Simplify your grocery shopping by stocking your cart with these 15 must-have items, featured on Anderson Cooper’s daytime talk TV show, Anderson. Having these staples on hand will allow you to mix and match many meal options – creating a healthy foundation any time of day. Need inspiration? Check out my website’s recipe archives by clicking here.
- Veggie tray (with hummus)
- Fruit bowl: apples, pears, grapes, oranges, bananas, grapefruit, etc.
- Salad mixes (spinach, mixed greens, baby kales, etc.)
- Frozen vegetables & unsweetened frozen fruit
- Nuts & nut butter
- Rolled oats (oatmeal)
- Potatoes (sweet & white)
- Whole grain bread & pita
- Frozen pre-cooked brown rice
- Whole grain pasta (such as whole wheat or quinoa)
- Plain Greek low-fat yogurt & milk/plant-milk (such as almond, soy or coconut)
- Eggs
- Skinless chicken breast
- Canned beans
- Flavor staples: olive oil, sesame oil, fresh garlic, onions, fresh ginger, balsamic vinegar, lemons, limes, avocado, parmesan cheese, salsa, jarred marinara sauce, dried herbs & spices, honey