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Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

March 22, 2018 By Danielle Fisher Leave a Comment

Add these simple meal ideas to your arsenal of cheap healthy recipes. We have plenty of them here, which basically proves healthy and budget-friendly recipes aren’t really hard to come by or achieve. Not only are these recipes cheap, they’re simple and easy to follow too! Plus, they can give you ideas on how to substitute less-healthy ingredients with more wholesome ones while keeping the dish flavorful and delicious!

Reliable Cheap Healthy Recipes Whatever the Occasion Is

In this article:

  • Cheap Healthy Recipe Ideas
  • Healthy Recipes on a Budget for Breakfast
  • Cheap and Easy Recipes for Lunch
  • Quick Meals on a Budget for Dinner
  • Cheap Healthy Recipes for Detox Drinks

 

Cheap Healthy Recipe Ideas

1. 21 Simple Healthy Recipes with Only Three Ingredients

21 Simple Healthy Recipes With Only Three Ingredients | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

One way to make your meals budget-friendly is to use essential ingredients only. This list shows 21 simple and healthy recipes that only require three ingredients. Imagine using three things and then coming up with a decent, healthy meal. Not only are these recipes cheap, they’re also very quick and easy! Plus, you’re keeping the calories to a minimum.

2. 7 Slow Cooker Healthy Recipes for a Warm and Cozy Winter

7 Slow Cooker Healthy Recipes for a Warm and Cozy Winter | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Slow-cooked meals are budget-friendly, especially if you load them with vegetables. They are also fuss-free since you simply put all the ingredients into one pot and then wait for the dish to be ready. These slow cooker healthy recipes are quite versatile, and they’re a welcoming sight on a dinner table even when it isn’t cold out.

3. 17 Buddha Bowl Recipes You’ll Love

17 Buddha Bowl Recipes You’ll Love | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Buddha bowls promote mindful eating, which is basically about getting enough of what you actually need in one meal. They normally contain grains and a lot of vegetables. Considering the simplicity of ingredients and the fact that you can purchase them in bulk, Buddha bowls give great value for money.

4. 15 Unhealthy Recipes Made More Wholesome

15 Unhealthy Recipes Made More Wholesome | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Unhealthy meals are not only delicious but sometimes come out cheaper too. Good thing there are ways to make them healthier and still taste good while still being easy on the pocket. Simply substitute the not-so-healthy ingredients with better ones just like these unhealthy recipes made wholesome.

5. Cauliflower Pizza Recipe

Cauliflower Pizza Recipe | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Depending on the season or where you live, cauliflower can be really inexpensive. Pizza delivery is generally budget-friendly too, but it’s not as healthy as a cauliflower pizza. It is fairly easy to make and definitely worth a shot if you want a healthier alternative to your go-to meal.

6. 13 Low Carb Vegan Recipes Your Whole Family Will Love

13 Low Carb Vegan Recipes Your Whole Family Will Love | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Vegan meals don’t have to be expensive. In the first place, they’re mostly made with vegetables, which are typically affordable. Just try exploring more local food sources like the farmer’s market or co-ops in your area. Sometimes, produce from these sources are cheaper with better quality at that.

7. 7 Delicious Healthy Recipes for Lunch

7 Delicious Healthy Recipes For Lunch | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

All these delicious healthy recipes only take 15 minutes to whip up. The ingredients needed are simple, cheap, and accessible in most grocery stores. The recipes featured on the list are filling enough to substitute heavier lunches made with meat.

8. 7 Simple and Healthy Recipes for Women

7 Simple And Healthy Recipes For Women | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Some women sometimes complain about staying fit and healthy being so expensive. In some cases, it’s true, but there are simple and healthy recipes that are really budget-friendly. Even when you have to spend a little bit more for healthier products, it might still be more cost-effective than indulging in cheap and greasy food all the time.

9. 17 Healthy Crockpot Recipes Perfect For the Holidays

17 Healthy Crockpot Recipes Perfect For the Holidays | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

The holidays often turn out more stressful than regular days. Cooking special meals, especially for a beginner, involves a lot of pressure and money. There’s a way to make the holidays fuss-free though. Just cook a few dishes in your crockpot instead! Prepare the healthier-than-usual ingredients which are cheaper than meat-heavy dishes. Put them in the slow cooker and wait for it to be ready.

