Two cartons of Trader Joe’s Seltzer Water flavored with Lemon and Ginger go into my cart each week. This a refreshing no calorie beverage that goes with most of the foods is also enjoyable on its own. There are two other flavors – Cranberry Lime and Blood Orange with Orange Juice. I expected to like […]
Quinoa Dolmas (vegan)
These arrived at my store a few months ago right next to the usual rice filled dolmas. I assume they’re meant to appeal to folks who are avoiding white rice in favor of higher protein grains. These aren’t terrible and I swear I feel better after eating these than the white rice version but the […]
Rice Cauliflower Bowl (vegan)
This is one of my new favorite foods from Trader Joe’s. I’m not generally a fan of riced cauliflower which I find to be an unsatisfying replacement for real rice. However this dish totally works due to an interesting and satisfying combination of ingredients, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, baked tofu, and roasted onions, and a flavorful […]
Falafel Salad
Trader Joe’s Baked Falafel Salad Palette consist of falafel cubes, feta cheese, tomato, cucumber, and red onion on a bed of romaine lettuce and kale with yogurt-hummus dressing. This is a filling salad but the flavors and textures don’t quite work. The heavy toppings flatten the lettuce and cause it to become limp and sometimes […]
Trader Joe’s Vegan Tikka Masala (vegan)
I’m always happy to see a new vegan product at Trader Joe’s. Unfortunately, the vegan tikka masala is not only disappointing but nearly inedible. On a positive note the rice and sauce are good and the price ($3.49) is reasonable for an entrée. However, the vegan “meat” is somehow both chewy and slimy, unlike anything […]
Trader Joe’s Ricotta & Spinach Tortelloni with Red Pesto
This is one of my favorite Italian-style entrees from Trader Joe’s. The most pleasant and unexpected thing about this entrée is that the sauce isn’t a cooked tomato sauce. Instead it’s mostly halved cherry tomatoes, chunks of zucchini and red pepper, and basil. The result is a fresher taste and firmer texture than most frozen […]
Trader Joe’s Hearty Minestrone Soup (vegan)
There are now 7 fresh soup selections at my Trader Joe’s. These are usually on the top shelf above the grab-and-go salads. Two have meat, but 3 (carrot coconut curry, pea, and vegetable with quinoa and kale) are labeled vegan. The remaining two (lentil and minestrone) appear to be vegan based on the ingredient list. […]
Quinoa Duo with Vegetable Melange (vegan)
This quinoa dish is super easy to cook and quite tasty and satisfying. Colorful vegetable pieces make this an attractive side dish. Add a can of garbanzo beans for a complete meal. Drizzle with a little olive oil and add salt & pepper to taste. What’s your favorite frozen grain dish from Trader Joe’s? Location: […]