How to Shop Keto at Trader Joe's - Your easy list
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Last but not least - for now - Trader Joe’s!
It’s taken me longer to get to this Keto shopping guide as the only things I used to buy at Trader Joe’s were non-Keto foods for my family like their amazing chocolate croissants. I just smell them and let the kids and spouse do the eating. Yep. That’s will power right there lol
Well, after scouting Trader Joe’s out for this list of Keto friendly groceries they’re moving up in my list of favorite stores to shop Keto at! So.many.options!
Did you know?
While Trader Joe’s is an American chain it was initially owned by German entrepreneur Theo Albrecht who also owns ALDI Nord in Europe and is still part of the ALDI family.
By now they have over 500 stores nationwide in 42 states + Washington D.C. (source: Wikipedia). Chances are high that if you see something in the list below that you like, that you’ll find it at your local store.
Can’t find the Keto friendly items listed below at your store?
Ask their customer service. If it’s not a seasonal item they will happily order you the missing product and call you when it’s ready for pick up in the following days. No need to order big quantities either. They will order just ONE item if that’s what you’d like. Pretty cool!
Looking for Keto Grocery Shopping Guides for other stores?
Check out the other Blog posts about shopping Keto & Low Carb at US grocery stores and retailers like Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Aldi and Costco!
Unlike the other guides I’m splitting this one into:
Keto breakfast foods
Keto food for appetizers
Keto friendly sauces, seasonings and dips
Keto food for entrées
Sweet Keto snacks
Savory Keto snacks
Please note that the list below goes by carb count - so products that are low in carb and will fit at least a dirty Keto way of eating. Many will also fit a clean / strict way of eating Keto.
Please check ingredients to see which fit your version of Keto! Especially with the dressings and sauces which might have small quantities of sugar.
Keto breakfast foods at Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s - Organic Almond beverage - Unsweetened
1gr net carb
Make sure to grab the ‘unsweetened’ one
Price: $1.99
My thoughts: I have not tried this yet
Almond Breeze - Original Unsweetened
1gr net carb
Price: $1.99
My thoughts: This is my favorite almond milk
Trader Joe’s - Raw Almond Butter Creamy
3gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (32gr) - same for the crunchy one
You might want to check the nutrition labels of their other nut butters too to see if others are lower in carbs
Price: $6.49 for 16oz
Trader Joe’s - Gluten free - Crispbread
3gr net carbs per cracker
Price: $4.29
My thoughts: Make sure to grab the gluten free one. I’m a big fan. Add some ham or cheese or dip it and enjoy. Great crunch that you do not often find on Keto!
Keto food for appetizers at Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s - Cauliflower Tabbouleh
4gr net carbs per serving of 1/2 cup (100gr)
A crunchy, grain free twist on a traditional salad - contains cauliflower, tomatoes, parsley, onions, mint, seasoning and spices
Price: $3.69
Trader Joe’s - Tapas Style Artichoke Hearts
2gr net carbs per serving of 1/2 cup - 3 servings per package
These are shelf-stable
Price: $6.99
Ibericos - Tapas Style Grilled Artichoke Quarters
2gr net carb per serving of 6 pieces. 6 servings per package
These are shelf-stable
Price: $6.99
Trader Joe’s - Egg salad
3gr net carbs per serving of 1/2 cup (100gr) - 2.5 servings per container
Price: $3.69
Keto friendly sauces, seasonings and dips at Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s - Olive Tapenade
1gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.49
Trader Joe’s - Zhoug Sauce
2-3gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Green condiment with cilantro, jalapeño peppers, chili flakes, garlic, cardamom and cumin seats
Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s - Herbed Tahini Sauce
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s - Creamy Cauliflower Jalapeño Dip
1gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.49
My thoughts: I bought it when researching for this blog post but have not tried it yet. I will update once I do
Trader Joe’s - Chunky Artichoke & Jalapeño Dip
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.69
Trader Joe’s - Sour Cream Spinach Dip
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.49
Trader Joe’s - Buffalo Style Chicken Dip
