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Five ingredients or less recipes

Do you want to make simple meals and snacks that are inexpensive and quick? Then you have come to the right place! These healthy, delicious recipes have just 5 ingredients or less and will save you money and time.  
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*Note: we don't count oils, optional ingredients, or some herbs and spices as primary ingredients.  
 
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5 Ingredients or Less Recipes

 

Breakfast

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Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal
Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal

Breakfast Burrito With Salsa
Breakfast Burrito With Salsa

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Banana Blueberry Breakfast Quinoa
Banana Blueberry Breakfast Quinoa

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Berry Oatmeal

Breakfast Quesadilla
Breakfast Quesadilla

Crockpot Oatmeal
Crock Pot Oatmeal

Green Eggs
Green Eggs


 

Meatless Meals

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Vegetarian Tacos
Vegetarian Tacos

Spaghetti Squash with Sauce
Spaghetti Squash with Sauce

Southwest Baked Potatoes
Southwest Baked Potatoes

Crock Pot Vegetable Brown Rice
Crock Pot Vegetable Brown Rice

Anytime Pizza
Anytime Pizza

One Bowl Mac and Cheese
One Pot Mac and Cheese

Peanut Butter Banana Pumpkin Sandwich
Peanut Butter Banana Pumpkin Sandwich

Meatless Dirty Rice
Meatless Dirty Rice

Peachy Peanut Butter Pocket
Peachy Peanut Butter Pita Pocket

Pasta Con Ceci
Pasta con Ceci

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Black Bean Burrito

Easy Vegetable Fried Rice
Easy Vegetable Fried Rice

Veggie Pizza Pita Pockets
Veggie Pizza Pita Pockets


 

Meals with Meat

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One Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies
One Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies
Fajita Chicken Bake
Fajita Chicken Bake
Tuna Fish Tacos
Tuna Fish Tacos
Roasted Chicken and Root Vegetables
Roasted Chicken and Root Vegetables
BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Salmon Patties
Salmon Patties
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Easy Grilled Tilapia
Citrus Chicken
Citrus Chicken
Salsa Chicken
Salsa Chicken
Mozzarella Chicken with Garlic Spinach
Mozzarella Chicken with Garlic Spinach
Smoky Mustard Salmon
Smoky Mustard Salmon

 

Drinks & Smoothies

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Banana Pineapple Strawberry Smoothie
Banana Pineapple Strawberry Smoothie
Mango Banana Smoothie
Mango Banana Smoothie
Fruit Juice Fizz
Fruit Juice Fizz
Papaya Banana Smoothie
Papaya Banana Smoothie
Mango Green Smoothie
Mango Green Smoothie
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​Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Red Monster Smoothie
Red Monster Smoothie
Cucumber Mint Water
Cucumber Mint Water

 

Snacks

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Ants on a Log
Ants on a Log
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Kettle Corn
Kale Chips
Kale Chips
Veggie Pinwheels
Veggie Pinwheels
Fruit Kabobs with Strawberry Dip
Fruit Kabobs with Strawberry Dip
Honey Milk Balls
No-Bake Energy Balls
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Stovetop Popcorn
Applesauce
Applesauce
Fruit Pizza
Fruit Pizza
Fruit Yogurt Parfait
Fruit Yogurt Parfait
Bell-Pepper-Pizzas-Picture
Bell Pepper Pizzas
Chili Popcorn
Chili Popcorn
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Roasted Chickpeas
Baked Apple Chips
Baked Apple Chips
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Baked Tortilla Chips

 

Soups & Stews

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Quick Chili
Quick Chili
Cantaloup Gazpacho
Cantaloupe Gazpacho
Beef and Vegetable Soup
Beef and Vegetable Soup

 

Side Dishes

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Roasted Broccoli
Green Beans with Tomato and Basil
Green Beans with Tomatoes and Basil
Maple Sweet Potatoes
Maple Sweet Potatoes
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​Baked Tortilla Chips
Zesty Brussels Sprouts
Zesty Brussels Sprouts
Simple Roasted Carrots
Simple Roasted Carrots
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts
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Lite Fried Okra
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Roasted Cabbage
Applesauce
Applesauce
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

 

Salads

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Cucumber Watermelon Salad
Cucumber Watermelon Salad
Cucumber Dill Salad
Cucumber Dill Salad
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Simple Green Salad
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Apple Cranberry Salad Toss
Apple Salad
Apple Salad

 

Desserts

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Frozen Yogurt Cups
Frozen Yogurt Cups
Fruit and Yogurt Parfait
Fruit Yogurt Parfait
Frozen Peach Pops
Frozen Peach Pops
S'mores Pudding Bars
S'mores Pudding Bars
Yogurt Banana Split
Yogurt Banana Split
Baked Apples with Cranberry and Cinnamon
Baked Apples with Cranberry and Cinnamon 
Pineapple Orange Popsicles
Pineapple Orange Popsicles
Fruit Kabobs with Strawberry Dip
Fruit Kabobs with Strawberry Dip
Strawberry S'mores
Strawberry S'mores
Spiced Pears
Spiced Pears
Apple Cinnamon Wraps
Apple Cinnamon Pockets
Chocolate Dipped Bananas
Chocolate Dipped Bananas

 

Breads & Muffins

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Dips & Salsas

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Veggie Top Pesto
Veggie Top Pesto
Chili Bean Dip
Layered Black Bean Dip
Mango Salsa
Mango Salsa
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Sweet Pumpkin Dip
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Greek Cucumber Yogurt Dip
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Baked Tortilla Chips


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  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Recipe Categories >
      • Kid Friendly Recipes
      • No Added Sugar
      • Vegetarian Recipes
      • Heart Healthy Recipes
      • Five Ingredients or Less
      • Quick and Easy Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Breads and Muffins
    • Desserts
    • Dips and Salsas
    • Drinks and Smoothies
    • Meatless Meals
    • Meals with Meat
    • Salads
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Soups and Stews
    • Sodium Free Spice Blends
    • Recetas
  • Farmers Markets
    • Find a Farmers Market
    • CT Crop Calendar
    • Using SNAP/EBT at Farmers Markets
  • Education
    • Healthy Eating >
      • MyPlate
      • Understanding The Nutrition Label
      • Added Sugar
      • Healthy Snacking Tips
      • Calories Needed Each Day
      • What is "enough" fruits and vegetables
      • Recipe Videos
    • Budget Shopping >
      • Healthy Shopping on a Budget
      • What Can $16 Buy?
      • Budget Pantry
    • Diabetes >
      • Healthy Eating with Diabetes
      • "Diabetes-Friendly" Recipe Guide
    • Heart Health
    • Exercise Tips
    • Physical Literacy
    • Water First for Your Thirst
  • SNAP4CT Blog
  • Resources
    • DSS Offices and SNAP Help
    • FAQ
    • Free Health Events in CT
    • Organizations
    • SNAP-Ed Events Calendar
    • Healthy Food Pantry Donations