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!
Good luck!
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Aldi is great! Will be giving some of these products a try for my toddler!
Love my Aldi and have for years, every time I move I try to find the next closest one!
I’ve actually never shopped at Aldi before since it’s over an hour drive but I’ve heard great things and would love to finally make the trip to check it out
I like Aldi for pantry staples and cheese! Ours doesn’t have as much organic produce/milk as yours seems to!
My husband has celiac’s, so we love their GF options!
My son loves Aldi’s pouches, too! I’m for sure going to try adding some riced cauliflower to his mac n cheese next time, brilliant idea! Another way I love slipping some veggies into him is through fruit-and-veggie juices. There are a couple of kids brands that do this, but he also will drink V8 (watered down).
I love Aldi! Nothing beats their delicious and inexpensive fruit!
I have only been to Aldi once. I was amazed by the freshness of their produce. I love discovering new to me health brands at great prices.
You’ve just convinced me to go check out my local Aldi!! That cashew butter is calling my name…
Aldi is awesome! Their organic selections are great and they are my go-to for baking essentials. I love how I also find other surprising items at Aldi, like a nice houseplant or a sleepsack for my daughter.
I’m always looking for great snack ideas for my two little girls!! Love to see what other moms take with them!
I haven’t made the trip to Aldi yet, but after reading all of your posts I want to try it!
The nearest Aldi used to be 45 minutes away….we just moved and one is right around the corner. I’m so excited and have gone waaay too much. I’ll definitely have to try some of these snacks for my picky 18 month old!
Aldi’s is the best!!!!
Would love to try some of these aldi snacks for my kids!
I used to shop at Aldi all the time in college. I need to start going back!!
I Love Aldi for it’s reasonable prices and unique selection of foods – especially the chocolate and wine!
I am always on the hunt for healthy foods for my toddler! Thanks for the tips 🙂
I didn’t know Aldi sold pouches! I will have to swing by my local store and check them out! Thanks!
I’ve never shopped there but just checked and there is one about 3 miles from my house. Definitely will be checking them out!
I love Aldi for their prices and healthy and different options!
Aldi’s avocados are always the best!!
I love Aldi! Heading there after work today.
Most of the local Aldi’s are getting a face lift! Can’t wait to shop in the newly remodeled stores.
I haven’t shopped at Aldi before, but have been meaning to try it since moving close to one last year.
I’ve never shopped at Aldi, but I’m excited to check it out very soon!
Everyone I know has been raving about ALDI lately. I plan to go this weekend for the first time to get our weekly groceries. I’m excited to see the expense drop but not reduce the quality of anything. I’ll definitely be keeping these toddler favs in mind while I shop as I have a picky tot as well. 🙂
I love Aldi! Especially all the super cheap gluten free options.
great giveaway, Love Aldi, and its worth the drive for me. Have yet to make a bad purchas. Just wish they sold wine in MA.
Aldi is great! I love that they have so many organic options. Their potato chips are delicious 🙂
I love aldi! There Organic selection is growing and the quality is great!
I have an ALDI walking distance from my house. Super convenient to pick up last minute items!
We just started shipping at ALDI and love that place! Good food, great prices!
I love Aldi and go there weekly! It has saved us tons on our grocery bill.
I love how no-no sense Aldi is!
I LOVE my Aldi in Waukesha, WI! I’ve been shopping there for about a year, but my favorite shopping experience there so far was this past weekend: I was to provide two days of breakfast for 24 women attending my best friend’s bachelorette celebration. I was able to get all of the fruit, eggs, bacon, pastries, snacks (and even cocktails!) I needed for the group at Aldi, without maxing my wallet!
I love Aldi’s! We grew up going there 🙂
Our family loves Aldi! Being gluten-free, we find it hard to find affordable snacks that we can eat. We LOVE Aldi’s “G-free” line, especially their breakfast bars and crackers! If anyone else is gluten-free, I’d highly recommend checking out Aldi.
Best for organic produce
Our grocery store recently closed, so we only have Walmart and Aldi. Aldi is BY FAR my pick! Between the convenience, low prices and ease of finding items, it’s the only place we shop!
Our Aldi stores just got renovated and I have been planning on checking them out. $250 would be such a nice treat 🙂
We love ALDI! They have the absolute best produce.
Definitely need to check out Aldi!
Love Aldi. I especially love when avocados are .49!
I’m new to aldi but I love it!!
Love, love, love me some Aldi! Not only do I love the low prices, but I also love the layout of the store and how “little” selection there is. I have found that too many choices are overwhelming. Ha!
For years my first daughter said that Aldi was her favorite place. Ha!
I’ve shopped at Aldi once but after reading your posts I feel like I need to give it a try again!
I was all bummed out that no Aldi stores were near me but just looked on the website and there is one about 12 miles from my house- I will def be making the trip there, thanks to your recommendations!
We just got an Aldi so I’m excited to check it out!
WE have an ALDI in our town, 10 min from my house. I love shopping there and finding unique items.