{"id":19680,"date":"2025-09-11T17:38:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T16:38:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/?p=19680"},"modified":"2025-11-26T10:47:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T10:47:06","slug":"healthy-meals-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget","title":{"rendered":"10 Healthy Meals on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Food that\u2019s good for you <i>and<\/i> cost-effective? Tried, tested, and totally achievable. With rising food costs, it\u2019s easy to assume that eating healthy just isn\u2019t plausible for everyone, but it can be. A bit of planning, preparation and wise purchasing is all it takes.<\/p>\n<p>If you really want to hone in on those health goals, Gousto is the perfect solution. Choose meals with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/cookbook\/low-calorie-recipes\">low calories<\/a>, take on more protein or fibre, or pack in the veg with a huge <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/cookbook\">variety of recipes<\/a>, and no compromise on flavour. Our handy cost-per-portion pricing means you know exactly where your money is going, and the value is far greater than you would find in a supermarket.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#Eating_Healthy_Doesnt_Have_to_be_Expensive\" >Eating Healthy Doesn\u2019t Have to be Expensive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#10_of_Our_Favourite_Healthy_Budget-Friendly_Recipes\" >10 of Our Favourite Healthy &amp; Budget-Friendly Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#1_Shredded_Hoisin_Chicken_Wraps\" >1. Shredded Hoisin Chicken Wraps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#2_Southern-Style_Chicken_Sweet_Potato_Mash_Gravy\" >2. Southern-Style Chicken, Sweet Potato Mash &amp; Gravy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#3_Thai_Green_Chicken_Curry_with_Brown_Rice\" >3. Thai Green Chicken Curry with Brown Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#4_Beef_Mushroom_Bolognese_with_Wholewheat_Tortiglioni\" >4. Beef &amp; Mushroom Bolognese with Wholewheat Tortiglioni<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#5_Korean-Style_Gochujang_Lean_Pork_Bibimbap_with_Spinach_Rice\" >5. Korean-Style Gochujang Lean Pork Bibimbap with Spinach Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#6_Greek-Style_Lamb_Meatball_Tray_Bake_with_Garlic_Yoghurt\" >6. Greek-Style Lamb Meatball Tray Bake with Garlic Yoghurt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#7_One_Pot_Prosciutto_Leek_Mac_%E2%80%98N_Cheese\" >7. One Pot Prosciutto &amp; Leek Mac &#8216;N&#8217; Cheese<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#8_Moroccan-Style_Meatballs_Bulgur_Wheat_Grain_Bowl\" >8. Moroccan-Style Meatballs &amp; Bulgur Wheat Grain Bowl<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#9_Chilli_Cheese-Stuffed_Pepper_with_Buttery_Red_Rice\" >9. Chilli Cheese-Stuffed Pepper with Buttery Red Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#10_Green_Goddess_Salad_With_Glorious_Grains_Avocado_Feta\" >10. Green Goddess Salad With Glorious Grains, Avocado &amp; Feta<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#FAQs_About_Healthy_Meals_on_a_Budget\" >FAQs About Healthy Meals on a Budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#What_is_the_Cheapest_Healthy_Meal_to_Make\" >What is the Cheapest Healthy Meal to Make?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#What_are_the_%E2%80%983_Ps_for_Eating_Healthy_on_a_Budget\" >What are the \u20183 Ps\u2019 for Eating Healthy on a Budget?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#What_is_the_Healthiest_Meal_You_Can_Eat_Every_Day\" >What is the Healthiest Meal You Can Eat Every Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/healthy-meals-on-a-budget\/#Start_Saving_and_Eating_Well_Today\" >Start Saving (and Eating Well) Today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eating_Healthy_Doesnt_Have_to_be_Expensive\"><\/span><b>Eating Healthy Doesn\u2019t Have to be Expensive<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Healthy food doesn\u2019t need to come with a hefty price tag. By planning your meals in advance with Gousto, you can cut down on waste, save valuable time, and avoid the temptation of impulse supermarket spending. Each recipe comes with pre-portioned ingredients so nothing goes to waste, and the dishes themselves are dietitian-backed and nutrition-conscious. You get all the flavour <i>and<\/i> all of the health benefits.<\/p>\n<p>With our meal boxes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/box-prices\">starting at just \u00a33.20 per serving<\/a> (excluding delivery), eating well on a budget has never been easier. Also, if you\u2019re new to Gousto, you can get <strong>50% off your first box and discounts for your first 2 months<\/strong>![\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;FANCY 50% OFF YOUR FIRST BOX?&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fsignup%2Fbox-size%3Fpromo_code%3DDTI-B-504020%26utm_campaign%3DSEO-Blog|title:Try%20some%20glorious%20grains&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_of_Our_Favourite_Healthy_Budget-Friendly_Recipes\"><\/span><b>10 of Our Favourite Healthy &amp; Budget-Friendly Recipes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Get a taste of what we offer with these 10 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/cookbook\/healthy-choices\">healthy meal ideas<\/a>. From warm and hearty goodness to super salads, there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Shredded_Hoisin_Chicken_Wraps\"><\/span><b>1. Shredded Hoisin Chicken Wraps<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sticky, savoury hoisin chicken piled into soft wraps with plenty of crunchy salad. This dish is quick, fresh, and endlessly satisfying. It\u2019s the kind of midweek dinner you\u2019ll want to put on repeat, and it\u2019s ready in under 20 minutes![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19681&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Lean chicken breast is packed with protein, fresh salad veg for vitamins and nutrients, and light wraps for balance and crunch.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> A little hoisin goes a long way, and salad leaves can be stretched across several meals.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;TRY THIS PROTEIN PACKED WRAP&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Fchicken-recipes%2Fquick-shredded-hoisin-chicken-wraps|title:Try%20this%20protein-packed%20wrap&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Southern-Style_Chicken_Sweet_Potato_Mash_Gravy\"><\/span><b>2. Southern-Style Chicken, Sweet Potato Mash &amp; Gravy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Think southern comfort food with a wholesome spin. Tender chicken and creamy sweet potato mash enhanced with rich gravy and crunchy green beans on the side. It\u2019s hearty, homely cooking without the heavy price tag.