15 Budget Family Meals to Help Lower Your Grocery Bill

Trim your grocery bill without compromising on flavor with these 15 budget-friendly family meals that offer deliciousness without breaking the bank. From hearty casseroles to satisfying soups, creative pasta dishes, and nutritious grain bowls, these recipes are designed to provide wholesome meals without straining your wallet. Whether you’re feeding a large family or looking to save on food costs, these budget-conscious recipes will help you enjoy tasty and nutritious meals while keeping your expenses in check. Embrace the art of smart meal planning and savor the satisfaction of feeding your family well without overspending.

Pasta Sauce from any Vegetables

This unique carrot pasta sauce is made by caramelizing root vegetables and combining them with tangy mustard, lemon juice, and creamy sour cream, resulting in a sweet and savory dish that is both filling and flavorful, and is sure to be a standout addition to any dinner table.

Recipe: carrot pasta sauce

Cream Soup from Leftover Veggies

Looking for a delicious, creamy, and healthy vegan soup? This cauliflower and potato soup is the perfect choice. With a velvety texture and no dairy needed, it’s a great option for anyone looking for a comforting and easy meal.

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Recipe: cauliflower soup

Chili with Beans

This chili recipe is packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients like vegetables, legumes, and grains. It’s a satisfying and hearty dish that’s both easy to make and good for you.

Recipe: chili

Gnocchi

Making gnocchi is super easy especially if you make them with sweet potatoes. No special ingredients are needed, only pantry staples.

Recipe: sweet potato gnocchi

Grilled Sandwich with Leftovers from Fridge

Prepare for the ultimate comfort food experience with our Triple Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Indulge in the melty, gooey goodness of three different types of cheese, sandwiched between golden, buttery bread, resulting in a crispy exterior and a cheesy, satisfying interior that will make every bite a delight.

Recipe: triple grilled cheese sandwich

Rice Casserole with any Leftover Vegetables

This is one of the quickest and easiest Mexican-style rice casserole recipes with lots of beans and sweet corn in a spicy tomato-based sauce. You can make it in 30 minutes.

Recipe: mexican rice casserole

Soups with Pasta and Beans

This minestrone soup is a comforting and hearty bowl of goodness. Loaded with vegetables, legumes, and pasta, it is a perfect low cost meal.

Recipe: minestrone soup

Leftover Vegetable Stew

The best thing that can happen to leftover vegetables is to turn them into a hearty and filling stew. It is the perfect dinner recipe when you are hungry but low on budget.

Recipe: vegetable stew

Curry with Frozen Vegetables

This vegetable korma recipe is a cheap and easy way to make a flavorful Indian dish that is loaded with vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas. With its creamy and aromatic sauce, it is a perfect choice for a healthy and delicious dinner that everyone will love.

Recipe: vegetable korma

Vegetable Bean Goulash

Indulge in the flavors of Hungary with this hearty vegetarian goulash soup made with beans and vegetables. This traditional recipe has been passed down through generations and can be made in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect comforting and healthy meal for any weeknight.

Recipe: vegetarian goulash soup

Soups with Legumes

For a light and delicious soup that you can whip up and have ready in just 20 minutes, escarole soup does the trick! This one-pot soup is simple to make and does not require any complicated equipment or ingredients. It is both flavorful and filling, creating a perfect addition to your lunch or dinner table!

Recipe: escarole soup

Oven-Baked Fries

If you love fries and want less fat, then oven fries are the way to go. They are easy to make, if you follow some simple rules.

Recipe: oven baked fries

Instant Pot Lentils & Rice (Mujadara)

Instant Pot Lentils & Rice (Mujadara) is the perfect healthy vegan meal. Lentils and rice cooked with fragrant spices and topped with caramelized onions. You will love this one-pot version where you don’t have to cook lentils and rice separately. This dish is also budget friendly and nutritious.

Recipe: mujadara

Baked Potato

This Healthy Vegan Baked Potato is stuffed with the tastiest vegetables like spinach and mushrooms. It’s easy, healthy and makes the ultimate comfort food. This Healthy Loaded Vegan Baked Potato is perfect for any occasion.

Recipe: baked potato

Spicy Tomato Soup

Fresh lettuce leaves, sweet and tangy tahini sauce, and crispy falafel in pita bread are how to make the best falafel sandwich. We show you how easy it is to make this popular Middle Eastern vegetarian street food from scratch and from the comfort of your home.

Recipe: tomato soup