MealBudgetFood prices in New Zealand
244 everyday groceries, priced in NZD from shelf readings at named supermarkets. We haven’t reached 23 more items here yet, and we’d rather leave those blank than guess.
Cooking one dinner from scratch in New Zealand costs a median of $18.12 a serving when you buy every pack the recipe needs, across 59 recipes priced at New Zealand supermarkets. Prices read 1 Nov 2026. Planning the week so meals share ingredients brings that down, because the packs you don't finish are a large part of the bill.
| Item | Typical pack | Price | Read at |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% milk | 3.8 L | $10.22 | Huckleberry · 2 Sept |
| Active dry yeast | 3-packet strip | $2.86 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| All-purpose flour | 2.3 kg bag | $3.39 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Almond milk (unsweetened) | 1.8 kg carton | $10.86 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Almonds | 450 g bag | $13.27 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| American cheese slices | 16-slice pack | $12.11 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Apple cider vinegar | 450 ml bottle | $2.17 | Huckleberry · 4 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Apples | 1.4 kg bag | $8.78 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Asparagus | 450 g bunch | $6.84 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Avocado | 1 avocado | $1.80 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Baby carrots | 450 g bag | $3.62 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Baby spinach | 150 g clamshell | $5.66 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Bacon | 350 g pack | $8.04 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Bagels | 6-count pack | $11.98 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Baking powder | 250 g can | $8.74 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Baking soda | 450 g box | $4.81 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Balsamic vinegar | 500 ml bottle | $7.58 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Bananas | 900 g bunch | $3.40 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Barbecue sauce | 500 g bottle | $12.61 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Basmati rice | 900 g bag | $6.93 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Bay leaves | 7 g jar (~30 leaves) | $3.83 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Beef broth | 900 g carton | $17.42 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Beef chuck roast | 1.4 kg roast | $75.05 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Block cheddar cheese | 250 g block | $6.32 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Blueberries | 150 g clamshell | $16.33 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Bone-in chicken thighs | 1.1 kg pack | $21.92 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Boneless chicken breast | 1.1 kg tray | $8.06 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Boneless chicken thighs | 900 g pack | $24.95 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Boneless pork chops | 700 g pack | $20.92 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Bottled lemon juice | 250 ml bottle | $2.26 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Breakfast sausage | 450 g roll | $12.60 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Brown rice | 900 g bag | $7.53 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Brown sugar | 900 g bag | $2.68 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Brown/green lentils | 450 g bag | $3.29 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Butternut squash | 900 g squash | $8.09 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Cajun / Creole seasoning | 100 g canister | $9.26 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Canned black beans | 450 g can | $2.65 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Canned cannellini beans | 450 g can | $1.17 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Canned chickpeas | 450 g can | $2.07 | Huckleberry · 26 OctWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Canned chunk light tuna | 150 g can | $3.87 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Canned coconut milk | 400 g can | $2.59 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Canned crushed tomatoes | 800 g can | $2.56 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Canned diced green chiles | 100 g can | $3.69 | International Foods · 3 Sept |
| Canned diced tomatoes | 400 g can | $2.13 | Huckleberry · 26 OctWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Canned kidney beans | 450 g can | $1.21 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Canned pink salmon | 400 g can | $16.00 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Canned pinto beans | 450 g can | $2.53 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Canned red enchilada sauce | 300 g can | $5.97 | Mexifoods · 3 Sept |
| Canned refried beans | 450 g can | $5.11 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Canned sweet corn | 450 g can | $1.40 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Canned whole peeled tomatoes | 800 g can | $1.92 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Canola oil | 1.4 L bottle | $5.87 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Capers | 100 g jar | $3.90 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Carrots | 900 g bag | $8.31 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Cauliflower | 1 head | $3.00 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Cayenne pepper | 50 g jar | $3.89 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Celery | 1 bunch/stalk | $9.48 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Cherry tomatoes | 300 g clamshell | $8.66 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Chicken broth | 900 g carton | $12.43 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Chicken drumsticks | 1.1 kg pack | $6.92 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Chicken wings | 1.4 kg pack | $13.21 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Chili garlic sauce | 250 g jar | $8.65 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Chili powder | 70 g jar | $7.29 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 10 Sept |
