We have pulled together some of our favorite budget-friendly, veg-focused recipes for those looking for cheap and healthy. Serve with a piece of crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Be sure to use heavy cream; a lower-fat option might curdle when mixed with acidic tomatoes. Jennifer Causey Crusty country-style bread helps soak up the flavors. The optional feta cheese adds a briny finishing note. 3-Ingredient Refried Bean & Pico de Gallo Tostadas Making your own tostadas is easy....

Want a cozy and delicious dinner to be on your table in 25 minutes or less? Just try one of these recipes! From quick soups to one-pot pastas, these meals are especially comforting for cold winter nights. Diana Chistruga Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang. Pair with a side of sauteed greens, such as kale, collards or spinach. The fast one-bowl meal makes a satisfying weeknight dinner or packable work lunch....

No Super Bowl party is complete without a delicious creamy dip. Serve with chips, vegetables or whole-grain pita for a delicious, healthy spin on these party favorites. A pinch of Aleppo pepper adds a touch of heat and mild fruitiness that enhances the dish. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Nicole Hopper, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong Its perfect for heaping onto celery and carrot sticks or any other crispy vegetable. We love pita bread for serving, but it also pairs well with fresh vegetables....

Sun-dried tomatoes bring a tangy sweetness that balances the richness. A little crushed red pepper adds heat, and wilted spinach provides earthy notes and nutrients. Cheesy One-Pot Chicken-Broccoli Orzo This dish brings crowd-pleasing flavors together in one pan for easy cleanup. Photo:Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell Its perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying, comforting and delicious. Sharp Cheddar cheese adds savory flavor, but another easy-melting cheese like Gruyere or Swiss would work well too....

Whether you use mushrooms, broccoli or cauliflower, vegetables are the star of these soups. Weve used full-fat coconut milk, which yields a decadent, silky soup. Creamy Garden Tomato & Quinoa Soup This hearty garden tomato soup is loaded with vegetables. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley To thicken the soup, we puree it before adding the quinoa. Serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese for dipping....

Add a nutritious leafy green to your dinner with these spinach recipes. This easy dinner recipe is sure to become a new weeknight favorite. But it’s the Parmesan crisps that make this salad holiday-worthy. Diana Chistruga Serve it for Thanksgiving or any other special meal. Serve these cheesy stuffed mushrooms with a big salad for a satisfying and healthy dinner. Wider fillets work best for this salmon recipe because they’re easier to stuff than the skinny ones....

Are you dreading a pile of dishes after enjoying a tasty dinner? No need to fret! Sheet-Pan Shrimp & Asparagus This sheet-pan shrimp and asparagus is a complete meal all on one pan! Photo: Jacob Fox The shrimp and asparagus cook perfectly together. Crushed red pepper adds a dash of heat, while lime juice brightens the dish. While your ovens on, roast some potatoes to serve alongside for a balanced, filling meal....

Serve it with a salad or piece of whole-wheat bread to make it a meal. Winter Chicken Parmesan Warm up to this chicken Parmesan with a winter twist featuring butternut squash! Each cutlet is slathered in butternut squash pasta sauce with the traditional ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese melted on top. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless If you cant find butternut squash pasta sauce, marinara is an easy swap....

But less salt doesn’t have to mean less flavor. Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothie Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, use an unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of dairy milk. Ali Redmond Avocado & Kale Omelet Make this kale and avocado omelet for a satiating, high-protein breakfast. Fiber-rich kale will keep hunger at bay for longer in this healthy omelet recipe....

Since theyrelower in sodium and saturated fat, these lunches can also help support cardiovascular health. Its packed with a variety of colorful vegetables. The base of the soup is prepped ahead of time and stored in separate containers. Photo:Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabe Greco Instead of corn, we flavor cucumber slices with cotija cheese, lime and cilantro for a tasty filling. If you dont have spinach on hand, try swapping in another dark leafy green like kale....

These easy sandwiches can be made in under 20 minutes. These 20-minute cheese melts are the ultimate comfort foodsatisfying and packed with that cheesy goodness everyone loves. Pulling out the insides of the bread makes a nice pocket for the filling. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Use those bread pieces to make breadcrumbs or croutons. The toasted bread adds a nice crispiness that complements the softness of the fillings....

These quick and healthy meals are delicious, packed with flavor and easy to make. They include ingredients that help promotegut-healthand healthy digestion, which can helpsupport weight loss, heart health and immunity. Flour tortillas are cooked right in the skillet with everything else. Photo: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. Add them gradually to prevent them from sticking together. For a slightly different flavor and firmer texture, swap out the flour tortillas for corn tortillas....

Produce is the star of these delicious gluten-free summer recipes. A medley of spices gives this healthy dish of chicken, sausage and veggies a rich, complex flavor. Bonus: This easy sheet-pan dinner requires just 20 minutes of active prep time. Photo: Brie Passano Be sure to check the label on the chicken sausage. While most are gluten-free, some do contain gluten-containing ingredients. If your peppers are mild and you like heat, opt for spicy pico de gallo....