Trader Joe's Must Have Items

Hi! I'm Lisa. I have been a vegetarian for 30 years, and I love sharing my recipe ideas to help other people eat healthy.
Come on a Trader Joe's shopping trip with me! I am going to walk you through the best healthy options, the best snack options, and even some great treats that you can buy.
For great recipes make sure follow me on my other social media accounts.
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[@jackwiltshire4066]

As being an employee at Trader Joe's I must say the items you chose and explained are fantastic picks!

[@acbikes]

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[@Arthur-mk2vq]

Trader Joe's has the highest quality food out of any grocery store, and at the best prices! Sooo good!

[@debisusan1037]

Trader Joe's have great fruits and veggies, much better and better price than my grocery store!

[@joeoliverio2287]

Ok

[@mmarvald]

I typically do not add my 2 cents to any youtube videos but after watching this video and going to Trader Joe's in Westlake, Ohio, I did purchase those Organic Different color carrots and roasted them in my Oven and they are my new go to Vegan snack food. Absolutely DELICIOUS, and from other things I've been watching like Dr. Greger's videos, he says that both carrots and celery's anti-oxidant values INCREASE with cooking. So now not only is it DELICIOUS, but it's highly nutritional as well. I also purchased your other items like the Bagel Spice and the Peanut Butter with flax and chia. The spicy tofu, now at my 65 years of age, just doesn't do well with my Acid Reflux and GERD but everything else is WONDERFUL. THANK YOU for such great input!!!!

[@VeggieLisa]

Well Im so glad you did add your 2 cents!! I'm so glad you liked my suggestions. I did not know that about celery and carrots. Thanks for you insights!

[@HM-pw8it]

Is this the Westlake store?

[@ThereAreTwoGenders]

So glad you love our products! My favorite is the mandarin orange chicken with the vegetable fried rice, easy quick meal, can't go wrong! Make sure to cook the rice and chicken separate.

[@mspam4807]

Thanks for your video I have been wanting to go there

[@pamspicer97]

Thank you for the list at the end - I printed it off. It’s always good to know what other people like there.

[@VeggieLisa]

Yes I agree. You're welcome!

[@marrun7708]

Thank you for sharing- Yes TJ's my favorite store. We appreciate your time.

[@VIDEOS2238]

I’m a crew member at Trader Joe’s and I would definitely say after seeing your video you would make a great crew memeber👌🏼

[@stevencurry9349]

their triple ginger snaps are also awesome

[@VeggieLisa]

I'll have to try those!

[@andresvazquez6331]

@@VeggieLisa heart 😚😚😘😘

[@malllllll]

They are! I’m WASNT a ginger snap fan till I tried those ! Also their ginger ale in the green bottle is amazing (of course try to avoid sodas, but that’s top tier)

[@a016202]

First off, you have a good (pretty, nice voice), authentic camera presence (nothing seems fake, clumsy, or rehearsed). You’re adorable and your well-behaved daughter was so sweet with her little bow. I love TJ but our closest one is about 30 minutes away. No biggie but since it is we don’t go as often as I’d like. Their prices are so reasonable and the staff is amazing. I loved your list but have a few more things I love - if you don’t mind me sharing. I LOVE their individual low calorie frozen mac n cheese, frozen mandarin orange chicken, water crackers, and this Mediterranean yogurt chive dip back in the dairy section with the hummus. A staff member turned me on to a container mixed with a can of their canned chicken and served with their water crackers. Mmmm Mmmm Mmmmm!

[@VeggieLisa]

thank you for sharing your suggestions. I don't eat meat but I'll have to get some for my family to try!

[@drewhendley]

Well mannered daughter!!!!

[@cmilam8284]

Agree. It comes from teaching at a very young age, giving them a heads up before you enter a store and genes. My genes?, my kids were very calm and I let them have one special item and pick what they wanted in their lunches ( with my approval). Also, taught how to compare prices and volume.

[@forthelasttimeforever1169]

I love it when other people try to tell people how to raise their children. WHAT A JOKE ...

[@g.johnson8690]

You did a nice job of explaining items that I may want to try or buy. Thank you.

[@carlbowles1808]

I must have cruciferous crunch collection it's the best at a low price. Trader Joe's employees are extremely motivated. Keep doing what you're doing 👌 👏 👍 🙂

[@23daughters]

Yours is the first vegetarian, as opposed to vegan or just regular, channel I've found here on KZbin. I can't wait to binge on your videos and get new food and shopping ideas ♥

[@gabygol70]

Went to TJ today and bought Chimichurri rice, beef meatballs, and beef broth mixed it all together in a pot til it started to boil,,,, The best!!!!!!

