Top 10 Vegan Trader Joe's Products We Love

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  • Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
  • Check out the blog post for an up close look at our Top 10 list: bit.ly/KrockTJTop10
    Trader Joe's has been one of our favorite places to shop since we switched to a whole food, plant-based diet. In this video, we share our Top 10 favorite things to buy at Trader Joe's! Let us know in the comments section below what YOUR favorite Trader Joe's finds are!
    This review is NOT a paid endorsement. We purchased all of the products with our own money and are providing our honest opinions.
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  • @theaspiringmidwife
    @theaspiringmidwife 5 років тому +61

    I like to mix a container of the fiesta dip up with 8 ounces pasta for a mexican mac n cheese. I add pico, green chiles, black beans, and TJ's fire-roasted corn :) Serves 4

  • @sherrimckenzie9438
    @sherrimckenzie9438 5 років тому +5

    Frozen mango, Frozen blueberries, cauliflower pizza crust, vegetable fried rice, tortillas, rice crackers, eggplant hummus.

  • @flojopdx
    @flojopdx 4 роки тому +1

    My fave vegan TJ finds: Nooch, queso dip, falafel mix, GF cornbread mix, baked beans, vegetarian chili, cherry chip soy ice cream, frozen enchiladas, orange chocolate sticks, cinnamon rolls, island Soyaki sauce, sriracha and roasted garlic BBQ sauce, and much more!

  • @Jewlz4ever
    @Jewlz4ever 5 років тому +31

    10. Jicama sticks
    9. Smoked Paprika
    8. Cruciferous Crunch Collection
    7. Mixed nut butter
    6. Everything But The Bagel sesame seasoning
    5. Whole wheat pita
    4. Riced vegetable medley
    3. Tahini (one ingredient version)
    2. Frozen Riced Cauliflower Bowl
    1. Cashew Fiesta Dip

  • @oolongteaforjoyluck17
    @oolongteaforjoyluck17 4 роки тому +8

    Love, love, love Brian's announcer voice. Jessica's facial expressions are classic.

  • @Pocketpebbledesigns
    @Pocketpebbledesigns 4 роки тому +1

    Just learned that you can put a cup of water in the instant pot with cruciferous crunch. 3 min. Instant release. Add flavored balsamic and walnuts. Easy greens!

  • @angiebyars5242
    @angiebyars5242 4 роки тому +2

    Trader Joe’s has an amazing garlic spread/dip for $3. It’s right there in the cold section near the hummus spreads. When I was at the checkout line, buying 2 containers, I mentioned to the cashier that it was one of my favorite things. He said he loved it and thought it was their best product. He said it was a customer favorite, best seller, too.
    It’s great as a topping for a soup, added to hummus or salad dressing, as a sandwich spread, ect. It’s tasty with vegan plant meats like chickun or meatless balls, added to a taco and so on...
    Thanks for the inspiration & helpful content you share.

  • @mainejane6140
    @mainejane6140 4 роки тому +2

    Please do a video on all the things you like from Trader Joe’s. The more the better we don’t need to limit it to 10

  • @Dixieburk1
    @Dixieburk1 4 роки тому +5

    My favorite thing from TJ’s is Mushroom and Company Multipurpose umami seasoning blend. I put it in almost everything except oatmeal!

  • @Kattmandu19
    @Kattmandu19 5 років тому +9

    I love Trader Joe's frozen roasted corn. Great for tossing in salads but also veggie burritos. I would definitely use that queso in the burritos. Have to find it at my local TJ's 😍

  • @thebluevelvetriver
    @thebluevelvetriver 4 роки тому +4

    I appreciate y'all. I drifted my boyfriend into plant based with ordering the Purple Carrot meals - but it's tiring to do their meals after a few weeks. Yours is one of the only channels he is interested in watching which helps him also learn along with me how this doesn't have to be difficult.

  • @charmainemrtnz
    @charmainemrtnz 4 роки тому +1

    Just made hummus. Made a mistake and opened northwest beans and garbanzo beans. Oops!! Turned out okay. Just added less bean water. Then tomato basil, kitchen table spices and then garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, lemon pepper, aminos (just a few drops and mixed in the food processor. My honey loves it. He has it on toast. I use for veggie dip, salad dressing. Thanks for your recipes.

