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Bay scallops are smaller and sweeter than their sea scallop cousins. Paired with whole-grain pasta, they make for a simple yet elegant dish that’s heart-healthy as well. For a lower carb dish, replace some or all of the pasta with zucchini or carrot "noodles"

Meat is typically the first thing that comes to mind when we think about grilling, but grilled vegetables can taste just as good! When we asked football players Blake and Reid Fergeuson for a recipe that reminded them of mom, they sent us this perfect summer dish. ADA dietitian Shamera Robinson was impressed. "Reid and Blake Ferguson’s kabob recipe already had a great mix of protein and veggies, so we didn't have to make many tweaks. We simply added more of the colorful veggies to each kabob to give a wide variety of nutrients." “I love to grill! I like making chicken, steak, brisket—you name

This balanced grain bowl features high-fiber quinoa, roasted vegetables, and heart-healthy tilapia for a satisfying, diabetes-friendly meal. A simple herbed yogurt sauce adds flavor without excess fat or sodium, making it a smart choice for lunch or dinner. This is a DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), low-fat, and Mediterranean recipe.

This Mediterranean recipe goes great with a side of quinoa and a green salad with fat-free balsamic vinaigrette.

Enjoy the hearty and comforting flavors of this Vegan Meal Pattern White Bean Veggie Chili, a delicious blend of white beans, bell peppers, zucchini, and a mix of warming spices. This vegetarian chili is both satisfying and healthy, perfect for a cozy dinner.

With this hearty dish, the pasta cooks right in the sauce for a quick and easy one-pot meal. Turkey, mushrooms, and spinach give it a light touch. Instead of fresh turkey, you could use leftover turkey from a Thanksgiving feast! For a lower-carb version, use zucchini noodles instead of linguini.

These make-ahead, low carb breakfast jars are perfect for a quick, on-the-go breakfast. Store in the fridge or the freezer, and just add two eggs to the jar before microwaving. You could use any combination of vegetables—try others like asparagus, green onion, kale, zucchini. You could even use frozen or canned vegetables (look for low sodium).

Who doesn’t love a great guac? While avocados are so good for us and we can enjoy them on a daily basis, minding the serving size is key. Whenever I make guacamole, I try to complement the avocado with a vegetable to bulk it up and reduce the amount of avocado in the recipe. Cucumber is great because it is refreshing and does not alter the flavor. Zucchini would be great too. Serve with sliced radishes or jicama instead of tortilla chips for a low carb snack or appetizer.

There's nothing more satisfying than whipping up a healthy, tasty dinner in less than 30 minutes! This recipe calls for broccoli florets, but you can use 3 cups of any nonstartchy vegetables you have on hand (like cauliflower, zucchini, snow peans, or cabbage). Serve over brown rice or another whole grain for a complete plate.