#Healthy budget meals

[indischwindisch]

Chicken Noodle Soup (with Chili-Garlic Oil)

A delicious broth based soup, served with chili oil. A budget friendly meal, perfect for weeknight dinner.

This bowl of noodle soup screams warmth and flavor, all while keeping it budget friendly. Eating Healthy On a Budget My current series “Eating Healthy On a Budget” is about sharing meals that you can make with ingredients costing under 2€. This series is especially designed for students and busy people who do not want to spend too much money or time to make meals, but still want to eat healthy.…

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[tiktok-singularity]

Preserving limes.

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[klapollo]

started using my calorie tracker app again to make sure i don't eat too much OR too little, lose some of the excess weight i put on SLOWLY and make sure i'm getting enough fat/protein/carbs.....................pray i dont relapse

#ed tw #weight loss tw #basically im trying to find a healthy eating pattern to get into lol it helps me plan my meals out #it's got me eating a little less than 1800 a day which feels balanced for my size + activity level #and i tweaked it to budget a little extra on the weekends in case i eat at a restaurant or smth

[a-place-for-growth]

The local farmers just started selling the first kohlrabi of the year, and I am always surprised seeing people throwing away the leaves of this underrated vegetable. So I would like to share a recipe from my grandma - a wonderful cook, and also a very frugal person. 

For this budget-friendly kohlrabi soup, you focus on the leaves. My grandma often got them for free at the farmers market, even some supermarkets have "waste bins" for unwanted vegetable parts and will give you some because, as I said, most people use the bulbous stem only. 

This serves two (hungry!) people, and you can improvise a lot. You will need half of the kohlrabi stem. Put the rest aside for a snack, you can even eat it raw, cut in thin slices and salted, like healthy crisps, or in a salad. Make the most of it! You will also need all of the leaves, an onion, and three small or medium sized potatoes. You could also use instant mashed potatoes instead, or add other vegetables of your choice. Go with whatever you have. Peel the kohlrabi stem, onion, and potatoes, remove the hardest parts of the leaves as depicted, and chop the vegs. (Frugal option: Put the peels in the freezer and use them later to make your own broth.) 

Now add a tablespoon of vegetable oil (I used olive oil, but this is a "use what you have at hand" recipe.), and one teaspoon of sugar, and roast it gently until the onions start to brown. Add water until the vegs are just covered. Give this mixture some salt and pepper. Season to your taste. I highly recommend a pinch or two of ground nutmeg, rosemary and parsley for the fancy version of this. Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Use a blender to make this smooth and creamy. 

For a fancy version, serve it topped with some almonds, nuts, or fresh herbs. 

The taste of kohlrabi leaves reminds of a mixture of broccoli and turnip. You can just wash and chop them and put them in the freezer, ready to be made into soup later. Don't throw them away - and if others do, get them for free! 🙂

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[soldier-poet-king]

I'm both intensely nervous and also very excited. I'm competent. I know what I'm doing. I take pride in my work and my skills and I learn quickly and for all my personal emotional turmoil, I'm quick witted in the workplace and very good at what I do. I can show off a bit! I'm not even THAT bad at the social aspects, I forced myself thru SOOOO many extra curricular volunteer gigs to become, if not comfortable, at least good at chameleon masking in those situations

Also the weather is yucky and I don't really want what I packed for lunch and it'll keep in the work fridge for another day or two til I can eat it

#the duality of fran #this is very silly but also I have a complex abt food #most ppls mothers give them ED food compexes #mine gave me a food insecurity complex #WE NEVER WENT HUNGRY but my mother was SO strict about food waste and eating out and budgeting #and she acted as if we were always on the brink of ruin if i didnt finish my meal #not to mention sensory issues undiagnosed she chose to ignore. making eating difficult for me #that i am now 27 fkin years old and have SO MUCH guilt about like. just havin a lil treat #getting pizza and fries for lunch bc i want greasy comfort food #and not the healthy spicy pumpkin soup and whole wheat baguette i packed

[hearthandheathenry]

The Real Cost Of Convenience

The other day I went through my weekly flyers, did some online snooping, and made a list of all my local deals that would help feed my family healthy fresh foods on the limited budget we have. We've been trying to feed our family of 3 whole foods and proteins for less than $100 a week. What started as a simple hunt for sales to stock up, ended up turning into a huge eye-opening lesson on convenience and our health. Please let our family's shopping trip and findings not only inspire you to eat healthier at a lower cost, but also open your eyes on the real cost of convenience on our health and wallets.

