Budget-Friendly Grocery Must-Haves
It's easy to go over on your grocery budget. Stick to these versatile, affordable items and you'll satisfy your taste buds and your budget!
Affordable Breakfast Foods
Conquer cravings and your budget with the most important meal of the day! Not only are these breakfast foods affordable from the get-go, but thanks to their dense nutrient profile, they also keep you full longer.
Rolled Oats
This whole grain is full of fiber for long-lasting energy. Make overnight oats to simplify your a.m. routine or take just a few minutes in the morning to prepare a hearty, warm breakfast. A bowl of oats is the perfect blank canvas for tasty toppings—sweeten it up with fresh fruit and nuts, or go savory with eggs and sautéed veggies.
Eggs
Packed with protein and a variety of vitamins like Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D, eggs are a breakfast no-brainer. Scrambled, fried or boiled—eggs can be eaten by themselves, piled onto toast or baked with veggies for a well-balanced breakfast.
Low-Fat Milk
Whether you’re making a bowl of cereal, mixing up a smoothie or just pouring yourself an ice-cold glass, opt for low-fat milk in your morning meals. Loaded with calcium, protein and Vitamin D, milk has the nutrients to support healthy bones and teeth.
Greek Yogurt
Starting the day with yogurt will make your belly happy. Not only does it taste delicious, but it’s also full of probiotics that support a healthy gut and immune system. Customize with your favorite fresh fruit for an extra boost of flavor and nutrition.
Natural Peanut Butter
Made with just one simple ingredient—peanuts—Schnucks Natural Peanut Butter is an affordable way to power up with extra protein. Dollop onto oatmeal, spread on a banana or schmear onto whole-wheat toast for an invigorating addition to breakfast.
Apples
An apple a day may not really keep the doctor away, but it does boast plenty of nutritious benefits such as Vitamin C and fiber. Great for on-the-go grazing and delicious when sliced and cooked with a pinch of cinnamon, apples are an ideal companion for yogurt, oatmeal or peanut butter toast.
Bananas
The benefits of bananas are … well, bananas. This tasty fruit packs fiber, potassium and B-vitamins into a convenient and affordable package that makes for a great grab-and-go breakfast on its own or topped with nut butter. Bananas are also delicious when sliced onto your morning cereal or toast.
Avocado
An excellent source of fiber and full of healthy fats, avocados are nutritional powerhouses that provide for some truly nourishing noshing. Smash and spread onto whole-wheat toast, chop and fold into an omelet or blend into a smoothie to add some extra substance to your morning meal.
Put An Egg on It
Whether served over toast, stuffed into a sandwich or placed atop a bowl of ramen, eggs are a nutritious thrifty kitchen staple.
Spilling the Beans
Trying to eat healthy on a budget? Beans are here to save the day—because nothing is better than beans when it comes to being budget-friendly and high in protein!
Flavorful Ramen
View All RecipesShake up your week with these flavorful ramen upgrades that will satisfy your taste buds AND go easy on the wallet.
Grandma Knows Best
Feeling nostalgic? Us too! Not only are these dishes made with love and care, but Grandma also knows how to pack in the flavor on a budget. Create new memories with these timeless favorites.
