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!

  • andrei_chiffa@lemmy.worldEnglish
    4·
    1 year ago

    Yes - generally beans are both healthy (33% protein, 33% fiber, 33% carbs), cheap (dried or in cans), and can be pretty tasty, even out of cans, but if not with eggs, as part of a soup (tomatoes + grain + spices + veggies).

    • taj@lemmy.worldEnglish
      3·
      1 year ago

      Agreed. Beans can easily be dressed up and made delicious with just a few spices for very cheap, and are very healthy.

    • Sunforged@lemmy.worldEnglish
      1·
      1 year ago

      Ful medames @nijntjefan@lemmy.world look up a recipe, and tweak to your liking.

      Honestly if you want cheap, delicious and healthy look outside of western cuisine. The middle east, south Africa and Asia all know how to grub down.