In salads, in cigars, raw or cooked. Cabbage can be one of the most versatile foods in your kitchen.
In addition to being super nutritious, chickpeas can be consumed in grains, roasted (even delicious snack!) or as a paste. There are also numerous vegan recipes that use this oilseed.
A sweet potato It's not just for bodybuilders, okay? In addition to being cheap, it yields a lot and can be transformed into several dishes.
Just like chickpeas, lentils are definitely one of the most versatile foods to put on your list. It can be consumed with rice (replacing beans), in salads or it can be processed to become the base of several incredible dishes.
A oat it's a nutritious grain, one of the healthiest foods we have in the supermarket and it's also cheap! Oats can turn into milk and, after crushed, can replace wheat flour in several recipes.
Is there not that saying “rice, beans and egg, the happiness of the people”? The egg is an excellent source of protein and can be consumed fried, boiled, scrambled, in farofa, with sauce, such as
omelet… It is one of the most versatile foods and cannot be left out of your list!This one is easy to find and fits the budget. In addition to being a source of omega 3, it is versatile and indispensable in your kitchen. You can consume it in pâté, with pasta, in cold salads and even as a filling for pies.
In some cities in Brazil, tofu is not easy to find and can be a bit expensive. However, if you look in small stores and opt for artisanal manufacturing, you can find great values. Also, tofu makes a lot and can be used as a substitute for cheese in many recipes. It's a favorite of vegan cuisine.
Tapioca gum is low in sodium, low in fat, easy to digest and, above all, a source of complex carbohydrates. You can stuff it with whatever you want, or use it in gum in cake recipes or snacks. Is it or isn't it one of the most versatile foods on our list?
Tilapia is a great lean, healthy and versatile meat option. You can eat it fried, roasted – and even raw, if you are going to risk something from Asian cuisine.
Let's put it all in the clear: instant noodles are not one of the healthiest food options, but they are, without a doubt, practical and inexpensive. It's not meant to be eaten every day, but with creativity, you can turn it into something "gourmet" to eat every now and then.
You can do the math, buy corn from popcorn It comes out a lot cheaper than microwave popcorn. You can't get away from the obvious with this food, but, in addition to not weighing on your pocket, it's a little snack. high-calorie and delicious and offers the possibility to customize it with different sweet or salted.
Bananas are nutritious, tasty and incredibly versatile. In vegan cuisine, it can turn into ice cream, cookies, brownie, moqueca – even its shell is used as a meat substitute, do you believe it? Its only drawback is that it matures very quickly.
Sardines are very rich in omega 3, have calcium, vitamin D and offer almost as much protein as red meat. Also, it is a cheap option. Too bad its flavor is too strong.
Just like the potato sweet, this other type of tuber is usually not very expensive and yields a lot in recipes. In addition, there are countless ways to prepare it: fried, roasted, fried, au gratin, pureed, hidden, stuffed… Your creativity is king.
Indispensable seasoning and one of the most versatile foods in world cuisine. Onion gives a special flavor to rice and meat, but it can also be eaten in salads, empanadas or in a delicious soup.
Ham may not have many fans, but that doesn't take away from its luster. It is a practical option for a few days of the week as a snack or to accompany salads.
The thigh and thigh chicken they are usually much cheaper cuts of chicken – compared to breast fillet, for example – and are super versatile foods. You can bread and fry, bake, or bone and use as stuffing. And they are still much juicier than the filet.