  • @LearningPlantingGrowing
    @LearningPlantingGrowing 4 роки тому +1

    I just saw today target has a plant based nutritarian compliant tzatziki sauce! As well as a buffalo and a queso!!! I was so happy to see that!!

  • @Kellaramma64
    @Kellaramma64 5 років тому +60

    Would love to see a video making your pizza with the cashew queso dip on top. Love your videos

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +12

      We will definitely be doing that in the future. We are currently experimenting with making a chickpea flour crust for it!

    • @elleconnolly5519
      @elleconnolly5519 4 роки тому

      Yes please do! Can’t wait for that one

    • @dawndrew8313
      @dawndrew8313 4 роки тому

      Wish I could stand cashews ..

  • @elleconnolly5519
    @elleconnolly5519 4 роки тому +1

    I love your videos and your story! I just copied your list for my next visit to Trader Joe’s! Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us.

  • @Jademoff16
    @Jademoff16 5 років тому +1

    A nice summer dinner I have enjoyed for years is a cool broccoli salad inside a pita pocket.

  • @jdakat88
    @jdakat88 4 роки тому +1

    Frozen mango...delicious in smoothies or as a dressing on salads with apples and nuts.

  • @mandymckk
    @mandymckk 5 років тому +8

    I love the announcer voice lol “Cruciferous Crunch Collection!!!” 😂

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +1

      Thank you! 😀 I love doing the announcer voice as well as many others. 😀

  • @bonniehoke-scedrov4906
    @bonniehoke-scedrov4906 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for this informative video! I got so much out of it.

  • @pawcatsfly
    @pawcatsfly 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for all these great tips!

  • @susanlarson4747
    @susanlarson4747 4 роки тому +1

    I LOVE their Sauerkraut with Pickled Persian Cucumbers. So good to add a forkful to salads.

  • @christinenason9477
    @christinenason9477 5 років тому +5

    Just found you guys. I’m so inspired by your weight loss. Keep up the great work and videos.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @maryanni.4199
    @maryanni.4199 4 роки тому +1

    1) Soy creamer for coffee . 2) Balsamic Vinegar glaze is amazing on top of fresh tomatoes. 3) Canned stuffed grape leaves. 4) Blueberry vegan yogurt on top of fresh blueberries or fruit. 5) Another favorite is steamed lentils (mixed with #6) 6) bruschetta on top of a bed of lettuce. 7) frozen organic brown rice is great. 8) I get the coconut that is shredded in larger pieces so I could make bacon-like pieces for potato salad. 9) Tiny avocado is good because it is small and there are several inside the package. 10) Shredded broccoli stems are wonderful. I believe everything is Vegan, but please check ingredients to make sure.

  • @msmreviews8408
    @msmreviews8408 4 роки тому +1

    Jessica you really love Matchbox 20!!! Second T-Shirt I see! Roasted is not bad for you, it enhances the flavor without removing or adding anything! Be afraid of salt or natural flavors, not roasted stuff.

  • @ltlt5268
    @ltlt5268 4 роки тому +1

    You guys are inspiring! Definitely helping the world by inspiring people to start making change for better self!

  • @mshockey73
    @mshockey73 4 роки тому

    Thanks so much guys. Definitely going to try some of these!

  • @robinsweet1827
    @robinsweet1827 4 роки тому +5

    Oh man, now I need to track down a Trader Joe's. Cashew "queso" sounds FREAKIN' AMAZING!! I also like the idea of a 1-ingredient tahini sauce.

  • @lynnminich3884
    @lynnminich3884 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the Cruciferous Crunch tip! I'd been buying plain shaved Brussels sprouts at my local supermarket, but multiple cruciferous veggies are always preferable to just one!

  • @oleeb
    @oleeb 4 роки тому +1

    I'm gonna try a couple of these things because I didn't know about them. I just gotta add, I really like you two. You're for real, not in any way pretentious and sincere. Just good people as far as I can see and that's pretty nice.

  • @cindystrother7710
    @cindystrother7710 5 років тому +1

    SO HAPPY I FOUND YOUR CHANNEL YOU 2 ARE A GREAT INSPIRATION THANK YOU BOTH SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR TIME AND INFORMATION

  • @hollylake2971
    @hollylake2971 5 років тому +4

    The queso dip is great on baked potatoes. Just found your channel last week. Very informative & enjoyable. Thank you.

