What I Ate [for $2] Wednesday
By now, if you’ve been reading my blog, you’ve heard about the $2 challenge, where I’m eating on $2 per day for $5 days, in order to know what it feels like to not get to eat what and when you want. Then at the end of the week, I’ll donate the money I would have spent on food and groceries, to an organization that helps world hunger.
And since it’s What I Ate Wednesday, let me show you what you can eat on $2…
Breakfast:
- banana – $.15
- 1/2 cup almond milk $.20
- Peanut butter $.25 (can’t resist the pb)
Total: $.60 cents
Lunch
- Rice $.20
- Beans $.30
I also added red pepper, salt, garlic, and pepper. Is that cheating?
Total: $.50
Snack
- 2 Bananas $.15 (on in the morning, one in the evening)
Total: $.30
Dinner… well… this looked exactly like lunch…(See picture above)
- Rice $.20
- Beans $.30
Total $.50
Grand total for the day: $1.90
What do I miss the most? Greens! I’m pretty sure my body is craving some leafy-goodness. I’m sure everyone else is dying for some meat or dairy… but I’m craving my vegetables ๐
As far as the rumbling in my tummy… that’s kind of the point. And it really does put things into perspective. It’s amazing that for so many of us, the problem is eating too much. It’s interesting to get a sense of what it’s like on the other side of the fence, even if it’s only for a few days.
I loved this quote from Ryan Evans on The Stubborn Servant’s blog:
Maybe meโand youโare called to be a part of this world and not apart from it; to ease the pain of one. To shed light in the darker places; To love one into the presence of a healing and compassionate God; to bring the redeeming news of salvation to one who has not yet heard; to hold one child in need of love; to bring friendship, love, and joy to one; to pray with and encourage one; to meet the physical needs of one
My little $2 a day challenge seems so small when you put it in perspective. But small changes can have a big impact.
What are you eating this Wednesday?
<3 Liz
Wow. I am impressed. Eating healthfully on a budget can be extremely challenging. Make sure your gettin’ all your nutrients, love!!
Oh my goodness, what a great challenge you’re doing! I LOVE seeing people remember to do things to help out others. I’m proud of you ๐ (can I say that, even when I don’t know you??)
haha I eat like this towards the end of the groceries! and always miss the greens too!!!! right now its zucchini I miss the most! must get some STAT!
Your $2 WIAW is awesome!!! and inspiring!
Wow, this is such an amazing challenge, and I really love the concept of it. You did really well; I think I’d be starving! ๐
You are such a giver. You’re, like, the best person ever.
The beans and rice looks really appetizing to me right now. And I don’t even like beans. I think it’s just because you featured it on your blog, and I’m kind of in love with you, so I love everything that you post.
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Wow this is so impressive and what a blessing to give the money you would have spent to such a good cause!! You Rock!!
You’re doing a great job! The beans and rice looks pretty good! I would definitely be craving some greens too!
You are doing awesome! i could probably eat that for a day but i think it would be tough for a couple of days. Hang in there!
Way to stick with the challenge! I love how cheap dried beans are, I’m a complete convert from canned. If you are craving greens (I guess it might be a little late for shopping, but still…) go CABBAGE. A head of cabbage is usually around $1.50 (if that) and produces a huge amount of vegetable.
hahaha the thing is, I didn’t realize beans had to soak for SO LONG!!! So I didn’t get to eat dinner until after 10pm on the first night!! haha
I’m impressed! My stomach would be eating my spine. ๐
Your breakfast looks reallllly good! I did something similar once but added chia seeds to thicken it. It was delish.