Budget-Friendly Healthy Indian Meals — One Week Meal Plan Under ₹2,000

Eating healthy doesn’t have to mean expensive superfoods or complicated recipes. At Deeksha Diet Clinic, many clients are amazed by how affordable, nutritious, and tasty Indian meals can be with a little planning. Here’s a sample one-week meal plan—packed with seasonal vegetables, whole grains, and easy recipes—that nourishes your family while being kind to your wallet.
Why Budget Isn’t a Barrier to Nutrition

Many believe eating healthy in India is costly. But using local produce, buying in-season, and cooking at home bring down costs significantly. Bulk-buying lentils and grains, discovering street markets, and planning weekly menus are small steps that make a big difference.

One-Week Sample Meal Plan (Under ₹2,000)
Day 1:
•Breakfast: Poha with peanuts and a banana
•Lunch: Rice, dal tadka, cabbage sabzi, curd
•Snack: Roasted chana
•Dinner: Vegetable khichdi, salad

Day 2:
•Breakfast: Multi-millet upma, orange
•Lunch: Whole wheat roti, mixed vegetable curry, sprout salad
•Snack: Buttermilk, murmura
•Dinner: Moong dal dosa, tomato chutney

Day 3:
•Breakfast: Oats porridge with apple
•Lunch: Brown rice, rajma, sautéed okra
•Snack: Sliced cucumbers and carrots
•Dinner: Vegetable pulao, raita

Day 4:
•Breakfast: Besan chilla with coriander

•Lunch: Roti, chana masala, beetroot salad
•Snack: Jowar puffs
•Dinner: Lauki dal, rice, stir-fried spinach

Day 5:
•Breakfast: Idli with sambar
•Lunch: Bajra roti, aloo palak, fresh salad
•Snack: Homemade popcorn
•Dinner: Lemon rice, curd

Day 6:
•Breakfast: Dalia upma, mixed fruits
•Lunch: Roti, dal, bhindi sabzi
•Snack: Masala makhana
•Dinner: Masoor dal khichdi, cucumber salad

Day 7:
•Breakfast: Sprouted moong salad, chai
•Lunch: Brown rice, sambar, stir-fried pumpkin
•Snack: Peanut chikki
•Dinner: Corn pulao, curd

Deeksha Diet Clinic’s Practical Tips
•Buy loose veggies and fruits instead of pre-packed.
•Stock up on staples like dal, rice, and millets in bulk.
•Use seasonal produce to keep meals affordable and nutritious.
Keep snacks simple—homemade options are much cheaper and healthier than packaged.
•Rotate dals and sabzis for variety without extra cost.

Remember, nourishing your family doesn’t have to break the bank. With a little planning, you can serve delicious meals every day on a budget—no compromise on taste or health! Deeksha Diet Clinic is here to show you how simple healthy living can be.

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