[@wendyeskelin8765]

The peanut butter cups are amazing ! I really love Trader Joe's mainly because you can get condiments without corn in it. Mayonaise, ketchup, relish, and pickled beets. I also love their baked beans ( no corn, wheat, or soy ) and taste so good.

[@soulsisterssurvivorssister8463]

The Tomato-Sweet Pepper soup is really good. My kids love it with a grilled cheese made with smoked cheddar or gouda. My son loves the frozen green tea moochi. Its in with the frozen desserts.

[@VeggieLisa]

I'll have to try those! sounds yummy!

[@AmourShandaBeauty]

Why do you only have 99 subscribers ??? You have me shook ! I love your channel . Very educational & your spirit lifts my soul ! ❤️

[@butterflyqueen9260]

AmourShandaBeauty 373 now

[@jtwright4095]

1.3K now, it looks like...?.... yay

[@GabrielTheMagolorMain]

AmourShandaBeauty looks like she grew fast, 1k now, I thought she should have more than that and then I saw your comment!

[@julianoelbledsoe]

AmourShandaBeauty devastated

[@tgeee]

And I love that she includes a written list at the end. I took a photo of it for when I go shopping at TJ's tomorrow morning!

[@lisas2538]

Sweet little girl and so well behaved. Thanks for the ideas.

[@jtwright4095]

thanx--i just moved & trader joe's is a mile away, which i bike to; i haven't been in a decade, so this's helping me ease in. NOW i'm psyched!! (& chocolate at the bottom of cone?! holla)

[@VeggieLisa]

yes check 'em out! SO GOOD!

[@lisa9867]

They are good but I can't buy them because I can't stop at one!

[@sueandroski715]

Cookie butter is my trader Joe's favorite, next is the premium extra virgin olive oil. Then of course 4 buck Chuck.

[@VeggieLisa]

gimme all the cookie butter!!

[@jonmacdonald5345]

Sue Androski They Proved the 4$ Chuck is Just Bottled Franzia Box wine!!!! no lie look it up!

[@aubriesmith2082]

Yes!!!!!! Just eat the cookie butter from the spoon!

[@nymjen3635]

It used to be 2 buck chuck. Suckers!

[@lyndadeleon6794]

I'm a BIG TIME TRADER JOES FAN !! They are the best and they have very reasonable prices on everything !!!!!

[@EchoSigma6]

I'm going to look for the multi color carrot pack the next time I go to TJ's. And maybe the popcorn. And the ice cream too. A very cool grocery store with lots of unique food treasures.

[@VeggieLisa]

yes it is!!

[@rays6579]

I really wish we had a Trader Joe's in Hawaii. Thank you for sharing! I'll be in Vegas in Feb and I now have a list for items to get.

[@VeggieLisa]

Oh man! I wish they did too!

[@jonathannagel7427]

Given all their tropical nonsense you’d think so, but they’re just a distant cousin from a German conglomerate. Not that they don’t have some tasty stuff, but sailing to HI isn’t in their business model.

[@Taurusbaby579]

I didn't even notice the "ok"s lol. Loved your video and recommendations! Fun fact: I live right by that Trader Joe's you went to 😃👍🏼

[@greenidguy9292]

Taurusbaby579 ok

[@brooklyn7722]

Love Trader Joe's

[@c104ark6]

Me to they just open one near me within walking distance!

[@brooklyn7722]

@@c104ark6 Wow that's great! I hope to have Trader Joe's open closer to me. I travel a long distance to shop at one but it's worth it.

[@JeffMende]

you are a natural on video; did a super job consider that you have your daughter and dealing with the public...thanks for tips....ira

[@leahf497]

I really enjoyed watching this video. There isn’t a TJ near me, but I loved that you gave great recommendations on products that make this store different and unique. Going to try and look for some of those next time we’re nearby.

[@eyelovespaper]

Lisa, thank you for your trip to Trader Joe's. I stopped going because it was not conveniently located. Time for another try.

[@Debbiedoeswatercolor]

I noticed your daughter being very calm and well behaved, and I'm sure it's because you care about her nutrition and her systems are in good working order.

[@jimevans4582]

It also has to do with how she's doing raising her. When my son was small we raised him on mostly healthy foods, and a certain amount of discipline. We had friends who let their kids eat all kinds of junk food but instilled discipline and their kids were well behaved as well.

[@lotusgrl444]

@@jimevans4582 right, I mean its good that a child is not loaded with sugar and food that is really not a good source of nutrients, but it takes more than just healthy dietary habits for a kid to be well behaved and well mannered, it mostly has to do with the discipline

[@LissaxKristine]

When it's hot, I prefer fruity desserts over things like ice cream. My favorite are the lemon, strawberry, raspberry popsicles.

