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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I am obsessed with Aldi! What you get for your money is just amazing and I’m lucky enough to live about a mile away from my store so I can visit all I want!
LOVE Aldi! We also have a toddler so I understand what you mean about high food costs, so those Aldi savings are huge for us!
We have two Aldi’s close by, one is great for seasonal gear, the other for fancier food items.
I love Aldi for their cheap fruit and berries! I have scored $1 strawberry pints on several occasions and I am obsessed 🙂
We stock up on ‘boat food’ – aka snacks to eat while on the boat and produce weekly. My favorite things about ALDI, after the prices, is the small store footprint and the bring your own bags concept!!
I love Aldi for their cheap produce and sparkling water! And veggies straws of course:)
Just noticed an aldi in a fairly close vicinity to us the other day, can’t wait to check them out!
They JUST opened one in my neighborhood. Can’t wait to check it out!
I am a huge Aldi fan and trying to convince my best friend/workout partner that her family needs to convert as well! Their prices for guac, hummus, meat and snack cheese make my teacher budget and husband THRILLED!
I’ve never been to Aldi but there’s one pretty close to me! Would love to try it out!! Looks like so much good stuff there.
I’m at Aldi every weekend, I can’t live without my staples there. What a great giveaway!
I really should go to Aldi more!
I’ve been wanting to try Aldo’s for awhile now!
Haven’t been to an ALDI in years, but would love to check it out again.
i just discovered an Aldi near me and I love it!
There’s an ALDI not too far from my office and I definitely want to check it out!
Aldi is my favorite place to pick up new snacks. I always find great trail mix at a very reasonable price!
I love Aldi! There is one right by my work!
I never knew Aldi had this kind of selection, can’t wait to check them out.
I love shopping at Aldi. It really helps my grocery budget. My closest aldi is 10 min away.
Love aldi! Heading there today!
that macaroni and cheese looks delish!
I regularly frequent Aldi for cereal, snacks, meat, pasta, and bread. I’m selective in what produce I purchase– it never looks great. Hopefully this is improving!
I love how Aldi carries my favorite snack at a much lower price! Snyder hot buffalo pretzels – yum!
I plan on going tomorrow for road trip snacks!!!
I haven’t been to Aldi yet, but apparently there is one super close to me. I’ll have to check it out!
My family is a big fan of Aldi… best prices!
I always find fresh produce at Aldi, to make healthy meals for my family.
I always say it is the most underrated store!
We just got an Aldi’s in our town that’s about to open- and I can’t wait to peruse their aisles!
Can’t wait to try some of these snacks from my local Aldi!
I have been meaning to check out the Aldi by my house– all of your posts have been reminding me I need to try it.
With number 4 on the way and the other 3 eating me out of house and home, Aldi’s is a life saver!
Aw! Congrats to you!!
Love the prices on organic produce and pouches at Aldi!
Those apple pie bars sound delicious!! I am going to have to find those at our local Aldi! I hope your day is fabulous Julie! Xoxo
I don’t make it to Aldi very often but am impressed by their prices and selection. And I love their minimalist approach to grocery shopping!
The ALDI closest to me just re-opened after renovations. I am excited to go check them out again!
I haven’t gone to Aldi, but one recently opened where I can go, and I’d love to check it out!
Love veggie sticks!
I’m impressed with Aldi’s selections
Aldi has really helped us cut our weekly grocery bill! I love how I am buying organic and saving money!!
I found out recently that there’s an Aldi by us, and while I haven’t been yet, your posts really have me interested in checking them out!
I am loving that Aldi has so many organic options now! Their grassfeed beef is one of my favorites, too!
I love ALDI! My girls would love the veggie straws!
I used to frequent Aldi often in college but haven’t been much in the last few years. (especially since I’m so close to Trader Joe’s)…. But I need to drop in and check out them out again since they have added so many organic products in the last few years.
Love Aldi! A town near us recently opened one and it’s now where I get a majority of my groceries. Their organic line can’t be beat when it comes to price (and often quality)!
They are building an Aldi in my town and I am so excited!
Got hooked on Aldi when I spent a year on the Netherlands….LOVE the food and prices
An ALDI just opened up in my area. I can’t wait to explore it and see what good stuff I can come up with. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for all your recommendations. Go to love healthy options at an affordable price!
We LOVE aldi!! There is one right by my daughter’s daycare, so Friday afternoons I pick her up and we go food shopping together!