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Cheapeats was contacted by Masters In Healthcare who shared with us  their 100 Recession Recipes that are cheap and healthy. 

With so many people out of work or cutting back on spending, there’s never been a better time to learn some recipes that are not only healthy and delicious, but also pretty easy on the wallet as well. These recipes utilize ingredients that pack a whollop when it comes to vitamins, minerals and other nutritious ingredients, but rarely cost more than a few dollars to buy at the store. So the next time you’re looking to save while eating well, try out a few of these amazingly cheap and delicious recipes.

Breakfast

Start your day off on the right foot with these yummy budget meals.

1. Cabbage, Chickpea, and Chorizo Soup: Soup may not be your usual go-to for breakfast, but this one will help get you up and provide energy throughout the day– all at a budget price!
2. Quick Breakfast Taco: Simple scrambled eggs, salsa and cheese make up this hearty breakfast.
3. Whole Wheat Waffles: Served with fresh fruit, these whole wheat waffles turn a sugary dish into a healthy one and for about the same price to boot.
4. Egg and Salmon Sandwich: While the salmon in this recipe might cost you a bit, it’s well worth it to get the nutrients and energy it will give you throughout the day.
5. Classic Bran Muffins: Check out this recipe for this classic morning treat.
6. Banana Oat Bran Muffins: Spice up your bran muffins with a little banana, a cheap but tasty addition.
7. Almond Joy Oatmeal: Oatmeal is one of the cheapest and most nutritious things you can buy, so use this recipe to make the most of your morning meal.
8. Fruity Couscous: Never had couscous for breakfast? This recipe may inspire you to try it out.
9. Baked Oats: Try out this alternative to regular old oatmeal.
10. Citrus Berry Smoothie: With some cheap frozen fruit as the base, this smoothie is a tasty and inexpensive way to start the day.
11. Six Grain Crockpot Breakfast: Fire up that crockpot and head to the bulk section to pick up these incredibly healthy and budget-conscious grains.

Lunch

Cut back on spending by bringing one of these great recipes with you to work.

1. Golden Delight Egg Salad: This adaptation of a lunchtime classic will save you money and have you eating well.
2. California Veggie Wrap: Cut out the meat in your lunch and still enjoy a nutritious meal by using this recipe for a great veggie wrap.
3. Turkey Sloppy Joes: Made ahead at home, this recipe is a healthy way to enjoy a classic, and it won’t cost you a pretty penny.
4. Cuban Turkey Sandwiches: By using turkey, this recipe gets a healthy upgrade – and doesn’t sacrifice on taste, either.
5. Lunch Box Taco Salad: Enjoy an inexpensive and delicious lunch made from scratch with this recipe for a Mexican favorite.
6. Tuscan-Style Tuna Salad: Forget the boring tuna salad and try this recipe instead. The addition of white beans and cherry tomatoes won’t cost you much, but offers a whole lot of taste.
7. Tijuana Torta: Why go out for lunch when you can make this delicious and healthy sandwich at home?
8. Salmon Salad Bento Lunch: Using canned salmon helps reduce the cost of this meal, but doesn’t hurt it in terms of taste.
9. BBQ Chicken Sandwich: Got some leftover chicken? Mix it up with carrots and BBQ sauce and you’ve got a whole new tasty meal on your hands.
10. Chicken Curry Salad: If BBQ isn’t your thing, you can use that leftover chicken to make a healthy and delicious chicken curry salad instead.
11. Chicken, Artichoke and Rice Salad: Made in season, few ingredients in this dish will be expensive, letting you enjoy a healthy lunch for less.

Click to view all 100 recipes.  Thanks for sharing.

Happiness, $25 and under.

Tags: Almond Joy Oatmeal, Bran Muffins, cheapeats, Chickpeas, Masters In Health, Recession Recipes, Waffles

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