If you’re sick and tired of spending lots of money and time planning and cooking dinner each night, this Quick and Easy, Budget Friendly Vegetarian Meal Plan is for you! Keep a look out for a new one each week.
Budget Friendly Dinners
Grocery prices are insane right now, so I know I’m not the only one looking for ways to save money when I can. There’s still a few things I won’t cut corners on, but for the most part these days I try to buy the cheapest versions of our grocery staples that I can find.
30 Minute Dinners
Both my boys are in school now, and as much as I love my alone time, I still want to spend lots of time with them. Dinners that take 30 minutes or less to prepare make it so I’m not stuck in the kitchen all evening and I can spend more quality time with my family. I will try to keep all the recipes to 30 minutes, but may add some in that take a little longer, and then add some tips on ways to shorten them.
I hope you all can benefit from these meals and tips that I provide along with them! Enjoy and have a great week!
MONDAY
Serving Suggestions: Serve these butter noodles with a protein, like tofu and a side of vegetables. I would recommend this Easy Fried Tofu recipe and these Roasted Vegetables.
Budget Modifications: Sometimes you can get single croissants in the bakery section so you don’t have to buy a whole pack of them if you don’t want to. Bread can also be used instead of a croissant.
TUESDAY
Serving Suggestions: Serve with a side of fries and coleslaw or baked beans.
Budget Modifications: Use whatever toppings you have on hand.
WEDNESDAY
Serving Suggestions: Serve with rice or noodles and a side of egg rolls, dumplings or potstickers.
Budget Modifications: Use whatever vegetables you have on hand.
THURSDAY
Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
Serving Suggestions: Serve with a side of chips and dip, rice or a salad.
Budget Modifications: Use whatever toppings you have on hand.
FRIDAY
Baked Pesto Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes
Serving Suggestions: Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.
Budget Modifications: Chopped Roma tomatoes can be used instead of cherry tomatoes.
PRINTABLE INGREDIENT LIST
This can be printed off and used to figure out what you already have at home and what exactly you need to buy.
These are great recipes. I haven’t tried them all yet, but like the easy directions and simple ingredients.
I did make the burgers and they were delicious.
Thank you for making these easy recipes. I needed help with the vegan meals.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the burgers!!