Why it works: Perfect for clients watching their grocery spend—this approach uses versatile, low‑cost staples (rice, beans, eggs), seasonal produce, and batch‑cooking to stretch every dollar without sacrificing taste or nutrition.
Sample Day (Day 1)
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Breakfast: Vegetable‑packed frittata made with eggs, frozen mixed veggies, and shredded cheese
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Lunch: Rice and black bean burrito bowl with salsa and shredded lettuce
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Snack: Popcorn seasoned with a pinch of salt and nutritional yeast
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Dinner: One‑pot chicken and vegetable stew over brown rice
Grocery Highlights
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Eggs, frozen mixed vegetables, shredded cheese
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Brown rice, canned black beans, salsa, lettuce
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Popcorn kernels, nutritional yeast
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Chicken thighs, seasonal vegetables (carrots, potatoes, celery), low‑sodium broth
