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Balsamic vinegar and black pepper may seem like odd additions to strawberries, but your taste buds will be delighted! The acidity of balsamic glaze, which is just concentrated balsamic vinegar, brings out the sweetness of the strawberries, while the black pepper adds a touch of heat. These strawberries are great on their own, or use them to top vanilla yogurt. Or, serve on top of a bed of spinach as a side dish with dinner.

This Gluten-Free Banana Bread can make a nice Valentine treat and it’s gluten-free! Instead of one large loaf, you could make this in four mini loaf pans for smaller breads that could be wrapped up and given as Valentine gifts.

These beautiful yet simple tarts can be served as an appetizer, snack, or light dessert. If you can't find figs, other fruit like apple, pear, or berries would also work. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner . To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

Bruschetta is a colorful and delicious appetizer for any gathering. For a lower carb option, try this simple bruschetta stuffed in mushrooms instead of serving it on the traditional baguette. This recipe can be found in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner .

Who says you can only use white potatoes for a potato salad? This dish will be a welcomed surprise at your next summer picnic.

This sweet and savory diabetes-friendly dish will pair well with just about any nonstarchy vegetable. Try it out with our roasted green beans recipe.

Stuffed mushrooms are always a hit at cocktail parties. Try this recipe out for your next get together!

This salad is a nutrition power-house. Quinoa is a gluten-free grain that provides carbohydrates and protein and the low-carb veggies add fiber and potassium.

This parsley-dill ricotta dip is perfect in the spring and summer. Fresh herbs flavor creamy and mild ricotta cheese. Cut up some fresh veggies like carrots, celery, or cucumbers to serve with the dip for a refreshing, healthy snack. If you have extra time, bake up some low-carb rosemary flax crackers to serve with it!

This super simple dip can be stirred together to maintain the cottage cheese texture, or blended for a smooth and creamy dip. It's perfect for making ahead of time—the flavors meld and get stronger during storage, so you can prepare it ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Serve with fresh raw veggies or whole wheat crackers as an appetizer or snack.