Trader Joesis famous for a lot of things, but especially their extensive snack selection.
Seriously, they have a TON of packaged snacks.
Like, full aisles devoted just to bags of chips and salsa and protein bars and nuts.
Graphic by Cristina Cianci
And, because of theircute, wholesome labelling, its not always clear whats healthy and whats not.
Which can make the decision process kind of a lengthy one.
(Maybe thats why the lines are so long?)
Theres no doubt that theyre healthy because they were all hand-picked by registered dietitians.
This popcorn is flavored with just olive oil and a touch of salt.
And each 2-cup serving is only 130 calories.
And eating popcorn is a super fun way to boost whole grain intake, she adds.
Just Beets Chips
As the name suggests, these chips are made only with beets.
No olive oil, no saltjust beets.
She pairs them with Trader Joes Classic Hummus for a snack that keeps her satisfied.
Organic String Cheese
Real talk: Who doesnt love string cheese?
And, since nobody does affordable cheese better than Trader Joes (its true!
), theres no better place to pick up a pack of this old school favorite.
Thats 16 percent of the daily value in one snack, she says.
But her favorite thing about them?
They come in a resealable bag so theyre still fresh when its time to tap in for more later.
Trader Joes sells their kefir in couple different flavors (vanilla and mango).
She keeps them on hand for a quick, protein-rich snack.
Organic Roasted Teriyaki Seaweed Snacks
Trader Joes has been on top of theseaweed snack trendfor ages.
This is a go-to when I want a crunchy snack, she says.
With 7 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber they totally hit the spot, she says.
These are what she reaches for when she needs a quick sweet treat.
Meanwhile, Zesty Nacho Kale Chips
Despite the zesty nacho flavoring, these kale chips are totallyvegan.
That cheesy taste comes from a mix of plant-based ingredients like cashews, sunflower seeds, and vegetable powders.
Plus, theyre crunchy and super snackable.
And each single-serve pack is filled with a healthy mix of plant-based fats, protein, and fiber.