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $4.99
Trader Joe’s - Everything but the Bagel Greek Style Yogurt Dip
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.49
Trader Joe’s - Tzatziki Creamy Garlic Cucumber Dip
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.49
My thoughts: I don’t eat garlic so can’t help with a taste test here
Trader Joe’s - Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing & Dip
1gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp
Price: $3.99
My thoughts: I don’t like Blue Cheese so no plans to try this lol
Trader Joe’s - Salad dressings
1-2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp
Varieties: Vegan Ceasar Dressing, Almond Butter Turmeric, Carrot Ginger Miso, Green Goddess salad dressings
Price: $3.99
Trader Joe’s - Cilantro Salad Dressing
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp
Price: $3.49
My thoughts: I don’t like Cilantro either so another dressing I don’t see myself trying
Trader Joe’s - Goddess Dressing
1-2 gr net carb per serving of 2 Tbsp ( 31gr)
This dressing is shelf-stable when unopened
Price: $2.29
Trader Joe’s - Organic Cucumber Kefir Dressing
2gr net carbs per serving of 2 Tbsp (30ml)
This dressing is also shelf-stable when unopened
Price: $3.49
Trader Joe’s - Greek Style Feta Dressing
1gr net carb per serving of 2 Tbsp
This dressing is also shelf-stable when unopened
Price: $1.99
Trader Joe’s - Italian Bomba Hot Pepper Sauce
1gr net carb per serving of 2 Tbsp (28gr)
Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s - Artichoke Antipasto
2gr net carbs
Price: $2.49
Trader Joe’s - Everything but the Bagel Sesame
0gr net carbs
Price: $1.99
My thoughts: I like to slice cucumber, add cream cheese and sprinkle this seasoning on top. Or when I bake fathead dough Keto friendly bagels, I’ll add it on top
Trader Joe’s - Mushroom & Company, Multipurpose Umami Seasoning Blend
0gr net carbs
Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s - Onion Salt
0gr net carbs
Price: $1.99
Trader Joe’s - Chile Lime Seasoning Blend
0gr net carbs
Price: $1.99
Keto food for entrées at Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s - Broccoli Slaw
3gr net carbs - could be reduced slightly if you remove the carrots
Fresh aisle
Price: $1.99 for a 12oz bag
My thoughts: I haven’t tried it but imagine it being very convenient when wanting to cook a quick Keto meal
Trader Joe’s - Riced Cauliflower
2gr net carbs
Fresh aisle
Price: $2.49 for a 16 oz bag
My thoughts: This is a great alternative to frozen riced cauliflower. I was very happy with it when I bought and prepared it. I mostly used riced cauliflower when making a Keto version of Bibimbap.
Trader Joe’s - Jicama Sticks
3gr net carbs for 7 sticks
Fresh aisle
Some stores have Jicama wraps too
Price: $2.79
My thoughts: These make decent Keto fries. I’ve tried them in the air fryer and have also tried them in the pan. They turn out ok. Similar to turning radished into fries. I also ate them raw with dip and they reminded me a bit of apple slices
Trader Joe’s - Shaved Brussels Sprouts
5gr net carbs per cup (85gr) - 3 servings per bag
Fresh aisle
Price: $2.99
My thoughts: I bought these when exploring for this blow post but haven’t tried them yet. I’m a huge Brussels Sprouts fan so I really hope these will be nice and crisp up well when frying them
Trader Joe’s - Fully Cooked Pork Belly
0gr net carbs per serving of 1 cup (240ml) - 2.5 servings per bag
Price: $6.49
Trader Joe’s - Organic Bone Broth
0gr net carbs
Varieties: Beef and Free Range Chicken
Price: $5.99
Trader Joe’s - Sauerkraut with pickled persian cucumbers
1-2gr net carbs per serving of 2 tbsp (30gr)
Price: $3.99
Trader Joe’s - Gyro Slices
4gr net carbs per serving of 2oz (56gr) - 4 servings per container
Price: $4.29
Trader Joe’s - Whipping Cream
0gr net carbs
This is shelf stable. In Europe, most whipping creams are sold this way. Perfect to buy a few and always have some handy as needed for cooking or baking
Price: $1.39
Trader Joe’s - Eggplant Garlic Spread
3gr net carbs
Price: $2.69
My thoughts: I don’t eat garlic, so will not be trying this
PROCEED WIT CAUTION!! Trader Joe’s - Broccoli & Kale as well as Cauliflower Pizza crust
15gr net carbs per serving of 1/6 of the crust
Price: $3.99
My thoughts: These are NOT KETO and I would say for most also NOT LOW CARB. You’re better off making your own crust or getting low carb tortillas someplace else OR if you’re lucky your store already has the Cauliflower Thins. See next product in the list
Trader Joe’s - Cauliflower Thins
1gr net carb
Price: Not sure, sorry!
