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
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The organic mac and cheese looks good!
I just made it again yesterday — it’s so tasty!!
Aldi sells the BEST organic blueberries! For some reason, their’s are always the plumpest, most juicy, delicious ones around!
I just started shopping at Aldi – love the pouches for my toddler too!
Aldi has great prices and fresh produce! I find something new every time I go.
I had no idea Aldi had a great healthy food selection. I will certainly give it a try!
I love Aldi and have been eager to tell all my friends about its awesomeness – I love when I buy as many organic products as I do, and the price tag is so much lower than I expect! 🙂
I just started shopping at our ALDI more often and am amazed at my savings!
Ive gone in there so many times, and come out with a lot more groceries than I anticipated and every time I’m pleasantly surprised by how much money I did NOT spend! Love this place!
My family and I LOVE Aldi! We save a ton and still feel good about buying organic as much as possible. They’re currently remodeling our usual store and I cannot wait to see the outcome! Also, those shells and cheese are delish!
I Love my local Rhinelander, Wi aldi! I’ve already been buying puffs, crunchers, and pouches for my toddler and the organic whole milk is the Best Buy around!
I love how simple the layout and format is for their store. You can get in and out fairly quickly.
We have an Aldi opening up right down the street and I am SO excited to check it out once it opens. The cashew butter looks amazing!
I just recently rediscovered Aldi’s based off your latest posts and the prices absolutely can’t be beat! My toddler loves the Happy Farms yogurt pouches! As soon as she sees them I have to open up a package and give her one. We never make it to the check out line without having consumed at least one pouch.
I love Aldi so much it’s ridulous! Even though I with a specific list that I rarely stray from, I have to check everything out!
I haven’t shopped at Aldi in several years but will have to start again!
I love those veggie chips too!
That mac and cheese looks so good! I love adding peas or broccoli to boxed Mac and cheese for a quick meal 🙂
The pouches look like a great find since they can get expensive! Also the cashew butter is something I’ll have to check out!
I just went to Aldo for the first time last week, and I am in love! You can’t beat the price for granola bars and snacks!
I shop at Aldi weekly and am so glad more people are seeing all it has to offer!
I shop at Aldi weekly and am so glad more people are seeing all it has to offer!
I haven’t been to Aldi yet but I’m dying to try it out! I am expecting my first baby in August so great to know they also carry a lot of baby/toddler friendly items!
I love that ALDI is small, and I can get in and out in 40 min… A special feat with two under two! They make shopping for healthy foods convenient, quick, and affordable. 😉
Aldi seems to have great prices on fresh and organic foods!
An Aldi store just opened up where I live! It’s definitely a no frills store, but the super low prices are unbeatable! I bought the fruit pouches for my daughter along with a bunch of other goodies.
I just recently started shopping at Aldi and love their organic and simple ingredient products!
An Aldi just opened by my house and it is amazing! I find new things every time!
I’ve only been to ALDI once, but have been itching to go back! Their deals and quality are great and now that we have a toddler as well, it’ll be even better!
We love Aldi!
I love aldi!!!
I haven’t tried Aldi in years despite one being located not too far from my house. I remember it being a really beat down store that we would occasionally visit when I was a kid. I had no idea so many organic and healthy finds were available there. I’m definitely going to give it a try soon!
I just started shopping at Aldi and LOVE it! I may have a slight addiction 🙂
Love Aldi and all of their organic options!
ALDI is building less than a mile from me. So excited to have this option and try products I’ve seen on this blog!
I’m so glad our closest Aldi is only 10 minutes away! It’s kind of comical watching me try to bag groceries while wearing a 5 month old and trying to prevent my 2 year old from escaping!
Most of the ALDI’s around me are getting renovated! I never thought they looked that bad but they are doing a really great job at making them more appealing! We love ALDI!
I LOVE Aldi!!! It’s great to have one about a mile from my house:) I think I do at least 75% of our grocery shopping from there!
We love Aldis. But so glad you are posting the must haves. Will definitely try few of these.
I LOVE all the posts about Aldi… my husband and I are expecting our first (basically any day now) and we have really been trying to reel in the spending. Aldi has let us pull back on the grocery budget without sacrificing our health!
I cannot get enough of Aldi! I can look when I go this weekend but are those veggie straws gluten free?
I have an Aldi about 20 minutes away from my house but I’ve never been – I will definitely be checking it out and purchasing some of these recommendations for my toddlers (and me)!!
Aldi is amazing and just down the street from my house, so it’s a convenient little walk when the weather is good. Found the most amazing Boca-style veggie burgers in the limited offer freezer case the last time I was there and the Thai Red Curry I had for lunch today was delicious!
You’re really selling me on Aldi.
I actually have yet to go into an ALDI but ironically it is on my to-do list this weekend after having two separate friends RAVE about the quality, selection and prices on their organic options! I also have seen them pop up here and on a few other blogs – so now I am convinced I must go!
I’ve been SO impressed with their selection and variety! Love the grassfed meat, salmon and PIZZAS ! 😉
ALDI is the best! I always find new things to try (at a great price), plus there’s always amazing chocolate that manages to jump into my cart :O)
I’ve never been to an Aldi, but I really need to go to one! I have heard such good things!
I love Aldi and wish mine wasn’t 30 minutes away – I would go way more than I do. Those veggie straws are something I want to try with my toddler.
I definitely need to check out Aldi given your rave reviews. I mean I love Burn Boot Camp so…
we always shop at ALDIs and love the prices and great items they offer for my little family.