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12 Budget Salads That Actually Fill You Up
Groceries are pricey, but salads are still a smart buy. These 12 cheap salad recipes are filling, easy to pack, and come with tips for washing greens.
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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
Turn a cheap pack of instant ramen into a satisfying meal with a jammy egg, spinach, green onions, and a savory 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.
