These arrived at my store a few months ago right next to the usual rice filled dolmas. I assume they’re meant to appeal to folks who are avoiding white rice in favor of higher protein grains. These aren’t terrible and I swear I feel better after eating these than the white rice version but the […]
Trader Joe’s Orange Muscat Vinegar (vegan)
I always have a bottle of this vinegar in my fridge and keep a spare bottle in my pantry since this isn’t always in stock. Not quite as versatile as balsamic, but the orange flavor enhances many salad ingredients including beets, avocado and jicama. The really great thing is that because this vinegar is relatively […]
Trader Joe’s Soft-Baked Snickerdoodles (vegan)
Homemade snickerdoodle cookies are a favorite in our house so I gave these a try. These cookies have a very strong cinnamon flavor which is OK for me, but might not go over with kids. Also, the texture is a bit gritty – probably due to the non-wheat flours. These are soft-baked cookies so soft […]
Trader Joe’s Vanilla Almond Granola (vegan)
This is my son’s favorite cereal, but it’s a little too sweet and rather monotone for my tastes. I prefer the granola that have some dried fruit for color and taste. However, this does have a nice crunch and makes a good layer in yogurt parfaits and also works really well as an ice cream […]
Trader Joe’s Palak Paneer
Trader Joe’s carries several types of Indian dishes in shelf stable pouches. These are a good value and combine well with each other. Serve with rice or naan bread for a complete meal. How much you like these will depend on how much you like Indian food in general. It’s also important to note that […]
Trader Joe’s Giant White Beans (vegan)
These beans are a filling and savory snack that earn 3 pineapples in my house, but may not in yours. The beans are in a mild, slightly sweet tomato based sauce. Both my son and I have been known to eat these right out of the jar. However, I suspect that the texture of this […]
Trader Joe’s Goddess Dressing (vegan)
This Goddess salad dressing appears to be exactly the same as the Annie’s brand. This is a rich and tasty dressing that takes even a plain salad up a notch. This is a vegan salad dressing – the creamy texture is from tahini. Location: Grocery aisle with salad dressings Quantity: 8 oz bottle, 8 servings […]
Trader Joe’s Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (vegan)
Trader Joe’s carries good quality olive oil for much less than health food stores. Go for the extra virgin, cold pressed option for the best flavor. Organic is a bonus. Location: Grocery aisle near the condiments Quantity: 16.9 oz bottle, 33 servings per bottle Calories: 120 calories per serving, 120 calories from fat Cost: