Vegan Groceries for $35/Week | Healthy Vegan Grocery Haul Part 1

See! Vegan groceries don't have to be expensive. You can be a healthy vegan on a budget. Keep in mind, I live in NYC so groceries here are way expensive. If you live in other parts of the USA or world, you may be able to buy even more food, or buy the same things I bought for less money 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑
In the next video I'm going to show you vegan meals/recipes that I would make with all of this bounty. Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss that video 🙋🏾
What are some ways that you save money on your vegan lifestyle?
P.S. As I mentioned in the video, shopping online is a great way to save money on some items. You can save even more on orders from Thrive Market by using my link -- go.thrv.me/SH3vY -- to get 25% off plus free shipping!!
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[@dannsherstone1037]

TIP on dry beans - soak and cook the whole bag at the same time. Drain and freeze them loose on a parchment lined cookie sheet and then stash them in the freezer in a zip lock. Better texture, healthier than canned and cheap!

[@andreagriffin9842]

I need to do this. Why does it seem so hard to me??

[@GinaBrittCo]

Love this idea

[@daviah.7136]

Girl I'm in Jamaica and I picked up 40 mangoes around my house. I'd give you them for free

[@lucial.3958]

that's cool

[@sadgyalsada]

I used to have a mango tree too when I lived in Jamaica. Mangoes bought in nyc don't really taste that great until it gets hot as hell :P

[@LaVieDeVava]

Send them all the way to Paris please ! I'm west-indian too ! Ain't nothing like real mangos !

[@woolfulrebellion]

Davia Honeywell I live in Chile and I have olive trees, fig trees etc. We are soooo lucky :)

[@Mrmoore727]

Lol

[@ernestm57]

I was lucky if I spent $35 on meat alone for a week. One of the biggest thing that stopped me from a plant based diet was the "cost" I felt like an idiot after my first plant based shopping trip. Save $48 total was $38.85 I had food for a week and a half. I think I would have more if I new about bulk beans instead of canned beans back then. Me=Idiot. Thanks for all the work you do! Cheers!

[@jccn1728]

Ernest Maldonado Me too !! I had no idea it was actually cheaper, just a little more work

[@jadar47]

I love that you are frugal as well! Some vegans only show the most expensive foods and its just not necessary!

[@queentosheable]

I live in Arizona & at the Mexican market I get 4 avacado for $1 & 3lbs of oranges for $1 !!

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

Same in my area of California Queen Toshe.

[@queentosheable]

Yes I love a market in LA called Rainbow Acres!

[@kcatfish2268]

Queen Toshe I'm crying right now! A bag of four avocados in Canada is around 5.49 can.

[@queentosheable]

K Catfish OMG!! that's ridiculous!! I assume they are cheaper here because we are so close to Mexico & the store I go to import right from the source. I hope those prices go down soon for you there in Canada! whew!!

[@SweetPotatoSoul]

Stop it!! You are so lucky. That is unheard of here!

[@Stefaniaddison]

Not to be a weirdo, but I think you're one of the most beautiful women I have ever seen (very effortlessly). You're stunning

[@SweetPotatoSoul]

Thank you so much, Stefani 💖

[@woolfulrebellion]

Stefani Addison I totally agree with you and I'm not a weirdo either :)

[@CynthiaAva]

She is!!

[@angleeceiasorrentino]

You are not lying! She is stunning

[@quintoncrawford4331]

I also agree and she has some amazing skin!!!!

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

I always buy the whole broccoli and peel the stems as a cucumber substitute. I also save the zest from citrus for water, baked goods etc. For corn and flour tortillas I make my own or buy at a Mexican market. For corn chips I use corn tortillas and cut them into triangles and bake in the oven. Much cheaper.

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

Lela Todorova, One doesn't need a tortilla press, one can use a heavy rolling pin. A press just make the job go faster and when you are making a dozen at a time a press is nice. I use washable canvas shopping bags and washable 100% cotton bulk food bags because I am also a zero waste home person (www.zerowastehome.com) and want to see more plant based/vegan folks looking at the bigger picture and the environmental damage using plastic bags has done and is doing to our oceans, streams, lakes and land.

[@authorkaterinadennison]

I'd really love to see the meals you made for the week with what you bought.

[@alishak4061]

My challenge is to become vegan by the summer. I've already taken dairy out and substituted with almond milk and coconut milk. So now I just need to get full. I've got vegan breakfast down pat just need filling lunches and dinners. Thank you for this video ❤

[@plantytaytay9208]

Alisha Kitchen yay, so happy for you, it's great!!