To summarize my findings, it turns out that we could buy over TWO TIMES the amount of vegetables that would feed us for a month (or more) STILL for less than opting for convenient, already-prepped frozen veggie alternatives. I spent $33.61 on fresh veggies to chop up and freeze, and after some research, the cheapest alternatives listed online equaled out to $75.64 for a nearly identical amount of frozen veggies (I accounted for the veggie waste difference). Which means I am cutting my vegetable grocery bill in half! That is absolutely insane. Keep in mind this amount of veggies would feed my family of 3 for a month at the price and amount I've already spent. Which means I could get about 2 months of food for my family for the price of 1 month of convenient, frozen options. This leaves us so much more room to invest in quality grass-fed red meat and pasture-raised poultry, so we can elevate our health and diet without spending more out of pocket. So, if you would like more affordable and healthy options for food in your house, I highly recommend looking for deals on fresh vegetables and stocking up when you are able to, rather than opting for the easy to grab and prepare option off the shelves. Eating healthy does not have to be expensive and is actually really affordable for families. Your health and wallet will thank you.

I plan to do more cost comparison and snooping around to see what else I can uncover and tips that I can give you all to elevate your lives in the future, but for now, here is a breakdown of where I shopped and what I spent, versus the cost of the cheapest convenient, frozen options of similar poundage online (after processing to account for veggie waste):

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[spookyinthesouth]

We needed cheap and easy tonight so I got some rotisserie chicken and a baguette from the grocery store and made salad BECAUSE HEALTHY HOBBITS EAT BREAD.

#health journey #healthyliving #cozy life #healthy hobbit #hobbit #cozy food #weightloss journey #cozy autumn #budget meals #easy dinner

[eyeballcommander]

It's funny how me trying to do a good thing for once is what riles everyone up...

#…Do any of you know how hard I worked to set this up? #I spent hours rearranging the budget and making sure everyone paid their taxes! #I spent hours trying to find good- healthy meals! #I spent hours figuring out the logistics with our new suppliers! #And upgrading our food storage so we don't have to rely so heavily on preservatives! #And look- it's paying off! #There's been less watchdogs getting sick! #Less lethargy! better job performance! #So can you please direct your newfound energy at something besides trying to threaten me? #................maybe show a little appreciation for once?

[wellness-university]

Meal Prepping 101

Taking maximum credit loads, commuting, and working a part-time job can make eating a balanced diet seem impossible.

I mean, how many more responsibilities do you need?

But that’s the thing - eating a nutritious diet is the foundation to your success. It can give you the energy to study for exams and stay awake during three-hour seminars. And it may even grant you better grades.

Also, eating a balanced diet may improve your immune system, which results in fewer absences.

Yes, you’re not the only one snoozing in three-hour seminars. 

One way to guarantee that you’re eating nutrient-dense and filling meals is to practice meal prepping. Meal prepping is cooking multiple servings of a meal in a single day. For instance, you can make your lunches for Monday through Friday by cooking in bulk on Sunday. All you have to do is pop it in Tupperware and grab it before you go out the door.

Click here to see some examples of lunches that are easy to meal prep.

For most college students, this can seem like a daunting task.

“Where will I find the time to grocery shop?”

“What should I cook?”

“HOW do I cook?”

I’m here to reassure you that meal prepping is not as hard as it seems. Throughout my college career, I've been a commuter student who has taken maximum credit loads for every semester.

Meal prepping was the secret to staying organized and making the little time I had count.

There’s nothing like the reassurance of having your lunch ready and prepped next to you at all times. And- you’re in full control of what you are eating because we all know how easy stress eating is. Not to mention how hard it is to stop grabbing for the nearest salty snack.

