Cheap, Inexpensive - 11 High Protein Foods That You Should Be Eating!
For those who want something cheap, inexpensive but yet high in protein, you came to the right blog post. Today, I'm going to disclose the cheapest protein sources you can purchase without hurting your bank.
These foods are great for regular people, athletes, and bodybuilders. All foods listed below contain high levels of proteins and nutrients, making it a viable option to nourish your body.
If you go about these foods, you'll help your body become healthier, stronger, and much more durable. Replace your junk food, fast foods, and sugary foods and beverages with these top 11 foods, and always drink water - no sodas or anything that is sugary.
1) EGGS - 6 Grams of Protein
- Eggs are high in protein, low in calories, and very reliable. You cannot go wrong with Eggs. They're high in nutrients, ideal for bodybuilding, and can be eaten at any time of the day.
- Protein: 6 Grams for ONE Large EGG
- Price: The average price of $2 to $4 per dozen.
- can be used for cutting or bulking/both.
2) Canned TUNA
Canned Tuna - Ahh, one of the most basic protein sources for bodybuilders. It's cheap, reliable, easy to consume, and low in calories - making it an ideal food to go about for recovery, pre and post-workout, and just to fill in your quota.
- Canned Tuna is cheaper than most high-quality fish such as Salmon...
- Price: Average price of $2 to $4 per dozen.
- Protein: 20 grams of high-quality protein
3) Plain Greek Yogurt
Yogurt is good. Who doesn't like yogurt? It's versatile. You can add almost anything to it, making it a better meal to go about when it comes to nutrition because you can add fruits, seeds, nuts, berries, etc. Yogurt is also helpful for your gut, health and contains high protein, and can be low in calories...
- Protein: 8-ounce (224-gram) serving provides around 17 grams of protein
- "Look for brands with a “live and active cultures” label, which means that the yogurt contains beneficial probiotics that can improve gut health and even help you lose weight "
- Price: 24 ounces (680 grams) of plain Greek yogurt costs about $5.
4) Sunflower SEEDS | Pumpkin Seeds
Vegan friendly. High in Protein. Powerhouse food - contains a lot of good vital nutrients.
- Protein: ONE OUNCE contains ~ 6 Grams of Plant-based protein.
- Price: They can be purchased for around $2 per pound (454 grams) at most stores, and can be added to salads or yogurt parfaits, as well as used as a crunchy topping for many dishes.
Pumpkin Seeds
- 7 Grams of Protein
- $3 per pound (448 grams).
5) Black Beans
Who doesn't love beans? You cannot go wrong with beans. Filled with protein, fiber, carbs and other nutrients - it's a great option to go about when feeding. (vegan friendly)
- Protein: On average, a 15-ounce (455-gram) can costs around $1 in most stores.
- Price: On average, a 15-ounce (455-gram) can costs around $1 in most stores.
- "Diets rich in beans have been shown to reduce hunger and increase fullness"
- They can be added to dishes like chili, soups, and salads to provide a powerful punch of plant-based protein.
6) Cottage Cheese
To be quite frank, I'm not a big fan of cottage cheese myself, but it's quite ideal and healthy to go about.
- Protein: One cup (210 grams) of full-fat cottage cheese provides over 23 grams of protein and only 206 calories.
- "The high protein content of cottage cheese makes it an excellent choice for athletes and people looking to build muscle mass."
- Price: 3 per 16-ounce (452-gram) tub.
7) Whey Protein
If you aren't using whey protein, you're missing out. Inexpensive, easy to use, and versatile. Can be added to almost anything, can get in your protein quick, fast and it's reliable for athletes and bodybuilders.
- Protein: one scoop (28 grams) of whey protein powder provides an impressive 20 grams of protein
- convenient and affordable way to boost your protein intake.
- Price: On average, a serving of whey protein costs just $0.40.
8) Lentils
Very nutritious, affordable, a great source of protein and it's vegan friendly.
- Protein: plant-based protein, with one cup (198 grams) providing 18 grams
- Price: around $1.50 per pound
9) OATS
Oats - are one of the oldest food sources that athletes and bodybuilders utilize. It's cheap, high in nutrients, and packs a punch!
- Protein: A 1/2-cup (78-gram) serving provides 13 grams of protein
- Price: around $1.30 per pound (453 grams).
10) Ground Turkey
Ground beef, turkey, or any types of meat is always good to consume. High in protein, can be inexpensive (depending on quality), easy to cook, and healthy for the body.
- Protein: Turkey is lean, low-calorie meat but is very high in protein and nutrients. In fact, a three-ounce (28-gram) serving provides 23 grams of highly absorbable protein and only 195 calories
- Price: The average cost for one pound (448 grams) of ground turkey varies from $3 to $7.
11) Peanut Butter
Regular OL' Peanut butter can get the job done! High in protein, cost-friendly, and versatile. Can be added to almost anything! yogurt, oatmeal, etc.
- Protein: Two-tablespoon serving of this creamy nut butter provides 8 grams of protein
- Price: $2.50 per 16-ounce (454-gram) jar.
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