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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I love Aldi so much! I’m eating one of their peanut butter Elevation bars as an afternoon snack right now! Gotta try their grassfed beef!
I just shopped at Aldi for the first time a couple of weeks ago and I was pretty impressed. I like all the organic options and the prices were great!
I shopped at the Aldi near me a few years ago, and just recently went back to check out what new things they had. It is amazing how they’ve grown their organic section!!
We LOVE aldi! I just went there today to stock up on snacks for my 10mo old before we head to the beach!! We are actually headed to fernandina beach (which is close to Jacksonville I believe!).
My little guy loves the little journey fruit pouches, as well as the penguin cheese snacks (similar to goldfish!). He also likes their Nilla Wafers! I need to grab him the veggie straws next time!
And that cashew butter looks amazing!!! I need to look for that next time I go!
Thanks for sharing!
I love Aldi! They have the best produce and prices!
In college, I did the grocery shopping for my roommate and myself. Our weekly grocery bills were $20/person thanks to Aldi!
I really love Aldi because of their amazing prices! My family saves a lot of money shopping there, and we love the selection!
I grew up shopping at Aldi! I’m so glad they are popping up everywhere here in GA! It makes finding a store nearby and shopping definitely more convenient than it used to be.
They just built an Aldo near my house. Can’t wait to try it out!
Love Aldi!! They snacks are the best part for sure!
I just love Aldi’s! They have great prices on produce and it’s always fresh. They definitely make it easier to eat healthier.
I will have to look for these items at Aldi!
Aldi is our go to grocery store. We love Aldi. I will not shop anywhere else.
I love Aldi! I shop there every week 🙂 it would be awesome to win this!!
I love Aldi! They just opened one near my house and my picky toddler would LOVE some of these snack recos 🙂
Aldi is our family’s go-to grocery store. I like when people just hand me a cart & after trying to hand them a quarter – they say just pass the cart on to someone else. I like that kind of stuff. Plus you can’t find better deals on food (esp. produce)!
Thanks!
Nicole
I love shopping at Aldi’s because they have great prices and customer service. I always find just what I am looking for there!
The fruit pouches are a favorite of my little one too! Can’t wait to try some of the other items you mention.
My husband and I recommend Aldi to all our friends, we love their products and the prices can’t be beat. We can’t buy the cashew butter anymore because we can’t be trusted to not eat it all in one sitting!
Love having Aldi close to home!
I love Aldi! So many great finds at such a reasonable price. I would pay $75 or more for the amount and quality of what I get at Aldi for $30. Their unsweetened almond milk is my favorite.
We were visiting from out of state and were hard pressed to find the kind of fresh produce we were used to, and almost NO organics, until we found Aldi’s! So much goodness!
Aldi’s is my jam! I also work from home with a toddler and we save so much money going to Aldi’s! Can’t beat their fresh produce and organic section. Aldi’s is so afforable, this gift card could buy our family a month worth of groceries! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
I didn’t shop at ALDI until about two years ago because I always thought they were cheap because of low quality. I then learned about all the things they do to keep their prices low. I was floored! We love buying our girls’ snacks and our cheeses at ALDI. We also find so many random little finds there too, like my husband’s favorite shaker cup!
Need to make it to Aldi more often!
Yum! Those snacks look awesome for anyone!
I really enjoy shopping at Aldi because I have anxiety and the limited selection helps me from feeling overwhelmed. They have everything I need, without having to deal with 49 different varieties of everything! I feel like the store concept was designed by someone who understands that while it might not be the norm, some of us don’t enjoy having unlimited choices.
I love Aldi. They have terrific bargains and wonderful produce and products. They also attract very kind customers. I forgot they did not take credit cards before I got up to the counter to pay and realized it. My cart was full. A patron offered to pay for my entire purchase and send them a check in the mail. My ex husband was out of work and I was so stressed. It made my day and I was so grateful.
I actually have never set foot in an Aldi. My folks shop there 3-4 times a week. I’ve even gotten care packages with their Chicken Noodle Soup.
I love that Aldi has great organice fruits and veggies at very good prices! I will be sure to shop at Aldi more often 🙂
i really need check out the new aldi in my area for thesee snacks!!
I love Aldi for many things, but mostly avocadoes, mangos, snack bars, and trail mix!
We are huge fans of Aldi – produce deals can be amazing!
Aldi has awesome deals on produce. I love it!
I have not tried Aldi yet, but keep telling myself to get there and check it all out!
We live Aldi too and shop at the same Mooresville location! Kari
I love Aldi! I’m a PhD student and I appreciate all of the affordable produce, cheese, and pantry staples such as quinoa. It has such great snacks for both adults and toddlers alike. 🙂
aldi is my favorite place to shop for groceries. i have to drive an hour away so i dont make it as often as i would like but its worth the drive.
Aldi is my all-time favorite grocery store! I’ve been telling people about it for years and am so happy with the direction they keep going with all their organic options!
Great list! I never shop at Aldi, but I’m definitely going to start.
ALDI’s always has great fruit and Veggies and lots of choices throughout the store. I got the best roast there I have ever had. Love that store.