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!

  • Temple Square@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Late to the party, but lately I’ve been addicted to microwavable broccoli florets (just the leafy part, not the stalks) covered in sharp cheddar cheese.

    My brain has learned to think it’s cheese fries. But it’s broccoli.