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You can prepare the lentils ahead of time for a quick weeknight meal that will be ready in minutes. Pair this with a Mixed Pepper Medley for a satisfying vegan dish, full of plant-based proteins and non-starchy vegetables. 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.

Artichokes and asparagus are a match made in culinary heaven and are often paired together in typical Italian dishes. Among their many similarities, both crops are native to the Mediterranean and grow best in a warm to slightly cool climate. In the kitchen, they can be incorporated into healthful soup, pasta, rice, omelet, and salad recipes. 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.

Mini pizzas are easy and fun to create using a sandwich thin and your favorite toppings Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner.

Risotto is traditionally made with starchy rice, but this version made with barley is higher fiber, and has a delightfully chewy texture. Adding the liquid to the grains 1/2 cup at a time gives them a rich, creamy texture by the time they are done cooking. Serve this as whole-grain side to a protein entree, like this Mediterranean Chicken and Artichokes, or add cooked chicken or shrimp and a handful of green to make this a complete meal.

Socca, also known as farinata, is a thin chickpea flour pancake commonly found in both Italian and French cuisines. In this recipe, Katie Cavuto tops wedges of the warm chickpea crepe with roasted tomatoes, poached eggs, and fresh basil. For an easy, make-ahead brunch or weekday breakfast, make the batter and poach the eggs the night before. To store the poached eggs overnight, plunge them into an airtight container filled with cold water and place them in the fridge.

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.

If you’ve got a chocolate craving, try these naturally sweetened dark chocolate zucchini bread snack squares! Moist and rich, these brownie-like treats are a great dessert for people with diabetes. Plus, you can easily customize this recipe to your favorite flavors! Want to add a little crunch? Stir in chopped pistachios, chopped walnuts, or cacao nibs along with the zucchini. Note: Optional ingredients are not included in the nutritional analysis.

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.

Curry powder, chickpeas, and squash are a classic combination in Indian cuisine. In this recipe, to liven up the curry flavor and add some welcome texture to the mix, I’ve also added fresh ginger, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cilantro, along with nutty quinoa and crunchy pumpkin seeds. This dish is best made in the fall when mounds of butternut squash are available at the farmers’ market but if you crave this spicy salad during the warmer months, feel free to use frozen (and thawed) squash instead.