A Sneak Peek Inside My Grocery Cart
Ever wished you could take a dietitian to the grocery store with you? Maybe you’d like some new meal or snack ideas? Or perhaps you’re bored with the same old same old and looking for some new foods to try?
I may not be able to come to the store with you (although if you live locally and you’d like that, email me and we’ll see what we can work out)…BUT, I’ve done my best to bring you along with me on my last shopping trip!
Yes, people did look at me like I was crazy. And yes, I did take a picture of my grocery cart anyway. And yes, those are my feet in the photo. But…without further ado, let me show you what I bought and what I’m planning to make.
For disclosure’s sake, I have absolutely no stakes or interests in any of these companies. These are just products I like and use.
Here are some highlights from my cart:
Lots of fresh berries, apples, pears, bananas, fresh avocado, red cabbage, kale, carrots, and other produce to make it easy to eat the RAINBOW.
Chia seeds, full of fiber and omega-3s, to sprinkle on yogurt or oatmeal, add to muffins or salads, and eat in a chia seed pudding, which makes a great breakfast or snack.
Frozen avocado chunks: great for omelets and smoothies.
Banza pasta—it’s made from chickpeas and tastes so good my kids have yet to realize they’re not eating the traditional stuff! Plus, it’s got 14 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving.
Greek yogurt: The plain 2% variety because I want a little fat to make it more satiating; we’ll flavor it ourselves with some nut butter and/or fruit. Plus, I’ve also got a lower sugar, flavored variety for days when I’m in a hurry or want something a bit sweet.
RightRice: A yummy blend made of lentils, chickpeas, peas, and rice flour that packs 5 grams of fiber and 10 grams of protein! Mmmm.
Frozen edamame: A super portable, protein-rich snack that, sprinkled with a bit of sea salt, can satisfy the urge for something salty. (Plus, paired with a grilled cheese sandwich or some rolled up turkey and cheese it can round out a balanced meal for the kiddos.)
Frozen Barramundi: This fish is so handy to have in the freezer for a last-minute dinner. We like it grilled or broiled and topped with a fresh traditional or fruit salsa.
Marinated slow roasted tomatoes, green olives, and peppers from the olive bar. These are awesome for a quick snack, to top on avocado toast, or to add to omelets, sandwiches, or wraps.
I’ve also got eggs (I love making quiche with an almond flour crust), a whole chicken, and ground turkey for some easy family dinners.
Also, you can't see it in the photo but there's definitely some dark chocolate buried somewhere in that cart, because really, why leave the grocery store with out it?!
I get a lot of questions about plant-based protein options…so if you’re also curious about that, take note that there are 3 or 4 good choices in this basket.
Oh—and if you like this “grocery basket” post, be sure to email me and let me know! If it’s helpful, I’ll do it again with a different theme, different market, etc.
And if you’re curious or confused about something in the grocery store (for example, I get a lot of questions about making sense of the yogurt and milk aisles), be sure to email and let me know and I’ll address it in future posts!