Trader Joe’s May lineup is turning heads with a global mix of flavors, bold snacks, and limited-time gems that fans are hoarding fast. From sweet-meets-savory treats to international-inspired eats, these are the 12 Trader Joe’s finds flying off shelves right now.
1. Garlic Butter Irish Potato Chips $2.99/5.5 Oz
These crunchy kettle chips are infused with rich garlic butter flavor, reminiscent of classic Irish comfort food.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 140 per serving
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Total Sugars: 1g
- Includes Added Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 0mg
- Iron: 0.4mg
- Potassium: 320mg
Ingredients:
Potatoes, sunflower oil, garlic butter seasoning (butter, salt, garlic powder, natural flavor).
Preparation:
Ready to eat straight from the bag.
2. Celebration Cake Pretzels $2.99/7 Oz
Yogurt-covered pretzels dusted in rainbow sprinkles with a cake batter twist.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 170mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 21g
- Dietary Fiber: Less than 1g
- Total Sugars: 14g
- Includes Added Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 30mg
- Iron: 0.3mg
- Potassium: 70mg
Ingredients:
Pretzels, yogurt coating, sugar, palm oil, cake batter flavoring, sprinkles.
Preparation:
Enjoy straight from the bag as a sweet snack.
3. Okonomiyaki Japanese Vegetable Pancake $4.99/10.2 Oz
Inspired by Osaka street food, these savory cabbage pancakes include bits of vegetables and a sweet-salty sauce.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 180 per serving
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 410mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Total Sugars: 10g
- Includes Added Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 40mg
- Iron: 0.0mg
- Potassium: 180mg
Ingredients:
Cabbage, carrots, green onions, wheat flour, egg, soy sauce, okonomiyaki sauce.
Preparation:
Pan-fry or heat in microwave for a quick meal.
4. Passion Fruit Meringue Tartelettes $4.99/7.05 Oz
These delicate French-inspired tarts feature a tangy passion fruit curd and sweet toasted meringue.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 70mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 44g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Total Sugars: 31g
- Includes Added Sugars: 29g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin D: 0.2 mcg
- Calcium: 10mg
- Iron: 0.2mg
- Potassium: 90mg
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, butter, sugar, egg white, passion fruit puree, pectin.
Preparation:
Serve chilled or room temp.
5. Sparkling Matcha Lemonade $1.99/12 Fl Oz
A fizzy drink blending earthy matcha with tart lemonade, perfect for summer sipping.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 80 per serving
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 35mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Total Sugars: 18g
- Includes Added Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 0g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 30mg
- Iron: 0.0mg
- Potassium: 40mg
Ingredients:
Water, cane sugar, lemon juice concentrate, matcha green tea, carbon dioxide.
Preparation:
Chill and enjoy.
6. Brown Sugar Boba Mochi $2.99/6.35 Oz
These chewy, non-frozen mochi bites are filled with a brown sugar syrup center and have the taste of a milk tea boba.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 110 per serving
- Total Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 5mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Total Sugars: 10g
- Includes Added Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 0g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 10mg
- Iron: 0.2mg
- Potassium: 10mg
Ingredients:
Tapioca starch, sugar, brown sugar syrup, coconut oil, rice flour.
Preparation:
Ready to eat; no refrigeration needed.
7. Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs $4.29/12 Oz
Savory chicken meatballs with sweet pineapple teriyaki glaze for quick meals or appetizers.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 160 per serving
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 440mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Total Sugars: 5g
- Includes Added Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Vitamin D: 0.1 mcg
- Calcium: 10mg
- Iron: 1.0mg
- Potassium: 370mg
Ingredients:
Chicken, breadcrumbs, pineapple, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger.
Preparation:
Heat in skillet or microwave.
8. Tom Yum Seasoned Snack Mix $3.49/5.29 Oz
A crunchy blend of peanuts, rice sticks, and Thai spices for a spicy citrus punch.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 160 per serving
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 290mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 14g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Total Sugars: 3g
- Includes Added Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 20mg
- Iron: 0.8mg
- Potassium: 130mg
Ingredients:
Peanuts, rice flour, lemongrass seasoning, chili, lime flavor.
Preparation:
Snack straight from the pouch.
9. Oakwood Smoked Trout Fillet $16.99/1 Lb
Delicate trout fillet cold-smoked over oakwood, offering a smoky protein-rich option.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 110 per serving
- Total Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
Ingredients:
Trout, salt, smoke.
Preparation:
Serve on toast, salads, or with crackers.
10. Japanese Mini Taiyaki $4.99/7.89 Oz
Fish-shaped mochi cakes filled with sweet red bean paste, perfect for dessert or snacking.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 240mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 39g
- Dietary Fiber: Less than 1g
- Total Sugars: 12g
- Includes Added Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 4g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 70mg
- Iron: 0.3mg
- Potassium: 100mg
Ingredients:
Rice flour, red bean paste, sugar, water.
Preparation:
Toast lightly or microwave briefly.
11. Sweet, Spicy & Tart Chile Lime Flavored Seasoned Dried Strawberries $3.99/2 Oz
This unique snack balances sweetness with heat and a tangy zing, thanks to chile lime seasoning.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 200 per serving
- Total Fat: 1.0g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 46g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Total Sugars: 37g
- Includes Added Sugars: 19g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin D: 0.0 mcg
- Calcium: 100mg
- Iron: 1.3mg
- Potassium: 170mg
Ingredients:
Strawberries, cane sugar, chile lime seasoning (chili powder, citric acid, lime oil).
Preparation:
Enjoy right from the pouch.
12. Spicy Pink Salt with Crushed Red Chili Pepper $1.99/7 Oz
A bold finishing salt with heat from crushed red pepper, ideal for seasoning meats, eggs, or avocado toast.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 0 per serving
- Total Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients:
Himalayan pink salt, crushed red chili pepper.
Preparation:
Use as a seasoning or finishing touch.
Final Thoughts
Trader Joe’s is pulling out all the stops this May with a lineup that spans sweet, savory, spicy, and downright addictive. Whether you’re craving comfort food with a twist (hello, Garlic Butter Irish Chips), stocking up on unique global snacks, or sipping something new like Sparkling Matcha Lemonade, there’s something for every taste.
These limited-time finds won’t last long—so if something caught your eye, grab it while you can. Which one are you trying first?