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +3

      We will have to try that. Maybe I could finally get Jessica to eat a baked potato again. 😄
      -Brian

  • @Pocketpebbledesigns
    @Pocketpebbledesigns 5 років тому +4

    I usually cut jicama on my own. I will try these! They looked a bit drier to me in the store. Try them marinated overnight with TJ’s Chile Lime seasoning and one fresh squeezed lime. Snack heaven!

  • @anng.r.687
    @anng.r.687 5 років тому +9

    Another thing I get is their Marinara Sauce. They have one kind that had NO OIL in it. My #1 and #2 are Tahini and Cashew Dip. My #3 is Raw Almond Butter. You listed some things I haven’t tried. Thank you for the recommendations.

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      oh yeah I forgot about that. I get one of their sauces too. I should have added that to my top 10 list :)

  • @errorerror1337
    @errorerror1337 5 років тому +3

    Great vid! The Trader Joe's French Cut Green Beans (Haricote Vertes) dipped in hummus are a cool, crunchy match made in heaven. Their snap peas are great for snacking too!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +1

      Ooh I hadn't thought of that with the green beans! We have recently discovered the snap pea/hummus combo and it is great!

  • @theresajurrus6307
    @theresajurrus6307 4 роки тому +1

    We don’t have a Trader Joe’s but this was still fun to see your favs.

  • @alwayswfpb
    @alwayswfpb 5 років тому +4

    Just got back from Trader Joe's and picked up the Riced Cauliflower Bowl...BECAUSE OF YOU! Oh my gosh. So good. I added some chopped mushrooms and put them in on the second go in the mic...and then I dumped the whole thing over chopped romaine, which I prepped yesterday. That was because of YOU, Jessica! Watched your prepping video. I am totally WFPB/Vegan...but I get lazy. YOU made get back to prepping those all so important salads. BTW, I love the Cauliflower Gnocchi from Trader Joe's. Frozen. Excellent in the air fryer...dipped SOS free ketchup. I got mine from Dillon Homes but Primal Kitchen sells one at Sprouts.

    • @ruthtorphy2204
      @ruthtorphy2204 4 роки тому +1

      Lulu's Mom I did not care for Dillons cheese sauce

    • @alwayswfpb
      @alwayswfpb 4 роки тому +1

      Ruth Torphy But I suggested the ketchup I thought 💭 In any case, I agree with you...very lacking ... it needs some doctoring up.

  • @eandatoo
    @eandatoo 2 роки тому +1

    I love cashew queso dip. I dip sliced mushrooms in it. It's awesome!

  • @sproutygamerreads7947
    @sproutygamerreads7947 5 років тому +2

    I love the vegetable fried rice and harvest spice tea that comes out in fall. I need to try some of these!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +2

      I have not had their vegetable fried rice but I am sure it is quite tasty! 😀

  • @mousenmick
    @mousenmick 5 років тому +3

    I just found you guys, simply love your videos. Been vegan almost 30 years and I have learned a lot from you! Went straight to Trader Joe’s after the first video I watched. You both look so great and healthy !!! Keep it up!!

  • @abbykuo4884
    @abbykuo4884 4 роки тому +3

    Where did you get the flower-shape measuring teaspoon? It is so cute. My favorite item from Trader Joe's is their shelf-stable soymilk.

  • @potridge
    @potridge 4 роки тому +1

    I finally tried the fiesta dip. AMAZING!!!!!!!!! It has changed my attitude towards eating some of the less "popular" veggies, if you know what I mean!

  • @Tina-pn7sk
    @Tina-pn7sk 5 років тому

    I love the mixed nut butter! Their peanut butter without salt is amazing as well. Don’t miss the salt at all.

  • @josephinekromer2827
    @josephinekromer2827 5 років тому +1

    I haven't been to TJs in forever, but I remember loving the whole wheat sourdough bread. I try and limit grains to the occasional homemade whole wheat tortilla or bread and steel cut oats but tell ya what, it's a nice yummy treat! Especially toasted with hummus or avocado

  • @veganfortheanimals6994
    @veganfortheanimals6994 5 років тому +1

    You definitely inspired me to pick some of these up

  • @rosiela1011
    @rosiela1011 5 років тому +2

    You guys are great and so encouraging

  • @sleepygirll
    @sleepygirll 4 роки тому +1

    Everything bagel seasoning is now at my local Walmart for way cheaper than Trader Joe’s :)

  • @janek49
    @janek49 4 роки тому +1

    Try that Cashew Fiesta Dip on potatoes - it’s fantastic. I just microwave Yukon Gold potatoes, cut them up and smear that on top for many a dinner.

