Whole30 Trader Joes Must Haves (2024)

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Hi friends!! I have been dying to write this Whole30 Trader Joes Must Haves post since I finished Whole 30!! First I told you about my must haves for Costco, then I went over everything you need to get from Thrive Market,Amazon, Aldi, Targetand Ralphs/Kroger. NOW it’s time to share what I loved and used all the time during Whole30 from Trader Joes! I know not everyone has TJs, but it is one of our favorite places we shop for our weekly groceries. We always find Whole30 Snacks at Trader Joes. It was a HUGE lifesaver to be able to pick up tons of pre chopped organic veggies and quality meat, as well as these convenience foods! Here is my list for Whole30Whole30 Trader Joes Must Haves (2)Trader Joes MUST HAVES!! PDF of full list HERE!

1. Whole30Whole30 Trader Joes Must Haves (3) Trader Joes Frozen Veggies:

These are my favorites from the frozen section! I use the frozen cauliflower rice all the time, especially in my Cauliflower Fried Rice. I also use the bell pepper and onions in the fried rice, stir fry, burrito bowls or with burgers! The Mashed Sweet Potatoes are seasonal but when they come around they are perfect for a quick microwaveable side. Just mix in some salt, pepper and garlic powder!

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2.Whole30 Trader Joes Meats:

Let’s talk meat options at Trader Joes that are Whole30 Compliant. There are 3 types of frozen burgers that are compliant: Turkey Burgers, Chili Lime Chicken Burgers & Grass Fed Angus Beef Burgers! There are also 2 compliant chicken sausages: Garlic Herb & Spicy Italian! These are great for dinners and lunch but I love chopping them up with eggs for breakfast too. And of course the Applegate hot dogs are a great easy meal option that kids love!

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3.Whole30 Trader Joes Veggies:

While all vegetables are Whole30 compliant, these packaged & pre chopped veggies make life so much easier on Whole30! Cauliflower & Broccoli rice is great cooked up with some spices, broccoli slaw is great roasted or cooked in a pan with eggs for breakfast, and the Crunch mix is a great salad base.The cauliflower rice is perfect in my Cauliflower Fried Rice– we use it all the time!!

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4. Whole30 Trader Joes Fridge items:

These are some of my favorite fridge picks from Trader Joes that are Whole30. Guacamole is the best healthy fat and I try to have some every day on Whole30 to keep me full. Sauerkraut is great for your tum as the fermentation is great for gut health! If you like pickles you will love this stuff! The chopped veggies mix is great for stir fry and the pre cooked sweet potatoes are FAB to add to meals with no effort.

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5. Whole30 Trader Joes Pantry Staples:

Oddly there is only one marinara sauce that is Whole30 compliant at TJs and not everyone is able to find it! The Roasted Garlic Spaghetti Sauce is fab and no added sugars or oil! YAY! Perfect for my Cheeseless Chicken Parm! I use tahini ALL the time and love it in my simple tahini sauce. I put that stuff on veggies, meat and anything else I like. As for pickles you will find that most on the market have added yellow dye and sugar. These Kosher Dill Pickles are clean and so tasty!

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6. Whole30 Trader Joes flour, milk & butta:

When you want to breaded anything on Whole30, coconut & almond flour will be your best friend! I use a blend of the two in my Whole30 Chicken Tenders and they are SO good! These two coconut milks only have coconut in them! They are great in sauces, soups or in your coffee in the morning. And of course GHEE! Love this stuff for cooking meat on the stove top.

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7. Whole30 Trader Joes Snacks- Nuts!

All nuts at TJs were great but we especially loved snacking on these hazelnuts… and not only because they satisfied a nutella craving! I love using nuts to make homemade nut butters or my Nutty Seedy Cacao Bites!

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8. Whole30 Trader Joes Snacks:

So on Whole30 they don’t recommend lots of snacking, but if you are hungry between meals you need to eat!! Epic bars & RX bars are my favorites and at most TJs! The Chicken Sriracha is compliant and most RX bars are too!

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9) Whole30 Trader Joes Drinks:

I love their simple sparkling waters but these are my go to! Coffee obviously.. obsessed. And these Spindriff drinks are great because they just have a little bit of natural fruit juices and carbonated water.

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This is really scratches the surface of all of the great finds out there. I also love their frozen chicken thighs, and dates! I just love Trader Joes Whole 30 items!

Here are some other Whole30 Must Haves lists you can use on your journey!

Trader Joes

Target

Costco

Amazon

Thrive Market

Ralphs/ Kroger

Aldi

Walmart

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FAQs

Is Chick Fil A Whole30 approved? ›

Chick-fil-A

They're off-limits because they contain ingredients like cornstarch, molasses, and soybean oil. Even the fruit cups contain added sugar, and the salads have ingredients like soybean oils and cornstarch.

