Anyone out there who regularly purchases food for kids – especially organic, healthy food – can tell you that grocery bills add up quick, even if the child you’re feeding is picky. I can only imagine how parents of teenagers feel when they stock up on food every week! When it comes to feeding Chase, we try to keep his diet well-rounded and full of fruits and veggies, healthy fats and protein. Of course this is easier said than done and while we’d ideally get greens in his belly a heck of a lot more frequently than we do, I’ve adopted a slightly more relaxed attitude about his eating because stressing out about it doesn’t do anything to improve his appetite and there’s definitely no forcing a toddler to eat if they aren’t interested.
That being said, Chase has developed some food and snack time favorites and there are certain foods I find myself purchasing for him on repeat. Ever since we began shopping at ALDI regularly, I feel like I am constantly discovering a new healthy snack for Chase that is both affordable and made with simple and often organic ingredients. We purchase a lot of our organic fruits and vegetables at ALDI in addition to their grass fed organic beef (another Chase fav!) but for today’s post, I wanted to share a roundup of five ALDI-specific foods Chase loves. (I can also vouch for the tastiness of all of these snacks… yes, even the pouches!)
Toddler Favorites from ALDI
- Clancy’s Original Veggie Straws
I first purchased these veggie straws when I saw another toddler snacking on them in the cart at ALDI as his mother shopped. Of course Chase saw this snack action happening and immediately pointed at the veggie straws in the toddler’s hands and said, “Blease! Blease!” (His version of “please” still begins with a “b.”) Naturally the veggie straws made it into our cart because I’m a sucker and if something with the word “veggie” on it even remotely interests Chase, I’m going to try it! And just like that, a love affair was born. The veggie straws are crunchy, salty and very tasty and pack well in a small Ziploc bag (they don’t crush as easily as other crackers). Though we treat them like chips (so they’re more of a “treat” snack), they’re definitely a favorite when we bring them out!
- SimplyNature Cashew Butter
Proceed with caution around this cashew butter because you will want to eat the whole jar in one sitting! Chase saw me snacking on a spoonful of the cashew butter a few weeks ago and seemed interested, so I made him a cashew butter and jelly sandwich. He absolutely inhaled it! I am always looking for ways to get Chase to eat more foods that contain healthy fats and this nut butter is one of his new favorites. In addition to sandwiches, he loves using it as a dip for apple and pear slices.
- Elevation Pure & Simple Apple Pie Bars
The Elevation Pure & Simple bars first attracted my attention thanks to their simple ingredient list. These bars remind me of energy bites I make for Chase that he loves (mainly dates, nuts and spices) and the apple pie flavor is his (and my!) favorite. They’re easy to throw into my bag at the last minute and work well as a delicious source of energy when Chase is hungry and we’re out and about.
- SimplyNature Organic Shells & White Cheddar
The SimplyNature Organic Shells & White Cheddar pasta is a hit with our picky little eater! I can often sneak riced cauliflower into the dish at the last minute which makes me happy since anytime I can get veggies in Chase’s belly, it feels like a small victory. I’m not going to lie, Ryan and I love this mac and cheese, too!
- Little Journey Organic Food Pouches
I love these pouches so much not only for the sheer convenience (organic fruits and veggies on the go!) but also the price. They come in a variety of flavors including Pear Apple Spinach, Apple Banana Strawberry Yogurt (Chase’s favorite), Apple Carrot, and Banana Apricot Apple Rice. I always have a pouch of some kind in my bag and Chase is a big fan of the Little Journey flavors!
ALDI Giveaway
And just in case you didn’t have the chance to enter the ALDI giveaway last week, you still have time to win a $250 gift card to ALDI!
To enter this giveaway, simply use the widget below and click here to find your local ALDI. A winner will be randomly selected first thing next Friday morning!
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Great produce – such good prices too!
Many of my fellow mom friends rave about Aldi’s but I have never been. I would love to try!
I used to go to Aldi every other weekend back in college when I lived really close to one– my favorite experience would have to be all the times i got 3 boxes of food for less than $20 😉
My daughter is 20 months old and love the multi- grain Cheerios from Aldis. She also loves the yogurt bites.
I need to go back to Aldi now that I have a baby that eats foods! Haven’t been in too long!
