Spiced and crumbled tempeh makes a fast and easy alternative to beef in these ready Tempeh Burrito Bowls. Customize the toppings to be vegetarian or vegan! | Continue reading
Reducing waste is critical to keeping a food budget. Here are 10 foods I freeze on a regular basis to save money and reduce waste in my kitchen. | Continue reading
This Cinnamon Nut Swirl Mug Cake is the perfect way to get a single serving cinnamon roll fix without any kneading, rising, rolling, or baking! | Continue reading
Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken is a creamy and indulgent chicken dish that is fast and easy, but still impressive enough for date night. | Continue reading
Gochujang Mushroom Bowls feature sweet and spicy marinated mushrooms, quick pickled cucumbers, crunchy carrots, and fragrant jasmine rice. | Continue reading
Parsley Pesto Pasta with Peas has super bright and fresh flavors perfect for spring and summer. Serve as a main dish or a side with your grilled food. | Continue reading
Cajun Cabbage and Noodles is a fun spin on the classic comfort food with a handful of Cajun spices, some smoked sausage, and a splash of hot sauce. | Continue reading
These super fresh and Spicy Tuna Guacamole bowls are packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. The perfect no-reheat meal prep lunch for summer! | Continue reading
This super easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry is a delicious and versatile answer to busy weeknight dinners. Try the suggested variations to make it your own! | Continue reading
This "Quick Fix" Broccoli Pesto Pizza is the fastest and easiest route to getting your pizza fix, with an extra thing and crispy tortilla crust. | Continue reading
This Cheesy Cottage Pie is chock-full of vegetables and a rich beef gravy, then topped with a layer of super smooth and creamy cheddar mashed potatoes. | Continue reading
Light, bright, and full of spring flavors, this Scallion Herb Chickpea Salad will keep you full all afternoon. Serve as a sanwich, wrap, or salad! | Continue reading
This Easy Oven Baked Fish with Tomatoes is baked in a garlic and herb infused tomato sauce that helps keep it tender and moist as it bakes. | Continue reading
Hummus Breakfast Tacos are a quick and easy, protein and fiber packed breakfast that will keep you fueled all morning. Customize the toppings as desired! | Continue reading
These easy Salsa Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are easy to customize to fit your diet or macros, and are 1/3 the cost of a meal delivery service. | Continue reading
These hearty and satisfying Roasted Brussels Sprout Bowls hold up well to refrigeration, making them perfect for meal prep or taking leftovers for lunch. | Continue reading
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, these insanely delicious Creamy White Bean and Spinach Quesadillas make an awesomely fast weeknight dinner. | Continue reading
These Creamy Chicken and Spinach Quesadillas are seriously simple, but still deliciously dinner-worthy. Perfect for busy weeknights or picky eaters! | Continue reading
Shelf-stable canned salmon plus a few more pantry staples make an incredibly easy and flavorful Cajun Salmon Burgers, perfect for weeknight dinners. | Continue reading
13 Easy and delicious date night dinner ideas for Valentine's Day or any day that you want to have quality time with your loved one. | Continue reading
Warm, earthy, creamy and delicious! This Coconut Turmeric Chicken Soup is a fun twist on your comforting classic homemade chicken soup. | Continue reading
Mashed banana keeps these Banana Flax Muffins soft, sweet, and moist without using a ton of added sugar or oil. An easy, breakfast-worthy muffin! | Continue reading
These Sesame Tempeh Bowls are a great vegan alternative to sesame chicken and only take about 20 minutes to make. An easy fast vegan meal prep! | Continue reading
My final thoughts on completing the 31 Day Vegetarian Challenge. All the difficulties and benefits reaped from a month of meal planning. | Continue reading
Throw together meals like this "Sweep the Kitchen" Pasta Salad are my favorite way to use up leftovers in the kitchen. Easy, versatile, and never boring! | Continue reading
Week 4 recap of the vegetarian challenge. What I bought, cooked, and ate, plus how life infuenced my plan this week and how it made me feel. | Continue reading
Sriracha Nooch Popcorn is the perfect salty snack with tons of crunch, a spicy buttery coating, and a slightly cheesy flavor thanks too nutritional yeast. | Continue reading
This super easy, ultra creamy, and heavily spiced Cauliflower and Chickpea Masala will be your new favorite weeknight dinner! So much flavor, so little effort. | Continue reading
What I bought, cooked, ate, and how I felt throughout week 3 of the Vegetarian Challenge. Using up leftovers, battling stress cravings, and more! | Continue reading
These Balsamic Roasted Mushrooms with Herby Kale Mashed Potatoes are a vegetarian meal that will please any "meat and potatoes" style meal lover. | Continue reading
This quick Sun Dried Tomato, Kale, and White Bean Skillet is a fast, flavorful, and fiber-licious meal that is ready for perfect for weekly meal prepping. | Continue reading
The weekly recap and price breakdown of what I bought, cooked, and ate during week 2 of the Vegetarian Challenge, plus a personal reflection. Budgetbytes.com | Continue reading
Protein lurks in more foods than you'd expect! These 5 easy sources of plant-based protein in your diet will make getting your daily protein a breeze. | Continue reading
Loaded Sweet Potatoes are the perfect pre-portioned item for your weekly meal prep. They reheat well and can be customized to fit your needs. | Continue reading
This Roasted Cauliflower and Quinoa Salad holds up well in the refrigerator for days, making it perfect for meal prep or brown bagging your lunch. | Continue reading
Welcome to the first Vegetarian Challenge Weekly Recap! Buckle up because it’s going to be a looooong post! TL;DR: This week was full of the unexpected, but I rolled with the punches and made adjustments where necessary. I really enjoyed the benefits of planning ahead, like only … | Continue reading
These Vegetable Breakfast Scrambles are a savory breakfast lover's dream. Fast, flavorful, full of healthy vegetables, and fully customizable. | Continue reading
Creamy, spicy, and filling, these Sriracha Chickpea Salad Wraps are an easy option for your brown bag lunch. Customize to use whatever vegetables you have! | Continue reading
Sweet and Spicy Tempeh Bowls are the perfect make-ahead vegetarian meal prep, with a medley of colors, textures, and bold flavors. | Continue reading
This Almond Dutch Baby with Ricotta and Jam is an easy way to dress up a lazy weekend brunch at home. Customize the add-ins and toppings to fit your mood! | Continue reading
The 25 best of Budget Bytes recipes from 2018. Sheet pan recipes, one pot pastas, weeknight dinner recipes, slow cooker meals and more! | Continue reading
This Kale Swiss and Mushroom Strata is a filling and savory dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or brinner! Prep the night before and bake in the morning! | Continue reading
A preview of my January 2019 31 Day Vegetarian Challenge! What to expect, what not to expect, my goals, and thoughts about eating vegetarian on a budget. | Continue reading
This quick BBQ Beef and Cabbage comes together in one skillet and uses inexpensive cabbage to bulk out the meal instead of relying on pasta or rice. | Continue reading
These incredibly easy cranberry orange cream scones stir together in minutes and make the most delicious little companion for your morning coffee. | Continue reading
Just about any protein or vegetable can be added to these filling and tasty Mediterranean Hummus Bowls to make them your own and use up your leftovers! | Continue reading
24 Easy and delicious take out fake out recipes to make at home on busy weeknights. Don't wait for delivery, make it fast and just the way you like it! | Continue reading
This rich and spicy coconut vegetable stir fry is adaptable to whatever vegetables are lingering in your fridge, making it a great sweep the kitchen recipe! | Continue reading