by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 31, 2016 | Herbs/Spices, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
I often get granulated garlic at Costco, but Trader Joe’s also carries smaller containers of it.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 31, 2016 | Ingredients, Misc, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Just a few pieces of these seaweed snacks works very well for the Zuna base (recipe in The Foodie Bar Way). Once opened, they will go from light and crispy, to soft and “stale” – quickly… so once opened, we immediately put the package into a...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
You can find organic mixed vegetables in the freezer section of Trader Joe’s- you can enjoy it as part of your Basic Bar for the Loaded Baked Potato Foodie Bar… YUM!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells organic frozen broccoli without anything added. Steam it until just tender!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s frozen organic corn is perfect for the Cowboy Salad Foodie Bar… yum!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells edamame in the produce area, ready-to-eat, as well as in the freezer section, (need to be cooked).
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s charges less for their cauliflower, compared to most supermarkets. We LOVE cauliflower, a few of our favorite ways to prepare it include roasted and in our nacho topping (recipe in The Foodie Bar Way)
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
These organic carrots are both colorful and delicious. Trader Joe’s sells them in their refrigerated produce area. Use them to make a variety of recipes in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook, like Curry Zuna (watch me prepare this on Good Day Sacramento TV), or make my...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
I buy lots of greens, including kale and mixed greens, to enjoy throughout the week in our Smoothie Foodie Bar, Crazy Salad Foodie Bar, and, well, greens can be incorporated into nearly every meal! Lot of ideas for you in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook, including Thin...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Fruit, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s carries a variety of organic tomatoes, though once you grow your own, a store bought tomato will never measure up! Don’t keep tomatoes in the fridge, as they lose flavor quickly! If you haven’t made my Tomato Almond Pesto recipe for The...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells all types of potatoes, including sweet potatoes, Yukon gold, red and bags with mixed colors, perfect to steam for snacks! Keep uncooked, whole potatoes in a dark, cool place, away from onions.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 27, 2016 | Herbs/Spices, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
In my opinion, Trader Joe’s has the best fresh mint! It is less expensive and seems to last much longer than organic mint purchased anywhere else.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 22, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells delicious Brussels sprouts in a variety of ways in their produce/refrigerated area. Soooo versatile and fun! Watch me prepare an amazing recipe featuring these beauties on California Bountiful TV.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 22, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells raw beets, ready to grate into your favorite salad or roast for a delicious recipe from The Foodie Bar Way! If you are short on time, you can also purchase their roasted beets in the refrigerated area.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 22, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
In the refrigerated section at Trader Joe’s, you’ll find baby bok choy! So delicious and easy to prepare – raw in salads or cooked in stir-fries or my Un-Fried Rice Foodie Bar (found in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook).
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 22, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells beets in the refrigerated section. They have already been roasted and are ready to eat… You can use them in a variety of ways, including in this recipe for Roasted Beets with Citrus – which is in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 12, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Even though “micro-greens” are tiny, they are mighty!!! They are PACKED with nutrients, that your body can easily absorb, so add a handful to your salad mix, pasta dish, on top of tacos or avocado toast… the options are endless! So many recipes in...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 12, 2016 | Condiments, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
In my opinion, this is pretty spicy salsa…
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 12, 2016 | Ingredients, Misc, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s carries nori – seaweed snacks that I use in my Curry Zuna recipe that I made on Good Day Sacramento TV (and can be found in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook). Slide an opened package into a quart size freezer bag right away to keep them...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 12, 2016 | Fruit, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
When I am at Trader Joe’s, I like to pick up some organic cucumbers to enjoy with one of my hummus recipes or to put into my Curry Zuna (all in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook). Watch me make Curry Zuna on Good Day Sacramento TV.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 12, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Sugar Snap Peas that are ready to pop into your mouth can be found in the produce aisle of local supermarkets and at Trader Joe’s. They are perfect for dipping into one of my hummus, dressing or guacamole recipes in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 11, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells organic celery in the refrigerated produce area. I buy organic celery because it is on the “dirty dozen” list.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 11, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells organic zucchini (also known as summer squash) on a consistent basis, and I find it tends to be less expensive than at the supermarket/grocery store. Some of the zucchini (as well as some sweet corn and papaya*) grown in the US is from...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 10, 2016 | Athlete, Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
I eat these right out of the package, just as they are or dipped into one of my dressings, hummus, guacamole, salsa featured at www.TheNutritionProfessor.com or in the my book – The Foodie Bar Way.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 10, 2016 | Costco, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
These colorful potatoes are perfect for steaming and having on hand to sprinkle with mesquite, Cajun or taco seasoning, or dip into hummus, mustard, your favorite oil free dressing (many recipes and even 2 Dressing Foodie Bars can be found in The Foodie Bar...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 6, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells a ready to eat/cook collection of delicious cruciferous veggies, including: kale, Brussels, broccoli, green cabbage and red/purple cabbage. Sounds great for my Crazy Salad Foodie Bar (and Base), Un-Fried Rice Foodie Bar and more!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 6, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s sells several different bags of Brussels sprouts, as well as Brussels sprouts still on the stalk (for a limited time during the winter holidays).
