Welcome to Plant-Based on a Budget
Plant-Based on a Budget is a resource designed to make plant-based eating affordable, approachable, and absolutely delicious. I started it in 2012 to answer a simple question: Can you eat plant-based without spending a fortune? The answer is a big, flavorful YES.
Today, you’ll find over 1,000 budget-friendly vegan recipes here, along with free meal plans and practical cooking tips. My mission is to prove that nutritious, satisfying meals don’t require expensive ingredients, fancy equipment, or hours in the kitchen.
Want to know more about me and how this all started? Read my story.
2012
Sharing budget-friendly recipes since
1,000+
Vegan recipes on the site
2 Million+
People following along on social media
4
Cookbooks
How I Create My Recipes
I develop my recipes based on what’s on sale, what my audience is looking for, and what’s growing in my garden. Every recipe is tested by everyday home cooks, including students, parents, seniors, and families just like yours.
My recipes are:
Why Trust Plant-Based on a Budget?
Award-winning cookbooks: The Plant-Based on a Budget cookbook was named VegNews’ Cookbook of the Year and was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist, and Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy made the Publishers Weekly bestsellers list when it came out in March 2023.
As seen in: The New York Times, CBS News, NPR, NBC News, CNBC Select, Cheddar TV, What the Health on Netflix, and more.
15+ years of experience: Teaching others how to eat well on a budget using practical strategies that work.
Community-driven: Every recipe is tested by everyday home cooks, so you know it works in a real kitchen like yours.
What Readers Are Saying
★★★★★
“This was so delicious and satisfying! … I will be adding this into the rotation!”
Lori, on my Pumpkin Curry with Tofu
★★★★★
“I am plant based and my partner is a meat eater and we both really enjoyed this meal.”
Lynn, on my Vegan Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
★★★★★
“Best vegetable soup I’ve ever made. A new favourite for Meatless Mondays.”
A reader, on my Barley and Bean Soup
What You’ll Find Here
- Budget-friendly plant-based recipes: 30-minute meals, pantry staples, one-pot meals, and comfort food made affordable and easy.
- Meal plans on a budget: Organized, fuss-free weekly plans with grocery lists and batch-cooking tips.
- Money-saving strategies: Smart shopping guides, bulk-buying hacks, and tips to reduce food waste.
- Beginner-friendly content: Whether you’re plant-curious, vegan for health, or just trying to save money, you’re in the right place.
- Vegan meal prep tips: Learn how to plan, prep, and cook efficiently, even when you’re short on time.
Alongside popular recipes like Vegan Lasagna, Chickpea Tuna Salad, Avocado Pesto Pasta, and Coconut Curry, you’ll also find recipe collections like vegan soups and vegan Thanksgiving recipes.
If you’re loving my recipes and would like a more comprehensive resource, check out my cookbooks!
New Here? Start With These
- Start with some favorite simple recipes like Lentil Tacos, Lentil Potato Soup, Vegan Blueberry Banana Muffins, or Edamame Salad.
- Use my free meal plans to help build your vegan meal prep and shopping routine.
- Check out my cookbooks, especially if you prefer printed recipes in the kitchen.
- Sign up for my newsletter to get meal ideas every week.
If You’re a Plant-Based Recipe Pro
- Listen to the Plant-Powered People Podcast, where we share the stories of folks like you who’ve embraced plant-based living.
- Visit my other blog, Food Sharing Vegan, for even more delicious, share-worthy plant-based recipes.
Plant-Based on a Budget FAQs
Yes! With the right shopping and cooking strategies, plant-based meals can be very affordable. Staples like beans, rice, oats, frozen veggies, and pasta cost very little, and they’re super versatile.
No worries! It’s not all or nothing. Even a few plant-based dinners a week can have a big impact on your health and the health of our planet. Take it one meal at a time.
Time-saving recipes and meal prep guides are a big part of what I share. From 15-minute meals to batch-cooked staples, you’ll find practical ways to make healthy eating fit your schedule.
Absolutely. Whether you’re cutting back on meat for health, budget, or the planet, you’ll find tons of recipes and tips to support your journey. No judgment. Just good food.
Try my beginner-friendly meal plans. They’re totally free and perfect for easing into plant-based eating without stress.
Let’s Stay Connected
Sign up for my newsletter for weekly tips, and follow along on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Pinterest. Have a question I haven’t answered? I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks for being here! Let’s make plant-based eating work for your real life.