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19682&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Sweet potatoes contain fibre, vitamin A, and support slow-release energy.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> Affordable chicken thighs and sweet potatoes keep this dish wallet-friendly.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;CHOOSE COMFORT FOOD&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Frecipes%2Fsouthern-style-chicken-sweet-potato-mash-gravy|title:Choose%20comfort%20food&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Thai_Green_Chicken_Curry_with_Brown_Rice\"><\/span><b>3. Thai Green Chicken Curry with Brown Rice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Fragrant, colourful, and perfect for batch cooking, this curry is a weeknight saviour. The creamy coconut base is balanced with zesty green curry paste, lean chicken, and plenty of veg served over nutty brown rice. Coming in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/low-calorie-meal-ideas\">under 600 calories<\/a>, it tastes like a treat and fuels you for days.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19683&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Brown rice for fibre, lean chicken for protein, and veg for colour and nutrients.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> Curry paste brings big flavour in one small pot, and batch cooking to freeze saves both time and money.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;TRY THAI GREEN TODAY&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Frecipes%2Fthai-green-chicken-curry-with-brown-rice|title:Try%20Thai%20green%20today&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Beef_Mushroom_Bolognese_with_Wholewheat_Tortiglioni\"><\/span><b>4. Beef &amp; Mushroom Bolognese with Wholewheat Tortiglioni<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An Italian classic made heartier and healthier. Mushrooms blend into a rich tomato sauce, adding depth of flavour while cutting down on the beef. Served with wholewheat pasta, it\u2019s a dinner that feels indulgent but works hard for your health and budget.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19684&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Wholewheat pasta adds fibre, and mushrooms are rich in antioxidants.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> Mushrooms bulk out the mince, meaning you spend less on expensive meat without compromising on great flavour.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;TRY A HEARTY ITALIAN CLASSIC&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Frecipes%2Fbeef-mushroom-bolognese-with-wholewheat-tortiglioni|title:Try%20a%20hearty%20Italian%20classic&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Korean-Style_Gochujang_Lean_Pork_Bibimbap_with_Spinach_Rice\"><\/span><b>5. Korean-Style Gochujang Lean Pork Bibimbap with Spinach Rice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This vibrant rice bowl is all about colour, flavour, and texture. Spicy-sweet gochujang pork meets iron-rich spinach and crisp vegetables, all layered over steaming rice. It\u2019s a crowd-pleaser that looks impressive but comes together with ease.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19685&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Iron-rich spinach and lean pork deliver nutrients without excess fat.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> Rice is the affordable base that most will have lying about in the pantry, and just a spoonful of gochujang transforms the dish into something special.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;TRY THIS KOREAN-STYLE BIBIMBAP&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Frecipes%2Fkorean-style-gochujang-lean-pork-bibimbap-with-spinach-rice|title:Try%20this%20Korean-style%20bibimbap&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Greek-Style_Lamb_Meatball_Tray_Bake_with_Garlic_Yoghurt\"><\/span><b>6. Greek-Style Lamb Meatball Tray Bake with Garlic Yoghurt<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A one-tray wonder that brings the sunshine to your dinner table. Juicy lamb meatballs roast alongside colourful vegetables, served with a cooling drizzle of garlic yoghurt to finish. With minimal washing up, this is Mediterranean flavour made easy.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19686&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Oven-baked meatballs and roasted veg keep things light, while yoghurt adds protein and calcium.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> Minced lamb costs less than chops, and a large tub of Greek yoghurt can be used for breakfast throughout the week.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;GO GREEK WITH THIS MEATBALL TRAY BAKE&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Flamb-recipes%2Fgreek-lamb-meatball-tray-bake-with-garlic-yoghurt|title:Go%20Greek%20with%20this%20meatball%20tray%20bake&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_One_Pot_Prosciutto_Leek_Mac_%E2%80%98N_Cheese\"><\/span><b>7. One Pot Prosciutto &amp; Leek Mac &#8216;N&#8217; Cheese<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A lighter twist on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gousto.co.uk\/blog\/family-meal-ideas-on-a-budget\">family-favourite<\/a> comfort dish. Fresh leeks with a bit of sweetness and a little prosciutto to top it off result in big flavour without overpowering the creamy cheese sauce. And the best but? It all cooks in one pot.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19687&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>Healthy eating:<\/b> Leeks bring vitamins and fibre, and a reduced cheese sauce cuts back on saturated fat.<\/p>\n<p><b>Budget-friendly:<\/b> One-pot cooking saves energy, and prosciutto used sparingly still adds a big impact.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=&#8221;GET CHEESY WITH THIS PASTA&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8193DC&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gousto.co.uk%2Fcookbook%2Frecipes%2Fone-pot-prosciutto-leek-mac-n-cheese|title:Get%20cheesy%20with%20this%20pasta&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Moroccan-Style_Meatballs_Bulgur_Wheat_Grain_Bowl\"><\/span><b>8. Moroccan-Style Meatballs &amp; Bulgur Wheat Grain Bowl<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Spiced meatballs, fluffy bulgur, and roasted veg come together in this bowl of warming comfort. It\u2019s filling, fragrant, and just the right amount of exotic for a weeknight dinner. 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