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13 Diabetes-Friendly Vegan Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less

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Danielle DeAngelis Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD August 11, 2022
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Tofu & Snow Pea Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce

These vegan-friendly recipes are quick and healthy options for dinner tonight. These plant-based mains are packed with complex carbs like whole grains, legumes and veggies and are low in saturated fats and sodium, so they're great choices for those following a diabetes-friendly eating pattern. Recipes like our Chhole (Chickpea Curry) and Cabbage, Tofu & Edamame Salad only take 30 minutes or less to prepare, so you'll be feeling nourished in no time.

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Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed Greens

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Protein-rich quinoa and chickpeas add staying power to this zesty and healthy salad recipe.

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Chhole (Chickpea Curry)

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Made with convenient canned beans, this quick and healthy Indian recipe is an authentic chickpea curry that you can make in minutes. If you want an additional vegetable, stir in some roasted cauliflower florets. Serve with brown basmati rice or warm naan.

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Cabbage, Tofu & Edamame Salad

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Craving crunch? Bite into this salad loaded with crisp red cabbage, edamame, bamboo shoots, and chow mein noodles. This salad is slightly sweetened with baked tofu, mandarin oranges and sesame vinaigrette.

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No-Cook Black Bean Salad

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A classic black bean salad is a must for picnics and potlucks. This vegan version gets its creaminess from blended avocado. Any mix of salad greens will work well, but try arugula if you want to give this hearty salad a peppery kick.

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Tofu & Snow Pea Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce

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A fast dinner recipe perfect for busy weeknights, this easy stir-fry recipe will quickly become a favorite. To save time, use precooked rice or cook rice a day ahead.

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Rainbow Grain Bowl with Cashew Tahini Sauce

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This vibrant bowl is packed with nutrients to keep you full for hours. Look for precooked lentils in the refrigerated section of the produce department.

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Chopped Salad with Sriracha Tofu & Peanut Dressing

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Prep four days' worth of high-protein vegan lunches using just four easy ingredients from your local specialty grocery store, including a veggie-heavy salad mix as a base. Because this salad mix is hearty, you can dress these bowls up to 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors in this healthy chopped salad to marry. If you can't find a hearty mix, go with broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts.

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Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa & Beans

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Taco night meets baked potato night with this simple recipe for loaded baked potatoes with salsa, beans and avocado. This easy, healthy family dinner comes together with just 10 minutes of active time, so you can make it on even the busiest of weeknights. This recipe is just as delicious with sweet potatoes in place of russets.

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Vegan Superfood Grain Bowls

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This nutrient-packed grain bowl recipe comes together in 15 minutes with the help of a few convenience-food shortcuts like prewashed baby kale, microwavable quinoa and precooked beets. Pack these ahead to keep on hand for easy meal-prep lunches or dinners on busy nights.

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Veggie & Hummus Sandwich

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This mile-high vegetable and hummus sandwich makes the perfect heart-healthy vegetarian lunch to go. Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables depending on your mood.

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Chipotle-Orange Broccoli & Tofu

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Chipotle peppers add kick to this tofu and broccoli stir-fry recipe. If you're shy about spice, cut back on the amount or leave them out completely. Serve over brown basmati rice.

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Vegan Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl with Creamy Green Sauce

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In a vegan riff on green goddess dressing, cashews provide a creamy base with tons of flavor from herbs and apple-cider vinegar. Drizzle it all over this bowl of quinoa and roasted vegetables to make a satisfying vegan dinner or easy packable lunch that is ready in just 30 minutes.

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Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

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The rich mushroom sauce in this vegan version of classic beef stroganoff gets thick and creamy thanks to vegan sour cream.

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    1 of 13 Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed Greens
    2 of 13 Chhole (Chickpea Curry)
    3 of 13 Cabbage, Tofu & Edamame Salad
    4 of 13 No-Cook Black Bean Salad
    5 of 13 Tofu & Snow Pea Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce
    6 of 13 Rainbow Grain Bowl with Cashew Tahini Sauce
    7 of 13 Chopped Salad with Sriracha Tofu & Peanut Dressing
    8 of 13 Stuffed Potatoes with Salsa & Beans
    9 of 13 Vegan Superfood Grain Bowls
    10 of 13 Veggie & Hummus Sandwich
    11 of 13 Chipotle-Orange Broccoli & Tofu
    12 of 13 Vegan Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl with Creamy Green Sauce
    13 of 13 Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

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