Fajita-Style Quesadillas
These cheesy quesadillas are packed with crunchy red and green peppers. Plus, we've added a touch of cilantro and lime to heighten the fresh Mexican flavor without adding excess calories.
Budget dinner price: $0.43 per serving
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 8 mins to 10 mins
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
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Crispy Fish and Peppers Finger-licking good (and low-calorie) fried fish can be yours in just 20 minutes. Spicy Cajun-style batter adds fantastic crunch to your favorite fish fillets, and mini sweet peppers provide a great dose of vitamins.
Budget dinner price: $2.18 per serving
Budget dinner price: $2.18 per serving
Grilled Steak Fajitas
With a few simple ingredients, you can have a mighty Mexican meal. Tender peppers and onions star with grilled sirloin in this fajita recipe. Fajita seasoning and your favorite Tex-Mex toppings finish off the flavor.
Budget dinner price: $2.11 per serving
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Grill: 20 mins
Potato Frittata
Thinly sliced potatoes form an impressive topper when this hearty frittata is flipped. Stocked with veggies and protein, this dish proves that eggs aren't just for breakfast.
Budget dinner price: $0.87 per serving
Vegetable Lasagna
Maple-Bourbon Glazed SalmonBudget dinner price: $0.87 per serving
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Bake: 18 mins 375°F
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
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Bake: 35 mins 350°F
Stand: 10 mins
An easy glaze of orange juice, pure maple syrup, and bourbon turns a basic salmon fillet into a sweet, tangy, and totally irresistible entree. Top it off with glazed pecans for a satisfying crunch.
Budget dinner price: $1.74 per serving
Makes: 4 servings
Stand: 30 mins
Lentil Soup with Beef and Red Pepper
Make expensive meats go farther with some help from additional protein-rich ingredients. Tender French lentils are inexpensive and filled with protein. Spice up this savory soup with a smoky blend of cumin and cayenne.
Budget dinner price: $1.90 per serving
Tuna and Fruit Salsa Fruit salsa is a tasty 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
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Budget dinner price: $1.90 per serving
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Slow Cook: 7 hrs to 8 hrs (low) or 3 1/2 to 4 hours (high)
Budget dinner price: $2.23 per serving
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akes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
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
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 19 mins
