From frozen snacks to seasonal produce and crave-worthy dips, Trader Joe’s is fully stocked with summertime favorites that turn any picnic, BBQ, or weeknight meal into something special. Whether you’re after crowd-pleasing chips and guac combos or want to try the latest viral salad kits, this list covers 23 MVPs that are absolutely worth a spot in your shopping cart this summer.
Organic Freezer Pops $3.49/15 Fl Oz
These colorful freezer pops come in tropical punch, lemon, and apple flavors made with organic fruit juice.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 120 per 4 pops
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients:
Water, organic apple juice concentrate, organic lemon juice concentrate, natural flavors, fruit & vegetable juice for color.
Preparation Instructions:
Freeze overnight. Snip open and enjoy on a hot day.
Bubble Waffles $4.49/7.05 Oz
A TikTok-famous frozen breakfast treat that’s crispy on the outside and pillowy inside.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 340 per 2 waffles
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 58g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, sugar, eggs, milk, baking powder, natural flavors.
Preparation Instructions:
Heat in toaster or air fryer until golden brown.
Bacon & Eggs Shaped Sweet Gummy Candies $1.99/6.35 Oz
A fun novelty treat shaped like mini breakfast food, these gummies are a chewy, sweet surprise for summer candy bowls.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 120 per 6 pieces
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 29g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients:
Glucose syrup, sugar, gelatin, citric acid, artificial flavors, food coloring.
Preparation Instructions:
Store in a cool dry place; ready to eat out of the bag.
Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Thigh Skewers $6.99/10.5 oz
Juicy dark meat chicken with herby, garlicky chimichurri, perfect for tossing on the grill.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 180 per skewer
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 17g
Ingredients:
Chicken thighs, parsley, olive oil, garlic, vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt.
Preparation Instructions:
Grill or pan-fry until internal temp reaches 165°F.
Angus CBP Ground Beef Patties $9.99/21.3 oz
Juicy and flavorful ground beef patties made from premium Angus beef for easy summer grilling.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 290 per patty
- Fat: 23g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 19g
Ingredients:
100% Angus beef.
Preparation Instructions:
Grill, pan-fry, or broil to desired doneness.
Peanut and Crispy Noodle Salad Kit $3.99/14.5 Oz
A crunchy, peanutty Thai-style salad kit with cabbage, romaine, carrots, and crispy noodle topping.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 140 per 1 and 3/4 cup
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Mixed greens, shredded carrots, peanuts, crispy noodles, peanut dressing.
Preparation Instructions:
Toss with dressing and topping just before serving.
Sparkling Guava Juice Beverage $3.99/8.45 Fl Oz
A lightly sweetened sparkling juice that’s refreshing on its own or mixed into tropical mocktails.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 50 per can
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients:
Carbonated water, guava puree, cane sugar, natural flavors, citric acid.
Preparation Instructions:
Chill before serving. Great over ice with mint.
Surf’s Pup Dog Treats $3.49/10.6 Oz
Summery salmon-flavored treats shaped like surfboards—your pup will love ‘em.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 15 per treat
- Fat: 0.5g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Salmon, chickpea flour, coconut oil, flaxseed, natural flavors.
Preparation Instructions:
Feed as a snack or reward. Not a meal replacement.
Vidalia Onions $3.69/2 Lb
Sweet and mild, these Southern-grown onions are perfect for grilling or caramelizing.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 40 per 100 g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 9g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
100% Vidalia onions.
Preparation Instructions:
Slice and grill, sauté, or add raw to salads.
Sweet Chili Mango Salad Kit $3.99/11.25 Oz
This sweet and spicy kit includes cabbage, romaine, mango strips, and a sweet chili dressing.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 130 per 1-1/4 cup Salad + dressing
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 9g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Lettuce mix, mango-flavored tortilla strips, dried mango, sweet chili dressing.
Preparation Instructions:
Mix contents just before serving.
Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread $4.99/9 Oz
A spreadable version of TJ’s iconic Unexpected Cheddar—rich, tangy, and irresistible.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 0 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Aged cheddar cheese, cream cheese, spices.
Preparation Instructions:
Serve with crackers or veggies.
Avocado Ranch Salad Kit $3.99/12.8 Oz
Creamy, zesty, and perfect for summer BBQs, this kit includes cabbage, cotija cheese, and avocado ranch dressing.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 140 per 1 1/2 cups salad + dressing
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 8g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Lettuce mix, tortilla strips, cotija, avocado ranch dressing.