  • @kushlash2
    @kushlash2 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for another helpful video! Looking forward to going to TJs next weekend. That nut butter sounds really good.

  • @RobynSaavedra
    @RobynSaavedra 5 років тому

    Great review! Saves me time and money. TY!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +1

      Thank you! We are all about finding the balance between saving time and money! :)

  • @mollyricee
    @mollyricee 5 років тому +1

    I’d love to see what I eat today vids from you guys!!! Just binged watched all your vids. LOVE your styles!!! Hilarious easy going all around good people. Xo

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      Thank you very much! We really appreciate it! We are working on doing a "what we eat in a day" video soon. 😀

  • @esthersprinkle5797
    @esthersprinkle5797 5 років тому +1

    Great video...we love cruciferous crunch, the cashew cheese sauce, and tahini. Some other things are raw cashews, balsamic “Glaze,” fresh squeezed carrot juice for soup base, organic raspberry & strawberry fruit spread (no sugar added), organic canned tomato products, 21 Seasoning Salute (no salt but a nice kick), and many more!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +1

      That balsamic glaze is brilliant. It adds a huge hit in flavor. 😁

  • @jen-freedom-and-peace
    @jen-freedom-and-peace 4 роки тому +1

    the oil free eggplant hummus is awesome

  • @jilldigwood4328
    @jilldigwood4328 4 роки тому +1

    As I live in Spain I don't have a Trader Joe's, just wandered if you have a recipe for cashew cheese or maybe something you would make in the future. Love your channel 😘

  • @wendyeskelin8765
    @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

    I love Trader Joe's. I can't believe I only matched one item with your list ( Tahini sauce ) We love shopping there because they have a good selection of items without corn/wheat/soy which is hard to find thees days. My top 10 list is. #1 Mayonnaise ( because it's the only one I can find without corn or soy ) # 2 ketchup ( same reason ) #3 baked beans ( same reason ) #4 pickle relish ( same reason ) #5 red lentil pasta, #6 frozen beef cabbage rolls ( minimal ingredients ) #7 Frozen Chicken Tikka meal #8 yellow potatoes # 9 the trader joe's organic regular carrots ( I swear they are 10 x better than any other carrots - not sure why ) #10 a few things I used to love but no longer get due to food issues or my husbands favorites - trader joes thick honey yogurt, ciabbata bread for french toast, trader joe's organic blue corn chips, ... and my husbands favorite... bakery lemon stuffed cookies. ( he still gets those ) I am definitely going to look for the riced vegetable medley. That looks good. Thanks for the video. I love to know what other people buy at the store.

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      omg I forgot all about my latest favorite which is the tri colored frozen cauliflower. Even my dog goes crazy for it. He will eat 1/3 a bag of it and he's a chihuahua :)

  • @stankormy5717
    @stankormy5717 4 роки тому +1

    Good choices!

  • @sturkfeld
    @sturkfeld 4 роки тому

    Brian, you have a great announcer voice! You and Jessica are adorable together. I enjoy your videos.

  • @nancycosgrove4716
    @nancycosgrove4716 4 роки тому +1

    I moved to Colorado from Connecticut- no Aldi near me🙁🙁- I really really miss it

  • @creatorinyou1296
    @creatorinyou1296 4 роки тому

    I loved this video. I shop at Trader Joes all the time. This is very helpful.

  • @bmh80rn
    @bmh80rn 4 роки тому +1

    I love your channel and I love you guys! I am changing my diet and you are my go to guys. Plus you are a lot of fun. Brian, I love your announcer voice, esp when you make it echo. Could be a new career.

  • @gracehollow6293
    @gracehollow6293 4 роки тому +1

    I will have to try some of these. At the beginning of this video I said out loud "if mixed nut butter is not on their list I will quit watching"... Joking of course (kinda)... But I'm happy that I get to go on to the next vid... ;)

  • @ruthp4277
    @ruthp4277 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for telling me about the cashew fiesta cheese!!!!!!

  • @janice2532
    @janice2532 5 років тому +1

    Everything but the bagel is amazing. My daughter and I eat it on everything and you can get it also on Amazon
    Also, I love Matchbox 20 and Rob Thomas. Love the concert Ts. Live music is what the angels gave us. Or something like that. Its just Bad Ass.

