20 BEST WAYS TO EAT MORE GLUTEN-FREE FOR LESS

EATING GLUTEN-FREE IS ALREADY A CHALLENGE:

Now, imagine you’re just starting out and need to cut back and tighten up your budget. Can you really eat gluten-free without breaking the bank? Below are 20 tips to help you get there.

Make Cheap Bread – making gluten-free rolls and breads at home from gluten-free flour can be cheaper than other pre-made options.

Eat to Save the Earth – When faced with a pricey product, search for a cheaper alternative.

Rice is a great substitute for Pasta – It can be bought in bulk and stored for weeks on end.

Explore beyond the “Gluten-Free” aisle – Typically,, gluten-free foods tend to be more expensive when they are placed in a specially designated section of the store. For example, abox of gluten-free cookies, costs $4.99 as opposed to regular ones that are $2.99. If you search other sections, such as the Asian offerings, you may also find cheaper gluten free products particularly amongst the rice items.

Coffee and Tea, Healthier than Soda – Brew your own tea and coffee at home. It’s a healthier and preferable gluten-free option to expensive sodas.
Buy raw Peanuts and Walnuts – Nuts in their shell have less exposure to processed wheat in manufacturing plants.

Don’t Buy Pre-Made Pie Crusts and Wraps – Gluten-free alternatives tend to carry a higher price tag. Find your “Go-to” Gluten-Free Pasta – Find one you like and stick with it.

Be Conscientious of What Foods You Really Want to Eat – Use the Kitchology app to help you determine appropriate gluten-free junk foods to keep on hand.
Plan for the week, not for the month – Only buy those foods that you know you’ll finish. This practice will leave you room in your weekly budget to diversify your pantry and cut down on food waste.

Develop your own “Broth” Brand – Boil together your favorite vegetables with leftover chicken and beef and then let your soup foam for a few hours. This is a cheap and easy way of making a meal that will carry you through the week’s end.

Eat a lot of Soup – Stock your fridge with an ample supply of gluten-free rice and pasta soups to extend your weekly food budget. A bonus is you’ll eat fewer calories and more protein.

Make your own Gluten-Free Pizza – Instead of spending $3 – 5 more on a store-bought pizza, create dough from rice flour that allows you to utilize organic produce and control your sugar intake too.

Identify Gluten-Free Coupons in the Supermarket – Use popular websites like the ones below to identify gluten-free foods. Bring your coupons the next time you make a supermarket run:

• Surviving the Stores

• Peaceful Mom

• Rudi’s

• Coupon Divas

• Be Free for Me

• Canyon Gluten-Free

Eat More Sweet Potatoes – an inexpensive and healthier alternative to regular potatoes that will bring filling carbohydrates and starch to your diet.

Eat Breakfast All the Time – Making corn and egg based omelets or frittatas can be a cheap healthy way of eating gluten-free.

Make Vegetarian and Vegan Meals you Savor – By eating less meat, you can find rewarding, creative, and budget-friendly food options for your weekly meals.

Experiment with new Grains – Trying grains like quinoa, millet, amaranth, and buckwheat can do wonders for your diet, health, and budget.

Get Government Assistance – individuals with celiac disease may be eligible for tax-deductible purchases. Speak with your accountant about how to take advantage of this policy.

Always Plan Ahead – is the number one rule for cutting down on costs, time and agony over what to eat next, and how to eat a healthier diet.