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jalapeño

Healthier: serrano pepper

Cheaper: bell pepper

Serrano adds heat while bell pepper offers sweetness.

cilantro

Healthier: parsley

Cheaper: spinach

Parsley provides a fresh flavor, while spinach adds a mild taste.

lime juice

Healthier: lemon juice

Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is cost-effective.

tomatoes

Healthier: heirloom tomatoes

Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Heirloom tomatoes enhance flavor, while canned are budget-friendly.

mozzarella cheese

Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

Cheaper: processed cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

pizza dough

Healthier: whole wheat pizza dough

Cheaper: store-bought pizza dough

Whole wheat dough is more nutritious, while store-bought is budget-friendly.

flour

Healthier: whole wheat flour

Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

Healthier: olive oil

Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

milk

Healthier: almond milk

Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and lower in calories.

yeast

Healthier: sourdough starter

Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough adds depth of flavor and is a natural leavening agent.