Trader Joe’s grocery haul
Need some inspo for this weeks groceries? I picked up some fun beverages and also some staples for recipes. Chipotle bowls, chicken caesar wraps, roasted veggies, and so many more meals!
Let me know if you’d like to see the recipes! What do you think?
Okay, so you know those adorable little bags of teeny tiny avocados from Trader Joe's? They've completely changed my avocado game! Seriously, if you haven't tried the teeny tiny avocados bag yet, you're missing out. For ages, I struggled with buying a huge avocado, only using half, and then watching the other half turn brown in the fridge. Not anymore! These little gems are perfectly portioned, which means zero waste and always fresh avocado for my meals. My favorite way to use them is for quick, healthy additions to almost anything. For instance, when I'm making those chipotle bowls or chicken Caesar wraps that the original post mentioned, one teeny tiny avocado is just the right amount for a single serving. I just slice it up or mash it directly into my bowl. It's so much easier than trying to save half of a larger avocado. Another amazing use? Single-serving guacamole! Just mash one up with a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt – perfect for dipping some tortilla chips or adding to your Pollo Asado Al Pastor tacos on those *Homestyle Whole Wheat Flour Tortillas*. Beyond just convenience, these teeny tiny avocados are super versatile. I love them on toast in the morning, or diced up and tossed into a Caesar Style Salad Kit to make it more substantial. They even pair well with other fresh finds from Trader Joe's. Imagine roasted Teeny Tiny Potatoes and *asparagus*, topped with a few slices of fresh avocado. Delicious! And when I'm feeling fancy, a few slices can elevate a simple side salad made with cucumbers and maybe even some of those sweet Dulcinea Jam Grapes for a burst of flavor. They're usually around $4.99 for a bag, which is a fantastic deal considering you're getting perfectly ripe, ready-to-eat avocados without the waste. For anyone looking to streamline their meal prep or just avoid food waste, grabbing a teeny tiny avocados bag is a game-changer. I usually check for ones that feel slightly soft but not mushy, indicating they're perfectly ripe and ready to eat within a day or two. If they're a bit firm, I just leave them on the counter for a day or two, and they ripen beautifully. It's truly one of my staple purchases from Trader Joe's now, right alongside the Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee for a morning pick-me-up and even the Organic Aloe Vera Juice for a healthy boost. These small choices really make a difference in keeping my fridge stocked with useful, delicious ingredients!