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!

  • @corvett
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    22 years ago

    They’re $5 a doz at my Aldi

    • LUHG
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      32 years ago

      £3.55 for a dozen in the UK. That’s Tesco but not far off $5.

    • @jerd
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      22 years ago

      Damn. I’m in a major Midwest city. Are you in the New England area or the Pacific coast or something?

      • Gnothi
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        22 years ago

        Middle of New England here, eggs are $1.39 a dozen.