The American Diabetes Association Vegetarian Cookbook: Satisfying, Bold, and Flavorful Recipes from the Garden Paperback – October 29, 2013

It took me a while, but I finally realized the best way to beat diabetes at its own game was to eat more veggies. While I haven't fully embraced vegetarianism, I have taken to many of the recipes here because they are flavorful, adaptable and well-balanced. Variety is important to keep one's mouth happy, and many of these recipes fit that bill. What is so nice about these recipes is that 1) many require only 4 ingredients which makes them easy to do; 2) they taste good and are easy to prepare; 3) they try to balance out the carbs, proteins and fats we're all trying to balance to keep refueling the ol' engine to keep it running longer. I like the variety of dishes that use mushrooms and beans to provide the protein and these give me options to try when I get into a rut.I've lost weight, have energy and my blood glucose levels are right where they need to be. My blood pressure and cholesterol levels are better than ever. And I don't really think of this as a diet or a phase-- I really can eat these dishes and feel good. I've made a few for family events and they're hits and I have at least one dish I can dig into. While I'm not really a vegetarian since I do eat chicken and fish, I'm finding that I really enjoy eating these vegetarian dishes and trying out some meals I normally wouldn't have tried. With these, I'm healthier and more satisfied.

Every recipe is insanely delicious and reasonably easy to prepare. Best cookbook I’ve ever experienced.

I was hoping for more recipes!!! Not worth the money!!!

I haven’t tried them yet, but they look really good.Most certainly aren’t anywhere near carb free, but the exchanges are given. I’m looking forward to trying them and finding out my husband’s blood sugar reacts.

I found the recipes to be limited in scope

I absolutely love this cookbook for 2 reasons---the Chef is very talented with flavor profiles, cutting edge and also the author of the Whole Foods Cookbook. My second reason is my younger brother who's been diabetic since age 12 as a Valentine's Day gift to him. It's super creative, easy and not hard to find ingredients. Super recipes for friends---they will have no idea that it's vegetarian LOVE the book---great photos too!

What a great cookbook! I bought this recently because my husband was told that he is pre-diabetic. We have been vegetarians for about 20 years and we do eat a lot of carbs (unfortunately). This cookbook is wonderful. Every recipe that I have tried so far has been super flavorful and you don't even miss the reduced carbs. All of the ingredients are things you can find in your local supermarket- no specialty high end markets needed. I only wish there was a photo for every recipe! I am so pleased with this book. The recipes are truly yummy.

Recipes are very complete and easy to follow. The dishes I have tried have been very good, a hit with my family

Fantastic book !!!

Haven't had time yet to try the recipes but they look good!

I would have liked to see some classics in there - way too much cilantro and avocado for my taste but overall interesting.

On daughter's Xmas wish list

I was hoping for much more from this cookbook - there aren't that many recipes and nothing that made me go 'oh, yummy!'. I just bought a regular vegetarian cookbook - it has far more selection.