If I told you that you could drastically cut down on your grocery bill all by shopping for certain things at Trader Joe’s, would you want to know how? I knew you would! Believe it or not, I wasn’t always a Trader Joe’s convert. But a few shops in, I knew I could never go back. I now see why they have a cult following. What I get there is less expensive and higher quality than most other grocery stores. That’s not to say I buy everything there, but there are definitely must-haves on my shopping list that I always pick up at Trader Joe’s.
And that’s not only because of reasons like they have the freshest produce or least expensive flowers, but because they have things you can’t get anywhere else too! On that note, let’s talk about my Trader Joe’s shopping trip must-haves shall we?
What I Always Buy at Trader Joe’s
1. Produce: I literally buy ALL my produce there. It’s inexpensive, always fresh and doesn’t go bad too fast.
2. Frozen fruit and veggies: They make the most delicious smoothies. Go for the frozen berries and spinach.
3. Low sodium broth: Broth can actually be kind of pricey, but not at TJ’s! I stock up so I have plenty on hand for my soup, quinoa, sauteed vegetables etc.
4. Chia seeds and flaxseeds: Anyone who’s visited a health food store knows how much these add up.
5. Olive oil: You can get a huge bottle for a song and then you won’t need to buy another one for at least a few months.
6. Flowers: I cannot think of a better place to buy fresh flowers. They make the best DIY floral arrangements and bouquets and are so much less than a florist!
7. Wine: Skip the liquor store and head to Trader Joe’s the next time you have a party! You won’t believe how much you’ll save.
8. Dairy: Eggs, butter and milk are outrageous these days and if you eat organic, forget it. You’ll want to pick those up there too.
9. Skillet meals: Sometimes you just want to take it easy. Meals in a bag are perfect for those days. And there are SO many options at Trader Joe’s!
10. Frozen Enchiladas: Never has frozen food tasted this good! I dress them up with fresh avocado and have an instant meal!
Now that you know why you’ll find me at Trader Joe’s every week, make a note of these Trader Joe shopping trip must-haves and get ready to fall in love with this one-of-a-kind store yourself!
Trader Joe’s is such an awesome store! I go there all the time. They have amazing products.
Trader Joes is a little bit of a trip for me but I go every chance I get. I never tried the wine but will keep it in mind for the next party
I love Trader Joe’s! I wish there was one closer. I only go every few months since it’s pretty far. I stock up on Cookie Butter, the fried rice, and I’ve been searching for pancake bread.
I love shopping at Trader Joes. I always find new foods that I want to try.
Trader Joe’s is one of my favorite stories to shop at. I typically always get their fried rice and sour dough bread.
I love Trader Joes and Aldi’s. I find what I need and it is an experience in itself. I love the flowers at Trader Joes!
Oh! I didn’t ever think to check the prices on olive oil at Trader Joe’s. I assumed (for whatever reason) they would be higher. Thanks! I’m heading to Trader Joe’s to score some deals!
I just found this so interesting. A Trader’s Joes recently opened in the next town over and I haven’t been there yet, I think I’ll hit it this weekend!
What wonderful reasons to shop at Trader Joe’s! Our neighborhood here in CA really wishes they would open one of their stores in our area. But whenever I’m out and about across town, I enjoy stopping in to see what’s new!
Love Trader Joes! We stock up on wine when we go and their flowers are always a favorite.
I wish we had this store in our area. I’m always hearing of such great things about this place. I hope someday I’ll find one and be able to shop there.
I love Trader Joe’s, and it really is a treat to go there. I like most everything that we buy from there. Thanks for sharing your faves.. good to know about the produce.
We love Trader Joes, but we don’t go nearly as much as we should for how close it is. I need to get my produce there more!
You have me wanting to make a trip there!
This is a good place to have great deals. The money you’ll spend would really be worth it. The bottle of wines are such a nice view.
I never know what to get at Trader’s Joes. This is so helpful. I will be looking for all of these things next time we’re there.
Trader Joe’s sounds like a must visit store. Love all the tips you shared
Thanks for the great tips! I love shopping at Trader Joes!
Love Trader Joes! It has so many great food options that are a fit for our family.
I used to love Trader Joes but there aren’t any of them near me here in Iowa. They had some delicious cookies that a client of mine used to bring in every time she came by the vet office I worked in. I would love to get some of those!
This is a fab news for me! I am excited to visit Trader Joes soon! Lots of great deals.
Trader Joe’s is my most favorite place to go. I love it!
You know Trader Joe’s is one of my favorite store but I don’t get there much as there isn’t one in my county!!! I have to travel 45 minutes to the closest one! It’s crazy!
I love their frozen skillet dishes and meals. I have a meeting close by one a few times a year and I always bring a cooler bag and stock up.
I love their zucchini spirals or noodles and their Everything But the Bagel seasoning. It’s the best seasoning for sunny-side-up eggs. My son loves it too!
Love all your options! We have a Trader Joes near us! I love shopping there!
This is an awesome list! I’ll have to remember all of this next trader joes trip!
I love Trader’s Joe. I visit the store 4-5 x a week! A great store!