I have a theory that there is a impossible trinity (like in economics), where a food cannot be delicious, cheap and healthy at the same time. At maximum 2 of the 3 can be achieved.

Is there any food that breaks this theory?

Edit: I was thinking more about dishes (or something you put in your mouth) than the raw substances

Some popular suggestions include

  • fruits (in season) and vegetables
  • lentils, beans, rice
  • mushrooms
  • chicken
  • just eat in moderation

Edit 2: Thanks for the various answers. Now there are a lot of (mostly bean-based) recipes for everyone to try out!

Also someone made a community for cheap healthy food after seeing this topic!

  • count0@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
    0·
    1 year ago

    I have a related one - I’m kinda continously on the lookout for a refreshing (evening) drink especially during hot weather.

    So far, I haven’t found one that doesn’t contain at least one of:

    • (added) sugar
    • caffeine
    • alcohol

    Or a combination of those.

    On the other end of that scale, I do quite like White Russians. The Dude says hi.

    • Maggoty@lemmy.worldEnglish
      0·
      1 year ago

      Carbonated mineral water. Yeah there are environmental concerns with bottled water but this stuff breaks up the monotony of just drinking water pretty good without any caffeine, alcohol, or sugar.