Easy Grocery List for Clean Eating: 25 Affordable Essentials

Clean eating doesn’t mean buying expensive ingredients or spending hours at the store. With a simple and affordable grocery list, you can build balanced meals every day. Many people follow Healthy Meal Plans to stay consistent and reduce decision fatigue — and a grocery list is the first step.

Here are 25 budget-friendly essentials for clean eating:

Proteins

  1. Eggs
  2. Canned tuna
  3. Chicken breast
  4. Chickpeas
  5. Greek yogurt

Carbohydrates & Grains

  1. Oats
  2. Brown rice
  3. Quinoa
  4. Whole-grain pasta
  5. Sweet potatoes

Vegetables

  1. Spinach
  2. Carrots
  3. Broccoli
  4. Tomatoes
  5. Bell peppers

Fruits

  1. Apples
  2. Bananas
  3. Berries (fresh or frozen)
  4. Oranges
  5. Avocados

Healthy Fats & Extras

  1. Olive oil
  2. Nuts
  3. Seeds
  4. Low-sodium broth
  5. Herbs & spices

When paired with Healthy Meal Plans and Nutrition Services, these ingredients can turn into simple, delicious meals with minimal effort. If you want a fully tailored grocery list, Personalized Meal Plans can generate weekly shopping lists based on your calorie needs, preferences and goals.