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10 Best Foods From Trader Joe’s For Your Budget

Are you struggling to eat healthy with your student budget? Well, it’s actually a lot easier than you might think. Trader Joe’s has everything from pre-made meals to fresh and organic produce. It is the perfect place to find quality and wholesome foods that will not only satisfy your taste buds but also your wallet. Here are 10 best foods from Trader Joe’s to keep in mind next time you’re grocery shopping!

1. Mandarin Orange Chicken

This pre-made, frozen chicken is one of best foods from Trader Joe’s and with good reason. It’s the perfect meal to make when you find yourself craving Chinese takeout. Just pair the chicken with some veggies and rice and you’ll have leftovers for the rest of the week!

2. Honey Nut O’s

Cereal is something you can never go wrong with. Trader Joe’s take on Honey Nut Cheerios is, in my opinion, even better than the original. It’s the staple you need in your pantry for those mornings when you sleep through your alarm.

3. Pollo Asado Burritos

When Taco Bell has ruined burritos for you, give them another chance with Trader Joe’s Pollo Asado Burritos. These tasty burritos will restore all the faith you once had in Mexican cuisine. Oh and they’ll keep you full all day. If you’re in the mood for Mexican, this is one of the best foods from Trader Joe’s.

4. Veggie Chips Potato Snacks

These light and airy chips are the perfect snack for in between classes. Pair them with some hummus or eat them as a side. Either way these should be a must-have on your grocery list.

5. Turkey, Spinach, and Swiss Cheese Wraps

Found in Trader Joe’s fresh produce section, these wraps are a great option for when you need a quick lunch on the go. The ingredients are right there in the name, no surprises found here.

6. Brownie Crisp Coffee Ice Cream Sandwiches

Coffee, ice cream, and chocolate all in one. What more could you want? These delicious and decadent dessert bars will for sure curb your sweet tooth when you’re cramming for finals.

7. Gluten Free Cheese Pizza With Cauliflower Crust

For all the gluten-free babes out there, this is one of the best foods from Trader Joe’s for you. Enjoy this tasty cheese pizza that swaps out a wheat crust for one made out of cauliflower.

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8. Banana Bread Mix

For those weekends when you’re feeling a bit homesick, pick this mix up from Trader Joe’s. Everything is already made for you, all you have to do is add water and eggs. Soon you’ll have banana bread almost as good as your mom’s!

9. Fettuccine With Mushrooms

Dreaming of eating pasta in the heart of Italy? Well although it’s not Italy, this pasta is not just one of the best foods from Trader Joe’s but also pretty authentic. It’s rich and creamy with the perfect amount of mushroom. Eat it to hold you over until your study abroad semester.

10. Coffee Cups

Make sure to start your morning off right with what’s really important in college- caffeine! Trader Joe’s has their own line of personal cups made to fit in Keurig Coffee Makers. Try any flavor from their huge array of options anywhere between light and dark or French and Colombian roasts.

Share what you think are the best foods from Trader Joe’s in the comments below!
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Katie Bittner

Lover of vintage clothes & coffee

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