Need More Protein? Here are 5 Cheap Sources

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Dan J
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Protein is a crucial nutrient that our bodies need to grow and repair, but you don’t have to buy expensive cuts of meat or protein shakes to get enough protein. Here are five cheap and simple sources of protein that you can start eating today.

Sunflower Seeds

Just one ounce of sunflower seeds contains six grams of vegan-friendly protein, as well as Vitamin E and magnesium. Costing only around $2 per pound, this is a cost-effective way to get protein in your diet.

Black Beans

Costing only about $1 for 15 ounces, black beans are packed full of protein and fiber. Add them to a chili or a salad and get a massive protein boost.

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WHAT'S IN THE BOTTOM OF YOUR FRIDGE? ONE POT SMOKEY POTATO AND BLACK BEAN CHILLI *VEGAN RECIPE WITHOUT TOPPING WITH SOUR CREAM* DINNER SERVES 4 DIFFICULTY – EASY INGREDIENTS  SWEET POTATO  BLACK BEANS BELL PEPPER ONION CORIANDER CUMIN PAPRIKA GROUND CORIANDER GARLIC PASSATA STOCK GOOD QUALITY COFFEE  TORTILLA CHIPS METHOD:  IN A SKILLET OR OVEN SAFE PAN, PLACE CUBES OF SWEET POTATO AND THE DRY SPICES. MIX WELL AND PLACE IN THE OVEN FOR 20 MINUTES. CHOP AN ONION AND A PEPPER INTO LARGE CHUNKS AND ADD THIS TO THE SKILLET FOR A FURTHER 20 MINUTES. ADD PASSATA, A SHOT OF GOOD QUALITY COFFEE, STOCK AND GARLIC AND LEAVE TO SIMMER. TOP WITH SOUR CREAM, HOT SAUCE AND CORIANDER AND SERVE WITH RICE/TORTILLA CHIPS OR A JACKET POTATO.

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Peanut Butter

Rich in protein and costing only around $2.50 per 16 ounces, peanut butter is a cheap and effective way to slip protein into your diet.

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Eggs

Along with vitamins, minerals and healthy fats, eggs are full of protein. Costing only between $2-$4 per dozen, eating eggs daily will ensure strong amounts of protein.

Plain Greek Yogurt

Oddly enough, yogurt is an excellent source of protein. Greek yogurt is a versatile option that can be eaten plain, whipped up into a tasty dip, or sweetened with honey and lemon.