  • @fracritel
    @fracritel 5 років тому +1

    Whole grain organic pizza crust for wraps is a good one ( has bit of soybean oil)

  • @Pocketpebbledesigns
    @Pocketpebbledesigns 5 років тому

    Can you give a couple examples of what you put the everything bagel seasoning on? I have it and don’t know what to use it on. Thanks.

  • @laineybugger
    @laineybugger 4 роки тому

    I went to Trader Joe’s tonight to get their brown rice that I use every week. I also got their cashew fiesta dip and spicy hummus to put on potatoes yummmm 🥔

  • @clipnews123
    @clipnews123 5 років тому +22

    I am enjoying your videos and would love to see some "what you eat in a day videos. I want to transition to a plant based diet but struggle with planning my weeks menu. Thanks

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      We have a "what I eat in a day" video in the works! Until we get it posted, if you are on Instagram, check out instagram.com/krocksinthekitchen - I posted everything I ate one day this week on our Instagram Stories! You can click the little "What We Eat" icon below our profile info to see an archive of it.

  • @pamelas7114
    @pamelas7114 4 роки тому +1

    Love that cashew queso dip too and just found it a few weeks ago. I buy organic whenever possible and love TJ's fat free refried beans, no salt peanut butter, miso broth, pickled beets, kosher dill slices, canned beans, and mushrooms. Most of their produce is great and cheaper than elsewhere! I get that mixed nut butter at Costco because its organic and a huge container!

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому +1

      omg !! another favorite I forgot ... the pickled beets ( no white vinegar = corn in there ) So hard to find anything pickled without it. The beets are soo good. I use them on salads or eat them plain out of the jar

  • @maggievicente9986
    @maggievicente9986 5 років тому

    Hi guys! Great video! I was just wondering what you use the everything bagel seasoning for? Thanks.

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +2

      Thank you for commenting! 😀 We use it on salads mostly. We have also used it on some whole wheat pita and hummus. And we sometimes use it on some roasted vegetables. It is some really good stuff. 😀
      -Brian

  • @sarahlittrell8960
    @sarahlittrell8960 4 роки тому +1

    If you guys like queso plantifulkiki has a bunch of plant based "cheese" dips recipes. She seems to be following a similiar diet as you guys.

  • @ajr4187
    @ajr4187 5 років тому +7

    What about the cauliflower gnocchi? Love your vids. Also so happy cashew fiesta is number one and holy hell that mixed nut butter in amazing but I can’t buy it because I’ll eat it in a day haha.

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      I got the cauliflower gnocchi but I haven't tried it yet. Did you ?

  • @Herschel1738
    @Herschel1738 5 років тому

    If you have an Aldis or Lidl store nearby, check them out. They have less selection than TJ's, but carry some of the same offbeat products, generally much cheaper than TJ's. I saw the Everything Bagel topping in one of them (Lidl, IIRC.).( I find both Trader Joe's & Whole foods somewhat expensive, but I live within a mile or two of 7 major grocery stores, so I have options.) Sprouts is also very good for offbeat products - they have bulk bins for some dry goods, which I like. I used to live in Canada and, boy, do I miss Bulk Barn.
    And smoked paprika is awesome!

  • @passionatepapercraft
    @passionatepapercraft 5 років тому

    Dorot frozen garlic and their frozen grated ginger. The little tsp. size frozen cubes just pop out of the small tray. So convenient and good quality!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      We will have to look into those! Thanks for the suggestions. 😀

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      My friend turned me on to the little garlic squares. She uses them in her hummus dip ! so good

  • @TheMtggrl
    @TheMtggrl 5 років тому

    Jicama Sticks ... and Everything But The Bagel seasoning ... I must get to Trader's Joe and try these, I adore jicama on my salads. Thanks for sharing ... I'll have to try many of these items and see how they work out for me.

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      There are so many great items at TJ's that you really can't go wrong! Thank you for commenting!😀
      -Brian

  • @pcchilek609
    @pcchilek609 4 роки тому

    My list is long but I always pick up the Whole Grain Crisps, Fresh Shiitake mushrooms, Yellow Curry Sauce, Fresh Shishedo Peppers, Capers, canned pumpkin, and of course their low cost dried fruits and also raw nuts are winners every time.