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 5, 2016 | Condiments, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
While I love making my own salsa (See my Salsa Foodie Bar in the book), when I do buy it, this is one of my favorites.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 5, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
While most people are familiar with marinated artichoke hearts in oil/vinegar, water packed artichoke hearts are also available in jars and cans.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 5, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
I absolutely LOVE Japanese eggplant! They are easy to slice in to planks, rounds or even just in half, lengthwise. I like to grill or roast them, (Fajita Grilled Veggies or Mediterranean Grilled Veggies – both recipes in The Foodie Bar Way). I also broil them...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Vegetables
We buy 2-3 bags of Power Greens every week at Costco! I use them in MANY of the Foodie Bars and recipes, including my Crazy Salad Foodie Bar, Smoothie Foodie Bar, Pasta Foodie Bar, Mexican Quinoa, Southwestern Loaded Sweet Potato and more!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
While most people are familiar with marinated artichoke hearts in oil/vinegar, water packed artichoke hearts are also available in jars and cans.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Vegetables
My son loves these baby corn in our famous Un-Fried Rice recipe! I found organic baby corn online.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Though I didn’t grow up eating them, I LOVE Brussels Sprouts! My mom did not enjoy them as a child (overcooking them makes the flavor overpowering and the texture mush), so she never prepared them for our family. When done right, they are amazing! (gently...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Look for colorful carrots at the Farmers’ Market, Trader Joe’s or local supermarket. Find the bunch with the freshest green tops if they are still attached!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
There are a whole variety of colorful cauliflower now available! Do some taste testing to see which you enjoy the most! Scope out cauliflower at your local Farmers’ Market, too!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Whenever possible, buy organic celery, as pesicide residues have been higher than for other veggies (check out this list of fruits and veggies – Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 to help you decide which to buy organic.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Chipotle peppers are roasted jalapeños and are canned with adobo sauce. The peppers are still whole, with the seeds inside. If you want the smoky pepper flavor without all of the heat, be sure to scrape out the seeds before mincing (finely chopping) the chipotle. Most...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
I always keep several bags of organic frozen corn. It couldn’t be easier than grabbing a bag from the freezer, cutting off one corner, pouring out the amount I need (still frozen) and returning the rest to the freezer. It will be thawed in no time (can also...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Supermarkets, Vegetables
We buy Organic Edamame (ready-to-eat) in the refrigerated area at Costco. I always look for packages with the date furthest in the future. When I get home, I divide up the pods into 3 quart zip-top bags and put two in the freezer, because I know we won’t eat...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Condiments, Costco, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Vegetable broth comes in aseptic containers like the one below (always look for low sodium varieties). I tend to use the refrigerated broth base, but usually have one carton in my pantry. Keep any open cartons in the fridge.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
I use these in my Un-Fried Rice Foodie Bar.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Fruit, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
These jarred roasted red and yellow peppers are delicious and very versatile.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Rainbow Salad – sold by Mann’s -is a cousin to Broccoli Slaw, however includes the addition of cauliflower (broccoli, cauliflower, purple cabbage and carrots). If often goes on sale at my local supermarket for $0.99 and I use it in my Crazy Salad Base, as...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
While some of my students grew up eating bok choy in stir-fries and soups, others have never tasted this wonderful vegetable from the cabbage family. It is super crispy and can be enjoyed raw in a salad or cooked. It is very nutrient dense and provides calcium that is...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Beets can be purchased and cooked or enjoyed raw (grated in salad… amazing -better than you think it would be!), or available already cooked and vacuum sealed. Perfect for your Crazy Salad Foodie Bar or the Beet with Citrus recipe in The Foodie Bar Way. For...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Fruit, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets, Vegetables
These tomatoes are packed in aseptic boxes, so worry about BPA lined cans. Several brands are available at the grocery store.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Fruit, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Tomatillos can be found the in produce aisle of many supermarkets, most often with the outer covering (either green or brown – dried). Keep them at room temperature unless cut (then refrigerate). They will be very tart if they are still quite firm.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Fruit, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Many varieties of sun-dried tomatoes are packed in oil, but these are dry and can be re-hydrated or chopped dry and added directly to a dish.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Cost Plus World Market, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Fresh shallots are in the produce area, usually right next to the onions and garlic, or dried in a jar.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Cost Plus World Market, Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Dried onion last for months and can easily be added to dressings and soups, especially great for travel…
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Cost Plus World Market, Costco, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Seaweed snacks made from nori are showing up at many stores, from the local supermarket to Costco. Sea vegetables, including “seaweed” are very nutrient rich, especially when it comes to minerals like iodine. Dulse is another type of sea veggie that can be...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
