Under €2 per Serving

Budget Healthy Recipes – Delicious Meals for Less Money

Nutrient-rich recipes for under €2 per serving – eat healthily on a small budget.

Healthy eating doesn't have to be expensive. These recipes cost under €2 per serving and still deliver all the essential nutrients. The secret: budget-friendly nutrient carriers like eggs, lentils, oats and frozen vegetables.

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Oat Porridge with Banana & Cinnamon

🔥 320 kcal💪 12g protein5 min💶 €0.60
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Lentil Soup with Carrots & Celery

🔥 380 kcal💪 18g protein30 min💶 €0.80
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Scrambled Eggs with Frozen Spinach & Toast

🔥 350 kcal💪 22g protein10 min💶 €0.90
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Chickpea Curry with Rice

🔥 460 kcal💪 16g protein25 min💶 €1.20
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Broccoli Pasta with Garlic & Olive Oil

🔥 420 kcal💪 14g protein20 min💶 €1.50
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Banana Ice Cream with Peanut Butter (2 Ingredients)

🔥 250 kcal💪 6g protein5 min💶 €0.70
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💡 Pro Tip

Buy legumes (lentils, chickpeas) dried rather than canned – they cost 1/3 of the price. 500g of dried lentils (approx. €1.50) makes 8–10 portions of lentil soup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I eat healthily for under €5 a day?+
Oats for breakfast, lentil soup for lunch, scrambled eggs for dinner – under €3/day is possible.
Which foods are cheap and nutritious?+
Eggs, lentils, oats, frozen vegetables, bananas, canned legumes.
Is meal prep worthwhile for budget cooking?+
Absolutely – cooking lentil soup & curry in 4-portion batches saves time and money.