[@markb.9910]

The mango ice cream bars 🙌

[@Nerissa298]

Love healthy food hauls. Please do them -- Trader Joes, Sprouts, Costco. Can you also post food recipes and cooking. Thank you!! Love your channel.

[@motordar]

The Giant Inca corn nuts are the best.

[@royal1investments]

Love me those mini cones! ;D

[@user-rc8eq9jq4f]

they also have the best ,if your going to eat healthy whole wheat pizza dough, and peanut butter pretzels nuggets, also the best maui onions if you eat a maui onion you will never go back to regular white onions.

[@laceyrivette951]

if you like the vegetable stir fry, I highly recommend the japanese stir fry!! P.S. I write the frozen order at my local TJ's! :)

[@laceyrivette951]

also check out the mixed nut butter!

[@VeggieLisa]

Oh I cannot wait to try these! Thanks for your EXPERT recommendations!!!

[@sugarbear9118]

Your Channel Is AWESOME! THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME! YOU ROCK!

[@karennevins2898]

Hi this is my first time watching your videos my daughter is a pescatarian so I told her about you ! Thank you so much your honesty shines through love KAREN Long Beach NY

[@robynjohnson1759]

im in love with the harvest salsa. also last week i found some guac that comes individual size. so its like six individual pouches for three bucks. pretty great for lunches.

[@VeggieLisa]

yummy! I'll have to check them out!

[@GabrielTheMagolorMain]

Thank you for some great tips! I'm getting those carrots and the basil white bean hummus tomorrow, sounds amazing!

[@VeggieLisa]

Yes. Let me know how you like them!

[@johnw7120]

Love Trader Joe's, we shop there often.

[@chineseslaves1971]

I only buy unique things here. It’s too expensive, meals are in single portions. They sell very high quality affordable seasonal white chocolate. They have a seasonal toffee cake I found that my Mom loves. Great supplies for making your own candy or baking, such as different types of nuts, flour and coconut products. They have a good cheese selection. Their baking mix is better then Bisquick in my opinion and has better ingredients although most of my baking and cooking is from scratch. I don’t buy meats or fish there except pork loin which is the same everywhere. Their eggs and dairy are fine. Fruit and veggies are there. I usually like a bigger area for that. It’s a great neighborhood store, but I am near others that I’m happy with. It’s about what day you shop and get sales and use coupons at other places. I usually just buy what’s on sale and cook around it. Even if it’s just avocados on sale, I’ll buy and put inside an omelette.

[@kimberlygoes7355]

Oh my goodness! Just came upon your channel. Absolutely loved watching😍. Was reading other comments. Wow... people! Plz no negativity comments. Didn’t your parents teach you, if you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all! Great job Lisa❤️

[@maremacd]

I read your “about” blurb. I’m amazed you were ever heavy. Can you do a weight loss story video?

[@VeggieLisa]

yes i will for sure!!

[@nicolemazz7443]

LOVE the vid! Thank you for taking the time to make this...I'm a Canadian always researching what to stock up on when I make it down south!

[@VeggieLisa]

Yes its good to know what is worth the $$!

[@eternalbeing3339]

Always pick up the 1lb cacao bar and crunchy cookie butter yummm

[@jh1123]

I agree with the other posters..this is an awesome video...well done! More ppl need to subscribe.

[@Gidget13mwa]

Love that you posted what you bought! Thanks!!

[@VeggieLisa]

you bet!

[@gabrielortiz2849]

I wish I lived close to a spacious TJ's like the one on this video! I'm in central San Diego and the TJ close to my place is almost the size of a one bedroom apt!.....LOL! So I had to watch this video to see what else they have because there's no way to casually "shop" at mine, without 20 people on top of you trying to look at same section you are...haha!

[@mattmccaffrey4299]

Awesome video - thank you so much!! I LOVE Trader Joe's!! Going to check out a bunch of your recommendations in this!

[@92_monin]

Iovee how you at the grocery list at the end !!!!!! Wow amazing!

[@walmarwestplains9414]

lopez92 my aunt in az has a trader Joe and got food and clothes. right now wearing trader Joe top. I wish we had a trader Joe store out here.

[@jennifermaldonado4693]

Also they have a wonderful facial wash with tea tree it is my absolute favorite facial product

[@VeggieLisa]

Oh! Now I have to go back and get that!

