Fancy-ish Vegan Meals from Trader Joe's Under $3

[@nokiddingbrainless]

I love how you did the cost breakdown, with what the actual groceries would cost! So many of these videos are like "I bought all of these expensive ingredients but I used only a teaspoon each so it's 0.67 per serving!" when actually buying the ingredients in full size packages is still not affordable to a lot of people.

[@jessleighton3795]

Same!

[@teresafanzo4685]

I love that you include the actual price! So many pages only include the breakdown like great, but my grocery store doesn’t sell 1 tablespoon of olive oil 😂

[@comedicality]

Theme idea: East Asian, so like Korean, Chinese, Japanese dinners from TJ's?

[@rosemarybarron4256]

I was going to suggest this one, too, so I second this. :)

[@PB-fs3bh]

Its really handy knowing how much each meal costs to buy, then what it actually costs to make. It would be helpful to see how the remaining ingredients are utilized because I always struggle with what to do with the left over bits and pieces, and my kitchen ends up looking like a bad episode of Chopped... 😬

[@BeetTheRush]

When I end up with leftover bits and pieces I usually make a stir fry or a salad 😊

[@hayleym1483]

leftover pesto on toast + fried tomatoes + balsamic glaze - lazy man's brushetta.

[@PB-fs3bh]

@@BeetTheRush Just subscribed to your channel - excited to see it grow and try your walnut cake with caramel sauce recipe!

[@BeetTheRush]

@@PB-fs3bh oh, thank you so much! That's so nice of you 🤗💛

[@ninanaparty]

Just be creative and cook according to what you have in the fridge, not with a certain dish in mind to start with. That's what I do :) pesto: great for a sandwich, stir-fry, pasta or on pizza instead of tomato sauce as a base. Arugula: sandwich, salad. Olives: make it into an olive tapenade or - again - sandwich or pasta dish.

[@emmaramos8359]

Omg! Please continue the trader joe's recipes! So helpful for younger people trying to learn how to cook!

[@SelfTaughtWeightloss]

Cheap and delicious. Perfect for me and my family. Can you do a vegan treat/snack video from Trader Joe’s?

[@NoraMarie13]

i JUST went to trader Joe's today (I live about an hour and a half away from it so it's a rare occasion) and didnt see this video until tonight, but somehow I managed to get almost all the items from these recipes 😂😂 I channeled my inner caitlin without even realizing

[@llejjuska]

I know you've been under a lot of stress recently but you look absolutely stunning in this video, glowing even! I am so glad to see that during all these difficult times, you also found some happiness and some time to relax. Thank you for the great recipes!

[@rosemarybarron4256]

I want to try the middle recipe first-the one with roasted veggies and chickpeas and polenta. That just looks like my kind of meal. I love the idea of warming the chickpeas in the pan after cooking the polenta. Thanks for all the ideas. Someone else suggested an Asian theme next, and I seconded that. But then I saw someone else suggested Mexican. I’d love both of these. :)

[@VASIGTravelingLifeinLondon]

I kinda like how your videos are more imperfect now, makes it more real. Thank you Caitlin for other amazing dinner inspirations 😍

[@sanne1061]

I was gonna say the same!

[@AmberGregorycardassianvole]

I AM SO HAPPY YOU ARE BRINGING THESE BACK!!!!!!!

[@jodiesamuels3110]

I would love to see a Caribbean themed video like this!

[@bluneptune]

Nice! I went to Trader Joe’s yesterday and have all of the ingredients for two of the meals in this video! I will definitely be trying out your rendition of the pesto gnocchi for tomorrow’s dinner! 😁

[@sondramartinez9674]

Thank you for sharing everything you bought at Trader Joe's and step by step instructions aswell as the cost breakdown.

[@meganhauck89]

Love all the cost breakdowns - thanks for that!

[@TheHennaishere]

I really appreciate how you included the price for the total cost of groceries and then the amount used! So many videos like this only include the cost for the ingredients used and it's hard to budget that way!!!

[@bushnellentertainment5759]

I would more than likely make the lemon pasta that sounds great and so different!

[@alinapsh]

I think it’s great that you give students out there some budget friendly cooking vibes😎 !

[@torstenwiese5267]

Looks amazing as always! And thank you for creating and uploading during these hard times! Hope lily is better soon!

