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I often get asked how to save money on meat. Meat can be very expensive, and one of the best ways to save is to eat less meat! Here are some great real food recipes that are not meat-based.
Some slight modifications are needed to make the recipes count as “real food.” I included the modifications with the recipes.
*These prices are based off of averages and are subject to change weekly
Shrimp, Corn, and Avocado Salad with Cumin-Lime Dressing – Recipe
Shrimp, $4.97-$9.99 lb (Publix, Winn-Dixie, Lowe’s, HEB)
Corn, $1-$2.14 (Lowe’s, Bi-Lo) 37% off 12 ct. (Commissary)
Romaine Lettuce, 88¢ head of lettuce (Ingles)
Avocado, 33¢-$1 ea. (Kroger, H-E-B)
Grape Tomatoes, Organic Grape 10 oz. (Kroger)
(9 Points Plus)
Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche – Recipe
Pie Crust, (recipe to make your own)
Part Skim Ricotta Cheese, 32 oz $3.50, (Winn-Dixie, Kroger)
Eggs, $2-$4.99 per dozen (Publix, Wal Mart, Food Lion, Whole Foods)
Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Cabot Cheddar Bar, 8 oz, $2.50 (Harris Teeter)
Frozen Broccoli, 98¢-$2 lb (Lowe’s, Bi-Lo, Publix)
(6 Points Plus)
Roasted Baby Red Potatoes With Rosemary – Recipe
Red Potatoes, 5 lb, $2.14-$2.99 (Publix, Winn-Dixie, Food Lion, Harvey’s)
Rosemary (pantry)
Olive Oil, $3.09-$3.99 (Walmart, Sweeetbay, Winn-Dixie, Ingles, Harris Teeter, Earth Fare)
(3 Points Plus)
Super-Easy Slow Cooker Three-Bean Chili – Recipe
Onion, 3lb, $2 (Sweetbay, Lowe’s)
Black Beans (pantry)
Pinto Beans, 69¢-99¢ (Food City, Bi-Lo)
Kidney Beans (pantry
Frozen Corn, $1-$2.14 (Lowe’s, Bi-Lo) 37% off 12 ct. (Commissary)
Seasoning mix (recipe to make your own)
(7 Points Plus)
Southwestern Black Bean , Quinoa, and Mango Medley – Recipe
Black Beans (pantry)
Quinoa, $3.99 lb (Earthfare, Trader Joes)
Mango, 33¢-$1 ea. (almost everywhere)
Lime (pantry)
Onion, 3 lb, $2 (Sweetbay, Lowe’s)
(4 Points Plus)
Feta-and-Veggie Stuffed Zucchini – Recipe
Zucchini, $1.29-$1.49 lb (Winn-Dixie, Bi-Lo)
Tomatoes, On the Vine, $1.28 lb (Kroger)
Mushrooms, 9 oz, $1.99 (Lowes Foods)
Shallots (or use onions)
Ranch Dressing (recipe to make your own)
(4 Points Plus)
California Club Wrap – Recipe
Tortillas, $1.49-$2.99 (H-E-B, Winn-Dixie, Harris Teeter)
Hummus, Mountain Valley $2.99 (Ingles)
Watercress (or substitute spinach)
Cucumber, 33¢-$1.48 ea. (Ingles, Food City, Winn-Dixie, Harvey’s, H-E-B)
(3 Points Plus)
Strawberry Oatmeal – Recipe
Strawberries, $2.48-$3 lb (Kroger, Publix, Winn-Dixie, Kroger, Harvey’s)
Old Fashioned Oats, $1-$3 (Kroger, Publix)
Honey instead of sugar (pantry)
Low Fat Milk, $2.50-$3.99 (Ingles, Bi-Lo)
(7 Points Plus)
Breakfast Veggie Casserole – Recipe
Onion, 3lb, $2 (Sweetbay, Lowe’s)
Zucchini, $1.29-$1.49 lb (Winn-Dixie, Bi-Lo)
Mexican Shredded Cheese, 14 oz, $6.99 (Publix)
Egg, $2-$4.99 per dozen (Publix, Wal Mart, Food Lion, Whole Foods)
(5 Points Plus)
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