| Chipotle peppers in adobo | 200 g can | $7.92 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Cilantro | 1 bunch | $4.45 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 25 Oct |
| Coconut oil | 400 g jar | $8.31 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Cod fillets (frozen) | 450 g bag | $15.88 | Oceans North Seafood · 3 Sept |
| Coleslaw mix (bagged) | 400 g bag | $4.96 | Huckleberry · 26 OctWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Condensed cream of chicken soup | 300 g can | $2.34 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Condensed cream of mushroom soup | 300 g can | $2.34 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Corn on the cob | 4-ear pack | $3.26 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 2 Sept |
| Corn tortillas | 30-count pack | $18.23 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Cornstarch | 450 g box | $1.73 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Cottage cheese | 450 g tub | $7.74 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Couscous | 300 g box | $7.59 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Cream cheese | 250 g brick | $4.80 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Cremini (baby bella) mushrooms | 250 g package | $3.29 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 3 Sept |
| Crumbled feta cheese | 150 g cup | $7.50 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Crushed red pepper flakes | 45 g jar | $5.49 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Cucumber | 1 cucumber | $3.75 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Curry powder | 55 g jar | $2.78 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Dijon mustard | 350 g jar | $11.96 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Dill pickle spears | 700 g jar | $4.46 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 23 Sept |
| Dried basil | 18 g jar | $9.60 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Dried oregano | 20 g jar | $11.52 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Dried rosemary | 25 g jar | $5.40 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Dried thyme | 18 g jar | $6.40 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Egg noodles | 350 g bag | $3.75 | Huckleberry · 2 Sept |
| Eggplant | 1 medium | $5.95 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Elbow macaroni | 450 g box | $2.98 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| English muffins | 6-count pack | $5.19 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 500 ml bottle | $10.73 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 25 Oct |
| Extra-firm tofu | 400 g block | $8.93 | FreshChoice Cambridge · 3 Sept |
| Fettuccine | 450 g box | $1.62 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Firm tofu | 400 g block | $5.03 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Fish sauce | 200 ml bottle | $2.48 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 2 Sept |
| Flour tortillas (burrito size) | 10-count pack | $5.65 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Flour tortillas (taco size) | 20-count pack | $11.65 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| French baguette | 1 baguette | $3.29 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Fresh basil | 20 g clamshell | $7.73 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Fresh ginger root | 100 g knob | $2.83 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Fresh green beans | 450 g bag | $6.89 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Fresh rosemary | 19 g clamshell | $6.80 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Fresh thyme | 19 g clamshell | $6.80 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Frozen broccoli florets | 350 g bag | $2.65 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Frozen chopped spinach | 300 g box | $2.04 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Frozen cut green beans | 350 g bag | $1.36 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Frozen french fries | 900 g bag | $2.81 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Frozen green peas | 350 g bag | $1.19 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Frozen mixed berries | 350 g bag | $5.19 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Frozen mixed vegetables | 350 g bag | $1.68 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Frozen raw shrimp | 450 g bag (31-40 ct) | $10.43 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Frozen salmon fillets | 900 g bag | $48.85 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Frozen shredded hash browns | 850 g bag | $7.93 | Huckleberry · 2 Sept |
| Frozen sweet corn | 350 g bag | $2.04 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Garlic powder | 85 g jar | $5.02 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Granulated white sugar | 1.8 kg bag | $4.89 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 250 g container | $10.19 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Green bell pepper | 1 pepper | $3.80 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 3 Sept |
| Green cabbage | 1 head (1.1 kg) | $5.00 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 3 Sept |
| Green onions / scallions | 1 bunch | $2.50 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Ground beef (80/20) | 450 g pack | $12.69 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Ground beef (93% lean) | 450 g pack | $15.41 | Huckleberry · 2 Sept |
| Ground black pepper | 85 g container | $13.53 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 25 Oct |