If you’re unsure of how to begin meal prepping, let’s dive into how you can take care of your body by preparing your meals for the week! 

Basic Nutrition

The first step to meal prepping is deciding what you want to eat. I’m not a certified nutritionist, but I do have experience in eating for body function and performance since I am an athlete. These meal plans tend to be nutrient-dense and focused on eating whole foods.

What do I mean by whole foods? These are foods that usually don’t have a gigantic ingredient list listed on their packages. These include fruits, veggies, meat, beans, grains, and eggs.  

For example, I made sure to eat foods that would give me sustainable energy for my last Jiu-Jitsu tournament. My breakfast for the day was a sautee of quinoa, scrambled egg whites, and black beans. The combination of protein and carbohydrates kept me fueled through each of my fights.

Here’s the number #1 tip you should follow when grocery shopping: stick to the perimeter of the store. While following the perimeter of the store, you’ll find your veggies and fruits, the deli section and dairy.

But this is not to say that you won’t go down any aisles. There are a few “whole foods” scattered throughout the middle of the store such as beans and rice. 

The most important part of your meal plan and diet is BALANCE. Sure, you want to stick to whole foods mainly, but there’s nothing wrong with having Cheez-It’s as a snack every once in a while. Here’s a helpful grocery list you can follow if you want to meal prep your lunches:

- 2 types of fruits you enjoy 

- 2 vegetables you enjoy

- Chicken (or tofu if you don’t eat meat)

- Brown rice

- Black beans

- Yogurt (dairy or non-dairy, try to pick one with less added sugars)

- Almonds (omit if you’re allergic to nuts)

- Honey (substitute maple syrup)

- Dark chocolate

- 1 type of cracker/treat that you enjoy such as Doritos

Make sure to multiply this list based on how many days you’ll want lunch. Your meal prep can last however many days you want it to, but I usually cap it at five days. Here’s the meal you’re going to make:

- Brown rice bowl with chicken/tofu, beans, and veggies

- Side of yogurt parfait (yogurt, fruit, almonds, honey)

- Side of dark chocolate

- 1 treat *alternate every other day*

This list is just for lunches, but you can prep any meal of your choice. If you want to meal prep your breakfast, add these items to your list:

- Large eggs (white or brown)

- Egg whites

- Loaf of bread (whichever kind you prefer)

- Any spread you put on toast

There’s your breakfast! You can make 2 eggs + extra egg whites for added protein with toast.

And if you’re interested in meal prepping your whole day, all you have to do is choose a different dish than your lunch for dinner. Since every student has a different living situation, I’ll leave this up to you to decide. 

It’s important that when you go grocery shopping for your meal prep, you pick up any other items that you need such as laundry detergent or bottled water. This will save you time and stress throughout the week since your time is limited between classes to run to the store.

Budget

It’s easy to say what you need to get at the grocery store, but I know that not every student has adequate funds to purchase my entire grocery list. This doesn’t mean that you can't meal prep.

You can easily modify any grocery list to fit your needs. For instance, instead of getting two types of vegetables and fruit, you can only get one type of each. Or if raw chicken is too expensive, scour the frozen aisles for pre-cooked chicken tenders. They may not be the healthiest option, but they might be your only option at the moment. 

If you’re a student that works a part-time job, meal prepping will save you more money than you’d expect. Instead of picking up random fast food meals throughout the week or spending $20 for a coffee and a treat at Starbucks, your only large purchase for the week should be your groceries. 

For each paycheck, set aside $30-70 for your meal prepping. The more days you meal prep, the more you will spend. It’ll seem like a large amount at first glance, but $70 spread out over 5 days is $14 for multiple meal and snacks. 

How to Meal Prep

After following your budget and gathering your groceries, it’s time to start meal prepping. Let’s grab our Tupperware and get to work!

The whole concept of meal prepping is cooking your meals in one session. Most people like to meal prep on Sunday since that’s when they have the least amount of plans. Choose a day where you know you’ll have at least 2 hours free to cook. 

