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The flavors of the Mediterranean have captured the imagination of travelers for centuries. Precooked, packaged couscous takes only 5 minutes to make, so it's a great option for a quick dinner. Couscous is made from semolina flour and is, in fact, a form of pasta even though many people think it is a grain. You just boil water, remove it from the heat, add the couscous, cover, and let it stand. For this recipe, we've added fresh mint and chopped tomatoes to add a fresh flavor that goes well with the steak. Double Up: Cook some extra steak while you are making this recipe, and save the leftovers

Author Ronaldo Linares: "Sometimes we don’t have a lot of time to prepare a whole meal and need something quick. I always have high-quality deli meat on hand for times like these. But not all deli meat is created equal; look for healthy, low-sodium deli meats when shopping. There is no substitute for a true Cuban sandwich, but this recipe is a light, delicious take on the classic." This recipe from Sabores de Cuba , by Ronaldo Linares. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .

This mixed veggie dish is an example of how to increase your vegetable intake while managing your carbohydrate intake. Serve alongside a protein entree with additional vegetables like Braised Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms or Smoky Pork Chops with Tomatoes .

The taste of delicate sugar snap peas teamed with fresh lemon and mint is definitely a harbinger of spring. This quick and easy side dish goes great with a light fish dish, such as Baked Fish Fillets with Thyme-Dijon Topping or Salmon with Mango and Peach Salsa .

Freekeh (pronounced free-kah) is a grain food made from young green wheat that is roasted. Freekeh is prepared by harvesting wheat while the grains are green and the seeds are still soft. The wheat is sun-dried and roasted using a special technique. The wheat is then rubbed, and sometimes cracked. Hara Freekeh Tahiri is a fresh, healthy one-pot meal. Hara means green in Hindi. In this recipe, the green comes from the spinach, peas, and cilantro. This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook , by May Abraham Fridel.

Fruit is a great end to a meal. By experimenting with roasting and grilling fruit, you can bring out its maximum flavor. This recipe could easily be made with apples too.

No need to eat a whole turkey on Thanksgiving Day! Save some leftovers to use in other recipes like this one. Get some new meals while also watching your portions as part of your diabetes management!

The beans and veggies in this dish make it a great source of fiber with 10 grams per cup. The recipe makes 8 servings, so save leftovers for a delicious lunch the next day.

Quinoa is a great substitute for cous cous in most recipes. This ancient grain is hearty and delicious and an excellent source of fiber. Make mini versions of these Quinoa Cakes for a excellent party appetizer.

Eggs are naturally diabetes-friendly food that are packed with protein and low-carb. Plus, they make for great ingredients in a number of different recipes, including our Easy Egg Salad . It seems like there are hundreds of recipes for hard-boiled eggs online, but this one from Chef Jennifer Lamplough is our favorite because it's nearly full-proof and gives consisent results. Her secret? Buy and refrigerate the eggs you plan to hard boil 10 days to 2 weeks before you hard boil them. Older eggs hard boil and peel better than fresh eggs. Also, if you overcook them, the yolk will get a greenish