{"id":26383,"date":"2021-08-27T19:02:12","date_gmt":"2021-08-27T19:02:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=26383"},"modified":"2025-09-22T23:54:40","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T23:54:40","slug":"2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"2-Week Meal Plan On A Budget: How To Eat Healthy And Still Save"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#How_to_Shop_for_a_2-Week_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget\" >How to Shop for a 2-Week Meal Plan on a Budget<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#1_Make_a_Menu\" >1. Make a Menu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#2_Always_Carry_a_Grocery_List\" >2. Always Carry a Grocery List<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#3_Always_Store_Your_Groceries_Correctly\" >3. Always Store Your Groceries Correctly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#4_Buy_Uglier_Fruits_and_Vegetables\" >4. Buy Uglier Fruits and Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#5_Cook_At_Home\" >5. Cook At Home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#6_Cook_in_Bigger_Portions\" >6. Cook in Bigger Portions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#7_Buy_Generic_Brands\" >7. Buy Generic Brands\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#8_Always_Be_on_the_Lookout_for_Sales\" >8. Always Be on the Lookout for Sales\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#9_Buy_FrozenCanned_Produce\" >9. Buy Frozen\/Canned Produce<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#10_Eat_Less_Meat\" >10. Eat Less Meat\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#How_Do_I_Plan_for_Food_for_2_Weeks\" >How Do I Plan for Food for 2 Weeks?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#1_Make_a_Menu_and_Save_Recipes\" >1. Make a Menu and Save Recipes\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#2_Try_Meatless_Mondays\" >2. Try Meatless Mondays\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#3_Make_Juices_and_Smoothies\" >3. Make Juices and Smoothies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#4_Always_Eat_Your_Leftovers\" >4. Always Eat Your Leftovers\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#5_Always_Use_What_You_Have_First\" >5. Always Use What You Have First<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#What_Is_the_Cheapest_Healthiest_Food_You_Can_Eat\" >What Is the Cheapest, Healthiest Food You Can Eat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Sample_Meals_for_a_2-Week_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget\" >Sample Meals for a 2-Week Meal Plan on a Budget<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#2-Week_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget_Breakfast_Options\" >2-Week Meal Plan on a Budget Breakfast Options<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Peanut_Butter_Sandwich\" >Peanut Butter Sandwich<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Scrambled_Eggs_On_Toast\" >Scrambled Eggs On Toast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Oat_Pancakes\" >Oat Pancakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Chicken_Sandwich\" >Chicken Sandwich<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Budget_Lunch_Ideas\" >Budget Lunch Ideas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Chicken_Pasta_Salad\" >Chicken Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Minestrone_Soup\" >Minestrone Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Tex-Mex_Style_Migas\" >Tex-Mex Style Migas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Egg_Fried_Rice\" >Egg Fried Rice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Dinner_Options_for_a_2-week_Dinner_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget\" >Dinner Options for a 2-week Dinner Meal Plan on a Budget<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Low_Carb_Lasagna\" >Low Carb Lasagna<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Chicken_Potato_Bake\" >Chicken Potato Bake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Penne_With_Tomatoes_White_Beans\" >Penne With Tomatoes &amp; White Beans<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#How_to_Make_a_2-Week_Keto_on_a_Budget_Meal_Plan\" >How to Make a 2-Week Keto on a Budget Meal Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#What_Are_Some_Healthy_Meals_on_a_Budget\" >What Are Some Healthy Meals on a Budget?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#What_are_the_12_foods_you_should_have_every_day\" >What are the 12 foods you should have every day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#How_can_I_make_food_last_for_2_weeks\" >How can I make food last for 2 weeks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#What_is_the_cheapest_way_to_get_protein\" >What is the cheapest way to get protein?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Are_sweet_peppers_good_for_you\" >Are sweet peppers good for you?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#Can_eating_healthy_be_cheap\" >Can eating healthy be cheap?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan-on-a-budget\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you were to take your rent out from your monthly budget, you may find that food is the second most expensive thing there &#8211; a fact that rings true for many families or even people who live alone. One way to reduce how much money you spend on food is by making a weekly meal plan and sticking to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019re going to show you how to make a 2-week meal plan on a budget, how to eat cheaply and deliciously, and give you a sample of budget-friendly meals that will not only be delicious, but also great for your savings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Shop_for_a_2-Week_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget\"><\/span><b>How to Shop for a 2-Week Meal Plan on a Budget<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to meal planning or food prepping, most people generally make weekly plans with grocery store runs and meal prepping days on the weekend. While this is a good plan, if you\u2019re a busy mom or a student, this weekly routine can get very old.