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This California Date, Pear, and Mozzarella Pizza is a unique and delicious entree with no added sugar. Using a cauliflower pizza crust, this recipe keeps things light while delivering indulgent flavors. Topped with mozzarella, caramelized California Dates, and sweet sliced pears, it’s a perfect blend of savory and sweet, making it ideal for entertaining or a quick weeknight meal. Plus, it’s a vegetarian-friendly entree too.

These egg white wraps are a fresh and filling alternative to traditional breakfast wraps, featuring a herby quinoa and spinach mixture with creamy hummus and juicy tomato. Using egg whites as the wrap keeps the meal low in carbs and saturated fat. It’s a balanced option that supports blood glucose (blood sugar) management while offering plenty of flavor and texture. This is a low-fat and Mediterranean recipe.

The Two-Bean Stew is a delightful blend of chickpeas and cannellini beans, enriched with a medley of vegetables such as onions, celery, carrots, and leeks. This stew is seasoned with garlic, white wine, and diced tomatoes, which infuse it with a rich, aromatic flavor, while fresh oregano adds a touch of herbal freshness. A hint of lemon juice and zest brings a refreshing citrus twist, perfectly balancing the savory notes. This stew is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a nutritious choice, packed with fiber and protein. It's a versatile dish that fits well within Mediterranean and

This low-fat Chicken Satay Salad is a lighter take on the classic Southeast Asian dish. It’s made diabetes-friendly with lean chicken breast and a creamy satay-style dressing using powdered peanut butter to cut down on the fat. Served over a fresh, crunchy salad of romaine, cucumber, and shallots, it's bold, satisfying, and balanced to help you manage blood glucose (blood sugar).

Spicy, zesty, and full of intense palate-pleasing taste and aroma, this tropical stew will please everyone. Make a double batch and enjoy it all week.

Smoked paprika and cumin give the chicken a delicious smoky flavor. This all-in-one meal is perfect for budget-friendly meal prepping: pack each serving in a tightly sealed container for a grab-and-go lunch throughout the week! Double Up: Double the chicken when making Smoky Pan-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Beans and use the leftovers in this recipe. Find this recipe and weekly meal plans in our book, The 12-Week Diabetes Cookbook by Linda Gassenheimer. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

Quinoa and garbanzo beans add a boost of fiber and protein to a traditional coleslaw, making it hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian entree. You can use any color quinoa for this salad, but red quinoa will give it a nice pop of color. Quinoa is not only a whole grain, but it also provides some protein.

This simple toast layers creamy cinnamon-spiced cottage cheese with sweet pear slices and crunchy walnuts for a satisfying vegetarian and low-fat breakfast or snack. Whole wheat bread and fresh fruit add fiber, while cottage cheese adds protein to help manage blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. It’s a quick diabetes-friendly option that balances flavor and nutrition in every bite.

This is a low-fat, very-low-fat, and vegetarian recipe that features blueberries. This Blueberry Smoothie Bowl blends creamy Greek yogurt with fruit and a touch of spice for a refreshing, nutrient-packed breakfast. With fiber from chia seeds, protein from yogurt, and natural sweetness from fruit, it’s a balanced way to start the day. It's a great choice for steady energy levels without added sugar.

Chickpeas, or chana, are an ancient variety of legume that have been eaten in India for centuries. There are different varieties of chickpeas available, but the variety most often used are the pale, mild legumes also known as garbanzo beans. In Indian markets you’ll also find black chickpeas (or kala chana), which are darker and smaller than regular chickpeas. Chana masala is an extremely popular dish in both India and the U.S. This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook, by May Abraham Fridel.