8 Insanely Delicious and Healthy Trader Joe’s Snacks
I’m a snacker so when I found these healthy Trader Joe’s snacks, I couldn’t wait to share them with you!
There’s something about shopping at Trader Joe’s that makes me happy. It could be the employees who are super helpful and kind or possibly the vibe when you walk in the door. Most importantly though, I feel, is the variety of different products. I always find something (or a few things) new to try each time I visit.
I’m trying to watch my waistline and am on the hunt for the quintessential snacks that will satiate my hunger and that are also healthy-ish.
My Favorite Trader Joe’s Snacks!
Pumpkin Seeds
I can’t have just one handful of these in-shell pumpkin seeds. They have just the right amount of salt and are the perfect mid afternoon snack. Some health benefits of pumpkin seeds are:
- helps to lower blood sugar levels via magnesium
- substantial serving of zinc
- a great source of dietary fiber
- high in antioxidants
- natural source of tryptophan, which helps to improve sleep
Organic Gala Apples
Trader Joe’s bagged organic gala apples are a must-buy each time we go. The apples are super sweet and crunchy, and most importantly, the perfect size for my little guy to snack on. One gala apple is packed with:
- Fiber
- Sugar
- Vitamin C
- Less than 1g of fat
Triple Cream Brie with Wild Mushrooms
OK, this one may not necessarily be “healthy” but it is DELICIOUS. I love cheese – it is one thing I don’t think I could give up. Trader Joe’s Triple Cream Brie Cheese with Wild Mushrooms is always on my charcuterie tray when we have guests. Last week I bought one just because.
I paired it with TJ’s Original Savory Thin Crackers. You don’t want a cracker that with overtake the deliciousness of the cheese.
Gluten-Free Pretzel Twists
I try to stick with gluten-free products as much as I can. I do feel a difference when I eat a slice of pizza, bagel, or pasta that contains gluten (usually stomach issues, headache, etc.) Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Pretzel Twists are yummy – I compare in flavor to Glutino’s, but a lot less expensive!
I’ll dip these in nut butter or eat them on their own.
Cereal Bars
I am a complete product of marketing, so when I saw the name of this particular cereal bar “This Apple Walks in a Bar”, I had to check it out. I usually eat a Luna protein bar at about 10 am, but wanted some variety and this cereal bar does the trick.
It reminds me of a larger version of a fig newton bar, but yummier.
Inner Peas
You read that right…this next snack is named Inner Peas. It has the perfect amount of crunch and salt. These vegetable crisps are made from real peas and have the perfect light flavor.
YUM.
Mochi Rice Nuggets
When you first read what this snack is, you may be a bit wary to try them. I was drawn to the Mochi Rice Nuggets super cute packaging (once again a product of marketing…and the fact that they were right next to my fave Inner Peas) and had to try them. They are not sweet as notated in the description, but savory – similar to Bugles but healthier.
Fall Tortilla Chips and Salsa
Trader Joe’s is known for their samples. Last time I visited they were sampling these super cute leaf-shaped tortilla chips and Fall Harvest salsa. I had to buy them – aside from the cuteness of the tortilla chip shape, the salsa was delicious.
Trader Joe’s Fall Harvest Salsa is a combination of butternut squash, pumpkin, and apple.
What are your favorite Trader Joe’s snacks? Comment below because I would love to know!
This is a great list. I love pumpkin seeds!! You should try the Ginger Snap cookies from Trader Joe’s, they are absolutely delicious!!
Ohhhh, I will look out for them next time I go!
These snacks look so delicious! Thank you for sharing these healthy snacks with us from Trader Joe’s
Laura
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My pleasure, Laura!
This reminds me I need to go to Trader Joe’s ! They’ve came out with so many healthy and vegan snacks lately.
Britney, Trader Joe’s is the only place I enjoy food shopping 🙂
These all look amazing! I love Trader Joe’s. I don’t really go for the healthy stuff though. I get the Cookie Butter, Cinnamon Bun Spread, Pancake Bread, and Joe Joe’s. 😉
My wife loves TJ’s. I’ll have to show her this for her next trip!
Thanks for sharing this with her, Mike. I think you’ll love the snacks too!
We love the gluten free pretzels. I remember when I got this for the 1st time my daughter had a fit because they were gluten free. She ended up eating them and loving.
Tara, I actually like the way they taste better than the conventional ones!
My kids love to snack on pumpkin seeds and the ones from Trader Joes are so good! I really want to try those tortilla chips, they look good too! I love the fact that all of these are healthy.
I go to Trader Joe’s for three things. Spinach. Butter Lettuce. Fresh Atlantic Salmon. That’s it – hahaha!! Once in a blue moon I will buy the shawarma or some French Fries or a Fettuccini Dish for my husband, but that’s very rare!
I need to look for the pumpkin seeds next time I go to Trader Joes. I love shopping at Trader Joes for snacks.
All of these looks really good and tasty and my favorites are the pumpkin seeds and the inner peas.
These snacks are as healthy as they really are!
I do love my Trader Joes. They just opened up one near my work and I’m so geeked about it. I am going to have to find the brie with the mushrooms. That sounds amazing.
I’m craving for those apple cereal bars, yum!
Oh I love your selection. I would love to try those Tortilla Chips, they look so yummy!
Thanks! I downed those tortilla chips last weekend – so cute and yummy!
We don’t have a trader joes over here but I’ve seen similar products in my local supermarket/health food store! I’ve actually got Rice Nuggets in right now, and always have time for gala apples! Or granny smiths!
Those are amazing!! Have you ever tried the Trader Joe’s dried seaweed? They come in plain, wasabi, and teriyaki. I could live off of the wasabi ones!!!
Those are amazing!! Have you ever tried the Trader Joe’s dried seaweed? They come in plain, wasabi, and teriyaki. I could live off of the wasabi ones!!!
Laura, I haven’t and am excited to try them out now!!!
I’m a big snacker so this is much appreciated! Those tortilla chips are so cute!
I’m glad you enjoyed this, Cindy!
That corn tortilla chips is the perfect one for me. LOL. It is one of the most flexible one in this list. Hopefully though they expand distributed here in Asia
Trader Joes always has the best stuff! I’ll have to check some of these out.
I like these recommendations! Cereal bars are my absolute favorite. The corn tortilla chips are also good. I need to try the pumpkin seeds!!
I am addicted to the pumpkin seeds!
wow this list is awesome my kids would really love this i would show it to them and ask them if they want me to buy it for them
They offer so many yummy and healthy snacks. I am so tired of fast foods and this one is refreshing. Trader Joes is incredible!
These are really tasty and healthy snacks. Have been hearing a lot about pumpkin seeds.
I so wish we had Trader Joe’s in Toronto, I would literally be there ALL THE TIME. All of these snacks looks absolutely scrumptious!
Oh I wish we have Trader’s Joe in my area. Huhu. Rhese snacks got me so curious how they taste like. Especially the the brie with mushrooms.
The brie is insane! Some of those snacks can be ordered via Amazon – click the links for details!
I really appreciate your efforts for the energy and knowledge you used to write such a beautiful piece of content.
Those apple cereal bars and the fall leaf crips look amazing! Wish we had Trader Joe’s in England 🙁
I am OBSESSED with those green pea snacks! I just go through them by the bag full! 😉
I love snacks! LOL Thanks for such healthy recommendations! I can’t wait to try the Inner Peas! Yum!
The Inner Peas are so yummy!! Enjoy, Crystal 🙂
Thanks for sharing great info with us.