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opting to plan for food for 2 weeks can save you time and buying in bulk could save you money and help you save better. But how exactly do you do this? How do you effectively shop for a 2-week meal plan that\u2019s both budget-friendly and avoids food waste?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips to help.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Make_a_Menu\"><\/span><b>1. Make a Menu<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you head to the grocery store, take a few minutes to sit down and brainstorm what you want to eat for the next week, 2 weeks, or even the next month. Having a menu may seem a little old-fashioned, but it helps give you a good idea what should be on your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/grocery-list-for-weight-loss\/\">grocery list<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also gives you time to go through your fridge and pantry to make sure you\u2019re truly out of the ingredients you need. This helps ensure that you don\u2019t buy any extras you don\u2019t need, thereby helping prevent food and ingredient waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Stock-image-15.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Always_Carry_a_Grocery_List\"><\/span><b>2. Always Carry a Grocery List<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ties in with the point above. Having a grocery list at hand is basically like having a shopping guide that helps you buy what you truly need, which prevents impulse buys, unnecessary spending, and helps you stick to the budget. Remember this only works if you stick to the list!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Always_Store_Your_Groceries_Correctly\"><\/span><b>3. Always Store Your Groceries Correctly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not storing your food correctly can lead to groceries going bad faster, which will send you back to the store to get more food and ruin your budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing food waste is good for your pockets and the environment. According to a study published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">journal, researchers assert that storing food properly helps enhance food security and food safety while reducing food expenditure and food wastage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fsufs.2023.1194321\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reducing food waste can help reduce the yearly 14% global food loss while placing less strain on our natural resources and reducing environmental damage (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fao.org\/fao-stories\/article\/en\/c\/1309609\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Buy_Uglier_Fruits_and_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>4. Buy Uglier Fruits and Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often when we go to the supermarkets or grocery stores, we tend to reach for the shiny and perfect foods. The tomatoes and apples must be perfectly round and shiny, the cucumbers straight or just slightly curved, the bananas spot-free, and the vegetables should have fresh-looking leaves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there\u2019s nothing wrong in wanting your groceries to be as aesthetic and pretty as possible, opting for blemish-free foods could be hurting your pockets. According to several reputable publications, uglier foods are actually sold at a cheaper price than their perfect, unblemished, brightly colored counterparts by as much as 50% (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/briankateman\/2020\/03\/02\/the-time-is-ripe-for-ugly-fruits-and-vegetables\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nzherald.co.nz\/bay-of-plenty-times\/news\/ugly-cheaper-fruit-and-veg-coming-to-bay-of-plenty\/XQ4CKUDQNZSKSXE2CM6VIDDW2E\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/icic.org\/blog\/ugly-fruit-movement-helps-expand-access-healthy-affordable-produce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). There are specialty services and programs that sell ugly or blemished produce at cheaper prices &#8211; some will even deliver it to you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/overlay-banner-4-3.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What started as a way to help prevent food waste &#8211; as foods that are considered ugly are often thrown out &#8211; could help save you some money in the long term. And just because the fruits and vegetables are oddly shaped or bruised doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re bad &#8211; they taste just the same as their pretty counterparts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fao.org\/newsroom\/story\/15-quick-tips-for-reducing-food-waste-and-becoming-a-Food-hero\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, naturally-grown fruits and vegetables aren\u2019t always perfect and that\u2019s the beauty of nature. Take a trip to your nearest farm and see for yourself!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe <\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Cook_At_Home\"><\/span><b>5. Cook At Home<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t know how to cook, learn. The amount you spend at a restaurant for one meal could easily be used at a grocery store to get you the ingredients for two or even three budget-friendly home-cooked meals. Cooking at home also allows you to carry food to the office or workplace &#8211; this prevents you from buying food\/<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/snacks-for-vegetarians\/\">snacks<\/a>, which helps you save some money.