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Budget Whole30 Meals - Gluten-free, dairy-free, EASY meals that can feed a family of 7 for under $20!

Here are some Budget Whole30 Meals I feed my large family. All of these can feed a family of 7 for under $20! That means that all of these are a full meal (not just entree) for less than $3 per person. Eating healthy can be affordable!

Keep in mind, all of the prices are based on the current prices at my local NorCal Walmart. I cannot tell you how much these meals will cost YOU, based on prices in your area. But, hopefully they will still inspire you. Also, organic/free-range/etc. products are not factored into these prices. Though ideal, not everyone can afford them, especially if they are on a tight budget.

All of these recipes are Whole30 compatible. That means they are also gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free. I tried whenever possible to offer nut-free and egg-free options as well. New to Whole30? Learn more about the Whole30 program here. 

My Budget Whole30 Approved Cookbook

Many of these recipes are a sample from my cookbook Whole Food for Your Family, which has 100+ budget- and family-friendly recipes. Want more Budget Whole30 Meals? You can learn more or grab a copy of my cookbook HERE!

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Budget Whole30 Meals:

Blackened Chicken with Kale Salad and roasted potatoes with Homemade Ranch = $16.33 total, $2.33 per serving

  • Blackened Chicken = $6.18
    • 6 spices = $0.22
    • 2 pounds chicken breast = $5.96
  • Roasted Potatoes = $3.94
    • 3 pounds potatoes = $3.78
    • Olive oil + salt = $0.16
  • Kale Salad = $3.87
    • Large bunch of kale = $1.28
    • Mix-ins (Broccoli slaw, sunflower seeds, raisins) = $1.97
    • Homemade dressing = $0.62
  • Homemade Ranch for dipping = $2.34

 

Taco Salad = $19.54 total, $2.79 per serving

 

Out-N-In Bites, Breaded Potato Wedges, and Fruit = $19.96 total, $2.85 per serving

  • Out-N-In Bites = $14.84
    • Ground beef, 2.25 pounds = $10.28
    • Veggies = $2.06
    • Homemade secret sauce = $2.16
  • Breaded Potato Wedges (Double Batch; in my Cookbook, page 227 OR use my Garlic Fries for a similar price) = $3.50
    • Russet Potatoes – $1.42
    • Eggs – $0.52
    • Compatible flour – $1.20
    • Seasonings – $0.36
  • Fruit, 2 pounds on sale = $1.98

 

Tuna Taco Fritters, Cilantro Salsa Slaw, Cilantro Lime Ranch, and Fruit = $19.17 total, $2.74 per serving

  • Taco Tuna Fritters (triple batch) = $8.22
    • Sweet potatoes = $1.92
    • 3 cans tuna = $2.34
    • Eggs = $1.56
    • Flour + seasoning = $1.85
    • Oil = $0.55
  • Cilantro Salsa Slaw = $7.36
    • Coleslaw = $1.98
    • Pico de Gallo = $2.59
    • Avocado = $1.55
    • Cilantro Ranch = $0.97
    • Jalapeno = $0.28
  • Extra Cilantro Lime Ranch, for dipping = $1.94
  • Apples = $1.63

 

Hash Brown Waffles with BBQ Chicken and Ranch = $19.36 total, $2.77 per serving

  • BBQ Chicken (page 146 of my cookbook) = $9.51
    • 2.5 pounds chicken breast = $7.35
    • 2 cups homemade BBQ Sauce = $2.16
  • Hash Brown Waffles (triple batch) = $8.46
    • Frozen hash browns = $4.03
    • Eggs = $2.34
    • Oil = $1.01
    • Seasonings = $1.07
  • Toppings

 

Budget Beef Stew with Side Salad or fruit = $20 total, $2.85

  • Budget Beef Stew = $16.06
    • Ground beef, 2 pounds = $9.00
    • Potatoes = $0.97
    • Carrots = $0.33
    • Cauliflower = $2.76
    • Broth = $1.68
    • Seasonings = $0.56
  • Use remaining amount for side salad or fruit = $3.94

 

Creamy Jalapeño Chicken, Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice, and Cilantro Salsa Slaw = $19.67 total, $2.81 per serving

  • Creamy Jalapeño Chicken (double batch, in my Cookbook page 133) = $9.36
    • 2 pounds chicken breast = $5.96
    • Coconut milk = $1.12
    • Jalapeños = $0.84
    • Seasonings = $1.44
  • Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice = $2.96
    • Cauliflower rice = $2.12
    • Seasonings = $0.84
  • Cilantro Salsa Slaw = $7.36
    • Coleslaw = $1.98
    • Pico de Gallo = $2.59
    • Avocado = $1.55
    • Cilantro Ranch = $0.97
    • Jalapeno = $0.28

 

Italian Toss and Bake Chicken, Spiralized Potato “Noodles” and Side Caesar Salad = $18.73 total, $2.68 per person

  • Italian Toss & Bake Chicken (in my Cookbook, page 130) = $8.20
    • Chicken breast, 2 pounds = $5.94
    • Almond flour = $1.96
    • Spices = $0.40
  • Spiralized Russet Potato “Noodles” = $4.20
    • Russet potatoes, 2 lbs = $2.08
    • Olive oil = $0.16
    • Marinara = $1.96
  • Side Caesar Salad = $6.33
    • Homemade Caesar Dressing (my Cookbook, page 204) = $6.33
    • Nuts & Seeds = $1.10
    • Avocado = $1.08
    • Lettuce = $1.98

 

Chicken Stir Fry = $19.33 total, $2.67 per serving

  • Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, 12oz (in my Cookbook, page 148) = $4.36
    • Coconut aminos = $2.13
    • Basalmic vinegar = $0.43
    • Orange juice = $0.28
    • Date paste = $0.87
    • Potato starch = $0.15
    • Spices = $0.16
  • Chicken and Stir Fry Veggies = $9.00
    • Chicken breast, 2 pounds = $5.96
    • Frozen veggies, 24oz = $2.88
    • Oil = $0.16
  • Cauliflower Rice = $3.98
  • Fruit that’s on sale = $1.99 

 

Chicken Confetti Nuggets with Broccoli Salad and Fries = $19.75 total, $2.82 per serving

  • Confetti Chicken Nuggets (Double Batch; in my Cookbook, page 86 OR use my Chicken Zucchini Nuggets for a similar price) = $8.50
    • Ground Chicken – $5.82
    • Steamed Veggies – $1.96
    • Compatible flour – $0.46
    • Seasonings – $0.26
  • Broccoli Salad (also in my Cookbook, page 215) = $7.75
    • Broccoli Florets – $2.81
    • Broccoli Slaw – $0.42
    • Grapes – $0.73
    • Almonds – $0.72
    • Raisins – $0.41
    • Mayo – $1.23
    • Date Paste – $1.31
    • Red wine vinegar – $0.12
  • Breaded Potato Wedges (Double Batch; in my Cookbook, page 227 OR use my Garlic Fries for a similar price) = $3.50
    • Russet Potatoes – $1.42
    • Eggs – $0.52
    • Compatible flour – $1.20
    • Seasonings – $0.36

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