Trader Joe’s isn’t just about quirky snacks and frozen meals—its pantry section is packed with cult favorites that shoppers swear by. Whether you’re whipping up a quick dinner, packing a lunch, or building a better breakfast, these 12 Trader Joe’s pantry essentials deserve a permanent spot in your kitchen. Here’s what to grab on your next trip (before they sell out again!).
Gluten Free Organic Rolled Oats with Ancient Grains & Seeds $4.99/24 Oz
Hearty, gluten-free, and full of fiber-rich seeds, this oatmeal blend is perfect for overnight oats or a warm morning bowl.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 180 per 1/2 cup
- Total fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary fiber: 5g
- Soluble Fiber: 2 g
- Insoluble Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 8g
Ingredients
Organic Rolled Oats, Organic Amaranth Flakes, Organic Quinoa Flakes, Organic Chia Seeds, Organic Ground Flax Seeds.
Preparation Instructions
Add water or milk and microwave for 2–3 minutes or simmer on stovetop until soft.
Joe’s Os Cereal Bars $2.99/4.23 Oz
These chewy, lightly sweetened bars are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack, with the same nostalgic flavor as your favorite breakfast cereal.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per bar: 120 per bar
- Total fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients
Peanut Flavored Coating (Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Partially Defatted Peanut Flour, Nonfat Dry Milk, Peanut Oil, Salt, Soy Lecithin), Dry Roasted Peanuts, Toasted Oats Cereal (Whole Grain Oat Flour, Cornstarch, Brown Cane Sugar, Trisodium Phosphate, Baking Soda, Sea Salt, Vitamin And Mineral Blend [Ferric Orthophosphate, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide, Thiamin Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid], Mixed Tocopherols [To Preserve], Wheat Starch), Agave Syrup, Inulin, Peanut Butter, Contains 2% Or Less Of Water, Glycerin, Natural Flavor, Molasses, Sea Salt, Sunflower Oil, Mixed Tocopherols (To Preserve), Rosemary Extract (To Preserve), Agar-Agar. Contains Milk, Soy, Wheat, Peanut. May Contain Egg, Sesame, Almond, Brazil Nut, Cashew, Coconut, Pecan, Walnut.
Preparation Instructions
Ready to eat straight from the box.
Avocado Oil $7.99/16.9 Fl Oz
Ideal for high-heat cooking, salad dressings, and marinades, this neutral-flavored oil is a heart-healthy alternative to vegetable or canola oil.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per tablespoon: 120 per tbsp
- Total fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients
Avocado oil.
Preparation Instructions
Use for frying, roasting, or drizzling over dishes.
Organic Diced & Fire Roasted Tomatoes with Green Chiles $1.99/14.5 Oz
Add instant depth and spice to your soups, chilis, and pasta sauces with this pantry MVP.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 25 per 1/2 cup
- Total fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: less than 1g
Ingredients
Organic Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Organic Tomato Juice, Organic Green Chili Peppers, Organic Vinegar (To Preserve Natural Pepper Color), Sea Salt, Citric Acid, Calcium Chloride.
Preparation Instructions
Pour directly into soups or sauces; heat as needed.
Spanish Manzanilla Olives with Pimento Paste $2.99/14.5 Oz
Salty, briny, and with a pop of savory pimento, these are perfect for charcuterie boards or martinis.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 15 per 4 olives
- Total fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: less than 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Ingredients
Manzanilla Olives, Water, Pimento Paste [Pimento, Water, Sodium Alginate (Thickener), Guar Gum (Thickener), Salt, Lactic Acid (Acidifier), Citric Acid (Acidifier), Calcium Chloride (Thickener)], Salt, Lactic Acid (Acidifier). May Contain Pits.
Preparation Instructions
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Speculoos Cookie Butter $3.99/14.1 Oz
A creamy spread made from crushed speculoos cookies—sweet, spiced, and dangerously addictive.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 170 per tbsp
- Total fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 11g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients
Speculoos Cookies (Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Malted Wheat Flour], Caramelized Sugar, Vegetable Oil Blend [Palm Oil, Canola Oil, Citric Acid And Lemon Juice Concentrate {To Preserve}], Cane Sugar, Soy Flour, Contains 2% Or Less Of Invert Sugar Syrup, Wheat Gluten, Sodium Bicarbonate, Cinnamon, Nutmeg), Vegetable Oil Blend (Canola Oil, Palm Oil, Citric Acid [To Preserve]), Sugar, Canola Lecithin. Contains Soy, Wheat. May Contain Traces Of Milk, Egg, Almond, Hazelnut.
Preparation Instructions
Spread on toast, waffles, or eat by the spoonful.
Organic Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Soup $3.49/32 Fl Oz
This velvety blend of tomatoes and sweet red peppers is perfect for a cozy lunch or light dinner.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per cup: 120 per cup
- Total fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Dietary fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients
Organic Reduced Fat Milk, Water, Organic Tomato Paste, Organic Red Bell Peppers, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Roasted Red Bell Peppers, Roasted Garlic, Sea Salt, Organic Butter, Sodium Citrate, Organic Nonfat Dry Milk, Organic Rice Flour, Organic Garlic Powder, Organic Onion Powder, Organic Spices (Organic Black Pepper, Organic Cayenne Pepper). Contains Milk.
Preparation Instructions
Heat on stovetop or microwave until hot; serve with grilled cheese.
10 Minute Farro $1.99/8.8 Oz
Nutty and chewy, this shortcut farro cooks in just 10 minutes, making it a versatile grain for salads, bowls, and soups.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 170 per 1/4 cup dry product
- Total fat: 1.0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients
Pre-Cooked Farro. Contains Wheat. May Contain Traces Of Soy.
Preparation Instructions
Boil in water for 10 minutes, then drain and serve.
Organic Couscous $1.79/12 Oz
Light and fluffy, this quick-cooking couscous is a blank canvas for bold flavors or simple sides.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 170 per 1/4 cup dry
- Total fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients
Organic Durum Wheat Semolina. Contains Wheat.
Preparation Instructions
Pour boiling water over couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
Organic Coconut Milk $1.69/13.5 Fl Oz
Rich and creamy, this coconut milk is perfect for curries, smoothies, or vegan desserts.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 110 per 1/4 cup
- Total fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Ingredients
Organic Coconut, Water. Contains Coconut.
Preparation Instructions
Shake well before using. Heat or mix as recipe requires.
Black Beans $0.99/15.5 Oz
Pantry-perfect, protein-rich black beans are essential for tacos, soups, or quick grain bowls.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories per serving: 110 per 1/2 cup
- Total fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Dietary fiber: 4g
- Sugar: less than 1g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients
Black Beans, Water, Salt.
Preparation Instructions
Drain and rinse before heating; use as desired.
Nutritional Yeast $3.49/4 Oz
Cheesy, nutty, and completely vegan, this seasoning is a flavor-boosting must for popcorn, pasta, or veggies.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories: 20 per tbsp
- Total fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 3g
Ingredients
Inactive Nutritional Yeast (Dried Yeast, Niacin [Vitamin B3], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Vitamin B6], Thiamine Hydrochloride [Vitamin B1], Riboflavin [Vitamin B2], Folic Acid, Cyanocobalamin). May Contain Traces Of Soy, Almond, Cashew, Coconut, Hazelnut, Macadamia Nut, Walnut.
Preparation Instructions
Sprinkle over dishes to add flavor or blend into sauces.
Final Thoughts
From breakfast to dinner—and all the snack attacks in between—these Trader Joe’s pantry staples prove why fans keep coming back. Stock up now, and you’ll always have something quick, comforting, and flavorful within reach.