Is Trader Joe's everything bagel seasoning Whole30? ›

A few other of my fave Trader Joe's staples during a Whole30 include their spice blends, of course the “everything but the bagel” seasoning, along with the seasoning salt! I used to love Lowry's, but since that's out, this seasoning salt makes up for it!

Is Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi Whole30? ›

Since this includes a non-grain-based flour, Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi is fair game on Whole30.

Are Trader Joe's plantain chips Whole30 compliant? ›

If you want to be totally strict and by the Whole30 book, you're not supposed to substitute compliant foods for snacking or as alternatives to, say, pasta or baked goods, either. For example, Trader Joe's has excellent compliant plantain chips, but on a by-the-book Whole30, you're supposed to sustain from them.

Can you have McDonald's fries on Whole30? ›

For that reason we do not allow commercially-prepared fries or chips, or deep-frying starchy veggies and turning them into fries or chips during your Whole30.

Are McDonald's fries Whole30? ›

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Tamar Samuels, MS, a registered dietician and co-founder of Culina Health, adds the pickles are a no-no, but you can ask for extra lettuce to make a DIY lettuce wrap. You'll have to give up the fries, but there is something you can order to complete your meal. “Apple slices.

Are dill pickles Whole30 compliant? ›

Yes, both pickles and bananas are allowed on Whole30. Yet if they are a potential trigger food for you (for instance, the sweetness of bananas sets off a craving for other treats or makes you want to binge on the fruit), then you may consider including them on your “don't eat” list.

Is Trader Joe's chicken sausage Whole30 compliant? ›

Remember, any meat without ingredients is Whole30 compliant. At Trader Joe's, they have lots of options for this. They also have a few options that I consider great finds! They have two chicken sausages: Spicy Italian, which are pre-cooked, and Sundried Tomato, which are not.

Can you eat gnocchi on Whole30? ›

Read your labels; if there is any form of alternative flour or starch used in the pasta, noodles, or gnocchi, it's out for your Whole30 elimination.

Is coconut milk OK for Whole30? ›

Full-fat coconut milk is a great substitute for milk and cream. Just make sure there aren't any sulfites. Thai Kitchen, Native Forest, and Whole Foods 365 are all Whole30-compliant.

Can you eat rice cakes on Whole30? ›

Well, the Whole30 diet requires you to eliminate many common foods in order to maintain a healthier diet. It eliminates grains, dairy, wheat, rice, oats, and corn. Soy, beans, and peanuts are eliminated, too.

Can you eat pepperoni on Whole30? ›

Pepperoni: This is optional. If you have a local butcher or a higher end grocery store there is a pretty high chance they will have meat without all of the added additives. Most store bought name brands of meat are not whole30 approved because of all of the additives.

Are bananas OK on Whole30? ›

Basically, all fruits and veggies are acceptable on Whole30, so your favorite apples, bananas, berries, and the like are fair game.

Can you eat popcorn on Whole30? ›

Anything with gluten is off-limits, along with rice, oats, corn and pseudo-grains like quinoa or buckwheat. That means no pasta and popcorn for 30 days.

Is kombucha Whole30 approved? ›

If it has our Whole30 Approved logo on it, it's compatible. *Still other brands of kombucha use sugar in the fermentation process, AND add sweetener after the fact. This rules it out for the program, because if you look at the ingredient list, you'll see “stevia.” This part isn't tricky.

What fast food can you have on Whole30? ›

What are the best Whole30 fast food orders?
  • Subway's Make Your Own Salad. ...
  • Starbucks's Black Coffee and Protein Boxes (Without Cheese) ...
  • Dunkin's Black Coffee. ...
  • Panera Bread's Custom Salads. ...
  • Chipotle's Whole30 Salad Bowl with Carne Asada or Chicken. ...
  • Five Guys' Hamburger (With a Lettuce Bun) ...
  • In-N-Out's "Protein Style" Hamburger.
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Does Chick-fil-A do 30 count nuggets? ›

Family Meal options include: 30ct Chick-fil-A® Nuggets. 4ct Original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwiches.

Is there 30 piece nuggets at Chick-fil-A? ›

The biggest addition is a 30-count chicken nugget option, perfect for those who aren't satisfied with the previous eight and 12 piece options. Just don't forget to grab extra packets of Polynesian sauce.

Is Chipotle chicken Whole30 compliant? ›

Yes! The Whole30 compatible Wholesome Bowl comes with adobo chicken but you can also build the same bowl with carnitas for a compatible meal.

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