I follow the Mediterranean diet and shop at Aldi. Here are 17 things I love to buy and how I use them.

Kristina LopezMar 8, 2023, 00:04 IST

I can stock up on Mediterranean-diet staples, like goat cheese and pesto, at Aldi without breaking the bank.Kristina Lopez

I try to follow the Mediterranean diet and shop at Aldi for tasty and affordable groceries.
The grocery store sells staple items like lemons, balsamic vinegar, and raw honey.

Lemons are prominent in Mediterranean cuisines, and I use every part of the fruit.

A squeeze of lemon can bring a burst of acidity to a dish or drink.Kristina Lopez

Grapes are naturally sweet and make an excellent addition to charcuterie boards.

Red and black grapes are my favorite types, but I like to buy different colors.Kristina Lopez

Tomatoes are almost always on my grocery list.

Roma tomatoes give a rich taste and texture to so many iconic Mediterranean dishes.Kristina Lopez

South Mill Champs' stuffed mushrooms stuffed are delicious and light.

If you're not a fan of mushrooms, the South Mill Champs stuffed delights may change your mind.Kristina Lopez

Park Street Deli's chickpea salad is a high-protein snack packed with fiber and flavor.

The salad has chickpeas, edamame, cranberries, carrots, and bell peppers.Kristina Lopez

A little bit of goat cheese goes a long way.

I'm sensitive to lactose but can enjoy goat cheese in moderation.Kristina Lopez

The Specially Selected oven-baked flatbread takes very little time to prepare and tastes excellent.

Flatbreads are easy to make, and I can experiment with different toppings.Kristina Lopez

Pestos pair well with flatbreads, pasta, hummus, and so much more.

I switch between pestos depending on what I'm cooking.Kristina Lopez

I keep Tuscan Garden marinated artichoke hearts in my pantry to dress up salads and pizzas.

I buy Tuscan Garden marinated artichokes, which come in glass jars.Kristina Lopez

Savoritz Parmesan crisps are a high-protein, low-carb alternative to potato chips.

Savoritz crisps are light and don't make me feel sluggish after I eat them.Kristina Lopez

When I can't decide which hummus I want, I choose Park Street Deli's pack of four.

Park Street Deli's item allows me to try four different hummus flavors before committing to one.Kristina Lopez

Priano balsamic vinegar adds a nice acidity to salad, pizza, and meat.

Balsamic vinegar makes a great meat marinade.Kristina Lopez

Aldi's Mediterranean-herb salmon is an easy-to-prepare, delicious entrée.

I love salmon, and this one from Aldi bakes beautifully.Kristina Lopez

The Bremer gyro-sandwich kit is a top-notch lunch option.

Though I love to cook, it's nice to have some easy-to-make meals on hand for when I get too busy.Kristina Lopez

I use ground beef to make my favorite ragú pasta sauce.

Ragú is a meat sauce made with ground beef or pork, tomato sauce, celery, onions, carrots, white wine, and herbs.Kristina Lopez

When you can't make your own paella from scratch, try this Specially Selected one.

Paella is a Spanish staple that's become a favorite in my house.Kristina Lopez

Raw honey is an ingredient in so many Mediterranean recipes.

Sometimes, I add a touch of honey and lemon juice to my tea.Kristina Lopez

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