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cook_in_Bigger_Portions\"><\/span><b>6. Cook in Bigger Portions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re trying to make a 2-week meal plan for one person, you may be tempted to try and make smaller portions as you have no one to share them with. Instead of making one serving per meal, we suggest you increase your portions and make two, three or even more servings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This gives you leftovers that can be refrigerated or frozen and eaten for later lunches or dinners. It also saves on gas\/electricity and can prevent food waste as the ingredients don\u2019t go bad waiting for you to make them. Just remember to store the cooked food properly so that it doesn\u2019t go bad.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/overlay-banner-5-3.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Buy_Generic_Brands\"><\/span><b>7. Buy Generic Brands\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brand loyalty and budget don\u2019t belong in the same sentence and chances are that you\u2019re paying a higher price for the name and not the food product.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Always_Be_on_the_Lookout_for_Sales\"><\/span><b>8. Always Be on the Lookout for Sales\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods are obviously much cheaper when they\u2019re on sale and sales give you a chance to stock up on your staples at a lower price, particularly if they\u2019re things that can be frozen or stored for an extended time. If you can, swap out an ingredient or two on your grocery list for something else that\u2019s currently in the sale. Remember that you also always get the best prices on fruits and vegetables if you buy those that are in season at the time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Buy_FrozenCanned_Produce\"><\/span><b>9. Buy Frozen\/Canned Produce<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One thing you must understand is that contrary to popular belief, frozen fruits and vegetables aren\u2019t always cheaper than their fresh counterparts. According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USDA, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the price is largely determined by the type of fruit and vegetable (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ers.usda.gov\/webdocs\/publications\/42549\/15153_aib790f_1_.pdf?v=42061\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you\u2019re thinking about keeping some of these foods in the long term, frozen foods have longer shelf lives and could be cheaper when factors such as waste are taken into consideration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re worried about the nutritional quality of frozen foods, research has shown that frozen and fresh food have relatively similar nutritional contents. Fresh foods also tend to lose some of their nutrients over time when they\u2019re stored in the fridge, which makes frozen foods possibly better nutritionally (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0889157517300418\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canned foods are also generally cheaper than fresh foods and have a longer shelf life, so they make the perfect ingredients to get on a 2-week meal plan on a budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Eat_Less_Meat\"><\/span><b>10. Eat Less Meat\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat, especially beef, can be quite expensive in terms of which cuts you get. Replace more expensive cuts with cheaper ones, buy chicken instead of beef, or better yet, replace meat with plant protein from tofu, beans, or eggs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Plan_for_Food_for_2_Weeks\"><\/span><b>How Do I Plan for Food for 2 Weeks?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now your shopping is done, the next step is to start meal planning for the next 14 days. Meal planning is one of the most convenient things that anyone on a budget or during a time crunch can do for themselves. Doing this on a budget also ensures you can track where your money goes in terms of food consumption and buying.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some simple tips on how to plan for budget-friendly meals:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Make_a_Menu_and_Save_Recipes\"><\/span><b>1. Make a Menu and Save Recipes\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you didn\u2019t do this before, now\u2019s the time to do it. Work around the grains, fruits, and vegetables you bought and decide what you want to eat for the next two weeks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not very confident in your cooking skills, look up some recipes to match these meal ideas. These recipes will help you make some great food that you\u2019ll look forward to eating and you can cut down on the time you spend cooking, which is especially good for those who aren\u2019t too familiar with the kitchen or certain ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Try_Meatless_Mondays\"><\/span><b>2. Try Meatless Mondays\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat lovers know that this ingredient is delicious but that it can put quite a dent in your pocket. To prevent this and save some money, ensure you have at least one day a week where you don\u2019t consume meat. A popular day to do this is Monday, but you can choose any day of the week you want to.