| Ground chicken | 450 g pack | $9.07 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Ground cinnamon | 65 g jar | $8.32 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Ground coffee | 350 g bag | $11.55 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Ground cumin | 55 g jar | $4.03 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Ground ginger | 45 g jar | $4.22 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Ground nutmeg | 30 g jar | $3.96 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Ground pork | 450 g pack | $11.33 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Ground turmeric | 55 g jar | $4.13 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Half and half | 950 ml | $9.91 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Hamburger buns | 8-count pack | $10.98 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Heavy whipping cream | 450 ml | $9.56 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Hoisin sauce | 250 g jar | $3.08 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Honey | 350 g bottle | $12.04 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Hot dog buns | 8-count pack | $6.25 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Hot sauce (Louisiana style) | 350 ml bottle | $16.54 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Iceberg lettuce | 1 head | $2.85 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 3 Sept |
| Instant ramen noodles | 6-pack | $8.01 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Italian dressing | 450 ml bottle | $6.78 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Italian seasoning blend | 20 g jar | $3.74 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Jalapeño peppers | ~4 peppers (100 g) | $0.58 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 10 Sept |
| Jarred Alfredo sauce | 450 g jar | $4.59 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 23 Sept |
| Jarred marinara sauce | 700 g jar | $9.23 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Jarred minced garlic | 250 g jar | $1.62 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Jarred salsa | 450 g jar | $8.91 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Jasmine rice | 2.3 kg bag | $7.10 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Kale | 1 bunch | $5.71 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 24 Aug |
| Ketchup | 550 g bottle | $7.92 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 2 Sept |
| Kielbasa / smoked sausage | 350 g rope | $14.00 | The Polish Sausage Company · 3 Sept |
| Large eggs | 1 dozen | $9.41 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Lasagna noodles | 450 g box | $4.64 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Lemon | 1 lemon | $0.62 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Lime | 1 lime | $0.97 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 25 Oct |
| Linguine | 450 g box | $3.89 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Long grain white rice | 2.3 kg bag | $5.07 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Margarine spread | 450 g tub | $3.66 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Mayonnaise | 900 ml jar | $15.38 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Naan flatbread | 4-count pack | $11.98 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Navel oranges | 1.8 kg bag | $8.45 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Oat milk | 1.8 kg carton | $10.39 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Onion powder | 75 g jar | $4.77 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Orange juice | 1.5 L carton | $7.55 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Oyster sauce | 250 g bottle | $4.71 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Panko breadcrumbs | 250 g box | $3.03 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Paprika | 60 g jar | $5.38 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Peanut butter | 450 g jar | $8.31 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Penne pasta | 450 g box | $2.67 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Pita bread | 6-count pack | $2.81 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Pizza sauce | 400 g jar | $4.89 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Plain breadcrumbs | 450 g canister | $4.59 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Plain Greek yogurt | 900 g tub | $6.81 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 3 Sept |
| Pork shoulder (Boston butt) | 1.8 kg roast | $12.69 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Pork tenderloin | 550 g loin | $60.46 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Powdered sugar | 900 g bag | $2.87 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Pure maple syrup | 250 ml bottle | $11.16 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Quinoa | 700 g bag | $7.68 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Raisins | 550 g canister | $6.96 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Ranch dressing | 450 ml bottle | $11.64 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Red bell pepper | 1 pepper | $2.95 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Red lentils | 450 g bag | $3.21 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Red onion | 1 onion | $0.90 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Red wine vinegar | 450 ml bottle | $5.38 | New World · 3 Sept |
| Refrigerated pizza dough | 450 g ball | $5.27 | FreshChoice Epsom · 3 Sept |
