Fajita-Style Quesadillas
It's fiesta time! Dive into our cheesy quesadillas for your next Mexican night. Not only are they filled with good-for-you veggies, but we've also added cilantro and lime to heighten the fresh Mexican flavor without adding excess calories.
Budget dinner price: 43 cents per serving
Free Week of Healthy MealsEasy Pasta Primavera
Lighten traditionally heavy pasta dishes while still enjoying a creamy sauce with loads of vegetables. Our five-ingredient pasta primavera is full of fiber and delicious fresh flavor.
Budget dinner price: $1.15 per serving
Chili-Pasta Skillet
Not only does our healthy pasta recipe ring in at under 300 calories per serving, but it also requires just 20 minutes of prep. Keep it family-friendly by adding more or less chili powder to suit your kids' tastes.
Budget dinner price: $1.61 per serving
Chicken with Parmesan Noodles
Just 20 minutes is all you'll need to pull off our all-in-one chicken and pasta dinner. The combination of veggies, angel hair pasta, and high-protein chicken covers all the bases at dinnertime.
Budget dinner price: $2.10 per serving
Fish Tostadas with Chili-Lime Cream
Not only is whitefish a lean source of protein, but it's also mild in flavor and easily complements stronger flavors like the chili powder, garlic, and lime in these tostadas. Even with our homemade chili-lime cream, this dinner recipe rings in at just 278 calories for two tostadas!
Budget dinner price: $2.82 per serving
Beef and Black Bean Chili
Start planning your next chili night! This slow cooker chili recipe can be prepped in just 25 minutes. Add everything to the slow cooker and come home to a healthy dinner loaded with veggies and 8 grams of fiber.
Budget dinner price: $1.36 per serving
Italian-Style French Dips
Give classic French dip sandwiches a healthy makeover with green pepper, onion, and lean meat. For a healthy boost, we recommend using reduced-sodium beef broth instead of the original.
Budget dinner price: $1.26 per serving
Crispy Fish and Peppers
This finger-licking good (and low-calorie) fried fish main dish can be yours in just 20 minutes. Spicy Cajun-style batter adds fantastic crunch to your favorite lean fish fillets, and mini sweet peppers provide a great dose of vitamins. Serve it with your favorite veggie side dish for a complete meal.
Budget dinner price: $2.18 per serving
Vegetarian Gumbo
A bounty of beautiful nutrient-rich veggies fills our protein-packed vegetarian soup recipe. A hint of Cajun seasoning gives the healthy dinner its bold flavor.
Budget dinner price: $1.50 per serving
Fall Vegetable Fajitas
Spiced and seasoned veggies -- grilled to bring out their natural sweetness -- star in our fajita dinner recipe. You can find the produce year-round, so enjoy the healthy recipe in any season.
Budget dinner price: $1.25 per serving
Mexican White Bean Soup
A high-fiber, high-flavor soup recipe is the perfect fuel on a chilly night. The addition of salsa verde and a good dose of cumin give this bean soup unique Mexican flavor.
Budget dinner price: 99 cents per serving
Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Shrimp
Whole wheat noodles, no-salt-added canned tomatoes, and shrimp make this delicious meal surprisingly low-cal. Use frozen shrimp instead of fresh to avoid the high cost of seafood.
Budget dinner price: $2.58 per serving
How to Cook Shrimp
Learning how to cook shrimp is surprisingly simple. We'll show you how to peel and devein shrimp so you can use it in delicious everyday recipes.
Five-Spice Beef Kabobs
Our simple Asian-inspired kabobs are delicious served with a homemade mint-yogurt dip. Reduced-sodium soy sauce and Greek yogurt lower the sodium in this recipe while adding an unexpected source of protein.
Budget dinner price: $2.43 per serving
Cornmeal-Crusted Pork
Our simple pork recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner, thanks to its low-carb, quick-fix status. The entire meal comes together in just 20 minutes and includes enough food for your whole meal.
Budget dinner price: $1.92 per serving
Chicken, Tomato, and Cucumber Dinner Salad
Whip up a delicious Mediterranean salad in 20 minutes with a few simple ingredients, including chicken, feta cheese, olives, and tomatoes.
Budget dinner price: $2.57 per serving
Lentil Soup with Beef and Red Pepper
Make expensive meats go further with some help from additional protein-rich ingredients, such as tender and inexpensive French lentils. Spice up this savory soup with a smoky blend of cumin and cayenne.
Budget dinner price: $1.90 per serving
Smoky Mushroom Stroganoff
Try our healthy vegetarian version of your favorite stroganoff for a new low-cal take on the classic. Our light cream sauce goes well with flat, long pastas, so try swapping fettuccine or tagliatelle for the pappardelle.
Budget dinner price: $1.90 per serving
White Bean Tuna Salad
Perfect to pack for lunch or as a light, summery dinner recipe, this main-dish salad is exploding with fresh flavor. Heart-healthy tuna and fiber-rich beans join with peppery greens, fresh herbs, and a citrusy dressing for a healthy salad recipe.
Budget dinner price: $1.36 per serving
Gnocchi, Sweet Corn, and Arugula in Cream Sauce
Gnocchi, a traditional Italian dumpling, joins sweet corn, arugula, and a plethora of savory seasonings to make one delicious dinner that you'd never guess is budget-friendly, too. The addition of veggies to the dish adds extra nutrients to your meal.