[@jonette12345]

I seen it this week and plan to buy some

[@debbieaguirre3066]

All looks Delish, Thanks for Sharing. Of course first thing I’m going to buy is the ice cream 😝

[@VeggieLisa]

Ha! Smart Lady!

[@chriskahn7074]

The Quadruple Almond cookies aren't new.... but they ARE absolutely delicious! The Onion Salt.... I think it would be good on ANYTHING! Seriously, it is sooooo good. Try it on popcorn!

[@snehamirghe5293]

I just saw ur video and I really like the stuff suggested by you. Today I also bought few of them 😄 thank you for this video

[@glambyshey]

Great picks, I am going to try the hummus and seasons. I love Trader Joes!!!

[@BenjaminGessel]

1.) I'll have to try the rainbow colored carrots... 2.) I like the peanut butter cups. :-) 3.) Go for the rainbow cauliflower, rather than the other types-mashed or grilled... But if its cauliflower in any case, I'm sure its plenty tasty. :-) 4.) Don't need portion controlled "treats"... Goodies are meant to be ENJOYED... (But not too often) :-) 5.) So much of this stuff you could do better with just buying whole/real food versions... 6.) Agree with the sour cream and onion puffs... Pirate's Booty is NASTY... 7.) The hummus is "ok"... 8.) Don't need cooking sprays...

[@gloriand3706]

At the spice rack....thank you.

[@marisaveilleux8533]

I LOVE the dark chocolate peanut butter cups. I discovered them last August. I don’t get them every time though because I’m not gonna lie, I usually end up eating all of them in two or three days 🙈😩

[@meltmeltproductions]

Awesome Video. i like buy the firm tofu, fry it in vegetable oil and toss it in Trader Joes General Tsao Sauce. Trust Me it is super Delicious.

[@sofialloret7476]

I love the bean and cheese taquitos and the pumpkin O’s but they’re a seasonal item

[@Moonlava722]

I miss trader joes. We do not have any good grocery stores here in Bay County (Panama City Florida) I am so jealous!

[@Kevlandia]

I lovvvvvvvve their chili lime seasoning!

[@VeggieLisa]

isn't it the best?!?!

[@Kevlandia]

Yes!! I covered my chicken in it and put lime juice on it, too. SO good!

[@kellymiller373]

Totally agree!

[@BenjaminGessel]

@@Kevlandia That sounds worthy of a dinner recipe at the Ben Gessel domicile... 😁

[@magmahot]

Excelente.I’ll keep in mind all of this. One of my New Years resolutions for 2020 is get into a more meatless/clean eating diet

[@lisa9867]

I love Trader Joe's pizza the best. My dog won't eat the beef jerky dog treats. I live the grilled chicken to put on a salad. I also love the balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing and I don't think it has any carbs in it.

[@joeabstractjoe]

So, so, sooo! OMG, you say so more than anyone in the universe! 🤤

[@VeggieLisa]

Joe Mac then just skip over my channel dickhead

[@eleniskykis5956]

I don’t know how much stumbled on your channel but I’m loving it . 😊 thank you

[@megs3236]

That's my Trader Joe location! I could tell by the layout and the video when she walks out to her car! Haha! Awesome! :D

[@louamato6332]

Thank you for this video. Your traders is so OP. Ours is nice but not like that one. I love the little cone ice creams too but have older kids who won't usually settle for 1! My wife really enjoys the apple blossoms you put in the oven and somehow manages to split them among 3 other children! We love Traders, but $60 is almost an impossible amount for us!

[@GreenISHKatie]

I LOVE Trader Joe’s!! We always get their “junk food” 😉 Just subbed!

[@Bassguitar1231]

new subscriber, i love trader joes, this is a really interesting and informative channel, a must watch, please keep the vlogs coming and best from Manhattan, NYC !

[@chuelsbeck]

TJ has THE BEST frozen sweet corn. 1.29 a bag. I usually buy like 6 bags when I get there

[@missmimiwallace]

Im gonna need to try that seasoning on cucumbers, yum. Not sure how you feel about beets, but the beet humus is really good. Tfs tons of love

[@Ch3rishtheday]

Yum! Great choices and I love my TJ's!!! Also, you're little girl is so cute and well behaved!!!

[@robertsilva8097]

There are two Trader Joe's that I go to in California one is in Castro Valley California the other one is in Modesto California thank you once again

[@wildalowe6295]

your daughters pants cuuutttteee and she was being great in the store

[@VeggieLisa]

yes she was! lol

[@dianepancel-pierce4478]

This is fantastic! I miss Trader Joe's so much. :)

[@VeganGroceryLife]

Wow! Trader Joe’s envy! I tried to film in there and they stopped me saying I needed a Press pass. Good video! I practically live there. I used to love those mini ice cream cones but now I am vegan lol.

