Beans, peas and lentils cost about ⅓ of the price per ounce compared to ground meat.

You could spend $6.00 on a pound of meat, or $2.00 on 32 ounces of canned beans full of fiber and protein.

Beans, peas, and lentils come dried or canned. Both forms are budget-friendly.

Dried will cost less.

Canned are already cooked and can be a quick and easy addition to any meal.