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Potato (baked, with skin) for Budget Eating
2.5g protein per 100g · Near-complete
Fits in moderation
You don't need premium cuts to hit your protein. Eggs, chicken thighs, lentils, tuna, milk, and oats deliver grams per dollar like nothing else.
The numbers
Per 100g
2.5g
93 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~98g
protein per day
Per 100g portion
2.5g
Servings/day to hit target
40×
~3720 kcal from this food
Why it works for budget eating
For a tight budget, look for cheap per gram of protein — pantry staples and bulk buys. Potato (baked, with skin) isn't a top pick — small amount, but surprisingly high quality.
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