[@ToriMorrow]

Alisha Kitchen awesome, good luck!

[@chriseatsplants2275]

Hey good luck with that! :D

[@queentosheable]

Alisha Kitchen Hey friend!!! 😊😊 I'm sure you remember me from BDS & facebook if your the same Alisha I know...haven't seen ya on FB in a loooong time! hope all has been well!! 😊😊😊 If your not the same Alisha Hello to you any way! lol

[@mrutubecoverfan2601]

Alisha Kitchen Hey Almond milk is great. I been on that for over 9years. But rice milk is banging as well. Both are way better than Coconut milk as far as after taste.

[@HexusoftheSheep]

I always hit the Mexican market and the farmer's market, just got a HUGE bundle of kale yesterday for 87 cents! I'll be eating kale for a week. We eat tons of beans in our house, all varieties, hot and cold, salads and soups. Making falafel once a week is also super helpful on the pocketbook. Of course, sweet potatoes are always easy to find at a good price. :D

[@EmilyOvermyer]

This video couldn't have been posted at a better time! I'm moving out from my parents over the summer and will no longer be able to rely on them for groceries, so learning how to eat vegan on a budget is pretty key for me. I've been completely vegan for 6 months now and I have no intention of ever going back. I can't wait to see the prep video you'll be posting next to get some more ideas! I'm also loving your new Soul Food Sundays series on your blog. I'm a Southern girl too and I'm thrilled you're posting more southern recipes. Love your channel!

[@karenlevi8002]

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[@emandeni]

I love this! I hate when people say being vegan or vegetarian is expensive! No it's less because you're not including meat.

[@CassandraBodzakTV]

Frozen veggies are the best! Sometimes it is smarter to go for the frozen greens. Love stocking up and whipping up a quick vegan recipe.

[@milkcatdog394]

THank youuuuuuu A beginner vegan in college here! Saving is a must

[@KL-bg8fi]

All that food for $35. Amazing!

[@lmccahill45]

I like to buy spices, soy milk, frozen things, rice, dried beans, nuts, juices, baking soda, and oats at the dollar store

[@camb1846]

I'm thinking you may not have a Sprouts or a huge farmers market like Atlanta but I consistently keep my groceries at $35 per week because of Sprouts Farmers Market. I purchase avocados, small watermelon, bananas, apples, oranges, pineapple, Brussels, fresh collards, mango, romaine, dinosaur kale, lemons, tomato, cabbage, and spinach. All for about $35 every single week. I'm just amazed at how much cheaper being vegan is. And most of time I can get most of it organic. #veganforlife

[@gahDealingwithlife]

Camille B yeah Sprouts is amazing! I get all my bulk dry foods there--oats, nut flours, granola, etc. I've also found that huge asian supermarkets like Nam Dae Mun in Atlanta and surrounding areas have great produce for super cheap. For example, kale bunch for 80cents, spices and stuff like ginger and turmeric for really cheap, other leafy greens and huge carrots for less than a dollar a pound. Plus they have fruits like mangoes (reg and atualfo), lychee, and rambutan for an inexpensive treat

[@HolisticDramaFree]

Ooo thanks for the tip!

[@1sava]

Pro-tip: Shop at Asian or international markets. You get sooo much more produce for less and it even taste better. Hmart (Korean Market) is amazing!

[@AetherDreamSeeker]

Videos like this are great for new vegans or those who are curious about vegan grocery shopping. Awesome job on this post. :)

[@sylvie2204]

You make me smile! I normally would be bored by videos like this but I was sad when this video was over! Haha I just found out about you and I'm so happy I did! You are so naturally happy and upbeat in all of your videos and you are so helpful!!

[@elisejayde]

you have no idea how helpful this is for me as a newbie vegan, and a student that wants to stick to a budget! :)

[@jasmineinbloom]

I love these videos. They have been so helpful. Please do more of these grocery haul/meal prep videos. Especially for holiday time.

[@kirali5823]

♥ and also I can't believe it's gotten that warm and summerlike over there!! ...I LOOOVE it when you show us around those places you live and wander about :* much love to you !!

[@EdenLost]

I really like the way you think and plan your meals. Great video!

[@kelsieb9509]

I love the shot you did of the faces of packages

[@OriginalAcefanatic]

I love these kinds of videos!! I get great ideas! Thank you!

