Trader Joe's Meal Plan

Here's what a week of healthy meals and snacks looks like when using only Trader Joe's tasty and convenient products.

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Photo: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.

Trader Joe's has a pretty incredible fan base and it's not hard to see why. They offer tons of tasty products at a great price and their customer service is top-notch. We love how convenient their products make getting meals on the table every day, and we always keep a few essentials stocked in the freezer and pantry for those days when there's no time to get to the store. While there are plenty of items that aren't exactly the healthiest, there are just as many that are (and that are dietitian approved)! And those healthy foods are what we highlighted here in this weeklong Trader Joe's meal plan.

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Check out the shopping list below to see what you'll need for this week of healthy eating, and don't miss the helpful meal-prep steps that you can do ahead of the busy workweek to save time and stress less.

Trader Joe's Meal Plan Shopping List

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You can find everything you'll need to follow this meal plan in this shopping list, plus a few other optional items, like tea and coffee, to round out a typical day of eating. Print it off or simply pull this list up when you're at the store and get to shopping!

Get the shopping list here

7-Day Trader Joe's Meal Plan

This 7-day meal plan using Trader Joe's items will show you just how easy healthy eating can be when you rely on healthy store-bought items. From their tasty breakfast items, all the way through to dinner, there are so many delicious ways to enjoy TJ's products. Something to note: Prepare any products that need to be cooked according to package directions, unless otherwise directed.

How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals:

  1. Prep the Falafel Tabbouleh Bowls with Tzatziki to have for lunch on Days 2 through 5. Store in an air-tight container to keep fresh for the week. (To buy: amazon.com, $26 for 5)
  2. Cut half a bunch of celery into sticks and store in a meal-prep container (To buy: amazon.com, $9 for 1) in the fridge to have for snacks on Days 6 and 7.
  3. If you really want to get ahead, portion out snacks ahead of time, so they're ready to grab and go during the week. You can do this with the Go Raw trail mix and the Fig & Olive crackers—just wait to add anything that needs to be refrigerated.

Day 1

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Breakfast

  • 1 Organic Acai Bowl

A.M. Snack

  • 1 slice Sprouted Wheat Sourdough Bread, toasted and topped with Creamy Salted Peanut Butter and banana

Lunch

  • 1 Cuban Style Citrus Garlic Bowl served over shredded romaine lettuce hearts and topped with Organic Toasted Sesame Dressing, hot sauce and freshly squeezed lime juice

P.M. Snack

  • 1 Mini Brie Bite with 1 serving Fig & Olive Crisps

Dinner

  • 1 serving each of Chicken Gyoza Potstickers, Organic Brown Rice and Broccoli & Kale Slaw. Sauté the broccoli and kale slaw in olive oil and season it with a pinch each of salt and pepper.

Day 2

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Breakfast

  • 1 serving each of European Style Plain Whole-Milk Yogurt, Fancy Berry Medley (thawed) and Ancient Grains and Nuts Granola

A.M. Snack

  • 1 slice Sprouted Wheat Sourdough Bread, toasted and topped with Creamy Salted Peanut Butter and sliced banana

Lunch

P.M. Snack

  • 1 Mini Brie Bite with 1 serving Fig & Olive Crisps

Dinner

Day 3

Meals from the Trader Joe's meal plan
Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.

Breakfast

  • 1 serving each of European Style Plain Whole-Milk Yogurt, Fancy Berry Medley (thawed) and Ancient Grains and Nuts Granola

A.M. Snack

  • 1 slice Sprouted Wheat Sourdough Bread, toasted and topped with Creamy Salted Peanut Butter and sliced banana

Lunch

P.M. Snack

  • 1 serving Go Raw Trek Mix

Dinner

  • 1 serving Arugula & Parmigiano Reggiano Ravioli topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 serving Cruciferous Crunch topped with Green Goddess Salad Dressing

Day 4

Meals from the Trader Joe's meal plan
Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.

Breakfast

  • 1 serving each of European Style Plain Whole-Milk Yogurt, Fancy Berry Medley (thawed) and Ancient Grains and Nuts Granola

A.M. Snack

  • 1 slice Sprouted Wheat Sourdough Bread, toasted and topped with Creamy Salted Peanut Butter and sliced banana

Lunch

P.M. Snack

  • 1 serving Go Raw Trek Mix

Dinner

  • 1 serving each precooked Chicken Breast Medallions with Coconut Red Curry Sauce over Organic Riced Cauliflower, Whole-Wheat Tandoori Naan, and Carrot Spirals sautéed in a little olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper.

Day 5

Meals from the Trader Joe's meal plan
Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.

Breakfast

  • 1 Organic Acai Bowl

A.M. Snack

  • 1 serving Buffalo Style Hummus with celery sticks

Lunch

P.M. Snack

  • 1 Mini Brie Bite with 1 serving Fig & Olive Crisps

Dinner

  • 1 serving each of Beef Steak, Handsome Cut Potato Fries, Green Beans and Rice Medley

Day 6

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Breakfast

  • 1 serving each of European Style Plain Whole-Milk Yogurt, Fancy Berry Medley (thawed) and Ancient Grains and Nuts Granola

A.M. Snack

  • 1 serving Buffalo Style Hummus with celery sticks

Lunch

  • 1 serving Corn Poblano Chowder served with 1 slice Sprouted Wheat Sourdough Bread topped with 1 serving Hummus Dip and fresh cilantro

Meal-Prep Tip: Save the other serving of the Corn Poblano Chowder for tomorrow's lunch.

P.M. Snack

  • 1 serving Go Raw Trek Mix

Dinner

Day 7

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Breakfast

  • Shakshuka Starter topped with eggs and cilantro

A.M. Snack

  • Buffalo Style Hummus with celery sticks

Lunch

  • 1 serving Corn Poblano Chowder with 1 slice Sprouted Wheat Sourdough Bread topped with 1 serving Buffalo Style Hummus and fresh cilantro

P.M. Snack

  • 1 Mini Brie Bite with 1 serving Fig & Olive Crisps

Dinner

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