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Smoked Paprika Beans with Rosemary & Olives is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the smokiness of paprika with the earthy notes of rosemary and the salty richness of olives. This diabetes-friendly side dish will take your beans to the next level and is easy enough to prepare for a weeknight meal.

This dish calls for fish and beans – both tasty, lean protein options! Serve it with a green salad or steamed green beans to round out your meal.

Pair these braised beans and fennel with a side of a chicken for a complete, comforting meal.

Here is a super simple weeknight dinner that's ready under 30 minutes and only requires one dish! This recipe makes 2 servings, but it could easily be doubled or tripled to serve a family. If fresh green beans aren't available, you could sub in frozen green beans, or another fresh seasonal vegetable.

Brighten up a side of green beans with tart cranberries, fresh lemon zest, and crunchy hazelnuts! This simple side dish feels gourmet but is super easy to prepare. It also makes a nice, light addition to your Thanksgiving table instead of the traditional, heavy green bean casserole.

This dish is a great example of the diabetes plate method at work - lean protein (pork tenderloin), starchy beans and low-carb zucchini. If you want to add some dairy, garnish the pork tenderloin with plain, nonfat Greek yogurt.

Beans and greens is a classic Italian meal or side dish. In this diabetes-friendly version, the cured ham is replaced with turkey bacon and chicken sausage. They are mixed with baby greens and cannellini beans and made into a salad. It’s a hearty, fresh twist on a mediterranean classic.

Brighten up a side of green beans with tart cranberries, fresh lemon zest, and crunchy hazelnuts! This simple side dish feels gourmet but is super easy to prepare. It also makes a nice, light addition to your Thanksgiving table instead of the traditional, heavy green bean casserole. If you can't find hazelnuts, sliced almonds, walnuts, or pecans work just as well. This recipe is part of our Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Meal Plan and has been modified to make 10 servings. The original recipe makes 16 servings and can be found here.

Spice up your next weekend breakfast or brunch with this Huevos Rancheros recipe. It’s a great way to use leftover rice and beans. See the directions for tips on bulk cooking rice and beans. For a lower-carb version, sub cauliflower rice for the brown rice.

The Black Beans And Tomatoes With Lime recipe features a savory and tangy flavor profile. The black beans and tomatoes provide a hearty and slightly sweet base, while the cumin adds a warm, earthy spice. The lime juice contributes a fresh, zesty tang, and the onions and peppers offer a mild sweetness and a bit of crunch.