[@CaitlinShoemaker]

Thank you :) She's doing a little better!

[@takespacetati]

Made the Romesco Veggies and Crispy Polenta today. It was so easy and so delicious. I’ve followed you for some time and always watched so glad I made a point to try it today.

[@marceysmith8517]

OMG! No one going to talk about how STUNNING her New kitchen is beautiful Caitlin as you!!!

[@mckennasweda3614]

I have done the gnocchi twice now and have leftovers to make a couple more times. Such a good idea. I did leave out the olives on the second round. It could have just been the ones I got but they did weird things to the flavor profile. Then doubled the greens to wilt down (also sprinkled parmesan flakes) holy crap. Solid meal will totally make again in the future, thankyou!

[@scienzchic1]

Perfect for me! I need to make quick and economical vegan meals right now, and LOVE Trader Joe's! Well done Caitlin!

[@VASIGTravelingLifeinLondon]

WE all do!! 😍

[@k8te_iv]

Thank you for these great recipes, Caitlin! Greetings from Finland 🙂🇫🇮

[@bradenmarstaller5301]

Caitlin has taught me everything I know hahaa

[@lizzyhampton1900]

Literally same

[@rabbit5000]

sis you are GLOWINGG you look so pretty im obsessed

[@bextree]

Excited to try these! I love it when I can just buy exactly what's in the KZbin video and use that to make the recipe lol

[@muzicgirl618]

I'm not even vegan, and I LOVE your recipes. You've changed my life in the kitchen! Keep on keepin' on!

[@munchingwithmariyah]

Anything with trader joes and I'm there! Literally addicted to TJ's! ...I may have a problem.

[@JokesAndDaggers]

Hey all the dishes look amazing! Only thing I might suggest if you get fresh pesto you want to avoid cooking it. It changes the flavor and is typically better to toss it at the very end. Love everything else

[@villytmd1154]

i'm so happy for your new house and I love the new kitchen, but girl, that bedroom window setup in miami will always be my favorite!

[@lucialucia3123]

Okay, so I love this theme/TJs inspired videos. This was so helpful -keep it coming CS!!

[@christinechapman2074]

Love this video! Especially the ways you pointed out your mistakes and made it work regardless. Very relatable!

[@andrewshoemaker875]

I love the break down on the recipes! Would love to see another video.

[@melinion2130]

Yum!! Love that vegan ricotta! Congratulations on the new house!! You are really putting off a happy vibe!! Hope you and your klan are healthy and happy! I live for your puppy posts on instagram!!

[@laurawelsh-davidson4844]

❤️❤️I am definitely making that pasta tonight! Love your recipes as always!

[@kyndalburton8203]

Some vegan mexican dishes!!!!

[@pipertarin68]

Go to Mas Vegan's KZbin Channel for Authentic Mexican Food made Vegan! I hope you like My suggestion, Piper

[@lyndapickhardt188]

Thank you, Caitlin, for the wealth of recipes to take me into Fall and Winter!!!

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Great video and recipe even though I don't have Trader Joe's where I live and it's the same with your Thrive Market videos I still watch them because I can adjust them to alternative products/retailers.

[@CaitlinShoemaker]

totally! Thanks David :)

[@AngieKT327]

Omg my dyslexia just kicked in and I read the title as “Vegan-ish Fancy meals” and I was like NOOOO NOT CAITLIN TOO!! 🤣🤣

[@VASIGTravelingLifeinLondon]

Hahaha dont worry, happens to me as well ALL the time!!

[@CaitlinShoemaker]

hahaha nah, you don't need to worry about that :)

[@MariaSanchez1.]

Same 😂

[@breannaelliott637]

I did this exact thing too!

[@edithl1044]

Haha me too. I guess i should go back and re-read the title

[@LOVELIFEPR]

Thank you!! Love how you describe each recipe it definitely makes it an easy meals to create!!

[@adriannagattuso5442]

The Romesco Sauce is soooo good. I don't know if it's a newer item but it's wonderful, so versatile. Just ate it in a veggie stuffed pita with hummus mmmm. I really like that you used polenta, I'm usually intimidated by it, but you made it look easy so I'll give it a try. Also, I haven't had success with the cauliflower gnocchi, they usually just get too mushy for me, but maybe I'll try again, and give that Basil, Kale, Pesto another shot too because I don't remember liking it the last time I bought it. Great video!