Budget dinner price: $2.24 per serving
Farfalle with Mushrooms and Spinach
Two pans, 20 minutes, and a serving of this tasty low-sodium dish later, and you'll fulfill 20 percent of your daily iron requirement. Bonus: You likely have most of the ingredients on hand, saving you gas money for a grocery trip.
Budget dinner price: $1.48 per serving
Tip: Grab prewashed packaged spinach to make meal prep even faster. Even though the package says it's washed, be sure to rinse the spinach in a colander before using.
DIY Dressing: Shaken, Not Stirred
Ditch the bottled stuff for a healthier -- and more delicious -- salad topper. Watch our secrets for homemade dressing.
Vegetable Lasagna
Just as rich -- and twice as nutritious -- as traditional lasagna, this veggie-packed version has only 322 calories per serving. We swapped veggies for red meat but kept all the cheeses you love.
Budget dinner price: $1.73 per serving
Healthy Dinner in a FlashFajita-Ranch Chicken Wraps
Enjoy a light supper with this simple meal that's loaded with protein and veggies -- you'll feel satisfied even with smaller portions. Plus, you'll definitely save money dining in rather than at a Mexican hot spot.
Budget dinner price: $2.05 per serving
Fast Shrimp Bisque
Preparing a delicious and healthy meal is a breeze with our quick shrimp bisque recipe. In just 25 minutes, you can create a savory seafood dinner full of warm, succulent shrimp.
Budget dinner price: $2.03 per serving
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Win over your dinner crowd with this scrumptious chicken noodle casserole. For a crispy topper, simply combine pieces of fresh bread, chopped onion, and celery instead of the usual high-cal fried onion mix.
Budget dinner price: 98 cents per serving
Lemon-Dill Shrimp and Pasta
Enjoy a dine-out experience at home with our favorite Italian pasta dish, complete with succulent shrimp and spinach tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. The easy-to-find ingredients help keep the price down.
Budget dinner price: $2.45 per serving
Potato Frittata
Thinly sliced potatoes form an impressive topper when you flip over this hearty frittata. Stocked with veggies and protein, this dish proves that eggs aren't just for breakfast.
Budget dinner price: 87 cents per serving
Grilled Pork and Pineapple
Turn a classic pork chop into a tangy, tropical meal. Orange marmalade creates a mouthwatering (and easy!) glaze and a refreshing topping when mixed with yogurt. Grilled pineapple slices on the side lend their bold sweetness to this new grill-season favorite.
Budget dinner price: $2.67 per serving
How to Pick a Pork Chop
If you've ever been intimidated at the meat counter, we understand. Knowing the good from the not-so-good takes practice. This video will show you how to find tender, flavorful pork chops like a pro.
Jamaican Pork Stir-Fry
The prechopped packaged frozen vegetables in this recipe save time in the kitchen and keep you on budget without losing any of the nutrition. Lighten the meal even more by opting for low-cal bottled plum sauce and low-sodium soy sauce.
Budget dinner price: $2 per serving
Sunday Dinner Stew
With just four ingredients and minimal prep, you'll be able to pull together a hearty, beefy Sunday stew. Bonus: It's low in fat and has only 300 calories per serving.
Budget dinner price: $2.14 per serving
Herbed Salmon
Sprinkled with zesty lemon juice and coated in fresh herbs and savory seasonings, our sophisticated salmon dinner is a real catch. Plus, salmon is low in fat, high in protein, and full of great flavor.
Budget dinner price: $2.49 per serving
Five-Spice Pork Kabobs
The surprise ingredient in this healthy recipe? Ketchup! Mix it with soy sauce and brown sugar for a hoisin-style sauce perfect for grilled kabobs.
Budget dinner price: $1.96 per serving
Turkey-Vegetable Casserole
You don't have to wait for Thanksgiving to get your fix of holiday turkey. The inviting aroma of this healthy casserole pulls you in, while the hint of sweet apple flavor keeps you coming back for more.
Budget dinner price: $2.89 per serving
Tuna and Fruit Salsa
Fruit salsa is a tasty and healthy way to dress up lean seared tuna steaks. We used warm apricot preserves and vinegar for the liquid and mixed in fresh raspberries and roasted peaches.
Budget dinner price: $2.23 per serving
Honey-Glazed Pork Roast
The goodness of this pork roast recipe starts with a paprika rub and ends with a honey-and-lime glaze. Roasted peppers are an inexpensive addition that offer a dose of nutrients and fresh flavor.
Budget dinner price: $2.64 per serving
Fast Chicken Fettuccine
Don't deny yourself a bowl of pasta once in a while -- just combine your noodles with other healthy ingredients. We love tangy sun-dried tomatoes and sauteed zucchini. Add protein with wallet-friendly chicken breast.
Budget dinner price: $2.02 per serving
Herb-Garlic Beef Roast
You won't want to miss our take on a classic beef roast. It's brimming with plump roasted vegetables and plenty of garlic. Punch up the flavor even more with lemon zest and fresh parsley.
Budget dinner price: $1.46 per serving
Pork Steaks with Plum Salsa
Soy-brushed pork steaks topped with sweet and spicy plum salsa make for an easy, low-cost dinner that's big on flavor. The delicious salsa is equally delicious and good for you.
Budget dinner price: $2.15 per serving
Greek Honey-Lemon Pork Chops
Our mouthwatering marinade will have you turning your back on sodium-packed store-bought rubs for good. This blend of mint, lemon, cayenne, and honey is a dream team of unexpected flavors, especially with some smoke from the grill.
Budget dinner price: $2.15 per serving
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