| Ricotta cheese | 450 g tub | $12.77 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Rigatoni | 450 g box | $3.89 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Roasted peanuts | 450 g jar | $8.74 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Rolled oats | 1.2 kg canister | $3.84 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Roma tomatoes | 450 g (4-5 tomatoes) | $6.04 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Romaine lettuce | 3-head pack | $11.97 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Rotini | 450 g box | $2.03 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Rotisserie chicken | 1 cooked bird | $15.99 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Russet potatoes | 2.3 kg bag | $11.34 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Salmon fillet | 450 g fillet | $24.42 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Salt | 750 g canister | $4.62 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Salted butter | 450 g (4 sticks) | $15.09 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 350 g bag | $11.05 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Sesame seeds | 70 g jar | $3.74 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Shallots | 85 g pack (~3) | $1.34 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 250 g bag | $4.14 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Shredded mozzarella | 250 g bag | $6.04 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Sliced black olives | 150 g can | $1.70 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Sliced Swiss cheese | 250 g pack | $7.37 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Smoked paprika | 60 g jar | $5.38 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Sour cream | 450 g tub | $7.99 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Sourdough loaf | 700 g loaf | $12.23 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 23 Sept |
| Soy sauce | 450 ml bottle | $7.33 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Spaghetti | 450 g box | $2.67 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Spring mix salad greens | 150 g clamshell | $8.27 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Sriracha hot sauce | 500 g bottle | $10.91 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Strawberries | 450 g clamshell | $17.96 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Strawberry jam | 500 g jar | $8.52 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Sweet potatoes | 1.4 kg (3-4 potatoes) | $9.93 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Taco seasoning packet | 30 g packet | $1.65 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Tahini | 450 g jar | $9.60 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 3 Sept |
| Tilapia fillets (frozen) | 450 g bag | $6.35 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Toasted sesame oil | 150 ml bottle | $4.99 | Huckleberry · 10 Sept |
| Tomato paste | 150 g can | $3.75 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Top sirloin steak | 550 g pack | $28.34 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Sept |
| Tortilla chips | 350 g bag | $14.47 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Unsalted butter | 450 g (4 sticks) | $6.77 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Unsweetened cocoa powder | 250 g canister | $11.17 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| Vanilla extract | 60 ml bottle | $5.11 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Vegetable broth | 900 g carton | $5.44 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 26 Oct |
| Vegetable oil | 1.4 L bottle | $5.87 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Vermicelli noodles | 450 g box | $4.15 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 23 Sept |
| Vine tomatoes | 450 g (3 tomatoes) | $12.84 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Walnut halves | 250 g bag | $8.09 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| White button mushrooms | 250 g package | $4.71 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| White distilled vinegar | 950 ml bottle | $2.70 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| White miso paste | 450 g tub | $8.15 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 29 Aug |
| White sandwich bread | 550 g loaf (~20 slices) | $3.43 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Sept |
| Whole chicken | 2 kg bird | $18.80 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Whole milk | 3.8 L | $9.65 | Huckleberry · 9 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Whole wheat flour | 2.3 kg bag | $3.83 | Huckleberry · 2 Sept |
| Whole wheat sandwich bread | 550 g loaf | $3.43 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Worcestershire sauce | 300 ml bottle | $6.78 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Yellow cornmeal | 700 g bag | $11.92 | Huckleberry · 2 SeptWoolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Yellow mustard | 550 g bottle | $15.37 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Yellow onions | 1.4 kg bag (~5 onions) | $3.33 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 1 Nov |
| Yukon gold potatoes | 1.4 kg bag | $4.59 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 9 Sept |
| Zucchini | ~2 medium (450 g) | $5.07 | Woolworths NZ (Countdown) · 2 Sept |
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Cheapest dinners to cook in New Zealand
- Tuna Noodle Casserole$11.93 a serving
- Loaded Black Bean Sweet Potatoes$12.60 a serving
- BBQ Chicken Flatbread$12.89 a serving
- Chicken Fajita Bowls$13.41 a serving
- Classic Ground Beef Tacos$13.76 a serving
- Lentil Taco Flatbreads$13.87 a serving
- Baked Macaroni and Cheese$14.02 a serving
- Crispy Chickpea Pita Pockets$14.11 a serving
- Oven BBQ Drumsticks with Potato Wedges$14.13 a serving
- Blackened Tilapia with Lime Rice$14.20 a serving
Quick answers
- How much does it cost to cook dinner in New Zealand?
- Cooking one dinner from scratch in New Zealand costs a median of $18.12 a serving when you buy every pack the recipe needs, across 59 recipes priced at New Zealand supermarkets. Prices read 1 Nov 2026. Planning the week so meals share ingredients brings that down, because the packs you don't finish are a large part of the bill.
- What is the cheapest dinner to cook in New Zealand?
- Of the 59 dinners we priced in New Zealand, the cheapest is Tuna Noodle Casserole at $11.93 a serving, followed by Loaded Black Bean Sweet Potatoes ($12.60) and BBQ Chicken Flatbread ($12.89).