Root vegetables like onions, carrots, cabbages and celery are often on the more wallet-friendly side. Just because they’re not being called superfoods on social media doesn’t mean they’re not packed with nutrients.
Look for fruits and vegetables labelled ‘wonky‘ at the supermarket – they have the same nutritional value as their more conventional-looking counterparts and are often cheaper.
Frozen and tinned fruit and veg can work out cheaper too – as well as save on waste. And they’re still packed with the good stuff.
Tinned tomatoes – a base for everything from spaghetti bolognese to curries – count towards your five-a-day and most supermarkets carry them in their budget range.
Frozen mixes of veg or fruit, will help you reach your five-a-day quickly and can be cheaper than if you bought the same individual items fresh.