I have a theory that there is a impossible trinity (like in economics), where a food cannot be delicious, cheap and healthy at the same time. At maximum 2 of the 3 can be achieved.

Is there any food that breaks this theory?

Edit: I was thinking more about dishes (or something you put in your mouth) than the raw substances

Some popular suggestions include

  • fruits (in season) and vegetables
  • lentils, beans, rice
  • mushrooms
  • chicken
  • just eat in moderation

Edit 2: Thanks for the various answers. Now there are a lot of (mostly bean-based) recipes for everyone to try out!

Also someone made a community for cheap healthy food after seeing this topic!

  • yunggwailo@kbin.social
    3·
    1 year ago

    Rice and beans, just be a little creative with preparation. Also you can make lots of soups that are cheap and healthy and its super easy to make too.

    • bananacles@kbin.social
      2·
      1 year ago

      My vote too.

      If you expand the format to rice + dried bean/legume/grain (e.g. lentils, quinoa), you can really expand your possibilities without breaking the bank.

    • barfplanet@lemmy.world
      1·
      1 year ago

      This.

      My rice and beans recipe is inspired by my mom’s, but updated a bit. It’s fast, healthy, and delicious. I add veggies to it, but whatever is around, so it’s a great way to use up something at risk of spoiling.