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Double-Duty Banana Pancakes are a delightful breakfast treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the hearty goodness of buckwheat pancake mix. This quick and easy recipe, perfect for busy mornings, yields fluffy pancakes with a hint of banana flavor in every bite. With just four simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time for a comforting and satisfying meal that's low in sodium and packed with potassium and fiber. Ideal for pancake lovers looking for a healthier option, these pancakes are sure to become a breakfast favorite!

This is simple, grilled chicken gets a tangy and slightly sweet flavor from a honey-lime marinade. Pair with a vegetable that you can throw on the grill with it, like this simple Grilled Sesame Asparagus. If you don't want to grill, you could cook the chicken on your stovetop or bake it in the oven. Make a double batch and save the leftovers to add to a wrap or salad for lunch the next day.

The Malabar coast in the southern state of Kerala served as a large trade post for the spice trade. The coast has its own cooking styles and flavors as well as an abundance of fresh seafood. A variety of spices are blended with coconut to form the base of traditional Malabar curries. This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook, by May Abraham Fridel. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

The natural sweetness of California Dates balances the smoky heat of harissa in this flavorful salmon dish while adding fiber, antioxidants, and essential nutrients. Harissa is a North African chili paste made with roasted red peppers and spices. If you can’t find it at your grocery store, you can substitute chipotles in adobo sauce for a similar smoky kick. Herbs and spices are an excellent way to enhance the flavor of your dishes without adding extra fat, sodium, or sugar. This very-low-carb and low-carb recipe is also heart healthy.

Try this super simple breakfast. Both kids and adults will love it and it can be ready to eat in a matter of minutes! If it works better with your budget, switch out the almond butter for peanut butter.

Blueberries, spinach, and almond milk make this a Superfood Smoothie and a great way to start your day! Superfoods provide key nutrients that are lacking in the typical western diet.

Author Jackie Newgent loves flexitarian recipes—dishes that can be made with meat or without. "This scrumptious whole-grain side is inspired by classic 'dirty' rice," she says. "Thank you, Louisiana! My version is made with a well-seasoned ground turkey mixture and beans. You can make a vegan version of this, too. Replace the ground turkey with 8 ounces finely chopped mushrooms of choice along with 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper—and use the vegetable broth, of course. If you wish, serve a larger portion as an entrée."

This might not look like much of a recipe, but fried sweet plantains are a staple side dish in most Latin countries. Typically lunch consists of rice, steak, and beans plus a side of maduros. Baking them is much easier than frying and it brings out all their natural sugars. The secret here is to use super-ripe plantains. Plantains are one of the better carbs you can consume, because they’re filled with potassium, they can help regulate digestion and boost the immune system, and much more. So go ahead and enjoy them in moderation.