[@user-ce1mj1jh5n]

I literally love you! Your videos.. omg thanks you for your videos! Have made it so easy. I’ve changed my diet so drastically with your videos and encouragement. I can’t wait to fully transfer over. you’ve made me not even need anything else because of all of your substitutes that actually taste amazing!

[@jenttxx]

Love this! SO many people think that being vegan has to be expensive but it so doesn't. Love your content

[@bonnieblewitt7260]

Amazing video. I'm always so interested in seeing the cost of foods around the world. So many variables that effect this such as what is in seasonal and local to that area, the population and buying power of the area, the location or isolation, the cost of living and minimum wage and the economy as well as the supply of produce. So many variables effect food prices but I'm always inspired to see vegan shopping done on a budget and made accessible 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@HealthyGroceryGirl]

Love this video! Your reusable shopping totes are SO cute too!

[@BringBackJoy]

I'm trying to go vegan so thank you so much this was so helpful. Sometimes i get so overwhelmed with the grocery shopping and wonder what do I buy or cook together you know

[@alorajones1994]

This video is so great and informative! I love the way you film and edit your vids :) fav part was the close-ups of all the lil faces from the first store!!

[@bryanacamillebraxton4770]

Meat and dairy are the most expensive parts of my grocery bill. Produce is cheaper. Why that is, I don't understand. Eating plant-based can be better for you and cheaper! What grocery store is this?

[@jonothandoeser]

Bryana, consider how much produce you have to feed a cow or a pig before you kill it and eat it. The cost of the meat has to be more than all the food that you have fed the animal, or else you lose money! Looking at it that way, you can see why many meats are so expensive compared to plants.

[@user-vd2jk7dl3p]

Bryana Camille Braxton if you live near a Kroger they have these preseasoned meat dishes (Mediterranean chicken, salmon etc). exactly what they have changes depending on what they make that day. Anyway, they get marked down all the time and you can get meat / fish for $1.49 and up! It usually is not a huge serving (sometines it is) but if you don't eat meat often then it is perfect. Especially if you have a Kroger card. They have good produce as well. In my opinion far better than Wall-Mart Aldi is really good too if you have one in your area.

[@sharyn4271]

The funny thing is it didn't used to be that way. I remember .69-.99 for a lb of ground meat regular price. Now it's like $3 on sale. I eat WFPB and don't even spend $30 a week in groceries for myself. One of the greatest things is being full without feeling bloated and miserable.

[@lindsaytoussaint]

Bryana - this is hella late but the grocery store here is Best Yet. I revisit this from time to time when it pops up because I shop there. There's also the Aldi on 117th on the east side - GREAT deals there. And of course as she mentioned the Whole Foods (one has since opened on Lenox and 125th) for the bulk bin

[@goa1605]

I am not sure why meat and dairy has become more expensive. But because of the conditions where the animals are kept, they have to be pumped full of antibiotics to keep them from getting sick. That alone costs a lot, not to mention the processing, and prepping of the product. Some think its because more people are choosing to go plant based and a lot of dairy and meat farms are losing business.

[@treefloraken8263]

Your hair is beautiful, (well, you are too!), and I’m gonna spend the next couple days watching your past videos! Especially the sweet potato stuff. I’ve been looking for ways to get more sweet potatoes into our diets! Looks like you have a lot of really good info, I’m glad I found your channel!

[@springbearsinlove]

it's so interesting to see grocery hauls and compare the prices in different countries :) for example in denmark where i live i can buy 1 kg of organic carrots for $1, 1 kg of organic potatoes for $2 while other things are more expensive like kale and sweet potatoes which wouldboth be around $3 for a small amount. can't wait for part 2! :) xxx andy

[@kimberly6293]

I love your spirit! Great video .... great vibes!

[@GutFeelings]

Wonderful video! Love your natural, authentic way of sharing. Great video editing, too. Keep up the good work and all the best for​ spreading your body-loving sweet potatoes all over the world! You are a blessing! Best, Peggy

[@JasonMcGarva]

I love your channel. Thanks for making this. I'm looking forward to seeing how you cook for the week in the next video.

[@shiwan45]

Yes so beautiful 😍 and very informative about being healthy. Thanks so much 😍

[@andreabontempo643]

I love your channel. I found you yesterday. You make me want to cook all of your meals. Thanks for all of your great ideas !