[@sparkleshinebeauty11]

Yum!! I just bought all these ingredients at Trader Joe’s! Perfect timing!

[@i.e.presents638]

That was NEXT LEVEL! I am so impressed. Thanks for providing recipes for the prepared items. I’m excited to have some “for company” recipes that are delicious and satisfying without breaking the bank. Not seeing the link to the house tour video or even to your other channel. Can someone help a girl out?

[@CaitlinShoemaker]

Yay I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@Hiyoyoful]

Her other channel is called Our Local Adventure

[@i.e.presents638]

Mary Robicheaux Thanks, Mary!

[@devilynorseske5004]

Yum! They all look amazing but I'm excited to try the lemon ricotta pasta dish. Great channel!

[@VASIGTravelingLifeinLondon]

This video came at a perfect time, especially now before going back to work!😍

[@roseelise]

Caitlin you look so good in this video!! Absolutely glowing! ❤️

[@mahoneyk16]

I love this budget friendly series! ❤️ I’ve made so many of these recipes. Can you make a version with specifically fiber-rich dishes? 😁

[@Butterfly3576]

Part of me is here for the food. But the other part would really enjoy that house tour! Thanks for the recipes!

[@michellewiese9361]

hi Dear Caitlin could you maybe consider creating a homemade version of your favorite trader joes items for those of us that aren´t living in the US. much love from germany

[@lmccahill45]

You can infuse olive oil (really any oil) by slowly simmering your flavoring of choice in the oil over a low heat.

[@litltlemisshanna]

Love your videos so much! I find them so satisfying to watch haha

[@BlazeSub0]

Thank u very much, i always njoy ur easy explained, quick recepies. Have inspired me many times, thank u! Keep up the work!

[@JonesLeFae]

Great recipes! I love shopping at Trader Joe's and those are some of my favorite items. I've never seen that Romanesco sauce - I'll have to look for it! A new house? What?! Didn't you just get a (different) new house?

[@nairobiwatson9694]

Love every single one of these recipes! Just going to have to try them all 🤷🏽‍♀️lol. I hope you are still able to have fun and enjoy your wedding planning despite all of the craziness!

[@sophiasciarappa8371]

Can you make a video where your meals are mainly sourced from your garden?? I feel like that would be so cool :)

[@AStoryOfFood]

All three look IRRESISTIBLE! 😍😍😍

[@tanyasutherland5814]

Love your make up!!😊 thanks for the lovely meal ideas

[@selenac5437]

Love this video idea!!! ❤️ gave me lots of inspo! (Also I’m in love with the vegan pesto)

[@discoQueen127]

I went straight to Trader Joe’s and bought the gnocchi, pesto and the romesco sauce 😄 Thanks Caitlin!

[@margarett_b]

I have no access to Trader Joe's but who cares- your videos are just so bomb I will at least enjoy watching and have some inspiration! As always, a great video and fabulous recipes! . Sending you all the love! Have a great weekend!

[@merelymayhem]

Great video! I love the ideas but maaan the polenta is so weird, i just buy it in dry powder and do it in a pot, it's super easy and you can control how mutch moisture you need which is usefull, i don't thini it's bad in the tube but it's really odd for me :D

[@cheezheadz3928]

Right? You could probably buy a whole bag for the price of the tube.

[@NotoriusNa]

Definitely gonna try the pesto gnocchi. Looks delicious

[@servantrose]

I gave a thumbs up for the reality of not picture-perfect plating >^^< its completely normal and refreshing

[@rachelsmith9039]

Asian and mexican!!! Thanks for these, I love this type of video!!

[@christinesteinhededam1418]

I'm definitely gonna be trying the lemon ricotta pasta! Love budget videos 😂

[@nessienessness]

Hey Caitlin, love your videos! What pan do you use?

[@AadidevSooknananNXS]

Yasss! Absolutely loved this! Probably Indian-styled next?

