Best cheapest protein sources

You can pick up a few budget-friendly foods that still provide lots of health benefits.

Eggs

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One large egg contains an average of 6.5 g of protein and one dozen can cost as little as $1.55.

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Peanut butter

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Peanuts contains 7 g of protein per 2 tablespoons and costs around one dollar per 100 g, sometimes less.

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Yogurt

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Yogurt contains approximately 5.3 g of protein per 100 g. The same amount costs an average of $0.50.

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Soybeans

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Soybeans can cost as little as $0.94 yet contain 16.6 g of protein per 100 g.

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