[@christinelussierenriquez2335]

First, Just wanted to thank you for your videos and recipes😍 Also, FYI if you peel off the tough part of the broccoli stalks, the stalk is so tender and tasty. It’s an excellent addition to soup, risotto or just eating it with broccoli florets😋

[@KentuckyChicken2]

Peel broccoli stem, cut into long sticks and enjoy with a dip! :) I love them, they taste like kohlrabi plus they're super healthy. You can also tell the freshness of broccoli by its stem...if it's not crunchy and juicy, then the broccoli is usually old.

[@linettesantana4455]

Love this video !! Btw that’s my favorite supermarket lol I notice it’s the one I always go to when you went outside lol thnx for the video it was so helpful now that I’m moving out and need to start budgeting

[@ambrooks14]

can't wait for the video. I live in NYC on a budget and this video is so informative. thanks for making this

[@dianaokello4418]

I usually buy less garlic and melon and a ton more fruit, but love your list of foods! They're realistic for a variety of healthy recipes, from savory to sweet.

[@sallycarlson5590]

This video was sooo helpful!!! I loved it!!!

[@leighannlong4789]

I love this! What a great video for those trying to stay on a budget!

[@Chunkybutterfly]

thank you so much for the great video. And thank you for using your own Market bags instead of plastic bags.

[@DB71995]

Thanks for sharing about your grocery haul, it was very helpful being that I new to the vegan world and not trying to go broke doing so.

[@lindsaytoussaint]

So nuts - that's my fave grocery store. There are also the old school farmers on lenox and 130thish and they sell cheeeeap fresh sweet potatoes and kale!! And they're so friendly.

[@ewojcie1]

Awesome video! Thanks for the tips!

[@juchidaf]

This is the most amazing grocery haul video ever.. and they always bore me so, so much. Great information, great editing, youre beautiful! Much love from Chile

[@figmentofimaqination]

awesome video! can't wait to see how you prepare them!

[@makinghairmagic]

I love your videos! I love vegan food and have started eating vegan about 75% of the time and I’ve completely cut out dairy. I would love to go completely vegan but it’s hard because my husband is a meat loving hunter same with all of our friends in our small town. But the best part about living in a small town surrounded by farms is the local produce.

[@TheMJPhoenix]

Great video! I'm hitting the grocery store and farmer's market this wknd!

[@sarahspages]

Beyond helpful, thank you

[@fitleighhill]

I can't believe I haven't found you sooner! Not that it matters but you are GORGEOUS ❤️

[@tjbasa1542]

In the next video, show us how you used your grocery haul! Maybe this can be a regular feature.

[@lizmccrea5656]

Try making your own cashew milk! You can get a pound for $8 here in NC (Sprouts) and get probably 20 gallons of cashew milk from one pound! We soak 1/3 cup cashews overnight, drain and put in Vitamix with half a banana and 2 dates. Keeps for a week, which is how long it takes us to go through a gallon of it! Love your channel!!

[@halicodekas9509]

i live in oregon and i didnt think our prices were so similar. i think you guys actually have better prices on lemons! love the video!

[@juliaadams5192]

Such a well made video!

[@JessyG1990]

It's always interesting to see weekly vegan grocery hauls just to give you an idea of how much you need and how to have some variety and still stay on a budget. Btw, it's crazy how different prices are in Germany. Oats are cheap beyond words here (40 cents for 500g!) but that's probably because we grow more oats than in the USA? Not sure. On the other hand, veggies are often more expensive because there are only few market stalls like your fruit seller for example so supermarkets are the only choice. I think it's sad we don't have the option to buy in bulk too. So much waste with all the small plastic packagings every time you buy legumes and grains. And all the plastic bags you need when buying veggies because most shops insist you take an extra bag for every kind of vegetable you weigh.

[@tanyagarrett4295]

Great video! I really appreciate this content.

[@lauralaster6393]

I am newly converting to vegan, and I love your videos. I am struggling to find basic info such as pantry essentials (what to use for thickening, sauces, fillers, pros/cons comparing different kinds) and also how to know how much fresh to buy or knowing how long shelf life is (trying to avoid waste). I did watch your essential tools video which was great. Thought I would throw out some ideas for future videos, because I'm sure I'm not the only one struggling to get started and understand what's needed to start and figure out shopping schedule without waste. :)

[@queentosheable]

Nice!! I love saving money💰

[@justphil84]

This is so amazing. I'm going to do this, starting now! I've been thinking about trying a vegan way of life, and I prefer to cook for myself. This helps me see that a) it's easy b) it is not expensive c) it looks fun! Happy to have subscribed, can't wait to get cooking and see how I feel after eating this way.

[@haileekaleemwright]

This was awesome! LOVE THIS, especially since I live in the city! Thanks queen!!!

