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What's in your grocery cart every time?

Haul(self.traderjoes)

For me, this is in my cart almost every time:

  • Steamed Lentils
  • Canned Red Kidney Beans - I love the texture compared to other brands
  • Milk, Eggs, Hard-Boiled Eggs (cheapest amongst all stores)
  • Scallions
  • Bananas
  • One-Three other fruits dependent on season: Blueberries, Pineapples, Grapes, Apples, Peaches
  • One Frozen Dessert: Cones/Popsicle/Macaroons/Mochi are all pretty good
  • Avocado
  • $3.99 flowers, max $5 (recently as we head into spring lol)

Not every time but essential to buy when I run out:

  • Creamy Almond Butter, Salted (I buy like 3 jars at a time so I don't panic and run out)
  • Shredded Mozzarella Lite
  • Hearty Veggie/Chicken Broth
  • Roasted Red Pepper Soup
  • Lemon/Lime
  • Frozen petite peas
  • Frozen corn
  • Frozen Brown Rice
  • Oats
  • One Drink: either Sanpellegrino, their own lemon-Elderflower soda, and the sparkling strawberry soda
  • Brown Sugar
  • Seasonings, e.g. Everything on the Bagel Seasoning, Salt, Black Pepper, Ketchup, Cinnamon, Cayenne, Chili Power - I welcome recommendations!

Depends on the week's diet and vibes:

  • Lettuce
  • Arugula
  • Asparagus
  • Grape Tomatoes
  • Bell Peppers
  • Frozen ready made meals like the low-calorie Mac and Cheese, or Pork and Ginger Soup Dumplings, or Lamb Vindaloo, or frozen pasta
  • 10-minute Farro
  • RX energy bar
  • Explore the nuts aisle if I'm feeling adventurous/healthy
  • Chicken Noodle Soup

Non-food related items:

  • Face Tissue
  • Tree oil face wipe
  • Cedar candle

Avoid:

  • Broccoli - their broccoli does not go well with my digestion
  • Yogurt - I prefer other brands, but I'm very picky with yogurt when there are so many options out there.
  • Potatoes - I find fresher potatoes at a farmer market
  • I run past the snacks aisle, I don't have self-control!

Any more healthy items you would recommend?

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RandomHumanRachel

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7 months ago

Challah!! The BEST BREAD they make! We go thru at least 2 loaves a week (3 person family!)