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    Healthy Recipes For Families On a Budget

    I’m The Oregon Dietitian, and I love fiber, protein, fruits and vegetables, and hate store-bought foods!

    > our best fall recipes

    The perfect fall recipes do exist, and here are some of our favorites here at The Oregon Dietitian!

    • Easy Protein Pumpkin Bread
    • Protein Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Better Than Starbucks)
    • Parmesan & Herb Roasted Honeynut Squash
    • Crispy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (8 Flavors!)
    • Healthier Homemade Pumpkin Spice Creamer
    • Creamy Cheeseburger Soup
    • Marry Me Chicken Soup
    • Herby Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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    > high-protein recipes

    These are the best and easiest high-protein snacks, breakfasts, and more!

    • Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbreads
    • Protein Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
    • Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
    • Lemon Protein Muffins (w/Lemon Drizzle)

    See more smoothie recipes →

    > less than $2/serving

    Budget-friendly recipes never looked so good! If you’re eating cheap ramen to save money, check out these budget-friendly, inexpensive and healthy recipes!

    • Homemade Cherry Berry Sorbet (No Ice Cream Maker Needed!)
    • Homemade BBQ Sauce
    • Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Chips
    • Fresh Peach Crisp (w/Cinnamon and Pecan Topping)

    See more budget-friendly recipes →

    > Slow Cooker Recipes

    Slow cooker and Crock Pot recipes are perfect for busy families!

    • Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili (Stovetop or Slow Cooker!)
    • action shot of pouring gravy over a portion of slow cooker London broil and creamy mashed potatoes.
      London Broil In the Crock-Pot
    • 45 degree angle shot of a bowl of white buffalo chicken chili on a table with a chili competition trophy and a bowl of sliced green onions.
      Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
    • closeup shot of the slow cooker chicken enchiladas in the base of a crockpot.
      Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

    See more slow cooker recipes →

    > One Pot Recipes

    Making dinner using one pot saves on dishes and time! Here are some popular one pot recipes!

    • Creamy Asparagus Soup
    • One Pot Lemon Orzo Pasta
    • Dutch Oven Corned Beef
    • Easy One Pot Potato Curry

    See more one pot recipes →

    > 30 minutes or less

    In a hurry? These healthy recipes can all be made under 30 minutes!

    • Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
    • Grilled Chicken Margherita (Easy 30-Minute Recipe)
    • Egg Roll In a Bowl (with Coleslaw Mix)
    • Easy Leftover Turkey Salad

    See more 30 minutes meals →

    > The Newest Recipes

    The newest recipes on The Oregon Dietitian!

    • Homemade Cherry Berry Sorbet (No Ice Cream Maker Needed!)
    • Easy Protein Pumpkin Bread
    • Protein Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins (Better Than Starbucks)
    • Healthier Homemade Pumpkin Spice Creamer

    Megan Byrd, RD

    Hi there! I’m Megan, the Oregon dietitian! I want to help you cook healthy meals for your family while keeping your budget under control.

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