We substitute spaghetti squash for noodles, they don't seem to mind it and easy to fix(microwave). It will never replace mac and cheese but still lets them have some of their favorites like spaghetti, parmesan chicken and chicken alfredo. We also grill year round and try to have a salad/vegetable at every meal.
I've gotten lucky that my boys don't turn down trying anything new. I'm even working on a new recipe that includes brussel sprouts
