At Sustainable Action Now, we’re always on the lookout for creative ways to align eco-conscious living with real-life practicality. If you’re looking to eat cleaner, greener, and leaner on your wallet, then get ready to meet your new favorite weeknight solution: Frugal Feasts by Food with Feeling — a delicious, plant-based, budget-friendly meal plan that proves sustainable eating doesn’t have to come with a high price tag.
🌱 Sustainable Eating, Simplified
Groceries are expensive — there’s no dancing around it. But this new meal plan takes a thoughtful and resourceful approach to help families navigate tight budgets without compromising taste or nutrition. With five easy-to-make vegetarian dinners coming in at less than $3 per serving, it’s a game-changer for anyone looking to cut food costs while making choices that are good for the planet.
Every meal in the plan is not just meat-free, but also designed with affordability and prep efficiency in mind. You’ll also get a customizable shopping list that keeps your total grocery cost under $60 for the week — about $2.50 to $3 per portion.
📋 Check out more affordable, plant-based ideas in our Recipes section
🥗 This Week’s Frugal Feast Menu
Here’s what’s cooking this week — five wholesome, high-protein vegetarian meals that can easily fit into your busy lifestyle:
1. Vegetarian Enchiladas
A crowd-pleaser that’s endlessly customizable. Stuffed with hearty veggies and plant-based protein, topped with enchilada sauce and cheese — it’s comfort food with a healthy twist.
💡 Prep tip: Chop veggies the night before and assemble the enchiladas in minutes on Monday night.
2. Honey Garlic Tofu
Fast, flavorful, and seriously addictive. This dish brings that sweet-salty punch to your weeknight table. Pair it with rice and a side of steamed broccoli for a balanced bowl.
💡 Money-saver tip: Buy frozen broccoli to save time and stretch your dollar.
3. Roasted Potato, Chickpea & Cauliflower Bowls
This one’s all about earthy flavor and texture. Roasted veggies meet crispy chickpeas in a protein-packed bowl that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing.
💡 Time-saver: Pre-chop the cauliflower and potatoes midweek to simplify Wednesday cooking.
4. High-Protein “Marry Me” Butter Beans
This creamy, dreamy bean-based dish is as rich as it is filling — and incredibly easy to whip up. It’s packed with plant protein and tastes like something you’d expect from a gourmet vegan restaurant.
💡 Swap tip: Can’t find butter beans? Chickpeas make a great, affordable stand-in.
5. Mushroom and Pea Risotto
End the week with something fancy-but-easy. Creamy arborio rice, sautéed mushrooms, and sweet peas come together in a meal that feels indulgent without the price tag.
💡 Frugal twist: Buy arborio rice in bulk, or swap in short-grain rice for an even thriftier option.
🍫 Bonus Treat: Chocolate Chip Vegan Muffins
Don’t forget dessert (or breakfast)! These one-bowl muffins are plant-based, foolproof, and make the perfect grab-and-go snack.
📦 Meal Prep Pro Tip: Invest in stackable glass containers to portion out meals for the week. Not only does it reduce food waste, but it keeps your fridge organized and your mind at ease.
🥣 Breakfast on a Budget
Meal prep isn’t just for dinner! Here are a few wallet-friendly plant-based breakfast ideas to keep your mornings simple and sustainable:
- One-Pan Baked Oatmeal
- English Muffin Veggie Sandwiches
- Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- Breakfast Veggie Bowls
🌍 Explore more eco-conscious recipes here
Why This Matters
Eating plant-based is one of the most effective personal actions we can take to reduce our environmental footprint. But it’s not always easy — or affordable. Frugal Feasts bridges that gap with real-world solutions: meals that are low-cost, low-waste, and high in flavor and nutrition.
This is sustainability in action — no preaching, no pressure, just simple, delicious ways to live better and more intentionally.
📲 Want more? Follow along on Instagram all week for how-to videos, prep hacks, and more behind-the-scenes tips from the Frugal Feasts kitchen.
💬 Have ideas or recipes to share? We want to hear from you! Send us your suggestions for sustainable meals that don’t break the bank.
Eat smart. Live green. Spend less. That’s Sustainable Action Now.