How to eat well on €50 a week in Switzerland

Switzerland is one of the most expensive countries in Europe for food, so €50 (about CHF 48) a week for one person is tight but workable — if you ignore brands, buy raw ingredients, and shop at the discounters. This guide covers food only, as asked: not rent, not utilities. The goal is to hit your daily protein, energy and vitamin needs for the least money. Where to shop. Aldi and Lidl are far cheaper than Migros or Coop for staples. Within any shop, the budget lines (M-Budget, Prix Garantie) and the per-kilo price on the shelf label are what to compare — not the pack price. What your body actually needs each day Energy: roughly 2,000–2,500 kcal depending on your size and activity. Protein: about 0.8 g per kg of body weight — around 55–70 g for most adults. Carbohydrate for energy, some fat, fibre, and a spread of vitamins and minerals from vegetables and fruit. The cheapest way to hit e…