[@jessicamatulis6804]

This was so helpful, thanks so much for sharing. I have a very hard time budgeting for food that is cheap but healthy. I am also gluten-free, which adds another cost I have juggle/account for.

[@Astrologymkpxyz]

LoVed this video!! Thank you... really great ideas on saving $$$ & planning where to buy things for the least amount of money. I am a new subscriber! 💞👍😊🌽🥝🥒

[@PhantomLoveStory]

Love this! I'm a college student so I definitely have a tight budget. Thanks for the tips!

[@RobinHenderson]

Love this video. Great tips!

[@jihadlateef6720]

Hi where I live they have farms that sell fruits 🍉 and vegetables 🥒 however I'd have to travel out east since I live on the island.. Long Island and it's different from NYC where there's vegetables and fruit carts in the streets.. Thank you for sharing this video 😃👍🏽 Grace and Peace

[@yogiyoda]

Cool video. It's so professional. Good info. Nice smile too!

[@melissataylor441]

Great Haul !!

[@briandawsonii4451]

Thank you for making this video.

[@laurelkerossow9924]

I have that kitty bag!! Mine is in blue. I love it.

[@mark_osborne]

All great tips my friend ...Trader Joe's 'yes' - I'm also hooked on ALDI !

[@lightskinjoy5922]

Wow you literally lived down the block from me. Yes really great budget finds in this area downtown Harlem

[@mbrower08]

Thanks for such an information video!

[@danamarierivera4209]

I LOVE YOU!!!!!! I know this is like 3 years old. But you are so beautiful and just so passionate about being vegan.

[@kmmk292929]

I love the music on your videos

[@NLJones83]

Love ur channel!!! I am now addicted to avocado toast. Costco is a great idea I just bought 6 avocados for 7.99.

[@KysDawn]

this is so helpful!!! I'd love to see a meal planning or what i eat in a day video! ^_^

[@nooneleftbehindx6352]

I love the video keep them coming

[@TheNanamariam]

I intermittent fast so these could last me 2 weeks roughly. Loving this! better than spending 20 bucks on a pizza just to down the whole thing and spend more money on groceries later.

[@angellicajimenez2550]

I wish I had fruit stands near me! Anyway, shopping around, buying sale items, and planning my meals and list before I go to the store are my tips to make it less expensive. Also, COUPONS!

[@nonavailable4000]

Very fit and healthy happy example of a vegan 👍👍, if anyone gets heckled by meat /dairy /eggs eaters about vegans being weak and nutritionaly deficient , please just link them to this video or her channel and they will most likely reconsider their views !!! about that myth 😎 .

[@StacyZeal]

Great tips thank you! I'm transitioning from Pescetarian to Vegan and want to stick to a budget.

[@maybedifferences8561]

I miss the South.... Anyways, thank you so much for this video! I'm a "new" vegan, (literally just decided to go vegan a couple days ago.. kinda been failing so far but I'm working on it!) I am panning on getting a job this summer (I'm still in high school) so knowing how to eat vegan on a budget will be a great help!

[@curiousgee5513]

You are gorgeous and I love this content. Thanks!! 🌞

[@lorisanford8515]

I love love love your channel... I wish you had daily videos !!! :0)

[@kgmcclintictock4399]

Yes NYC grocery haul! Your sunglasses are amazing, where are they from? Trader Joes has the cheapest Hemp Seeds and Chia seeds I've been able to find in the city

[@mathildesyrup8091]

You've just inspired me to go buy sweet potatoes and fresh greens at my local market tomorrow 💚

[@JayJay-gg3gu]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO.

[@arw3nch4n]

Love your vids! they are teaching me what I can eat :D I guess however because I live in Canada (not far from the us boarder either!) our food prices are insane! I ran everything you got at our market and the total came to $60.14. I guess when converted to US it's $45.49. I remember when it cost me $50 to eat for two weeks - not a week ;)

[@mainlymermaids7646]

SO THANKFUL I FOUND U OMG A GIRL WITH MY BACKGROUND LOL WITH A TASTE LIKE MINE YES

[@ChaseFasbender]

Amazing inspiration to clean up my budgeting and my food choices! I always feel groggy after the vegan junk food (I enjoy it waaaayyy too much) and then my wallet suffers too!! Thank you ❤️🙏🏼

[@mrutubecoverfan2601]

Love this video

[@tanachke]

Thank you so much for this video! ❤️

[@ambrooks14]

can't wait for the cooking video for this