Looking for some Daniel Fast recipes on a budget? In this post I share a big list of cheap and easy Daniel Fasting meals as well as my free 7 day meal plan. Keep reading to watch video tutorials and get inspired for your fast!

What are Daniel Fast recipes in a budget?

• The Daniel Fast is a plant-based, whole-foods diet often followed for spiritual reasons. It’s typically focused on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts, while avoiding meat, dairy, sweeteners, processed foods, caffeine, and leavened bread.
• Budget meals are dishes that are inexpensive to prepare, often using affordable, pantry-friendly ingredients. These meals typically focus on simplicity and cost-effectiveness, while still being nutritious and satisfying. The goal is to stretch your food budget without sacrificing taste or health.

Free Daniel Fast 7 Day Meal Plan

Ready to start your fast? Check out my free printable 7 Day Daniel Fasting Meal Plan and beginners guide:

• Free Daniel Fast plant based meal plan
• Ultimate guide to Daniel and fasting biblically

12 Daniel Fast recipes in a budget

Here are some budget-friendly Daniel Fast meal ideas:

Breakfast Options:

1. Oatmeal with Fruit and Nuts
   • Ingredients: Rolled oats, water or almond milk, fresh or frozen fruit (like apples, berries, or bananas), and a handful of nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, walnuts, chia seeds).
   • Directions: Cook oats with water or almond milk, then top with fruit and nuts.
2. Chia Pudding
   • Ingredients: Chia seeds, almond milk or coconut milk, maple syrup (if desired), and vanilla extract.
   • Directions: Mix 3 tbsp chia seeds with 1 cup almond milk, let it sit in the fridge overnight to thicken. Add fruit for topping in the morning.
3. Smoothie
   • Ingredients: Frozen fruit (bananas, berries, mango), spinach or kale, water or almond milk, and a scoop of plant-based protein powder (optional).
   • Directions: Blend ingredients together until smooth.
   • Check out my Daniel Fast Smoothie recipe

Here’s my video tutorial for creating a healthy Daniel Fast smoothie:

Watch this video on YouTube 

Lunch & Dinner Options:

1. Lentil Soup
   • Ingredients: Dried lentils, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, vegetable broth, tomatoes, spinach or kale, herbs (thyme, bay leaves).
   • Directions: Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Add lentils, broth, tomatoes, and herbs, and simmer until lentils are tender. Add greens at the end.
2. Chickpea Salad
   • Ingredients: Canned or dried chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
   • Directions: Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then combine with chopped vegetables. Dress with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Vegetable Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
   • Ingredients: Brown rice, frozen or fresh mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, peas), garlic, soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free), olive oil.
   • Directions: Cook rice, then stir-fry vegetables with garlic in olive oil. Add soy sauce for flavor and serve over rice.
4. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl
   • Ingredients: Sweet potatoes, canned black beans, avocado, salsa, lime.
   • Directions: Roast sweet potatoes, then top with warmed black beans, avocado, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.
5. Stuffed Bell Peppers
   • Ingredients: Bell peppers, quinoa or rice, black beans, corn, onions, tomatoes, cilantro, cumin.
   • Directions: Cook quinoa or rice, then mix with beans, corn, onions, and spices. Stuff the bell peppers and bake until tender.

Here’s my Daniel Fast hummus and veggies meal prep tutorial:

Watch this video on YouTube 

Snacks:

1. Hummus and Veggies

   

   • Ingredients: Store-bought or homemade hummus (made from chickpeas, olive oil, lemon, and tahini), carrots, cucumbers, celery, bell peppers.
   • Check out my Daniel Fast hummus recipe

1. Trail Mix
   • Ingredients: A mix of nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts), dried fruit (raisins, cranberries), and seeds (sunflower, pumpkin).
2. Apple with Almond Butter
   • Ingredients: Sliced apple, almond butter.
3. Popcorn
   • Ingredients: Popped kernels (air-popped or stovetop), a pinch of salt, or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Tips for keeping costs low:

• Buy in bulk: Lentils, beans, quinoa, oats, and brown rice are cheaper in larger quantities.
• Use frozen produce: Frozen vegetables and fruit are often cheaper than fresh, especially when the produce isn’t in season.
• Buy canned beans: Canned beans are affordable and convenient, but make sure to rinse them well to reduce sodium content.
• Plan meals around seasonal produce: This will help you take advantage of the best prices at the store.
• Limit processed products: Stick to whole foods as much as possible to keep costs down.

By focusing on basic staples like beans, grains, and vegetables, you can create healthy, fulfilling meals without spending a lot.

Further reading:

• Combat sugar cravings with a Daniel Fast
• All Daniel Fast YouTube videos

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