  • @biglonie
    @biglonie 5 років тому

    I love trader joes! Thanks for putting me on to some new foods!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      Thanks for checking it out :)

    • @lukelucy1980
      @lukelucy1980 5 років тому

      Trader Joes uses QAI as their main "certifier" for "their "Organic" Trader Joe's store labels. QAI has very weak standards and uses grey areas to the max. Try asking Trader Joes any hard core questions.... regarding their eggs, frozen seafood, etc. Additionally Trader Joe's uses the same tricks as Walmart to hire your neighbors for as little pay and benefits as possible

  • @shelbycriswellart
    @shelbycriswellart 5 років тому +1

    the everything bagel seasoning is my favorite on LITERALLY EVERYTHING, its so good

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      I'm trying to think what I might put it on. What do you use it on ?

    • @shelbycriswellart
      @shelbycriswellart 4 роки тому

      ​@@wendyeskelin8765 It's perfect if you prefer to buy plain bagels and then sprinkle it on your topping. I also throw it on top of salads, stir fries, and in dips

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      @@shelbycriswellart thank you !

  • @lesliejenkins7968
    @lesliejenkins7968 4 роки тому

    Popcorn and fiesta queso dip? Sounds good. Can't wait to go to Trader Joe's.

  • @pda2836
    @pda2836 5 років тому +1

    Great list!! Will try a couple of these. For shelf items, I love the TJs bean pasta... so good, organic and reasonably priced, as well as their raw nuts, and 21 Seasoning Salute (salt free & great in veggie soup). For the fridge, TJs also has the best price on organic tempeh and they have a delish rainbow wrap sandwich (hummus and veggies). Frozen, their tri color cauliflower can't be beat!! I don't get to TJs that often because it is 1.5 hrs away, but when I am in the area, I stock up on the above and grab a wrap for the road. I will keep an eye out for the queso and tahini next time I swing by. Thanks Krocks!!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      pda Thanks for all of the great ideas! We actually have the 21 seasoning but haven’t really used it yet so we’ll have to try it out! I actually almost bought that cauliflower on Saturday. I’ll have to get it next time. We are lucky and have a Trader Joe’s, Aldi & Whole Foods pretty close so I usually go to all 3 🙂

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому

      That tri color cauliflower is amazing ! One of my favorite finds there.

  • @xspiralx234
    @xspiralx234 5 років тому +1

    New to your channel and I love it. Great list. Try the tahini from Whole Foods. I think it tastes better than TJ's. A little more expensive though. Keep up the good work.

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      Thank you!! We will definitely try out the Whole Foods tahini!

  • @stephanieburns4560
    @stephanieburns4560 5 років тому

    I get the coconut water on a regular basis (the one without added sugar). It appeases my sweet tooth and is lo calorie and tasty.

  • @artpinsof5836
    @artpinsof5836 5 років тому +7

    Thanks for the list! This gives me a good reason to try out Trader Joes now! Would you mind also sharing your 11-16 choices that didn't make your top 10?

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +2

      Art P Definitely! I’ll get together with Brian and post it here soon 🙂

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +17

      Here are a few more of our favorites!
      - Peanuts Go On A Date Bars
      - Mushroom Umami Seasoning
      - 3 Seed Beet Crackers (These do have some oil in them, but they are a nice special occasion treat! Also like the Sweet Potato ones!)
      - Sprouted Extra Firm Tofu
      - Nutritional Yeast
      - Red Lentil Pasta (I like this, but Brian isn't a huge fan. He said it was too chewy, but I like the chewiness!)
      We also buy our frozen mango & cherries there. I wasn't a fan of their frozen pineapple, so I usually get that at Whole Foods instead. I prefer to get frozen blueberries & raspberries at Aldi. It's crazy how different they can be depending where you buy them!

    • @artpinsof5836
      @artpinsof5836 5 років тому +1

      @@KrocksInTheKitchen Awesome! Thanks for the tips! I'll definitely be trying out most, if not all, of your suggestings soon!

  • @VisualizeHealing
    @VisualizeHealing 5 років тому

    My favorite Trader Joe's item is... Raw Almonds! I make homemade Almond Milk every 3-4 days and these are the best and the least expensive. Fresh almond milk is so superior to any store bought that you will never want to go back after you make it yourself. I've been making it for about ten years now. Trader Joe's Almonds, water, a nut milk bag (no snickers here) and a Vitamix are all you need.