Preparation Instructions:
Mix contents and serve chilled.
Tropical Green Tea Instant Boba Kit $4.99/10.58 oz
Everything you need to make a trendy boba drink at home with a refreshing green tea twist.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 120 per serving
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 16g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients:
Tapioca pearls, green tea powder, cane sugar, natural flavoring.
Preparation Instructions:
Microwave tapioca pouch and mix with tea base and ice.
Raspberry Croissant Carré $4.99/11.29 oz
A bakery-case favorite, this flaky, buttery square is filled with raspberry jam and topped with sugar crystals. It’s part croissant, part Danish, and totally addictive.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 290 per pastry
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, butter, sugar, raspberry filling (raspberries, sugar, pectin), yeast, eggs, salt.
Preparation Instructions:
Heat in toaster oven or microwave for a few seconds to enhance flakiness and flavor.
Caramelized Onion Dip $3.49/10 oz
Creamy and rich with a deep onion flavor, this dip pairs well with ridge-cut potato chips.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 100 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Sour cream, caramelized onions, canola oil, garlic, spices.
Preparation Instructions:
Serve chilled with chips or warm as a spread.
Mini Shrimp Bao $4.99/10.48 Oz
Fluffy bao buns filled with seasoned shrimp—a fun and flavorful frozen snack.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 170 per 2 Bao + 1/4 Sauce Packet
- Fat: 3.0g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Wheat flour, shrimp, water chestnuts, soy sauce, sesame oil.
Preparation Instructions:
Microwave or steam until heated through.
Seafood Boil $9.99/22 Oz
A Southern-inspired frozen mix of shrimp, mussels, andouille sausage, and corn in seasoned butter.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 290 per 1/2 package
- Fat: 13g
- Carbs: 24g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Dietary Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 21g
Ingredients:
Shrimp, mussels, sausage, potatoes, corn, butter, spices.
Preparation Instructions:
Heat in skillet or microwave until hot and bubbly.
Elote Corn Chip Dippers $2.79/9.75 Oz
These crunchy, flavorful corn chips are seasoned with bold elote-style spices and pair perfectly with any summer dip.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 160 per ounce
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 16g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Corn masa flour, sunflower oil, seasoning (cheddar cheese, spices, sugar, salt, sour cream powder).
Preparation Instructions:
Enjoy right out of the bag or as a base for nachos.
Chunky Homestyle Guacamole $4.49/10 Oz
A classic guac made with avocado, tomato, onion, garlic, and lime juice—fresh, creamy, and summer-ready.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 50 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 4.5g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Dietary Fiber: less than 1g
- Sugar: less than 1g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients:
Hass avocados, tomatoes, onions, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, salt.
Preparation Instructions:
Keep chilled and stir before serving.
Sliced Basil & Garlic Monterey Jack Cheese $4.99/7.5 Oz
Herbaceous and savory, these cheese slices melt beautifully and bring summery flavors to burgers or sandwiches.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 80 per slice
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Monterey Jack cheese, dried basil, garlic powder, microbial enzymes.
Preparation Instructions:
Serve chilled or melt into grilled sandwiches.
Everything and the Elote Greek Style Yogurt Dip $3.79/8 Oz
Combining the viral elote flavor with creamy Greek yogurt, this dip is tangy, spicy, and totally addictive.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 60 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 4g
- Carbs: 4g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients:
Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, lime juice, chipotle pepper, spices.
Preparation Instructions:
Serve with veggies, crackers, or tortilla chips.
Quinoa and Black Bean Infused Tortilla Chips $3.49/12 Oz
A hearty, earthy chip that holds up to any dip, made with real quinoa and black beans.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 140 per ounce
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
Stone ground corn, black beans, quinoa, sunflower oil, sea salt.
Preparation Instructions:
Serve straight up or with guac and salsa.
Buffalo Chicken Dip $4.99/12 Oz
Creamy, spicy, and loaded with shredded chicken, this dip is a summer party essential.
Nutritional Facts:
- Calories: 60 per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 4.5g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: less than 1g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients:
Chicken breast, cream cheese, hot sauce, sour cream, cheddar cheese.
Preparation Instructions:
Microwave or heat on stovetop until warm and bubbly.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re firing up the grill, prepping a picnic, or just looking for new summer staples, these 23 Trader Joe’s MVPs hit the mark. Grab them while they’re in season—because as TJ’s fans know, favorites tend to disappear fast!