Aldi employees are amazing- I would shop there even if it weren’t the most affordable because of their customer service!
I haven’t been there much
I have never been to an ALDI but have now found one close by where I live thanks to your blog. I’m heading there soon! Thanks for the chance to enter this giveaway.
I get everything at ALDI, except they don’t carry ziggi’s yogurt, so I have to make a quick stop at Publix a couple times a month. Love Aldi, we save so much money!
I’m a recent Aldi convert! Love it.
I don’t know that I’ve ever. Even in an ALDI but all of your great recommendations (and comments about prices) definitely make me want to check it out!
Those Veggie Straws are a favorite at our house too. And I have a very lucky water whose only veggies come from those organic fruit/veggie pouches. I love Aldi!
**picky eater. I should proof before I post. Oops!
their yogurt pouches/tubes are a favorite of little man AND those veggie straws! 🙂
I’m obsessed with Aldi and I love their veggie chips too
I’m a daycare provider. I love shopping at Aldi for healthy snacks for my kiddos. I made myself a cashew butter and jelly sandwich the other day. IT WAS SO GOOD!
The affordable selection of organic goods is surprising!
I love their produce and gluten free products! I also love their everyday low prices!
I haven’t been to Aldi in years but I did frequent it when I was really young and couldn’t really afford much. Aldi saved me lots of money for sure!
I need to find an Aldi near me asap clearly!
Their organic tortilla chips and salsa is so good!
I shop there weekly. Prices are great and food quality is, too.
I’ve never been to Aldi. There are a few in my area tho. I always mean to at least stop in
I love Aldi. It’s so con isn’t, and even more so that they astarted the baby line right when we found out we were pregnant!
I go to Aldi once or twice a week. Love the Fit & Active line has helped me so much with my weight-loss! Their 45 calorie bread has been a lifesaver as well as their 100 calorie packs. Really adore that line! Thanks for the chance! 🙂
We have an Aldi nearby and I love to stop in and pick up stuff for charcuterie boards! It’s so affordable and everything tastes great!
This post made me want to go to Aldi! Thanks for posting this!!
I recently moved back into an Aldi area and am so excited. The products I need (or lets be honest, want!) for a great price!
I love Aldi!!!
They have a poblano pineapple guacamole that is to die
Thank you for reminding me of Aldi! Our grocery. I’ll was almost 1/2 what it normally is this week. My toddler loves their cheese sticks (and I love the price).
I mean our grocery bill! 🙂
I’m trying to eat quality paleo on a budget and Aldi is a lifesaver for me! From their Spanish Prosciutto, to the grassfed ground beef, to their wild-caught salmon…they really help me stay in budget and eat well!!
I’ve only been to our Aldi once, but I need to go back- the first time at a new grocery store is always disorienting. Where’s the milk? Where’s the canned goods? ha ha
I have yet to go since it’s about. 20 min drive for me, but now that it’s summer (I’m a teacher) I’m dying to make the trip!
There is an ALDI on my way home from work. So convienient!
I had an old gift certificate and the cashier refused it, probably because he didn’t know how to process it since they switched to gift cards recently. Another employee heard them and told me to wait, she would get a manager and they would figure it out, which they did! I love good customer service.
There is an ALDI where I live, and I just learned that it is a sister store of Trader Joes! I have only been a couple of times, but your blog posts make me want to visit more often!
I especially like all of the organic products they sell! And their produce section is great!
We found such yummy foods when we went last week… they have really stepped up their game! Can’t wait to go back!
Love Aldi’s
I shop at Aldi every week! Their produce is always fresh and cheap.
I first discovered Aldi when I lived in Florida, and fell in love hard! They have such great prices and fun items. I got my first foam roller there, so they have a special place in my heart.
I love Aldi!
I keep wanting to try this store and your posts just confirm that I need to go soon!
Love Aldi!!!
Aldi’s simple store layout makes it easy to grab food essentials on the go! Very quick and convenient way to shop!
I love buying my wine & cheese at Aldi
my favorite thing to get at Aldi is the dried mango!! SO GOOD
Two words–> Cheap Avocados!
I just moved to a new city and found a local Aldi that I am really excited to try out!
I need to look for some of these. Yum!