Budget-Friendly Recipes

Beet Salad – Budget Bytes

Beets are in my top 5 favorite vegetables, for SURE. They’re sweet yet earthy and visually stunning. They can be enjoyed 100 different ways, but my favorite way is simple: as the star ingredient in a salad! This Beet Salad is made extra simple by skipping the step of cooking beets and opening up a

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Air Fryer Zucchini – Budget Bytes

In my opinion, there’s truly no comparison when it comes to aromatic in-season zucchini and wrapped-in-plastic off-season zucchini. The earthy aroma is one of my favorite characteristics of fresh zucchini… the next time you pick one up that’s super fresh, give it a sniff! They smell like summer, and I can’t get enough of it.

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Stovetop Lasagna – Budget Bytes

Lasagna has always held a special place in my heart. But as much as I love a slow-cooked, oven-baked version, sometimes I just need a dinner on the table that’s fast and affordable. And this mushroom alla vodka Stovetop Lasagna is one of my favorites. At just $2.50 a serving, it’s my shortcut to all

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Red, White and Blue Trifle

There are two things I know for sure. You can’t come to a BBQ empty-handed, and everyone loves dessert. This Red, White, and Blue Trifle recipe is just the thing you need for your next summer gathering! It’s budget-friendly, beautiful, fun to make, and a serious crowd-pleaser (trust me). I layer spongy cake, blueberry sauce,

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Bloody Mary Mix – Budget Bytes

It doesn’t matter if you enjoy a good old Bloody Mary with or without some alcohol; this homemade Bloody Mary Mix recipe is for you. It’s super budget-friendly, uses a bunch of kitchen staples, and there’s enough for everybody to share! I like to utilize the whole can of tomato juice to enjoy this spicy

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Onion Chutney – Budget Bytes

If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I LOVE condiments—I always ask for extra on the side, and when it comes to this Onion Chutney, I ask for triple! Chutney comes in all kinds of forms and is often a flavorful blend of fruits or vegetables, spices, and something tangy or

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German Potato Salad Recipe – Budget Bytes

Okay, okay, okay, while I love a good rich and creamy southern-style potato salad, sometimes I want something different. I really like German potato salad because it’s a little bit lighter on the palate with its tangy mayo-free vinaigrette dressing, but it still has plenty of body and flavor, thanks to BACON. It makes a

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Grilled Shrimp – Budget Bytes

One of the most surprising discoveries I’ve had as a mom was how much my daughter loved shrimp the first time she tried it. I’m not sure why I expected her to dislike it, but I was pleasantly surprised when she gobbled it all up! And I think this Grilled Shrimp recipe had a lot

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Breakfast

Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe – Love and Lemons

This classic strawberry banana smoothie recipe is a delicious healthy breakfast or snack! It’s sweet, creamy, and super refreshing. In the last few weeks, I’ve made this strawberry banana smoothie recipe more times than I can count. Now that it’s summer, my whole family has been having it for breakfast almost every morning. Thick, creamy,

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Easy Puff Pastry Samosas – Budget Bytes

Not everyone is familiar with samosas, but after trying this easy, budget-friendly version, I’m pretty sure you’ll be hooked! Samosas are a beloved Indian snack with historical roots that trace back to Central Asia and the Middle East. They’re filled with spiced vegetables (or meat, but there are sweet versions, too!) and are either baked

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