My thoughts: I tried similar ones from Outer Aisle which were ok
Trader Joe’s - Traditional Carnitas
0gr net carbs
Price: $5.99
Trader Joe’s - Chili Lime Chicken Burgers
1gr net carbs
In the frozen section
Price: $3.69
My thoughts: I have not personally tried these but they came recommended by 4 other Keto-ers when I was gathering what to include in this guide. Based on that they must be good :)
Trader Joe’s - Mashed cauliflower
Kinda high in carbs: 5gr net carbs per serving
In the frozen section
Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s - Riced Cauliflower Stir Fry
5gr net carbs per serving
In the frozen section
Price: $2.99
Trader Joe’s - Organic Riced Cauliflower
2-3gr net carbs
In the frozen section
Price: $1.99
Trader Joe’s - Broccoli Florets
Did not get the details on carbs
In the frozen section
Price: $1.69
Sweet Keto Snacks available at Trader Joe’s
Dü good snacks - Keto Fudge Bites
2gr net carbs per serving of 1 Bite - 7 bites per bag
By the bars and supplements
Price: $4.99
My thoughts: I bought them but haven’t tried them yet
Quest Nutrition - Bars
~ 4gr net carbs per bar
Gluten Free
Varieties: Dependent on store. Mine had Chocoloate Chip Cookie Dough, the Hero Chocolate Caramel Pecan and the Cookies & Cream bars
Price: $1.99 per bar
My thoughts: I’ve tried a few different Quest Nutrition bars and so far the only ones I like are the ‘Hero’ ones
Simply Lite - Chocolate
1-2gr net carbs
Usually by the cash register
Varieties: Milk, Dark Chocolate and Dark Chocolate Almond
Sweetened with Stevia
My thoughts: These weren’t for me :/
Superior Source - Keto Collagen - Chocolate
1gr net carb per scoop - 23 servings per container
With MCTs, from coconut oil
Dairy free, gluten free
Price: $19.99
Savory Keto Snacks available at Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s - Crispy Crunchy Broccoli Florets
5gr net carbs per serving of 1 bag (40gr)
By the chips - the Okra ones have 7gr net carbs - so might be better suited for Low Carb than Keto
Price: $2.99
Chomps - Meat Sticks
0gr net carbs
Varieties: Jalapeño Beef sticks, Original Beef sticks, Original Turkey Sticks
Price: $1.69
Trader Joe’s - Roasted Seaweed Snack
0-1gr net carbs
Varieties: Sea Salt, Wasabi, Teriyaki
Price: $0.99
EPIC bar - Chicken Sriracha
0gr net carbs
Price: $2.49
Trader Giotto’s - Oven-Baked Cheese Bites
0-1gr net carbs
Varities: With Black Summer Truffle and Regular
Price: $2.69
Nuts
Check out the nut aisle for Macadamia and Almonds!
Jerky
By the meats you should also be able to find a display with the Trader Joe’s Jerkies priced between $5.99 to 6.99. Check labels. Most are keto friendly and make great snacks especially when on the go
Cheeses
Trader Joe’s has an amazing cheese selection. Some of my favorites include TJ’s Burrata, French Brie, Mushroom Brie
Charcuterie
Trader Joe’s also has lots of Charcuterie options. Dry salami, to go packs of salami and provolone and mini salami sticks
What Keto friendly food did I walk out with after this scouting trip?
Here’s my humble haul. I’m trying to take it a bit slower these days ;)
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Keto on!
Céline, Founder of Keto Anywhere LLC