Trader Joe's Favorites February 2020

Hello loves! I’m a huge fan of Trader Joe’s and their unique, affordable, and delicious products. I asked on Instagram if you wanted to see a post on my favorites, and an overwhelming majority voted for yes. If you’ve never shopped at a TJ or you’re a regular looking to try new things, I hope you find something in this post that you want to pick up on your next shopping trip.

Bean and Cheese Burrito

THE best microwaveable burrito you will ever have. It’s just a flour tortilla with refined black beans and cheese but it is incredible and makes a perfect quick lunch or late night snack.

Mini Brie Bites

These have become a new staple in my work lunches. If you love Brie but don’t want to buy a whole piece for yourself, these little bites are the perfect way to get your cheese fix.

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Gnocchi is one of the products that everyone talks about from TJ. The sweet potato kind comes with this amazing butter sage sauce that melts with the gnocchi when they cook. This option is not as healthy as the cauliflower and kale kinds because it does come with a butter sauce, but it’s a delicious option.

Orange Chicken

A Trader Joe’s CLASSIC. This orange chicken is delicious and is easy to make on both the stove top and in the oven.

Everything but the Bagel Seasoning

Another TJ staple that I feel like everyone knows about. Incase you aren’t aware, this seasoning tastes like an everything bagel (just minus the bagel as the name implies).

Green Goddess Dressing

This is my go-to for when I make salads at home. It’s delicious and packed with great ingredients. Since it has avocado in it, I also like to put it on top of chili or a taco skillet if I don’t have any fresh avocados on hand.

Cauliflower Gnocchi

This is one of those TJ products that everyone and their mom talks about - and for good reason. It’s a healthier take on traditional gnocchi, and can be served a variety of ways with different sauces and veggies. To avoid the gnocchi from getting mushy, saute them on the stove top with a bit of olive oil or in the air fryer (never tried it this way but my mom uses her air fryer and loves it!).

Coconut Aminos

A great alternative to soy sauce. TBH I don’t really cook with this, but I use it whenever I order Chinese take out instead of the soy sauce they give you (it’s delicious on fried rice).

Quinoa Cowboy Veggie Burgers

Another quick and easy meal option! I personally just eat these with a bit of mayo on top and no bun. I’ve also seen people cut up a patty and use it on top of a salad which sounds tasty too. If you love a black bean burger or just want to try a meat alternative, I 10/10 recommend.

Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings

These aren’t as good as soup dumplings you’ll find at your favorite Asian restaurant, BUT they are pretty close. I always like to keep a box on hand incase I get the craving. You just pop them in the microwave and they’re ready to eat!

Plantain Chips

I went through a phase in college where I would buy 2-3 bags of these every time I went to TJ because I was that obsessed. Even though I don’t eat them AS frequently as I used to, they are still my top chip option. I have tried the plantain crisps as well and they are NOT the same … get the chips and you’ll be hooked!

Three Layer Hummus

There are so many great hummus choices at TJ (I love packing the individual size ones in my lunch) but this one has been my favorite lately. It’s traditional hummus on top, cilantro jalapeño in the middle, and spicy hummus on the bottom … SO GOOD. I pair this with the TJ reduced fat pita chips.

Almond Butter Granola

This is my newest discovery but I ate the first bag so quickly I had to include it. If you’re like me and don’t like dried fruit in your granola, but also don’t want it overly sweet, you should check this out.

Vegan Pesto

I love using this on gnocchi or pasta. It tastes just like traditional pesto, just has better ingredients.

Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups

If you like chocolate and almond butter, you need these in your life. I love that they’re individually wrapped so if I just want a little something sweet after dinner, I can just have one or two and fulfill my craving.

Cowboy Caviar

If you want to up your chips and salsa game, this is what you need. I love pairing it with the Trader Joe’s sweet potato tortilla chips.

Dark Chocolate Covered Powerberries

These are like the Brookside dark chocolate covered pomegranate seeds - just 100x better! One of my favorite things to treat myself with.

Let me know what your favorite Trader Joe’s item is!

Slap on some lipstick and smile

Channing