Managing type 2 diabetes doesn't mean you have to give up delicious dinners. Portion control and carbohydrate counting are key strategies to manage weight and lower your A1C levels. Aim for a balanced plate with a quarter carbs, a quarter lean protein, and half nonstarchy veggies. Here are some tasty and balanced recipes: 1. **Veggie-Packed Salad**: Loaded with nonstarchy vegetables like broccoli and artichoke hearts, and healthy fats from olives and olive oil. 2. **Chicken Stir-Fry**: Features diabetes-friendly veggies and lean chicken, flavored with garlic, ginger, and reduced-sodium soy sauce. 3. **Meatless Tacos**: Made with lentils, which are rich in protein, fiber, and other nutrients. 4. **General Tso’s Chicken**: A healthier version without breading and deep frying, using lean chicken breasts. 5. **Banh Mi Burgers**: Uses lettuce wraps and lean proteins like ground chicken or turkey. 6. **Baked Salmon**: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, baked with lemons, garlic, and olive oil. 7. **Quinoa Pizza**: A crust made of quinoa and hummus, topped with nonstarchy veggies. 8. **Chopped Salad**: Includes a variety of nonstarchy vegetables and black beans for protein and fiber. 9. **Grilled Salmon Kabobs**: Marinated salmon and veggies, cooked on the grill. 10. **Zucchini Lasagna**: Uses zucchini instead of pasta, with extra-lean ground beef and a small amount of cheese. 11. **Quinoa Salad**: Fiber-rich quinoa mixed with nonstarchy vegetables and healthy fats from olive oil and avocado. 12. **Roasted Cauliflower Tacos**: Cauliflower roasted in taco seasoning, served with avocado lime sauce. 13. **Chicken Noodle Soup**: Uses zucchini noodles instead of pasta, with skinless chicken breasts and a variety of vegetables. 14. **Zoodles with Pesto**: Zucchini noodles mixed with homemade pesto, topped with tomatoes and Parmesan. These recipes are not only diabetes-friendly but also delicious for the whole family to enjoy.