MEAL-PREP FOR THE WEEK! Budget Friendly, High Protein!

Greek yogurt

Healthier: cottage cheese

Cheaper: plain yogurt

Cottage cheese provides similar protein content with fewer calories.

almond butter

Healthier: peanut butter

Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Peanut butter is often less expensive while still offering healthy fats.

honey

Healthier: agave syrup

Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar is a more economical sweetener.

blueberries

Healthier: mixed berries

Cheaper: frozen blueberries

Frozen blueberries are often less expensive and just as nutritious.

sesame oil

Healthier: olive oil

Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while providing a neutral flavor.

tofu

Healthier: tempeh

Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein, while seitan is often less expensive.

soy sauce

Healthier: tamari

Cheaper: coconut aminos

Coconut aminos is a soy-free alternative and can be lower in sodium.

vegetable broth

Healthier: homemade broth

Cheaper: water with seasonings

Using water with seasonings can reduce costs while still adding flavor.