  • @anitabeebe1
    @anitabeebe1 5 років тому +1

    We don't have a Trader Joe's here. BUT, I buy frozen bags of fruit and vegies from The Dollar Tree (of all places)! It's a great deal compared to our supermarkets. Brian-great announcer's voice!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      I will have to look into that.😀 We have a few Dollar Tree stores around here and it never crossed my mind to look for groceries there. Thanks for the tip.
      Also, thank you for the compliment! I have actually been working in radio for 8 years now as a producer and I have perfected my announcer voice over the years. I still do a ton of voice over work each year at my job. 😀
      -Brian

    • @olstarofthesea
      @olstarofthesea 5 років тому

      anitabeebe1 yes, I get frozen riced cauliflower there. It’s good!

  • @marychavarria6301
    @marychavarria6301 5 років тому +1

    Their frozen edamame is great thawed in salads, fat free eggplant hummus, Japanese sweet potatoes, chipolte garlic salsa

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      I totally agree about their frozen edamame! 😀 We have not tried the others! They sound awesome! We will have to pick some of those up the next time we go! 😀
      -Brian

  • @sarahmilt5950
    @sarahmilt5950 3 роки тому +1

    Try Trader Joe’s Carrot Ginger Miso Salad Dressing!

  • @WendyAtHome21
    @WendyAtHome21 5 років тому

    I'm about an hour from our TJs so I really love watching TJ vegan haul videos so I have a better idea of what to look for when I get to go! Lauren Toyota from Hot for Food recently did a TJ haul video and says the Fiesta Dip is really similar to her recipe except it has cashews and isn't quite as smooth. She said when she put it in the blender to smooth it out more it tasted the same as hers. I look forward to trying it! The Everything But the Bagel seasoning is definitely something I keep stocked at home. Next time I'm going to look for the umami seasoning, too. I don't get to go enough to really have a favorite outside the Everything seasoning.

    • @BrianAKrock
      @BrianAKrock 5 років тому +2

      I really love the umami seasoning too. I like to use it in my salads.

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому +1

      We will have to try that queso recipe - thanks for the info! We haven't had time to try out making any queso ourselves but definitely have plans to in the future. One thing I am sad we never got to try is the Eggplant Hummus. We kept hearing about it, but they never had it at our local stores. I heard they discontinued it, but it was oil free which is nice!

  • @bridgettehunt6193
    @bridgettehunt6193 5 років тому +1

    I love the Trader Joe's already ground flax seed. YUM. I could grind it like you guys do...but I take that as a short cut b/c it is so good!

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      Ain't nothing wrong with taking shortcuts! 😃
      -Brian

    • @lukelucy1980
      @lukelucy1980 5 років тому

      Trader Joes uses QAI as their main "certifier" for "their "Organic" Trader Joe's store labels. QAI has very weak standards and uses grey areas to the max. Try asking Trader Joes any hard core questions.... regarding their eggs, frozen seafood, etc. Additionally Trader Joe's uses the same tricks as Walmart to hire your neighbors for as little pay and benefits as possible

    • @jlon1066
      @jlon1066 4 роки тому

      luke lucy , I’m not sure where you got your information about TJ’s employment practices. My understanding is that they treat their employees pretty well, especially when compared to other places. I have a friend that worked for decades in grocery store upper management. When he made a conscious decision to pull out of the rat race, he chose to work at Trader Joe’s. He repeatedly turned down promotions but they eventually introduced a different rating or employee designation to retain those like him who were great workers but not interested in management positions. It just gives him a little more money and a few more benefits but the point is that they retain their staff long term. That’s not at all the way Walmart works.

  • @mtnlayde01
    @mtnlayde01 5 років тому +4

    I think you two have such CUTE personalities “ying & yang “. Great simple info on your videos ✌️✌️✌️✌️

    • @KrocksInTheKitchen
      @KrocksInTheKitchen  5 років тому

      Thank you! We are pretty much complete opposites in every way LOL, so it is a good balance :) Brian says he is more yang than I am yin. I am not sure what that actually means, so I'll just leave that there. Ha!

  • @paescribano
    @paescribano 4 роки тому +1

    Hooked on watching you 2 #6 my favorite

  • @bluedragonfly623
    @bluedragonfly623 4 роки тому

    Split the pita in half first, then put in griddler! Also, that bagel seasoning is better than an everything bagel to me because it doesn't have fennel or caraway seeds common on bagels (I hate both of those!).