[@Boo-nj1ex]

For trader joes, I usually get the Speculoos Cookie Butter

[@deborahbenjamin4490]

I love Trader Joe's, but only get around to going there rarely. Such great items I really need to go there more often. My first time seeing you...subscribed! ; )

[@JB-qu3tb]

Why does that particular parking lot appear so much less chaotic than the TJ's I frequent? The parking lots are typically completely insane.

[@joannemarie1598]

sounds weird but best thing they have ......try their SHAVE CREAM in orange tube by far the best!!!

[@VeggieLisa]

Really!! I love that/ I'll check it out

[@yellowbird5411]

I looked up the white bean with hummus item listed at the end of the video, and it said that it has milk products in it, and is made on equipment that processes animal products. Oil is the third item in the ingredients, which is unhealthy due to how oils are processed. I didn't look at the other items on the list, but you must read labels if you really want to stay healthy, as vegan processed foods are full of ingredients that are not good for you, just like non-vegan junk food is.

[@amandabrown4895]

You would love their 21 Seasoning Salute! Fun video! Thank you!

[@iloverelaxbear]

Loved your video! I also love the Chile Lime, even better than Tajin Classico seasoning!! You should try it sprinkled on pineapple mango or banana

[@debd1250]

Thanks for the shopping list at the end! Live in Canada but going to states and shopping st Trader Joes!!

[@peggluntz1051]

TJ's is the only place I can find capers in a handy wide-mouthed jar.

[@ivettecolon1163]

Hey! Lisa Awesome love your recipe ...really need hang out to shopping everybthing here different but i sure would try these healthy recipe you just mention. So cool of you to share .

[@SilvieSmiles]

Loved this video. Thanks for sharing. You're so pretty by the way.

[@SweetGulab]

I wish when KZbinrs do these groceries musht haves that they tell us the prices of the items too. When I do these type of videos on my channel I will ALWAYS add the prices.. But I still like this video so much

[@myssdaisy2009]

Wow your Trader Joe's has way more selections and are a lot bigger than the ones here in Michigan.

[@mariaswann2593]

Great video. I enjoyed watching this and you gave some helpful hints as far as staple items to buy at trader joes. I just wished there was one closer to me. But i will go to the one closest to me soon which is about 40 minutes away. Thank you..

[@dejachhun338]

I love that TJ have great quality items at such a low price. Tfs and ur beautiful btw:)

[@robertsilva8097]

Thank you for this great video I also shop at Trader Joe's and Safeway grocery store in Castro Valley California

[@dannyr.8326]

Excellent video, we have no trader joes in northwest ct. We have to go to west Hartford to shop there. I hope they come soon we need them!

[@1Wendy_Woo]

I thought soy (tofu) products were bad for you. (?) Love TJ mascarpone cheese, provolone cheese slices, heavy whipping cream, baby avocados, flax & chia seed peanut butter and Everything But The Bagel spice. Broccoli sprouts are on-my-list

[@ruthcole909]

Wendy Nichols, well I'd agree with you. There are other options for protein. (I've been shopping more at Trader Joe's, but I would not be suggesting the stuff she does... sounds more like advertising.)

[@ThePirateWife1]

Wendy Nichols Fermented soy products are fine to consume (i.e. tofu, and (low sodium) soy sauce. Edamame, and the like, are not.

[@visitor3756]

KarmaDreams1 Yes any Organic fermented soy is okay

[@elizabethshaw734]

I just saw a mandarin oranges fresh in 5 lb bags at Trader Joe's the other day and no grocery stores have those they only have clementines. I live on tofu and vegan. Your Trader Joe's is bigger than mine or at least it offers a few more products. How spicy hot is the chili lime because everyone I know is purchasing it. I put everything but the bagel on my avocado toast and have been doing since it came out. I don't make my own vegetable stock but I use vegetable base that cup for cup it is a lot less money than buying it in a box. I went last week and it cost me $84 but I'm vegan and that was at least two weeks worth of food with my Staples at home such as lentils beans rice pasta barley grains quinoa you name it I have it. But I bought some special things for nibbles Christmas Eve because I have no family and my cat and I will be alone.

[@VeggieLisa]

The chili lime seasoning isn't spicy at all. Try it out!

[@berdellfleming5074]

Target in my area has a bag for 3:99

[@PeteNathan]

Awesome review I love Trader Joe’s and I shop with my daughter she loves it as well

[@rogerfisk2488]

The MINI peanut butter cups are more tasty.......also the pretzel nuggets filled with peanut butter.