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Avocados are filled with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and are a low-carb source of fiber. Here we top half an avocado with black beans and salsa for simple southwest snack or side dish. You can use your favorite jarred salsa, or try this recipe for homemade Almost Smooth Salsa.

These chicken tostadas are a delicious dish that won’t break the bank. Save time by buying a rotisserie chicken, which you can often find on sale at a warehouse club.

This recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also kidney-friendly. Try a variety of dipping sauces, such as barbecue sauce, curry sauce, fruit spreads, or low-sodium salad dressing.

You can play around with different types of lentils in this stew - try red, yellow, or brown lentils.

If you’d like, you can add a slice of reduced-fat Swiss cheese to these burgers. Cheese will add extra calories and fat, but not too many carbs. For a lower carb version, serve the burger in a lettuce wrap instead of a bun.

The Black Beans And Tomatoes With Lime recipe features a savory and tangy flavor profile. The black beans and tomatoes provide a hearty and slightly sweet base, while the cumin adds a warm, earthy spice. The lime juice contributes a fresh, zesty tang, and the onions and peppers offer a mild sweetness and a bit of crunch.

Caprese salad is a simple Mediterranean salad made with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Here we combine these flavors in a burger for a mouthwatering meal.

The peppery flavor of baby arugula pairs well with sweet, fresh citrus and crispy bacon in this side salad. Arugula is a nonstarchy vegetable that's packed with nutrients. Each cup has just 5 calories and 1 gram of carbohydrate along with 10% of a day's recommended vitamin A and 25% of a day's recommended vitamin K! Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook . To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .