This is one of my new favorite foods from Trader Joe’s. I’m not generally a fan of riced cauliflower which I find to be an unsatisfying replacement for real rice. However this dish totally works due to an interesting and satisfying combination of ingredients, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, baked tofu, and roasted onions, and a flavorful […]
Falafel Salad
Trader Joe’s Baked Falafel Salad Palette consist of falafel cubes, feta cheese, tomato, cucumber, and red onion on a bed of romaine lettuce and kale with yogurt-hummus dressing. This is a filling salad but the flavors and textures don’t quite work. The heavy toppings flatten the lettuce and cause it to become limp and sometimes […]
Quinoa Duo with Vegetable Melange (vegan)
This quinoa dish is super easy to cook and quite tasty and satisfying. Colorful vegetable pieces make this an attractive side dish. Add a can of garbanzo beans for a complete meal. Drizzle with a little olive oil and add salt & pepper to taste. What’s your favorite frozen grain dish from Trader Joe’s? Location: […]
Trader Joe’s Vegetable Panang Curry (vegan)
This is a really tasty curry dish due mostly to delicious sauce. Extra points for being vegan and low cost. The rice is packaged in a separate compartment in the tray and cooks up nice and fluffy. The vegetables aren’t readily identifiable. I wouldn’t have known there are asparagus and kale in the mix unless […]
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 Roasted Garlic Hummus (vegan)
This hummus has a nice texture and flavor. My only complaint is that like all TJ’s hummus containers, there’s a large indentation in bottom so there’s much less hummus than you anticipate. Location: Chilled case, usually near the produce section Quantity: 7 oz tub, 7 servings per container Calories: 50 calories per serving, 25 calories […]
Trader Joe’s Black Bean & Corn Enchiladas (vegan)
Trader Joe’s black bean and corn enchiladas is one of my favorite frozen food items. This item appears to be identical to the Amy’s brand version, except for the packaging. 4 pineapples, plus bonus points for organic main ingredients and low price! These enchiladas are made from corn tortillas, filled with beans, corn, tofu, zucchini, […]
Easy Risottos from Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s Asparagus Risotto is very tasty and easy to make. If you’re not an asparagus fan, try the mushroom or butternut squash risottos.
Trader Joe’s Budget Mexican Feast
Trader Joe’s cheese enchiladas and black bean & corn enchiladas over rice. Plus, a southwest salad with added avocado and cherry tomatoes. Enough for 2 people for about $10.
Trader Joe’s Easy Upscale Spinach Salad
Add sliced apple or pear to the Baby Spinach Salad Kit for a restaurant-quality salad at a fraction of the cost.