[@marinajansen3196]

Why are you actually a food genius. Seriouslyyyyyyyyy

[@antonellapastor2980]

Just tried the pesto gnocchi and it is sooooo yummy! & so easy 😍

[@debwinter2517]

Great recipes! Love TJoes and really enjoy your cookbook. Just made your lemon poppyseed granola which makes my husband over the moon happy. You’re awesome! I do have a question though... do you always use olive oil and do you notice any weight gain from it?

[@oliviaduca9433]

Please do a Spanish version!!! Love your videos so amazing and easy and delicious!!! XOXO

[@mismeematters7050]

One of your best videos. Thx.

[@levijean2685]

Great video but where is the seasoning???

[@wishforinfinity]

I was thinking this too. I'm assuming it was a cost cutting measure but I definitely would've added several spices in there.

[@rachelshulman111]

No salt in pasta water either

[@laurenwehner5263]

Omg I can’t wait to try these recipes!

[@laurennicole04]

Love this vid! These all look so good. Very excited to try them.

[@e.h.4206]

Love your budget friendly recipes! Esp from Trader Joe’s!

[@cloudanimal5209]

This looks really good!! Planning my next shopping trip!

[@ashkirk83]

I would love a Mexican theme, and any Asian style theme!

[@laurenambrose4012]

Yum! Can you do a Thai themed video like this? I love Thai food!

[@un_healthy_fitness]

Wooou every single recipe looks booomb 🤤 definitely need to try them out 🙏🏼

[@argentinamamii92]

Wow! I'm going to try alllllllll of them. They look so amazing! Could you recommend an alternative to the olives in the gnocchi dish? Or would it be fine to just leave that out? I'm not sure if that would change the taste of the meal.

[@lynnsey9343]

Deffinately the gnocchi, good job this was really fun to watch.

[@leondunstan]

Some days at work I don’t often have a microwave or a stove to cook, can you do more pack and go meals?

[@IndieJenny]

I love to do wraps for an easy meal out

[@HowToCuisine]

So happy of this new videos! I loved this one 😍😍🔥

[@aloraegan8834]

I would love some Mexican dishes for the next one!!

[@wishforinfinity]

Have you tried air frying the gnocchi? I usually go for the kale gnocchi but it's my favorite way to prepare it!

[@bushnellentertainment5759]

Your new house looks nice! Love the dark wood!!

[@ebathija]

Made the gnocchi tonight and Omggggg my favorite dish now

[@AA-hy6nb]

Perfect new ideas for interesting dishes!

[@OhHiDear]

Did anyone else notice the spider at 7:15 in the upper right hand corner? 😭💀

[@A_lilBitRatchet]

Caitlin, what pan are you using in the first recipe? I think it’s the same white one on your stovetop.

[@MsCuteliltaz]

I cant stop staring at the lil spider at 7:18 😅

[@hannahelizabeth4799]

Definitely would love to see Asian inspired!

[@sorrowmul8498]

That looks amazing! But I don't have a specific store like this in my country and I would love to see more meals hand made if possible

[@CaitlinShoemaker]

You can get all of these ingredients at most grocery stores! Here are my recommendations for subs: - Cauliflower Gnocchi: regular potato gnocchi will also work, or you can make your own - Pesto: I linked a pesto recipe on my blog in the blog post - Polenta: you can make a softer polenta/grits with corn meal, but most stores sell this polenta here - Romesco Sauce: Again, i have a homemade version of this on my blog!

[@sorrowmul8498]

@@CaitlinShoemaker Yes, you are right! I think it intimidates me when I see finished products. And I never heard of Polenta before, but I even got corn meal :D Thank you so much, I will try making it myself. And sry ^^

[@bulletprooftomato3766]

I wish there was a trader joes in Australia lol

[@shawnetterobinson6859]

Did you change your kitchen? Your kitchen looks nice and brighter.

[@PB-fs3bh]

They moved! (And started another KZbin channel). 😯

[@shawnetterobinson6859]

@@PB-fs3bh Thanks, Paige B. 🙂

[@CaitlinShoemaker]

I just added the house tour link to the video description :)

[@deek4683]

Hi I keep checking to see if you have a link to your cookware but I couldn’t spot it. Can you tell me what brand that gray pan is with the little white speckles-Nice and big good color- I love it!

[@celticmomof21]

Do Mexican next!!! I love the pasta one. I'll need to try that.

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Great stuff. Thank you very much!