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Make_Juices_and_Smoothies\"><\/span><b>3. Make Juices and Smoothies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you end up buying some blemished or overripe seasonal fruits and vegetables to save some cash, you may need to use them quickly before they go bad. Fruit and vegetables make great ingredients for smoothies that can be consumed as natural salt-free snacks or meal replacements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural juices and smoothies generally last between 24 hours and 5 days when stored in the fridge, so make sure to keep them in there in an airtight container. To get the most out of your fruit and vegetable drinks, we recommend blending rather than <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/juicing-to-lose-weight\/\">juicing<\/a> as the former doesn\u2019t get rid of the important fiber in these drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Always_Eat_Your_Leftovers\"><\/span><b>4. Always Eat Your Leftovers\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, wasting food is bad for the environment and your pockets. Always make sure you eat all your leftovers. You can always have them as they are or look up recipes on how to repurpose said leftovers, thereby making a new meal out of cooked foods you already had.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Always_Use_What_You_Have_First\"><\/span><b>5. Always Use What You Have First<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you head to the store to buy more things, take a look in your freezer, pantry, and fridge and make sure to make meals with what you have on hand first, particularly if it&#8217;s nearing its expiration date.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beginner-intermittent-fasting-meal-plan\/\"><i>A Beginner Intermittent Fasting Meal Plan To Fit Your IF Journey<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Cheapest_Healthiest_Food_You_Can_Eat\"><\/span><b>What Is the Cheapest, Healthiest Food You Can Eat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cheapest and healthiest foods are always those that are in season, especially when it comes to fruits and vegetables. This is why shopping seasonally is always encouraged.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salad.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other foods you should look out for when on a budget include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans and lentils, especially dried<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice &#8211; choose brown rice for more fiber\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canned <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-seafood-chowder\/\">seafood<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-fat dairy products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affordable frozen vegetables and fruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oatmeal and other whole grains<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pasta &#8211; opt for the whole-grain version for more fiber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canned fruits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once again, always look out for sales at your local store. Sometimes the usually expensive stuff can have 50% off, which can help broaden your menu and give you something fun to eat while remaining budget-conscious.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sample_Meals_for_a_2-Week_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget\"><\/span><b>Sample Meals for a 2-Week Meal Plan on a Budget<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listed below are examples of some cheap easy meals on a budget you can easily make using the ingredients from the above grocery list.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Week_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget_Breakfast_Options\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-meal-plan\/\">2-Week Meal Plan<\/a> on a Budget Breakfast Options<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peanut_Butter_Sandwich\"><\/span><b>Peanut Butter Sandwich<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 2 slices of bread, 2 tbsp peanut butter, 1\/2 medium-sized banana, 1\/2 tsp honey, a sprinkle of cinnamon<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 434. Fats: 17 g. Protein: 16 g. Carbs: 60 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scrambled_Eggs_On_Toast\"><\/span><b>Scrambled Eggs On Toast<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 2 slices bread, 1\/2 tbsp butter, 2 medium-sized eggs, 1\/3 cup feta cheese crumbles<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 545. Fats: 27 g. Protein: 35 g. Carbs: 42 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oat_Pancakes\"><\/span><b>Oat Pancakes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 1 cup oats, 1 cup milk, 2 large eggs, 1 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp sugar, 2\/3 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1\/4 tsp salt, 1\/4 tsp ground cinnamon<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 262. Fats: 8.8 g. Protein: 10 g. Carbs: 36.5 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kitchn <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/oatmeal-pancakes-22943620\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chicken_Sandwich\"><\/span><b>Chicken Sandwich<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; 1 1\/2 cups chopped cooked chicken, 1\/2 cup chopped celery stalk, 1\/3 cup finely chopped onion, 1\/2 cup mayonnaise, 1\/4 tsp salt, 1\/4 tsp pepper, 8 slices of bread<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 sandwiches<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one sandwich: 430. Fats: 27 g. Protein: 19 g. Carbs: 27 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Betty Crocker <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bettycrocker.com\/recipes\/chicken-salad-sandwiches\/e19402ff-608a-4e4a-98b5-0cd6ee845b92\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/egg.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Budget_Lunch_Ideas\"><\/span><b>Budget Lunch Ideas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not working from home, we suggest that you get a lunch box to help carry your lunch to work.