EASY AND HEALTHY CHEAP FOOD

I'm a frugal foodie on a tight budget. In today's video I'm making two of my favorite budget friendly dishes that are healthy and easy to prepare. Best of all they are perfect dishes for summer because they are low calorie and refreshing. These cheap and healthy dishes are perfect for the frugal foodie and anyone looking to save money on groceries. I'm making vegan summer rolls, also known as vegetarian spring rolls, but you can add grilled chicken breast or shrimp for a heartier meal. Join me as I make some cheap eats and explore the culinary scene in Orange County California.
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[@jamesdeen5593]

So glad you are back my favorite part of the day is when you give us another video filled with tasty food ideas

[@ArdentMichelle]

Yay! Thank you!

[@RGVThrifting]

I'm so glad you're back. I'm a fairly new subscriber. I really enjoy your channel because you're budget meals are healthier than many others out there. You eat more like I normally do. Thanks for sharing.

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thanks for subbing! I appreciate the comments. Welcome to my channel 😊

[@figuringthecost1422]

Hello I’m new to your channel and have loved many of the menus, especially since I’m recovering from robotic myomectomy surgery and looking for new ways to meal prep. I am also in California but no longer live in OC. The Ramen dish at the end looks delicious and maybe I will try it soon. TFS

[@ArdentMichelle]

Hello there 😁 I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying my channel. I wish you a speedy recovery 🙏 MARUFUKU has been my latest ramen find. I actually think I like their vegetarian broth better and their tofu is amazing!. My sons are meat eaters and they both like the Tonkatsu 🍜from Marufuku and Hiro Nori. I'm thinking that I need to try to make a ramen in a future video. Thanks so much for watching my video 😁🥰

[@figuringthecost1422]

@@ArdentMichelle Thank you so much!

[@brendamiranda3732]

Hello! I’ve had a myomectomy too, not fun. I hope you have a speedy recovery

[@amanda_af5295]

I love spring rolls so much, my extended family makes them almost every time we get together. If you are a meat eater, you can use some leftover rotisserie or grilled chicken or pork loin as well, it’s so good

[@ArdentMichelle]

I wish I would have made some with chicken and some with tofu for the video. I agree. They are so delicious and healthy too!

[@brendamiranda3732]

These look great Michelle, thanks for sharing the recipe!

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thanks for watching! 😁

[@geminigem599]

Wow! You are a food artist too. That was just lovely. Just started watching u an am enjoying yr work. Thanks.

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thank you so much 😀 Glad you are liking my content!

[@BobbieNatividad]

Best ramen is my favorite thing that you've shown and the spring rolls and the desert🎉❤ thank you for showing us the name too😊

[@ArdentMichelle]

my ramen video wasn't very popular, but it was REALLY tasty!

[@luckyjin]

Wow!, it's a very delicious, well-made video, and I always want to cheer on your wonderful channel and make it like you.I always look forward to having good luck with you~~~^&^

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy! 😊

[@robinswan5831]

That chia looks amazing! I've never tried it. Does the chia seed have a crunch or is it soft?

[@ArdentMichelle]

Hi Robin. 😁 Chia seeds are soft once soaked. They are nutritious and add a little texture to the dish. I enjoy using them. 👩‍🍳

[@CathieG]

That ramen looks sooooooo good! 🤩😍 We have a little Vietnamese cafe in our small town and their Pho 🍲 is my new favorite thing! Incredible flavors! 🥰

[@ArdentMichelle]

I like pho too. It is very good. I especially like the crunchiness of the bean sprout topping. I need to find a good pho place around here.

[@sameoldsteph]

I think I somehow missed this video and just am watching today. That ramen! We have a HiroNori in SD so I'm going to try it!!

[@ArdentMichelle]

yes, they are so good 👍 Make sure your notifications tab is turned on so you don't miss any videos 😁

[@sameoldsteph]

@@ArdentMichelle It is now, that was an old one, lol!

[@sharonfarnsworth3325]

I love the almond croissants in New Orleans & some cruise ships. I like a lot of almond paste. My son learned to make them. He also likes protein at every meal. Strawberry sounds yummy also!

[@ArdentMichelle]

I haven’t had an almond croissant in awhile now. Yum! That’s awesome that your son learned to make them. 😋

[@ArdentMichelle]

Wish my son would too 😂

[@sharonfarnsworth3325]

Your chia puddings are beautiful!

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thank you 😁

[@magomago7819]

I've had those rolls with thin straps of mango, cucumbers and carrots dipped in PB, soy sauce, sesame seeds...I think that's it. They are awesome

[@ArdentMichelle]

I love them so much. 💜 I've seen the desert wraps with mango and mint, and some kind of sauce but never thought of using the mango to dip in a peanut soy sauce concoction. I think we need to revisit this in the next month or so. It's getting hot outside and these sound so refreshing!

[@magomago7819]

@@ArdentMichelle maybe a video for different rolls would be good😉.

