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!

  • @ChickenLadyLovesLifeEnglish
    1•1 year ago

    Celeriac (celery root - you can also use zucchini instead) fritters. Shred celeriac, carrots, onions and peppers, mix with salt and let sit, then squeeze out the water using cheese cloth. Mix in an egg, a small handful of flour, roasted and/or black garlic and some pepper. Form into balls and deep fry until the outside is golden brown and crispy, then drain on a rack or paper towel (you can also form into patties and pan fry them, same flavor but missing the solidity and the crunchy shell).

    Very cheap (it’s basically just vegetables and an egg) and very low-calorie and IMHO much more delicious than french fries.