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chicken_Pasta_Salad\"><\/span><b>Chicken Pasta Salad<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 2 chicken breasts, 3-4 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 170 g dry pasta, 1 1\/2 tbsp chopped thyme, 1 tbsp oregano, 1 cup cherry tomato halves, 1\/2 yellow bell pepper, 1\/4 cup green olives, 1\/2 medium-sized red onion, 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, 1 1\/2 packed cups roughly chopped arugula, salt and black pepper to taste<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Dressing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1\/2 tsp honey, 1\/2 garlic clove minced, red pepper flakes, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 3 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 468. Fats: 20 g. Protein: 27 g. Carbs: 45 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Fitness Meals <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/healthyfitnessmeals.com\/chicken-pasta-salad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minestrone_Soup\"><\/span><b>Minestrone Soup<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium-sized yellow onion, 2 medium-sized carrots, 2 medium-sized ribs celery, 1\/4 cup tomato paste, 2 cups chopped potatoes, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1\/2 tsp dried oregano, 1\/2 tsp dried thyme, 1 large can diced tomatoes (with their liquid), 4 cups vegetable broth, 2 cups water, 1 tsp fine sea salt, 2 bay leaves, red pepper flakes, ground black pepper, 1 cup small shell pasta, 1 can beans, 2 cups baby spinach, 2 tsp lemon juice,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 6 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 298. Fats: 10.5 g. Protein: 9.8 g. Carbs: 45.6 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cookie and Kate <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/classic-minestrone-soup-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tex-Mex_Style_Migas\"><\/span><b>Tex-Mex Style Migas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 1 tbsp olive oil, 1\/2 small onion, 1 seeded and minced jalape\u00f1o pepper, salt and pepper to taste, 2 corn tortillas, 4 large eggs, 1\/8 cup salsa, 1\/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 2 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 407. Fats: 27.1 g. Protein: 23.1 g. Carbs: 18.4 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kitchen <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/recipe-tex-mex-migas-103251\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Egg_Fried_Rice\"><\/span><b>Egg Fried Rice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 4 large eggs, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 cup diced onion, 2 cups diced mixed vegetables, 1\/2 cup sliced scallions, pinch of salt, 4 cups cooked rice, 2 1\/2 tbsp soy sauce, 1\/2 teaspoon five-spice powder, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 425. Fats: 16.7 g. Protein: 13.4 g. Carbs: 55.6 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Nibbles <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/healthynibblesandbits.com\/easiest-egg-fried-rice\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dinner_Options_for_a_2-week_Dinner_Meal_Plan_on_a_Budget\"><\/span><b>Dinner Options for a 2-week Dinner Meal Plan on a Budget<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low_Carb_Lasagna\"><\/span><b>Low Carb Lasagna<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 1 large eggplant, 1 large zucchini, 12 ounces sausage, 1\/2 onion, 2 minced garlic, 1 can crushed tomatoes, 1\/4 cup dry red wine, 1 tsp dried basil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 large egg, 1\/4 teaspoon ground pepper, 1 cup mozzarella, fresh basil<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 8 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 279. Fats: 16 g. Protein: 17 g. Carbs: 19 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating Well <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/recipe\/257001\/noodle-less-lasagna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chicken_Potato_Bake\"><\/span><b>Chicken Potato Bake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 60 g unsalted butter, 6 skinless boneless chicken thighs, 80 g smoked pancetta, 2 large onions, 40 g plain flour, 500 ml chicken stock, tbsp finely chopped tarragon, 3 tbsp wholegrain mustard, 4 tbsp double cream, 900 g mashed potato, drizzle of olive oil<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 2 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 564. Fats: 35 g. Protein: 25 g. Carbs: 35 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BBC Good Food<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/creamy-tarragon-chicken-potato-bake\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Penne_With_Tomatoes_White_Beans\"><\/span><b>Penne With Tomatoes &amp; White Beans<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 cans (14-1\/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, 15-ounce can cannellini beans, 10 ounces fresh spinach, 1\/4 cup sliced ripe olives, 1\/2 tsp salt, 1\/4 tsp pepper, 1\/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 4 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for one serving: 491. Fats: 13 g. Protein: 19 g. Carbs: 77 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taste of Home <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/penne-with-tomatoes-white-beans\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_a_2-Week_Keto_on_a_Budget_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><b>How to Make a 2-Week Keto on a Budget Meal Plan<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ketogenic <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-anemia-diet-plan\/\">diet plan<\/a> distinguishes itself from all the rest by demanding that its followers consume incredibly high amounts of fat and severely limit the amount of carbs they eat in a day. If you\u2019re looking for a budget-friendly way to navigate this eating plan, here are some tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your own snacks &#8211; Buying may be convenient, but a few hours in the kitchen will save your bottom line in the long term.