Snacking can be cheap and easy — and some experts say it might even help you lose weight! For a total of five bucks or less, here’s what to put on your weekly shopping list.

PointsPlus™ Value: 11
Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 35 min
Cooking Time: 35 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate

The chili-garlic sauce is so good that you’ll want to scoop it up with the stew’s potatoes.

PointsPlus™ Value: 5
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 20 min
Cooking Time: 60 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy

This Betty got a makeover – and she looks great! Fat and calories were reduced, but not flavourful layers of cinnamon-infused bread and sweet apples.

PointsPlus™ Value: 8
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 20 min
Cooking Time: 5 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate

Roasted chiles, fresh chives and creamy avocado top these quick-to-assemble wraps. They beat plain grilled chicken sandwiches any day!

PointsPlus™ Value: 5
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 17 min
Cooking Time: 8 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy

Add just a few drops of hot sauce to the mixture. Fat-free ranch instead of the fat-free bleu cheese adds even more to the cool factor.