Trader Joe’s is a vegan/plant-based dream… so many great products at an affordable price. If you are on a budget, you definitely have some options here. They are always introducing fun, new products for vegans, so it’s a good idea to keep up with their flyers.
Please note: I am choosing products while assuming you have the essentials at home already (you know, oil, vinegar, butter, spices, and various other condiments). I hope that makes sense… but of course, swap out items and add in anything you may need. This is just a template, and a little proof that it’s possible to shop frugal and eat well!
Trader Joe’s Vegan Shopping List Under $50
For a grand total of $49.04, you can buy:
- romaine lettuce (3 heads) – $1.99
- plum tomatoes (2) – .58 cents
- bag carrots – .79 cents
- baby spinach – $1.99
- avocado – $1.00
- white button mushrooms box – $1.99
- bag of sweet potatoes – $1.79
- onion – .99 cents
- bananas (4) – .76 cents
- container of strawberries – $4.49
- quinoa – $2.99
- creamy almond butter – $5.99
- tofu – $1.99
- pasta – .99 cents
- almond milk – $2.99
- roasted garlic hummus – $1.79
- can of organic white beans – $1.19
- whole wheat bread – $1.99
- marinara sauce – $1.99
- salsa – $1.99
- rolled oats – $3.99
- watermelon – $2.99
- frozen edamame – $1.79
Prices may vary depending on your area/store, but this is what it came out to be at our local Trader Joe’s.
Meal Ideas
Breakfast:
- Toast with almond butter (+ banana)
- Oatmeal with almond butter and strawberries
- Banana, strawberry, almond butter, and almond milk smoothie
- Toast with mashed avocado (optional addition of salsa)
- Sautéed spinach, mushrooms, and onion with a side of avocado
- Tofu scramble with your choice veggies, avocado, salsa, + toast
- Sautéed spinach and avocado between bread for a breakfast sandwich (optional addition of salsa)
- Oatmeal, banana, and almond butter smoothie
- Spinach, banana, and avocado smoothie
- Toast with hummus (optional addition of tomato slices)
- Breakfast quinoa bowl with peanut butter and banana
Lunch:
- Baked sweet potato with beans and avocado
- Sandwich made with mashed white beans, hummus, and topped with tomato and spinach
- Sandwich made with hummus, lettuce, tomato, shredded carrots, and avocado
- Large salad topped with veggies of your choice and baked tofu
- Almond butter and banana sandwich (optional addition of strawberries)
- Sweet potato with chopped tomato and hummus
Dinner:
- Warm quinoa salad – spinach layered with quinoa, white beans, tomatoes, shaved carrots, avocado, and salsa
- Baked tofu steaks with a side of mashed sweet potatoes and sautéed spinach
- Pasta with marinara sauce (add mushroom and onions to sauce to jazz it up)
- Pasta with marinara, onions, and white beans
- Pasta with avocado sauce (just avocado blended with a squeeze of lemon if you have it, water, and salt)
- Sautéed veggies with a side of quinoa, topped with salsa
Snacks:
- Carrot sticks and hummus
- Banana with almond butter
- Watermelon as is
- Strawberries as is
- Frozen edamame
🌿For more plant-based recipes and inspiration, visit: Cozy Kitchen: Simple Plant-Based Recipes & Tips