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your protein from cheaper sources &#8211; While consuming beans and lentils may be a no-go zone, you can get your protein from less expensive sources such as pork, chicken, and cheaper cuts of beef.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat your vegetables &#8211; Is there anything cheaper?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try buying your ingredients in bulk, preferably during sales.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for frozen fruits and vegetables, they\u2019re cheaper.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stock up on eggs &#8211; They\u2019re keto-approved and cheaper than meat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-weight-loss-meal-plan\/\"><i>Vegan Weight Loss Meal Plan and Prep Tips <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_Healthy_Meals_on_a_Budget\"><\/span><b>What Are Some Healthy Meals on a Budget?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All the meals in this article can be considered healthy. However, if you want to make them even healthier, swap out some ingredients for healthier versions or cut out some ingredients completely. For example, you can choose to remove cheese from most meals to reduce saturated fat, use water instead of cooking oil for fewer calories, swap white potatoes for sweet potatoes for extra vitamin A, or even swap white rice\/pasta for brown\/whole-wheat versions for more fiber if your budget allows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blueberries.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_12_foods_you_should_have_every_day\"><\/span><strong>What are the 12 foods you should have every day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no scientifically proven list of specific foods that you should eat every day to maintain good health. However, if you\u2019re looking to make healthier choices, you should try to maintain a healthy and balanced diet. To do this, your plate should always contain the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu\/healthy-eating-plate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbohydrates &#8211; Whole grains are a great source of these and some examples of these include brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat, bulgur, and millet. These should only cover a quarter of your plate. You can also have some starchy vegetables for carbs such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, or winter squash.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein &#8211; The leaner the type of animal protein, the better it is for you. Plant proteins such as tofu, beans, and lentils are a cheaper, budget-friendly, and vegan\/vegetarian option. As with whole grains or starchy vegetables, these should also cover a quarter of the space on your plate. Fatty fish is also fantastic protein and a healthy fat inclusion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leafy greens, non-starchy vegetables, and fruit &#8211; These should cover the remaining half of your plate. The more colorful this half is, the better.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to drink water and stay active. Adopting a 2-week workout plan to lose 10 pounds can also help you shed the excess weight while eating healthily on a budget. Please note that this plan won\u2019t help you shed 10 pounds in just 2 weeks (this is highly unlikely), but it\u2019s a 2-week exercise plan that can help you lose this amount of weight over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_food_last_for_2_weeks\"><\/span><strong>How can I make food last for 2 weeks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storing food correctly is the best way to make food last for any period of time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always keep raw foods, especially meats, frozen.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooked foods should always be refrigerated.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw vegetables and fruits should be stored in appropriate containers and according to packaging instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_cheapest_way_to_get_protein\"><\/span><strong>What is the cheapest way to get protein?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing plant-based protein is the cheapest way to get this macronutrient into your diet. Canned fish and chicken and frozen chicken are also generally cheaper alternatives for animal protein than fresh fish, chicken, or beef.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_sweet_peppers_good_for_you\"><\/span><strong>Are sweet peppers good for you?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they are. These non-starchy vegetables are low in calories and rich in antioxidants that are good for your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_eating_healthy_be_cheap\"><\/span><strong>Can eating healthy be cheap?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As illustrated above, eating healthily can be cheap. You simply need to be a little strategic with your shopping habits.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2_week_meal_plan_on_a_budget\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making a 2-week meal plan on a budget is not as difficult as you might think. If you\u2019re armed with a proper grocery list and are willing to go bargain hunting, then you\u2019ve already won half the battle. Remember that budgeting and healthy eating are all about determination and dedication. If you put your mind to it, you can do it.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you were to take your rent out from your monthly budget, you may find that food is the second most expensive thing there &#8211; a fact that rings true for many families or even people who live alone. 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