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Healthy Recipes For Families On a Budget

At The Oregon Dietitian, we provide healthy and affordable recipes using natural, whole ingredients. These recipes are all toddler-approved and family-friendly!

> popular winter recipes

Here are our most popular recipes for cozy winter days! They’re yummy, easy, and totally budget-friendly!

  • Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew (Copycat)
  • London Broil In the Crock-Pot
  • Dutch Oven Potatoes
  • Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
  • Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
  • Instant Pot Beef Vegetable Soup | Use Any Veggies!
  • Protein Cookie Dough (3 Flavors!)
  • Tender Slow Cooker Rump Roast
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Drinks
  • Vegetarian
  • Freezer Meals
  • Snacks
  • Dessert
  • Homemade Ingredients

> smoothie recipes

These are the best and easiest protein smoothies. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, they’re all high in fiber and protein!

  • Creamy Mango Pineapple Smoothie
  • Healthy Eggnog Milkshake
  • Raspberry Smoothie (Without Banana)
  • The Best Low Carb Green Smoothie

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!

  • Pumpkin Pie Cookies
  • Chewy Molasses Spice Cookies
  • Homemade Coffee Ice Cream Recipe
  • Brown Sugar Boba Ice Cream Bars

See more budget-friendly recipes →

> Slow Cooker Recipes

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

  • Carne Asada Quesadillas w/Slow Cooker Steak
  • Slow Cooker Carne Asada Bowls w/Mango Sauce
  • Coconut Lime White Bean Chicken Chili
  • How To Make Homemade Vegetable Broth

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!

  • 40 Healthy Dutch Oven Recipes
  • Boursin Mashed Potatoes
  • Dutch Oven Chicken Breast and Vegetables
  • Pizza Marinara Sauce From Scratch

See more one pot recipes →

> 30 minutes or less

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

  • Spicy Southwest Salad
  • Turkey Pesto Sandwich
  • Coconut Crusted Chicken w/Bang Bang Sauce
  • Easy Mini Charcuterie Board

See more 30 minutes meals →

> The Newest Recipes

The newest recipes on The Oregon Dietitian!

  • Protein Cookie Dough (3 Flavors!)
  • Pumpkin Pie Cookies
  • Chewy Molasses Spice Cookies
  • London Broil In the Crock-Pot

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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Recently Updated

New photos, new content, all oldies but goodies!

  • Easy Protein Overnight Oats
  • Cranberry Custard Pie
  • Healthy Baked Ziti w/Kale & Mushrooms
  • Matcha Boba Tea

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