Eating healthy doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s a list of budget-friendly healthy groceries to help you plan your meals:

Produce

  1. Fresh Fruits:
  • Apples ($1.50/lb)
  • Bananas ($0.50/lb)
  • Oranges ($1.50/lb)
  1. Fresh Vegetables:
  • Carrots ($0.60/lb)
  • Onions ($0.60/lb)
  • Frozen mixed vegetables ($1.50/lb)
  1. Leafy Greens:
  • Spinach ($1.50/bunch)
  • Kale ($1.50/bunch)

Grains

  1. Whole Wheat Bread: ($2.50/loaf)
  2. Brown Rice: ($1.50/bag)
  3. Oats: ($2.50/bag)
  4. Quinoa: ($2.50/bag)

Proteins

  1. Canned Beans: Black beans, chickpeas, kidney beans ($1.00/can)
  2. Eggs: ($1.50/dozen)
  3. Canned Tuna: ($2.00/can)
  4. Tofu: ($2.50/block)

Dairy

  1. Greek Yogurt: ($2.50/cup)
  2. Milk: ($2.50/gallon)
  3. Cottage Cheese: ($2.50/cup)

Pantry

  1. Canned Tomatoes: ($1.00/can)
  2. Olive Oil: ($3.00/bottle)
  3. Spices: ($1.00/bottle)
  4. Nuts and Seeds: ($5.00/bag)

Snacks

  1. Nuts: Almonds, walnuts ($5.00/bag)
  2. Dried Fruits: Dates, apricots ($2.50/bag)
  3. Energy Bars: ($2.50/bar)

Final Thought