Here are a few tips to follow when preparing your meals:

- Empty the dishwasher and sink before you start

- Have multiple foods cooking at once (chicken on the stove, veggies in the oven, etc.)

- Always start with the food that takes the longest to cook (rice can take up to 45 minutes)

- Make sure to eat and get yourself in a good mood before cooking

- Clean as you go

With these tips, your meal-prepping session should go smoothly. Meal prepping is something that takes time to truly perform well. The more you do it, the better it gets.

It also may help to try meal prepping with a friend or roommate so that you can delegate and split tasks.

Don’t be discouraged if your first meals are poorly seasoned or cooked through. The only way to improve is to practice and stay consistent. 

#college student #college life #college #university #university student #how to meal prep #meal prepping #meal prep #morning routine #eat healthy #mental health #budgeting

[housemousecooking]

Farmish

With the costs of groceries continuing to rise I think it's important to look at grocery store alternatives like the Farmish app, especially for eggs I see them for $4-6/dozen farm fresh in my area . Beyond helping your wallet, it's also helping support the community around you.

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Another grocery store alternative. This online store may or may not be cheaper for your area. The premise of this online shop is that they do community drop offs once or twice a month instead of individual shipping(which they do, but it has a high shipping fee). I personally invested in 5 gallon buckets and buy pantry items in bulk from them to save money. This might be the kind of thing that you go in on with friends, buying a 50# bag of flour is cheaper per pound than a 5# bag, and if you're splitting the cost and product everyone wins.

#budget cooking #adulting #small changes #budget meals #healthy swaps #grocery store #groceries

[gameofspice]

Freezer meals | How to make a week ahead meal prep

Frozen food is bad for you! What? Yes, I am telling the truth. Fat, taste enhancers and preservative-loaded frozen food are bad for you. Not the home-cooked frozen meals, though. This blog contains some of my frozen food/freezer recipes and meal prep ideas to ease your daily routine if you like to buy groceries and stock up for your week. Meals that freeze well are handy time savers for the busy…

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[indischwindisch]

Pasta-Apple Salad (€1.64 pp cost)

This delicious and filling pasta salad checks all the boxes for a quick yet healthy meal. All you need is 20 minutes and a handful of ingredients.

This delicious and filling pasta salad checks all the boxes for a quick yet healthy meal. All you need is 20 minutes and a handful of ingredients. Eating Healthy On a Budget This is the second recipe of the series “Eating Healthy On a Budget”, where I am highlighting that cost under 2€ per person. This series is especially designed for students and busy people who do not want to spend too much…

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[atlastv]

"Chicken Creole"

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[rainyfestivalsweets]

7/13/22 wt 250.8

I am ready to break this plateau-ish thing.

I have been hanging between 248 and 255 since March. I am ready to start seeing LOW 240s or even .... 230s!

Let's make it happen!!!!

This mornings current eating tally:

5 calorie jelly

Supps + Fiber supp

Coffee, 1/2 serv protein powder, benefiber

Sf jello, glucomannon sup

Lunch: Steak bowl:

-- shredded cabbage filling bottom of bowl, 3 oz steak, red pasta sauce, peas. Splash if dry parm cheese.b Approx 400 cals per my calculations.

Notes:

It is Hard to calculate because 3 oz steak can range between 160 to 240. But! I am using what I already have cooked. Reducing food waste and just working on portion control. I have lots and lots of hamburger, pork and steak. Oy.

From now on, I realize I might be better served by buying things that don't require cooking. I get caught up in the need to budget, buy stuff to cook. Struggling with time to cook it and if it does get cooked, it might not get eaten!! ((Might be an adhd thing, not sure)

Lean deli meat? Something that is easy to portion control.

Also- get used to seeing Peas on everything. Bags of peas are $.84 at my Walmart. And Peas are a protein veggie.

I am a little frustrated with myself for continuing to buy stuff when I still have lots of stuff laying around here to use. Specifically in regards to Amazon "diet food" purchases. Those jellys are $20 a pack. And have I lost weight on them?

Not yet. But it seems like I should.

