Cheap Vegetarian Meals: 10 Recipes Under $5 (Even on a Budget!)
Healthy eating doesn't have to be expensive

You’ve likely heard the common mantra that eating healthy is expensive. For many people, this deeply ingrained belief can be a barrier to making better food choices. The data suggests otherwise. A Harvard School of Public Health study found that in 2013, the premium of eating healthier was $1.50 per day. Adjusted for inflation, that is now closer to $2.105 per day. So for an extra $65 per month, you can fuel your body with the nutrients it needs. What’s more, by cutting out traditional protein sources like red meat and chicken, you could potentially wipe out that additional cost.
The WorkMoney team is committed to helping readers achieve their nutritional goals, as well as living on a budget that works for them.

Final Thoughts
Switching to a vegetarian diet, or continuing your meatless meals, is beneficial on multiple fronts. Both your wallet and your body will continue to thank you along the way. Eating well doesn’t have to be defined by others or hurt your wallet in the process.
About the Author

Brett Holzhauer
Brett Holzhauer is a Certified Personal Finance Counselor (CPFC) who has reported for outlets like CNBC Select, Forbes Advisor, LendingTree, UpgradedPoints, MoneyGeek and more throughout his career. He is an alum of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State. When he is not reporting, Brett is likely watching college football or traveling.