  • @MaryM-yu7wz
    @MaryM-yu7wz 5 років тому

    Ps you both look great! Keep the videos coming!

  • @valnaples
    @valnaples 5 років тому +3

    Will definitely try that Riced Cauliflower bowl! Thank you! My top ten are: 1. Organic Spring Mix, pink bag, in fresh produce section 2. Butternut squash chunks in fresh produce section 3. Organic fresh strawberries, super good price $3.99 per box 4. Frozen organic wild blueberries 5. Frozen organic strawberries 6. Frozen quinoa duo with vegetable melange...numbers are pretty good and I add chickpeas and more veggies to it 7. Frozen organic spinach 8. Organic strawberry fruit spread (no sugar added, just fruit juice) near the nut butters 9. Organic green tea bags...I drink like 2-3 cups of it WITH fresh lemon every day 10. Fresh lemons...can't find them for 49 each anywhere else except maybe WalMart but not as good quality. YAY for Trader Joe's !

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 4 роки тому +1

      They do have good prices on produce for sure.

  • @islandgirl7594
    @islandgirl7594 4 роки тому

    Very helpful, I am grateful for you two and Tweep?,

  • @MsVivian4979
    @MsVivian4979 4 роки тому +1

    You guys are so lucky to like the same veggies, and it seems like you like every veggie also. I have to hide veggies. If he eats them in something like a frozen meal i.e. Annie's brand then it's okay, but if I shop for an onion, garlic, broccoli, cauliflower, etc it's not okay. I can't even put them in my cart with out him getting upset. So I make recipes that people say they are good for kids. Mac and Cheese is a good example. I have tried many cheese sauces, but he hasn't liked them. Cauliflower based, potato based and he doesn't like them. It would be nice to find one that we can have in the fridge for noodles, veggies, beans etc. Do you know of any recipes? Thanks for your help. Love your videos. I am still catching up with watching them all.

  • @zackbog
    @zackbog 3 роки тому +1

    Great video just wish you added the price 2 brazil nuts shouldn't be eaten everyday

  • @lovebuddies6401
    @lovebuddies6401 4 роки тому +2

    Smoked paprika is life

  • @connielahman5725
    @connielahman5725 5 років тому +24

    Love this video🤗 I don’t know what ur husband for a living but with that fabulous voice he should be on the Radio.

    • @sharonfurey1823
      @sharonfurey1823 5 років тому +2

      Yes, I agree whole heartedly. Voice over for commercials pay well. God bless you both

    • @tammierenee8835
      @tammierenee8835 5 років тому +3

      Yes. Would be great at voice over work.

    • @thebluevelvetriver
      @thebluevelvetriver 4 роки тому +3

      Agreed! Comforting type voice too.

  • @kateb6866
    @kateb6866 4 роки тому +1

    Do Trader Joes have gluten free pita ? They would be much better for you :) I love pita too but always go for gluten free

  • @cubesurfer4141
    @cubesurfer4141 4 роки тому +4

    The everything bagel seasoning is addictive! 😍

    • @ruthtorphy2204
      @ruthtorphy2204 4 роки тому +1

      Cubical Surfer not a lover of dried onion. Or should I say ,it does not like me. Afraid to try .Any thought So?

    • @MsVivian4979
      @MsVivian4979 4 роки тому

      I didn't realize that it has poppy seeds in it. So I would fail a drug test?

    • @cubesurfer4141
      @cubesurfer4141 4 роки тому +2

      Ruby, it contains dried onion, so probably best to avoid.
      Vivian, are you expecting a drug test? You would have to eat a good bit of poppy seeds, but I'd reccomend googling if you'd like further information or if you have a concern.

  • @MaryM-yu7wz
    @MaryM-yu7wz 5 років тому

    Unfortunately no Trader Joe’s near me, but if I ever come across one in my travels, I’ll have a field day!! Thank you!

    • @samanthaheer1129
      @samanthaheer1129 5 років тому

      I didn't know that. I know Lidils and Aldis are as well.

    • @lukelucy1980
      @lukelucy1980 5 років тому

      Trader Joes uses QAI as their main "certifier" for "their "Organic" Trader Joe's store labels. QAI has very weak standards and uses grey areas to the max. Try asking Trader Joes any hard core questions.... regarding their eggs, frozen seafood, etc. Additionally Trader Joe's uses the same tricks as Walmart to hire your neighbors for as little pay and benefits as possible