It’s all in the planning.
We know it's not new news, nor rocket science but it cannot be restated too often; preparation is key. Healthy eating is often deemed to be more expensive than the snacky processed foods for which we reach time and again, however, preparation and our smart tastecard tips can help to save you money whilst making sure you take nutrient-dense work lunches.
Batch cooking is the way forward to ensure you’re keeping the costs down and the health quotient up. When you’re batch cooking you should try to cook double batches of meals or bulk recipes out with plenty of veg to make the meal go further. If possible, try to put aside a few hours each weekend to batch-cook your work meals for the week ahead – some extra effort on a Saturday or Sunday can save you loads of hassle when thinking about how to save money on lunch at work.
Also, those plastic containers with lids that you get from the takeaway - don’t look mystified, we know your takeaway habit is the stuff of legend (!) - are the perfect reusable option for freezing loads of meals you have prepared. They’re also suitable for use in the microwave and dishwasher. Genius!