10 Affordable Protein Sources For A Super-Tight Budget

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Canned tuna

You probably can’t eat tuna every day because, A) you would get tired of it and B) you may run the risk of mercury poisoning. The FDA provides a useful rundown of how much fish individuals in many stages of life, from childhood to pregnancy, can consume, and which fish types put you most at risk for mercury poisoning. Fortunately, albacore tuna, which is what you’ll typically find in your canned tuna varieties, is pretty safe. And it’s incredibly affordable. A standard can of tuna is five ounces, and will offer around 40 grams of protein. This is another item that will run you just around a dollar per can, depending on the label, and can be even cheaper per-unit when bought in bulk. Beyond the traditional tuna sandwich, you can also dump a can of tuna on a salad, make a tuna melt, or even just dip healthy chips or crackers right into your tuna.