10. How to Prepare Healthy Recipes for Kids in Less Than 30 Minutes

How to Prepare Kids Healthy Recipes in Less Than 30 Minutes | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

These 30-minute healthy recipes for the kids are perfect for parents who are pressed for time but still want to put quality meals on the table. Prepare some of these meals ahead on the weekend and store them properly. By doing this, you’ll always have something ready whenever you need a quick meal for the kids and the whole family.

11. Quick Healthy Recipes for Fall

Quick Healthy Recipes for Fall | Cheap Healthy Recipes For Any Occasion

Even when it’s not yet the fall season, these quick healthy recipes still come handy. Most of the ingredients required are available all-year round and are fairly inexpensive. No need to hold out for your favorite pumpkin-spice fix!

 

Healthy Recipes on a Budget for Breakfast

12. Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Toast with Chia Seeds

This toast don’t mess around. Great snaps @orlandofoodguys. Check your local menu for availability [link in bio]. . . . . . . #PeanutButterBananaToast #PeanutButter #ChiaSeeds #Honey #Cinnamon #HollerSnaps #HollerAndDash #Celebration #Florida #EatLocal #Food #Southern #Brunch #Breakfast #Lunch

A post shared by Holler & Dash (@holleranddash) on Feb 25, 2018 at 6:30am PST

The key to making your breakfast healthy, but inexpensive, is to keep things simple. A healthy peanut butter banana toast with chia seeds is simple and cheap enough, not to mention highly convenient.

13. Healthy Spinach Scrambled Eggs

Spinach scrambled eggs on wholemeal toast to start my weekend 😸 Discovered that scrambled eggs works better using water instead of milk👌 #spinachscrambledeggs #scrambledeggs #healthyfood #healthyeating #fitfood #homemade #homecooked #food #cleaneating #fitchick #fitfam #girlswholift #wholefoods #vegetarian #breakfast #healthybreakfast #helgasbread #dairyfree #thingsontoast #toast

A post shared by Alice Deng (@alicexdeng) on Feb 2, 2018 at 9:22pm PST

It’s easy to cook a quick and healthy breakfast when you have eggs on hand. So, make sure your fridge is well-stocked with good-quality eggs. This healthy spinach scrambled eggs recipe is a good example of a cheap breakfast to fuel you on mornings the healthy way.

14. Healthy Granola

This nutty vanilla granola is supa clean and filled with chunky clusters of yum! Recipe on the new blog (link in bio) for this low sugar, dairy free & fiber rich nola!🌰🥥

A post shared by Meg Gerber RD, LDN, IFNCP (@glutenfreegerblie) on Mar 6, 2018 at 9:09am PST

This healthy granola recipe yields about 8 cups, which is just enough to keep your pantry stocked with go-to breakfast for the week. Make sure you use natural sweeteners like real maple syrup and pure honey for your granola to keep it healthy.

 

Cheap and Easy Recipes for Lunch

15. Easy Avocado Egg Salad Recipe

✨ avocado egg salad ✨ • 3 hard boiled eggs • 1/2 red onion chopped (maybe a little less than 1/2) • 1 tbs spicy brown mustard • salt + pepper • lime juice would of been great here but I didn't have any 🤷🏼‍♀️ • mash and mix together 👌🏼enjoy.

A post shared by Weights + Wellness, LLC (@weights.and.wellness) on Dec 30, 2017 at 9:56am PST

This avocado egg salad makes a healthy and delicious filling for toasts and sandwiches. You can easily whip this up in the morning before heading to work, so the sandwich does not get soggy by noon. Just put the bread and salad in separate containers.

16. Chicken Stir Fry with Rice Noodles

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When it’s the weekend and you want to get a little busy in the kitchen, try this chicken stir-fry with rice noodles. A stir-fry is not only budget-friendly but also light and healthy, considering it’s made with chicken breast, vegetables, and rice noodles. It only takes 30 minutes to make, too!

17. Meal-Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls

#MealPrep for the week. Cannot wait to dig into this for lunch! #ChickenBurritoBowls #Tasty

A post shared by Clint Schweitzer ✅ (@clint052191) on May 29, 2017 at 12:31pm PDT

Preparing meals ahead saves you time and money. You only need to get the meals from the freezer and heat them up whenever you want. Doing this can curb your temptation to always eat out and spend more. If you’re new to meal-prepping, try these chicken burrito bowls for starters.