[@durgamaa1111]

For a very easy dipping sauce add 1 cup Newmans Own sesame ginger dressing with 2 heaping tablespoons peanut butter shake to combine. So yummy. I really like your content. You show me that I too can be creative in the kitchen. Also love your voice very comforting. You are the best. I too live in so cal. Miss the OC. 🌻❤️

[@TheSweetpea73]

Spring rolls are my favorite. My mother would put lime/lemon juice in the warm water. It gives it the rice paper a nice flavor.

[@ArdentMichelle]

I love that idea 👍 I will try that next time I make them.

[@teresakryvenchuk6205]

I am new here. Seems to be a nice group. I am disabled and want to eat healthy and cheaper with hubby.

[@ArdentMichelle]

Welcome Teresa. 😁 It's nice to have you joining us. I hope you like my videos and find some ideas that you can use in your own cooking 😊

[@twistedfrannie9311]

If you like ice cream but want a healthy version, frozen banana, coconut milk, fruit or nuts of your choice blended ...extremely delicious.

[@ArdentMichelle]

oh yum! Definitely going to try that 👍

[@annetteperez1779]

Where did you buy that blue and white bowl for the ramen?

[@ArdentMichelle]

HomeGoods.

[@annetteperez1779]

@@ArdentMichelle thank you

[@rowenafletcher-wood4436]

Small? They are immense! I don't think we get spring rolls that big in the UK...

[@ArdentMichelle]

oh that's interesting 🤔 they run quite large around here.

[@sereling684]

Another type of sauce for the spring rolls- water,hoisin sauce and peanut butter. heat a bit of water in the pan. Just enough water to make your hoisin sauce and pb a bit runny. No real recipe. Just adjust to taste.

[@ArdentMichelle]

Hi Sere 😊 I just ate the spring rolls with tofu last night and for lunch today. Thanks for the tip! 👍I'm always looking for new sauce ideas. I'm going to try this right away 🥰

[@misacruzader]

For ramen in OC I also like Shin Sen Gumi, they have a location at Woodbury Town Center

[@ArdentMichelle]

That's one of my son's favorites but when I went to their other location they didn't have a vegetarian option. ☹️ We've been loving Marufuku lately. Their vegetarian ramen is now my favorite 😋

[@JacindaH]

Oh and I put a moist paper towel in with the spring rolls which it will absorb. I don't put it directly on them, just under the saran wrap. Hope this helps

[@ArdentMichelle]

I just made these last night with tofu and they were so good and such a filling meal. 😋I can see how the moist towel would help them to stay fresh longer 👍 I love having these in the fridge....but they never last long in my house. My boys both love them! Thanks for the great idea!😁

[@AliciaM79]

I'm loving all of your videos! What are the measurements for the chia pudding, is it just milk and chia?

[@ArdentMichelle]

Hi Alicia 😊 Glad you are liking my content.🥰 When I make chia pudding I use about a cup of almond milk to 4 tablespoons chia seeds. You can always add more if it doesn't thicken up to the consistency that you want. I use almond milk 30 calorie vanilla flavor, simply because that's always in my fridge. I also add honey to sweeten it up and a little extra vanilla. I would say about 1 tablespoon of honey and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla. I use the inexpensive imitation vanilla but I bet it's even better with the real thing. You may like yours a little sweeter. Stir it up and taste it. You can always add more honey even after it sets up. When I am layering the chia pudding and I want it to look pretty in the jar I make it a little thicker. Hope this helps 😊 Thanks for watching!

[@AliciaM79]

@@ArdentMichelleI doubled the recipe for the chia, used cocoa pieces, raspberries, slivered almonds and drizzled agave. I almost watched all your videos 😂😂😂 over the weekend. Thank you for the motivation and inspiration, I finally got off my behind and made me some healthy food. I look forward to seeing more of your content!

[@ArdentMichelle]

@@AliciaM79 That sounds like a delicious combination. 😋Glad I'm inspiring you to try some new eats.Thanks for the feedback 🥰😁

[@JacindaH]

If you add peanutbutter to the peanut sauce it tones it down without losing any flavor

[@ArdentMichelle]

Good idea 👍

[@misacruzader]

For a strawberry croissant, try Cream Pan in Old Town Tustin!

[@ArdentMichelle]

Yes I've already discovered Cream Pan. They are the best! 👍 So light and flaky. Yum! 😋

[@justink1424]

I have to try those wraps they look amazing and I'm sure that sauce is yummy as well!

[@ArdentMichelle]

It was! Thanks for watching 😊

[@kitbeau6421]

So excited to see you again!! Going to try your spring rolls tonight and I can’t wait to try your dessert!! Thank you for sharing your day!!😊

[@ArdentMichelle]

Hope you enjoy! 😊

[@CarolgTX]

Your food always looks so delicious. Fresh, clean, unsullied by chemicals. I am so hungry after watching your presentation! ...and Paris Patisserie..I love the strawberry croissants. Looking forward to your next video🙂

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thank you for saying that. This video was lighter on meals so I appreciate your comments. 😊

[@CarolgTX]

@@ArdentMichelle 🙂🙂

[@patpeters6331]

Delicious recipes & great tips as always. 👍 Glad you're back. 💚

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@gloriapeel6887]

Yummy

[@ArdentMichelle]

Thank you 😁