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12 Budget Salads That Actually Fill You Up

12 cheap salad recipes that actually fill you up, with real costs per serving, tips for washing greens and ways to keep packed salads fresh.
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Classic Egg Salad

This classic egg salad is creamy, simple and made with pantry staples. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps and cheap packable lunches.
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Italian Pasta Salad

This easy Italian pasta salad has salami, mozzarella, tomatoes and olives in a homemade Italian dressing. Make it ahead for lunches, potlucks and parties.
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Greek Chickpea Salad

This Greek chickpea salad is packed with cucumber, tomatoes, feta and olives in a lemony oregano dressing. Ready in 15 minutes and great for meal prep.
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Easy Instant Ramen Upgrade

This instant ramen upgrade turns a cheap pack of noodles into a satisfying meal with a jammy egg, spinach, green onions and a garlic sesame broth.
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Rotisserie Chicken Rice Bowls

These rotisserie chicken rice bowls come together in 15 minutes with store-bought chicken, rice, beans, and a zesty lime crema.
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Black Bean Quesadillas

Crispy black bean quesadillas filled with spiced beans, corn, and melty cheese. A cheap, easy vegetarian dinner ready in 25 minutes.
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Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders

These baked ham and cheese sliders layer ham and Swiss on soft rolls with a buttery mustard glaze. A 30-minute way to use up leftover ham.
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Loaded Potato Skins

Loaded potato skins are crisp baked potato shells filled with melted cheddar and bacon and topped with green onions. A classic game day appetizer.
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Meatball Skewers

Meatball skewers are baked homemade meatballs threaded onto skewers and served with dipping sauces. An easy make-ahead party appetizer.
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