8 Easy and Affordable Meals to Prep in Advance

Oats and bananas make this vegan baked oatmeal inexpensive. Blending them creates a breakfast cake-like batter.

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Adding plant-based protein options like chickpeas into your diet is a great way to reduce grocery costs.

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I like to whip up a big batch of soup, then portion it out for lunches and dinners for the week.

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Oats are such a high-fiber, budget-friendly and versatile ingredient to keep in your pantry.

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This prep-ahead bean salad with sun-dried tomatoes and artichokes will fill you up for lunch or dinner.

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Falafel is a great meal prep dish with cheap, tasty beans and grains.

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Prep this easy green lentil coconut curry and rice ahead of time for a quick weeknight dinner.

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Tofu is cheaper than chicken breasts, which are traditionally used for recipes like this.

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