I am chalking it up to the couple meals I had this week where I ate without tracking.... they were family meals and had hot dogs and buns and food I normally don't have. But! I enjoyed my time with my family, stopped when I was full, are whatever veggies were available and have no guilt for anything else consumed. So that is a bonus.

I still have about 100 pounds to lose. Maybe more, maybe less. Depends on my muscle mass- which I don't want to lose!

I am definitely getting sexy.

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[promtad]

Easy Meal Prep Ideas for Healthy Weekdays

Are you tired of rushing to cook meals every day, only to end up with unhealthy takeout options? Do you struggle to find the time to eat nutritious and delicious meals during your busy weekdays? If so, it’s time to discover the power of meal prep. Meal prep is a game-changer when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet while juggling a hectic schedule. By dedicating a little time to plan and…

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[you-are-my-angel-love]

Cheesy Black Bean, Vegetable, and Egg Burritos: For Freezer / 30 servings

Ingredients:

30 large wheat tortillas

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 bell peppers, diced (any color)

2 onions, diced

6 cloves garlic, minced

6 cups cooked black beans (or 4 cans, drained and rinsed)

2 cans of sweet corn

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

24 large eggs, beaten

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings: salsa, avocado slices, sour cream, cilantro

Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the cooked black beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Push the vegetable and black bean mixture to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the empty side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix them with the vegetable and black bean mixture.

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and evenly distributed throughout the filling mixture.

Place a portion of the filling onto each wheat tortilla, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly to form burritos.

If freezing, wrap each burrito individually in aluminum foil and store in the freezer.

To reheat, unwrap the foil from the frozen burrito and microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Serve the burritos with optional toppings like salsa, avocado slices, sour cream, and cilantro.

Unique Pineapple Salsa:

Ingredients:

2 cups diced pineapple

1 red bell pepper, diced

1/2 red onion, finely chopped

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Juice of 2 limes

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño pepper, and chopped fresh cilantro.

Squeeze the juice of 2 limes over the salsa and toss to combine.

Season the salsa with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.

Cover and refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Serve the pineapple salsa alongside the Cheesy Black Bean, Vegetable, and Egg Burritos for a refreshing and flavorful pairing.

Here's a grocery list with estimated prices for each ingredient based on typical US prices:

Large Wheat Tortillas:

Price: $3.00 for a pack of 10 tortillas

Quantity Needed: 3 packs

Total Cost: $9.00

Olive Oil:

Price: $6.00 for a 16 oz bottle

Quantity Needed: 1 bottle

Total Cost: $6.00

Bell Peppers:

Price: $1.00 each (average)

Quantity Needed: 3

Total Cost: $3.00

Onions:

Price: $0.50 each (average)

Quantity Needed: 2

Total Cost: $1.00

Garlic:

Price: $0.50 for a bulb (approximately 10 cloves)

Quantity Needed: 1 bulb

Total Cost: $0.50

Cooked Black Beans:

Price: $1.00 for a 15 oz can (approximately 1.5 cups cooked)

Quantity Needed: 4 cans

Total Cost: $4.00

Sweet Corn:

Price: $0.75 for a 15 oz can

Quantity Needed: 2 cans

Total Cost: $1.50

Shredded Cheddar Cheese:

Price: $3.00 for an 8 oz bag

Quantity Needed: 4 bags

Total Cost: $12.00

Large Eggs:

Price: $2.50 per dozen

Quantity Needed: 2 dozen

Total Cost: $5.00

Optional Toppings:

Salsa: $3.00 for a 16 oz jar

Avocado: $1.00 each (average)

Sour Cream: $2.00 for a 16 oz container

Cilantro: $1.00 for a bunch

Total Cost (if using all options): $10.00

Total Estimated Cost (without optional toppings): $41.00

Total Estimated Cost (including optional toppings): $51.00

These prices are approximate and may vary based on location, brand, and store discounts. Adjustments can be made based on personal preferences and availability.

#budget #breakfast #family #whole wheat #healthy #bean burrito #foodie #grocery #savory #freezer meals