Tips to save money, time and waste

Use frozen and tinned vegetables

Frozen veg and fruit is picked and frozen at peak ripeness, locking in nutrients, and because it’s prepped for you, it’s quick and easy to use. Frozen - Simply Veg

Eat with the seasons

Seasonal veg and fruit is cheaper, fresher and better for the planet, and it tastes great. Eating with the Seasons - Simply Veg

Shop in local markets for cheap produce and look out for special offers on veg.

Keep healthy convenience foods (canned beans, eggs, frozen mixed vegetables) on hand.

Eat more beans and lentils

Beans are the ultimate kitchen shortcut – tasty, affordable, and endlessly adaptable. Your Food - Beans - Simply Veg

Tinned fish is cheaper than fresh, and doesn’t even need cooking. Frozen fish can also be cheaper than fresh.

Meal planning, batch cooking and freeze food

Planning meals and writing a shopping list helps cut waste because you only buy what you need.
Batch cooking doesn’t have to be complicated – simply double a favourite family meal and save one for later. It saves money and time on busy nights. Learn more about batch cooking here - batch cooking - Simply Veg.

Cook smarter to reduce energy costs

Try cooking in bulk, keeping the lid on pots when boiling food and cooking several dishes at once.

Reduce food waste

We want more veg to go from plates to bellies, not bins. It saves you money, helps food go further, and helps the environment, too!
Find out how to reduce food waste - Food Waste - Simply Veg

For more information:

Eating healthily on a tight budget - find more information on the British Heart Foundation website here.

Check out the Veg Power website.