 

Quick Meals on a Budget for Dinner

18. Lemon Garlic Baked Tilapia

simple. #bakedtilapia#asparagus#broccoli#garlic#salt#pepper#evoo#lemon#cayenne#simple#healthy#food

A post shared by @ johnnygrubs on May 20, 2017 at 10:31pm PDT

Tilapia is cheap and bakes beautifully with lemon and garlic as you can see in this baked tilapia recipe. Even so, you can easily use other kinds of white fish if you want. Just explore and see what works best for you.

19. 1 Pan Vegan Ratatouille

〰️RATATOUILLE〰️ with a basic salad of pearl couscous, basil, cherry toms & avo (swipe right for salad). Veg ratatouille recipe from @nora_acleanbake I added sweet potato to mine also, delish! 😁 . . #anotherfoodgeek #acleanbake #ratatouille #veganratatouille #salad #fiveplusaday #vegan #healthyeating #healthydinner #veganeats #dinner #vegandinner #vegetarian #vegetariandinner #vegansofig #delicious #veganfoodporn #veganfood #veganaf #veganfoodshare #whatveganseat #foodie #foodgram

A post shared by Another Food Geek (@anotherfoodgeek) on Jan 31, 2018 at 2:40am PST

This ratatouille is one of the yummiest vegan recipes you can make, not to mention, cheap! The vegetables are beautifully arranged to make the entire dish look pretty appetizing. You get a burst of different flavors from each bite, which is amazing considering all the flavors come from healthy and guilt-free ingredients.

20. Super Simple Potato Curry

Sweet potato and potato curry. #vegan #veganfood #veganfoodshare #starchbased #starchsolution #plantbasednutrition #plantbasedvegan #plantbased #vegansofinstagram #vegansofig #vegandinner #veganpotatocurry #vegan🥔🍠 #🥔🍠 #dr_fruit_fix #plantsnotspills #plantstrong

A post shared by Dr Jo Butterfield (@dr_fruit_fix) on Apr 27, 2017 at 1:15pm PDT

Here’s an alternative to your favorite chicken curry. Cooking curry with potato as the star ingredient makes the dish healthier, quicker, and cheaper to make. It only takes 20 minutes to whip up this dish, and it can easily feed four people for dinner.

 

Cheap Healthy Recipes for Detox Drinks 

21. Creamy Avocado Banana Green Smoothie

Banana ah~~ Avocado nana ah~~ #avocadobananasmoothie #healthysmoothie

A post shared by Crystal Chen (@crystal20xuan) on Jul 12, 2014 at 10:31am PDT

Smoothies can be your go-to breakfast when you’re rushing in the morning. Cut up some fruit the night before or even on a weekend then freeze them in labeled containers. You can easily pick some fruit out from the freezer and quickly make a healthy smoothie in less than five minutes. To start, try this creamy avocado banana green smoothie.

22. Lemon Cucumber Detox Water Recipe

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A glass of lemon cucumber water is not just a simple and refreshing beverage for a hot day, it is quite helpful to the body as well. Lemon and cucumber are both cheap and easily accessible in grocery stores. They are among the common ingredients to help the body get rid of toxins.

23. Hydrating Watermelon Detox Water

#beyondmelon #watermelonwater #rehydrate #health

A post shared by Kat Douglas (@boutiquefineorganicsbrands) on Mar 2, 2018 at 1:35pm PST

Watermelon, mint, and lime are all ingredients to help you detoxify. It keeps you hydrated while rejuvenating your skin at the same time. If you get tired of the lemon cucumber water, you can easily swap it for this equally amazing watermelon detox water.

 

There are plenty of cheap healthy recipes to choose from out there. We hope this list helps you get started. What’s key to making meals healthier and cheaper is loading them up with vegetables and fruits that are in season and local in your area. Even if you eat huge servings, you’ll get fewer calories and more nutrients!

What do you think of our list of cheap healthy recipes? Let us know in the comments section below!

Up next: How To Detox From Sugar Safely and Effectively

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