This gorgeous rainbow chard was at our local Farmers’ Market, but our local grocery stores carry it as well.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
These sweet potatoes are delicious and commonly labeled as “yams” – though true yams are very large roots, can weigh over a hundred of pounds, are white in color, and commonly grown in Africa, Asia or the Caribbean. If you plan to roast them whole,...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
When many people think about sweet potatoes, they might picture a bright orange dish on the Thanksgiving table. However, these sweet potatoes with light colored flesh are VERY creamy when cooked (the orange colored flesh can be a little stringy, and are great when...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Purple potatoes are bursting with phytonutrients, ready to protect your cells! These are available at our local supermarket, year-round. I will put a few pictures of whole purple sweet potatoes up once I get an opportunity to get to a Farmers’ Market in...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Condiments, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Start looking at ingredient labels when shopping for pickles and you’ll find that nearly all varieties at local supermarkets use food coloring. However, Trader Joe’s organic kosher pickles do not. Keep them in the refrigerator once opened.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Condiments, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
It seems that relish and peperoncini’s are very difficult to find without added food coloring. Mezzetta is a very popular brand and has a “natural” line – called “Jeff’s Naturals” – so food coloring! Yippee!! I believe...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Supermarkets, Vegetables
Shirataki noodles are extremely low in calories and made from either soybeans/tofu or Japanese konjac yam. They are usually sold in a bag filled with water, in the refrigerated area of the produce aisle (with the tofu, wonton wrappers, miso, etc.) and will last...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Herbs/Spices, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
I buy the biggest bunch of parsley I can find each week for my Crazy Salad Base (in The Foodie Bar Way or on my website www.TheNutritionProfessor.com). When I get it home from the market, I plunge it into a big bowl of ice water and then remove the large stems and use...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Fresh mushrooms can be purchased at any grocery store, though I buy a 24 oz container of them at Costco each week for my Garlic Mushrooms (recipe in The Foodie Bar Way) and on my website (www.TheNutritionProfessor.com). When choosing white button mushrooms, always...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Condiments, Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Growing up in an Italian family, we always made our “red sauce” from scratch, so I am pretty picky. While I love to make my Quick Tomato Sauce (in The Foodie Bar Way), I always have a few jars of Trader Joe’s Organic Spaghetti Sauce with Mushrooms on...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Jicama is one of my favorite veggies! I love making my Jicama Chips (in The Foodie Bar Way cookbook and on my website – www.TheNutritionProfessor.com) Be sure to peel the skin completely, including the layer underneath the outer peel- texture slightly resembles...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Costco, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
I buy triple washed organic salad greens (16 oz container) every week for my Crazy Salad Base. I am very picky when I choose the container, and every once in a while, I will find leaves that have already started to decay. I will typically throw away a few leaves, but...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Kale is also available with purple stems, with the color also integrated into the leaves. Color, especially deep purples, let us know that these greens are full of important phytonutrients that protect our cells. Same procedure with these – rinse to remove any...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
Lacinato or Dinosaur kale is typically very dark green and the leaves are shaped like large feathers with a very bumpy texture. They are easy to clean and chop and are a staple in my weekly Crazy Salad Base. After they soak in a large bowl of ice cold water, I remove...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
This frozen organic broccoli is great, as is Trader Joe’s brand.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Trader Joe’s now carries zucchini in the freezer aisle, grilled without any oil!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Supermarkets, Vegetables
10-16 oz bags of mixed vegetables can be found in the freezer aisle of grocery stores, while Costco sells big bags, if you have the freezer space!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
I buy organic edamame (soy beans) out of their shells for our Un-Fried Rice Foodie Bar. They are ready after being cooked in boiling water for 4-5 minutes.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
I was so excited to discover that Trader Joe’s now carries frozen cauliflower grilled without any oil.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Supermarkets, Trader Joe's, Vegetables
Peas are a great source of protein and an extremely tasty addition to any salad (you’ve might have been missing out all of this time)! I keep several bags of organic peas in the freezer, so I can add them to any recipe on the fly.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
I can always count on our Farmers’ Market and our local grocery store to have gorgeous, fresh collard greens. These are perfect to steam and use as a wrap!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
There are several types of kale, this one is called “green curly” kale and is part of my Crazy Salad Base. (Trader Joe’s also carried kale, already chopped, but the pieces aren’t small enough for my salad mix, so I would have to...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 19, 2016 | Ingredients, Supermarkets, Vegetables
I always have a few bags of organic greens tucked away in my freezer to have ready to add to any recipe! Be sure to check out my tips for using a food processor to chop these greens while still frozen, it makes all of the difference! (Scrambled Tacos… coming to...
