Dietitians Shares Healthy Walmart Finds That Are Under $15

If you think healthy eating means spending more, think again. Walmart has a slew of nutritious options that even dietitians love, all for under $15. To help you shop smarter, we've consulted with two registered dietitians: Rachel Raymond, owner of Balance Your Bites Nutrition, and Helen Tieu, founder of Diet Redefined.

Their favorite picks make it easy to fill your cart with nutritious foods that are easy on the wallet and good for your health while you save money at Walmart.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $3.36

Tieu loves this yogurt, which is tasty, versatile, and affordable. "Plain Greek yogurt is a staple in my kitchen. It's a great source of protein, providing about 23 grams of protein per cup. Mix with frozen berries or fresh fruit, with a dollop of honey for a healthy, high-protein treat," she says.

Price: $7.86

These gluten-free, no-added-hormone chicken strips are less than $10, an excellent source of protein, and perfect for a quick lunch.

Raymond loves their versatility and how "there are a million ways to enjoy these." She likes to pair them with sliced apples, vegetables, and hummus.

Price: $2.87

Cottage cheese is a fabulous product that you can add to salads, eat on its own, or even use in elaborate meals like lasagna.

According to Tieu, "It's an excellent source of lean protein, providing about 28 grams of protein per cup." She also suggests serving it "with fresh or frozen fruit, or on top of whole grain toast for a high protein snack."

Price: $2.98

If you want a healthy snack, look no further than this Mexican tuna salad bowl. It combines tuna with corn, red beans, jalapeño peppers, and just enough cumin to make it flavorful.

Raymond loves how easy it is to make into a complete course and suggests pairing it with apples and peanut butter to turn it into a complete meal.

Price: $0.83

Tieu only has good things to say about canned goods like chickpeas: "Canned legumes are a must, being a very convenient source of plant-based protein, fiber, and micronutrients. An underrated superfood, in my opinion."

She suggests adding them to "salads, stir fries, soups, or chilis."

Price: $5.54

Raymond loves these chicken sausages for both the nutrition they offer and their great taste. Her favorite recipe involves baking them in the oven with "cubed sweet potatoes, halved brussels sprouts, and wedges of red onion. Toss in olive oil, garlic powder, or other seasonings. Once done, drizzle with a sauce made out of equal parts honey and Dijon mustard."

Price: $3.52

Frozen berries are a good source of vitamin C and fiber. They're also more affordable and convenient than fresh berries, especially during the off-season.

There are tons of ways to enjoy whole berries, but Raymond likes to boost their healthy attributes in a smoothie: "I'd make a protein smoothie with these, including protein powder, milk of choice, hemp hearts or walnuts, chia seeds, banana, and berries," she shares.

Price: $9.42

Turkey offers a healthier alternative to beef burgers and works for a variety of meals, from classic barbecue dinners to quick stovetop lunch options.

To keep them healthy, Raymond likes to "slap them on the grill or air-fry frozen and pair them with a spring mix side salad." That way, you're also avoiding extra carbs and fat.

Price: $0.97

Another healthy, easy-to-meal-prep option that Tieu loves is frozen vegetables. She appreciates the super affordable price and how easy they are to include in meals.

"Frozen vegetables are non-perishable, just as nutritious as fresh vegetables. I always keep a batch of fresh vegetables in the fridge, along with a stash of frozen vegetables in the freezer for times when I run out of the fresh ones."

Price: $8.32

Protein bars are an affordable option if you're avoiding sugar and salt bombs in your snacks. Besides being convenient, our experts say they are a "high-protein snack option when you're on the go."

Tieu suggests always packing one bar in your bag or bringing the whole package on trips.

Price: $2.60

If you've been hearing bad things about cereal and have been avoiding it, you'll be happy with Tieu's next pick.

She explains, "Bran flakes — without the raisins — are a healthier cereal option that's high in fiber, whole grain, lower in sugar, and provides micronutrients."

Price: $3.84

Canned tuna is convenient, a great source of Omega-3 fats and protein, and easy to add to a meal, regardless of your cooking abilities.

The only concern is the mercury content, but Tieu is quick to offer a solution: "Aim for canned light tuna over canned albacore tuna, as it's much lower in mercury. Ideally, aim to consume a limit of two cans per week."

Eating healthy on a budget is possible if you know where to look. With dietitian-approved Walmart staples priced under $15, you can enjoy nutritious food and save money shopping.

To stretch your budget even more, always shop Walmart's Great Value and Marketside brands for fresh produce. You'll get the same nutrition as from national brands, but for far less.