I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (2024)

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Shyla Cadogan

2024-01-20T11:53:01Z

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (1)

I'm a busy 24-year-old dietitian living in the Washington, DC, area.
I shop at Trader Joe'severy week with fast, easy, healthy, and affordable meals in mind.
The store has a great selection of foods, such as freeze-dried berries and shredded hash browns.

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I always throw Trader Joe's wild blueberries into oatmeal.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (5)

Wild blueberries are the adorable miniature version of the regular berry and contain more fiber and antioxidants.

They're the same price as the regular frozen blueberries at my local Trader Joe's, so I always opt for wild.

I sprinkle them into oatmeal, smoothies, or yogurt during my typical busy week. Sometimes I even just pour them in a bowl with some cold milk for a quick snack.

When I have more time on the weekends, I cook them down on the stove to make a blueberry compote I can drench my pancakes in.

Frozen pineapple chunks make the perfect sweet treat.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (6)

In my opinion, Trader Joe's frozen pineapple chunks are the only ones that taste ripe and sweet every time. No need to go cut up a pineapple when you have these on hand.

They go great in smoothies, but they're also flavorful enough to eat on their own.

Frozen hash browns save the day when it comes to meal-prepped breakfasts.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (7)

Trader Joe's frozen hash browns are the ultimate blank canvas for breakfast.

I like to cook an entire bag of shredded potatoes on Sundays with eggs, black beans, and various spices to have a ready-to-eat breakfast hash for the week.

In the mornings, all that's left to do is top it with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Roasted seaweed is a hit for crushing salt cravings.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (8)

Roasted seaweed is my snack of choice for when I want something salty and crunchy.

Trader Joe's wheat noodles are my favorite for stir-fries.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (9)

Sign me up for any noodles that I don't have to boil.

There's no easier way to make a quick Asian-inspired salad, stir-fry, or soup than with the help of Trader Joe's Thai wheat noodles.

Just tear open the package and throw it into whatever you're making.

Hearts of palm 'pasta' is a cheat code for eating more veggies.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (10)

If you struggle to eat enough vegetables, Trader Joe's hearts of palm "pasta" is an easy solution.

Though it's no Barilla, the high-fiber noodle alternative is packed with beneficial antioxidants and is significantly lower in carbohydrates in comparison, if that's your thing.

I like to use it as a base for my meal-prep pasta salad. I usually just add regular pasta, whatever protein and vegetables I have on hand, and Italian dressing.

I can make anything I want ranch-flavored.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (11)

The ranch seasoning has seriously elevated every dish I've put it on.

I'm a big fan of using it to season chicken or popcorn, or I'll mix it up with Greek yogurt for a delicious high-protein dip to dunk my veggies in.

The store's fiber-filled oats are a breakfast must.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (12)

Trader Joe's version isn't your standard, everyday bag of rolled oats.

The organic rolled oats with ancient grains and seeds are packed with amaranth, quinoa, chia seeds, and flax seeds, giving you even more fiber and heart-healthy fats than a standard variety.

I like to use the earthy oat blend to make a savory oatmeal bowl topped with egg, guacamole, and hot sauce.

Coconut water is the perfect 3 p.m. pick-me-up.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (13)

Whether I blend it in my smoothies or drink it straight out of the bottle, Trader Joe's coconut water is a hydration staple.

The tropical drink is full of electrolytes, such as potassium and magnesium, that can help fight midday fatigue.

I drink a bottle in the middle of the day or after hitting the gym to make sure I'm thoroughly rehydrated.

Freeze-dried berries are a convenient way to eat more fruit.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (14)

I will always sign up for fruit that doesn't require a fridge, especially when the price point is lower than fresh.

Berries are rich in gut-healthy fiber and antioxidants, which is why I opt for Trader Joe's easily portable freeze-dried berry medley.

I like them sprinkled over yogurt or ice cream and use them in my homemade berry-granola bars.

Lentil soup is my go-to, no-cook dinner on busy nights.

I'm a dietitian who shops at Trader Joe's. Here are 11 things I'm buying this month to get more fiber and nutrients. (15)

On nights when cooking simply isn't in the cards, Trader Joe's lentil soup saves the day.

The high-fiber, heat-and-serve soup pairs unbelievably well with grilled cheese, but it's also good with just a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives.

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