5 Recipes For a Low-Budget Paleo Diet

A low-budget Paleo diet may seem impossible, but it doesn't have to be. With these five recipes, you can enjoy a wide variety of delicious meals without going over your food budget.

Spicy Ground Beef and Kale Skillet

Ingredients:

- ½ pound ground beef

- ½ onion, diced

- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- ½ cup kale, chopped

- ¼ cup chicken broth

Instructions:

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over high heat. Season with cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

- Stir in kale and chicken broth until well combined. Cover pan for about five minutes or until kale has wilted down. Serve!

Recipe Cost: $0.75

Recipe Difficulty: Easy

Recipe Servings: Makes one serving

Recipe Nutrition Facts (per serving): - 310 calories

- 21 grams protein

- 17 grams carbohydrates

- 12 grams fat

Recipe Rating: ★★★★☆

Recipe Variations:

- Try using different types of greens such as spinach or Swiss chard.

- Add in a few cloves of minced garlic for an extra boost of flavor.

- Top with shredded cheese or diced avocado for added richness and creaminess.

2. Curried Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Bowls

Ingredients:

- ½ pound ground beef

- ½ onion, diced

- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

- ⅛ teaspoon turmeric

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- ¾ cup cauliflower rice

- ¼ cup chicken broth

- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, green onions, cilantro leaves, etc.

Instructions:

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over high heat. Season with garlic powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper.

- Stir in cauliflower rice and chicken broth until well combined. Cover pan for about five minutes or until the cauliflower has softened to desired texture (about ten minutes). Serve!

Recipe Cost: $0.90

Recipe Difficulty: Easy

Recipe Servings: Makes one serving

Recipe Nutrition Facts (per serving): - 280 calories

- 20 grams protein

- 15 grams carbohydrates

- 11 grams fat

Recipe Rating: ★★★★☆

Recipe Variations:

- Try using ground turkey or lamb in place of the beef.

- Add in grated carrots or chopped cabbage to bulk up this dish without adding too many calories!

3.Easy Paleo Meatballs

Ingredients:

- ½ pound ground turkey, chicken, or pork (or a mixture)

- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- ¼ cup almond flour

- ⅛ cup olive oil or avocado oil

- ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine ground meat with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Mix in almond flour until well combined. Shape mixture into balls (about one inch in diameter) then place onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Bake meatballs for about fifteen minutes or until cooked through and slightly crispy on the outside.

Add cooked meatballs to your favorite tomato sauce, simmer in broth over medium heat for five minutes, top with fresh basil leaves, salt, and pepper if desired. Serve! Recipe Cost: $0.75

Recipe Difficulty: Easy

Recipe Servings: Makes about 14 meatballs

Recipe Nutrition Facts (per serving, assuming 14 meatballs): - 110 calories

- Protein: 11 grams

- Fat: g

- Carbs: trace Recipe Rating: ★★★★☆

Recipe Variations:

-Use almond flour or coconut flour in place of the tapioca starch.

- Add some finely chopped parsley, basil leaves or other herbs to add additional flavor and color!

4. Slow Cooker Thai Ground Pork with Basil

Recipe Cost: $0.55

Recipe Difficulty: Easy

Recipe Servings: Makes one serving

Recipe Nutrition Facts (per serving): - 310 calories

- Protein: 25 grams

- Fat: 16 grams

- Carbs: 12 grams

Ingredients

pork, fish sauce, or coconut aminos (if on a budget), chili paste with garlic, ginger, red onion, basil leaves, and garlic. Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine ground pork with fish sauce or coconut aminos (if on a budget), chili paste with garlic, ginger, red onion, basil leaves, and garlic.

- Pour mixture into the slow cooker. Cook on low for six to eight hours or on high for four hours. Shred the meat with two forks and serve!

Recipe Rating: ★★★★☆

Recipe Variations:

- Try using ground chicken or beef in this dish. Pork is usually best because it's affordable, but any type of fatty protein would work well here.

- Add some additional vegetables such as bean sprouts, zucchini, and/or bell peppers.

- Serve over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice for a low-carb option!

5. Sweet Potato Cauliflower Pizza Bites

Ingredients:

- ¾ cup grated sweet potato (about one medium)

- ½ head cauliflower, riced or finely chopped in food processor

- One egg, beaten

- ¼ cup almond flour or tapioca starch

- ½ teaspoon garlic powder

- Salt and pepper, to taste

Toppings of choice (we recommend tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine sweet potato with cauliflower rice or finely chopped cauliflower.

Add in beaten egg and almond flour or tapioca starch.

Season mixture to taste with garlic powder, salt, and pepper then form into mini pizza bites by rolling between your hands until even all around. - Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or nonstick foil.

- Bake for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Top with tomato sauce, cheese, and pepperoni slices then place back in the oven until cheese has melted (about five minutes). Serve!

Recipe Cost: $0.90 / serving (~12 pizza bites total)

Recipe Difficulty: Easy

Recipe Servings: Makes 12 servings

Recipe Nutrition Facts (per serving): - 150 calories

- Protein: 11 grams

- Fat: g

Conclusion :

Recipes for a low-budget paleo diet don't have to be boring or bland. These five recipes are easy to follow, affordable, and most importantly delicious! Give them a try today.