I lost 40 pounds on the keto diet. Here are 16 things I'd always get at Trader Joe's to stay on track.

Elizabeth BlasiAug 11, 2022, 19:14 IST

I turned to Trader Joe's for keto-friendly staples, like the oven-baked cheese bites and spinach-artichoke dip.Elizabeth Blasi

When I was on the keto diet, which helped me lose 40 pounds, I relied on Trader Joe's.
I often picked up nuts and Buffalo-chicken dip, both of which are tasty and rich in healthy fats.

The Green Goddess dressing quickly became one of my keto-diet favorites.

The Green Goddess salad dressing is one of the most delicious Trader Joe's items.Elizabeth Blasi

This Buffalo-style chicken dip pairs well with cheese and meat.

Keto dieters love foods like the Buffalo-style chicken dip to help increase their fat macros for the day.Elizabeth Blasi

If you're a fan of crispy and crunchy foods, try broccoli florets.

Keep your macronutrients on track with broccoli florets.Elizabeth Blasi

Oven-baked cheese bites are practical yet indulgent.

I think Trader Joe's has some of the best cheese snacks you can find in grocery stores.Elizabeth Blasi

The Volpi Roltini, made with meat and cheese, is basically a keto staple.

Bring a handful of Volpi Roltini on your next trip to best suit your macros and wallet the next time you're in an airport.Elizabeth Blasi

Teeny tiny avocados are the perfect size for me.

A bag of Trader Joe's avocados goes a long way.Elizabeth Blasi

Use pimento cheese dip to add extra flavor to chicken.

The pimento cheese dip from Trader Joe's is another fan favorite in the keto world.Elizabeth Blasi

Throw one of these protein palettes in your bag so you always have a snack.

This protein palette helps me avoid "cheating" or pushing my intermittent fasting longer when I'm on a trip.Elizabeth Blasi

Add an extra layer of savoriness with umami seasoning blend.

The umami seasoning blend elevates every dish.Elizabeth Blasi

Macadamia and pine nuts are the perfect snacks on keto.

You can get Trader Joe's nuts for affordable prices.Elizabeth Blasi

The cheese selection at Trader Joe's is unparalleled for keto enthusiasts.

Keto or not, the Trader Joe's cheese section is a great place to find a nice assortment without paying too much.Elizabeth Blasi

This spinach-artichoke dip is loaded with flavor.

I like to put Trader Joe's spinach-artichoke dip on pizza crust.Elizabeth Blasi

Reed's Zero-Sugar Craft ginger beer goes great in a Moscow mule.

Reed's ginger beer is $1.20 each.Elizabeth Blasi

Mahi-mahi burgers are bursting with keto-friendly flavor.

Each bite of mahi-mahi burgers makes me feel like I'm on a south Florida beach.Elizabeth Blasi

Have a DIY pizza night with these cauliflower crusts.

If you're just starting the keto diet, look closely at the ingredients list on cauliflower pizza crust.Elizabeth Blasi

For a satisfying keto breakfast, pick up eggwich breadless breakfast sandwiches.

The eggwich breadless breakfast sandwich is a relatively new product gracing Trader Joe's aisles.Elizabeth Blasi

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