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With a little planning, these make-ahead dinner ideas go a long way. These dishes support healthy blood sugar levels by being mindful of calories, sodium and saturated fat to fit the criteria of a diabetes-friendly eating pattern. They're also high in fiber, with at least 6 grams per serving, which can help support healthy weight maintenance, promote healthy digestion and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease. Make-ahead options like Black Bean Enchilada Skillet and One-Pot White Bean, Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Orzo with Lemon and Feta allow you to have delicious, nutritious meals ready when it's dinnertime.
These Vodka Braised Chickpeas are the super easy, fiber-packed dinner you've been waiting for. Chickpeas are bathed in a creamy vodka sauce that's enhanced with sautéed garlic, onion, and bright green baby kale. Crispy toasted whole wheat bread is perfect for dipping. You can easily customize this dish by using chard or spinach in place of the kale.
This nutritious grain bowl comes together in 15 minutes with just a few convenient ingredients like pre-washed baby kale, microwaveable quinoa, and cooked beets. Pack it ahead of time and keep it on hand for an easy lunch or dinner on busy nights.
This one-pot pasta dish with white beans, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes is vibrant, bright, and easy to clean up.
These easy black bean enchiladas can be made in just one skillet and eliminate the hassle of stuffing and rolling corn tortillas. We use mild enchilada sauce to ensure there's a spiciness level to suit everyone, but if you like it spicier, you can use medium or hot enchilada sauce to add even more flavor to your meal.
Chili meets mac and cheese in this easy slow cooker dinner, with hot tomato sauce from Mexican canned tomato sauce, full of spices and chili peppers for extra flavor.
Top this rustic lentil bowl with some leftover roasted root veggies from a big batch for an easy weeknight dinner. Keep it vegan or add a dollop of plain yogurt for extra richness.
These hearty vegan tacos are quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights, and so delicious you won't be bothered by the lack of meat or dairy.
This cucumber, tomato, Swiss cheese and chickpea salad features a healthy Green Goddess dressing made with avocado, buttermilk and herbs – any leftover dressing is delicious served with grilled veggies.
This hearty bean chili is flavorful with cumin, chili, paprika, oregano and a variety of chili peppers, so feel free to use whatever beans you have in your pantry.
Who said a meatless meal can't be filling? Packed with fiber-rich veggies and chickpeas, this flavorful stew will leave you feeling satisfied.
Eggplant's meaty texture makes it a tasty vegetarian alternative to the lamb commonly used in gyro sandwiches, and this vegetable soaks up the spicy lemon-and-herb marinade like a sponge, so if you have the time, it's best to marinate it for a whole day.
This easy-to-make, meal-prep burrito bowl is even better than takeout. Substituting cauliflower rice for cilantro-lime rice, this is a super flavorful, protein-packed meal that won't leave you craving carbs. We love serving this with chicken, but it would be just as good with shrimp.
This healthy white turkey chili is a beautiful dish with flecks of zucchini, oregano, and green chiles, and it also contains whole wheat bulgur for extra volume and fiber.
Control your portions with individually rolled lasagna – leftovers are perfect for lunch the next day.
This veggie burger is one you'll want to make again and again. A flavorful chickpea and zucchini patty topped with creamy, herby tahini ranch sauce, juicy tomato slices and tangy arugula makes this a satisfying and healthy homemade veggie burger.
Make a healthy lunch of roasted veggies and brown rice and your coworkers will be the envy of you. Make four lunches when you have the time and you'll have several days' worth of portable lunches (or ready-to-eat dinners) – just grab a container when you head out in the morning.
The tangle of spaghetti squash will make you think you're about to eat a bowl of eggy noodles, but in reality, this healthy recipe will save you calories and carbs. Roasting the tomatoes in a hot oven makes them candy-sweet.
This layered casserole is inspired by the classic cheese enchilada, but without the hassle of rolling and stuffing tortillas. You'd never guess that this hearty casserole is hiding layers of thinly sliced eggplant, which softens and imparts subtle flavor when roasted.
Instead of opening a jar of sauce, try this easy weeknight spaghetti with meat sauce. Serve with steamed broccoli and garlic bread. This recipe serves 8. If you're only serving 4 for dinner, cook 8 ounces of spaghetti and freeze the leftover sauce.