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The “steak” here is beef-free thanks to meaty portobello mushroom caps. That makes it an ideal pick for a Meatless Monday fix—or any other day that you’d like to go meatless. Best of all, these fajitas are made with only seven ingredients, and can be on the table in less than 20 minutes—perfect for a busy weeknight! This recipe serves two, but could easily be doubled to serve a family of four.

This creative waffle omelette combines egg whites, colorful veggies, and lean turkey sausage into a fun, protein-rich breakfast that skips the carbs. Cooking it in a waffle iron adds crisp edges without needing extra oil or flour. With its low saturated fat and high protein content, it’s a great option for people with diabetes looking for a satisfying start to their day. This is a low carb, very low carb, and low-fat recipe.

OK, so time for a confession. While we always had home-cooked meals, we also always had a can of Sloppy Joe mix tucked into the corner of the pantry for when we got lazy. Knowing now that processed foods are not healthy, I developed these Chicken Joes that are much more diabetes-friendly with all the same taste of the sloppy Joes of childhood. With extra vegetables, this version makes the grade.

This light, delicious seafood dish may look fancy, but it's an easy and budget-friendly option for a lower carb main dish that's designed specifically for those with diabetes. Pair with a side salad and you have a restaurant quality weeknight dinner at a fraction of the cost. This recipe is from the Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook, by Charles Mattocks. To order this title and other great ADA cookbooks, please click here.

Before roasting rich pork, we’re coating it with an aromatic oil made with fresh rosemary, then serving it topped with cooling tzatziki (or cucumber yogurt).

These savory vegetable egg muffins are a grab-and-go breakfast packed with fiber, protein, and colorful veggies. With a base of whole wheat flour, shredded vegetables, and just a touch of reduced-fat cheese, they’re satisfying without being heavy. Their balanced blend of nutrients makes them an excellent choice for those managing diabetes. This is a DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension), vegetarian and low fat recipe.

Author Robyn Webb:"Ask anyone about childhood food memories and meatloaf is usually mentioned. We owned a collection of loaf pans when I was growing up, but my mom used them more for baking bread than forming meatloaves. She was the one who taught me to form a meatloaf into an oblong shape on a baking sheet, which let the air circulate all the way around the loaf to produce those crusty edges." This recipe from The Perfect Diabetes Comfort Food Collection, by Robyn S. Webb. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

This is a great savory dish that will go well with some other grilled vegetables like eggplant or bell peppers. Try this simple recipe for grilled zucchini with feta cheese to complete your plate

Togarashi (a favorite Japanese seasoning that highlights poppy seeds, dried orange peel, and more) makes for a zesty coating on flaky tilapia—perfectly matched by a bed of vegetables cooked with a savory-sweet sauce of miso paste, honey, and sesame oil.

These savory wraps are a good way to use leftover baked chicken and get some fresh veggies in too. It’s easy to make in five minutes or less!