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Take advantage of seasonal fresh berries in the spring and summer! You could make this parfait with a variety of berries like raspberries, blackberries and strawberries as well. You could also use frozen berries or other fruit.

These artichoke cakes are a unique and tasty appetizer or snack. Best of all – you build in the portion size by making them in muffin tins.

Need a healthy snack for your summer road trip? This simple treat is much better for you than any processed snack that you get at a gas station.

Healthy eating can taste delicious and doesn’t have to be boring! Try these burgers at your next tailgate or BBQ and your guests will have no idea they are eating a healthy burger.

This avocado toast gets a boost of protein by adding a poached egg and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Serve these low-cost egg toasts with a green salad tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette for a balanced breakfast or lunch filled with protein, veggies, and healthy fats.

This mixture is know as peperonata in Italy and is a typical garnish for roasted and grilled meats, but you could also pair it with a plant-based protein such as Moroccan Lentils with Stewed Tomatoes for a satisfying vegan meal. Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

Flavored yogurts from the store are usually full of added sugars. You can easily make your own at home, starting with plain yogurt and adding fresh or frozen fruit, fruit preserves, and granola. Try this combo made with peaches! Top with store-bought granola (look for a brand with low added sugar) or make this quick and easy Fruit-Sweetened Granola. You can make several jars ahead of time for a quick grab-and-go breakfast. Add the granola just before eating to keep it crunchy. This recipes comes from The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN.

Try this savory twist on a breakfast yogurt parfait! Tzatziki is a traditional Greek sauce made with yogurt and cucumbers. This "deconstructed" tzatziki yogurt takes the traditional Mediterranean flavors and turns them into an elegant, savory breakfast packed with protein and light on carbs. Eat it with a spoon, or scoop it up with whole-grain pita wedges. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN

Make this your new weeknight, go-to side dish. It's super fast, super cheap, and can turn any meal into an extra-special one. You spoon them over some brown rice, make them the crowning touch over grilled chicken, or serve them alongside a fresh green salad. What an easy way to go from basic to restaurant-fancy!

Mascarpone is a soft Italian cream cheese. It is so creamy and smooth that only a small bit of it is needed to add depth and character to an otherwise ordinary recipe. These parfaits are healthy enough to be served with breakfast, or decadent enough for dessert, and they can be made in only a few minutes. Save this recipe for spring and summer, when strawberries are at their peak.