Balanced is here to help you find recipes that are both tasty and dietitian-approved!
The nutrition experts at Balanced regularly review standardized recipes from kitchens around the world. We then hand select recipes that meet our rigorous nutrition standards so you can feel confident that you are serving health promoting meals!


Recipes that make the cut
We only include standardized recipes that are flavorful and nutrient dense! For a more in-depth look at our vision for a healthier school environment, check out our Food Service Guide.
Balanced menu components
Balanced recipes are selected to help you design delicious meal patterns that meet and exceed federal nutrition standards while also staying on top of the latest culinary trends.
These recipes have been chosen with the following nutrition standard recommendations in mind:
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Fiber
<7% of daily calories
<50 mg/day
<1500 mg/day
>30 g/day

Designed to meet your needs
Select your kitchen's cooking style and find recipes and resources to help you design health-promoting menus that work for you.
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