Healthy Grocery List for the Week (Simple Grocery List by Aisle)
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A good grocery list saves time in the store, money at checkout and food from the bin. Use this list as a base and adjust it to your meal plan.
Produce
- Leafy greens: spinach, lettuce, kale
- Broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, zucchini
- Onions, garlic, ginger
- Tomatoes, cucumbers
- Bananas, apples, berries (or frozen), lemons
Protein
- Eggs
- Chicken breast or thighs
- Salmon or other fish
- Lean ground beef or turkey
- Canned tuna
- Tofu
- Canned beans, chickpeas and lentils
Dairy and alternatives
- Greek yogurt
- Milk or plant milk
- Cottage cheese
- Cheese: feta, parmesan or cheddar
Grains and starches
- Rolled oats
- Brown or white rice
- Whole-grain pasta
- Whole-grain bread or wraps
- Potatoes or sweet potatoes
Pantry
- Olive oil
- Canned tomatoes and tomato paste
- Stock cubes
- Soy sauce, mustard, vinegar
- Spices: paprika, cumin, chili, oregano
- Nuts, seeds and peanut butter
Freezer
- Frozen vegetables and berries
- Frozen shrimp or fish fillets
Turn your plan into a list automatically
In RecipeMe, the grocery list builds itself from your weekly meal plan. Check items off in the store and add anything extra by hand. Not sure what to cook yet? Start with our weekly meal plan guide.
Questions
What should be on a healthy grocery list?
Vegetables and fruit, lean proteins like eggs, chicken, fish and beans, whole grains like oats and brown rice, dairy or alternatives, healthy fats like olive oil and nuts, and a few flavor staples.
How do I make a grocery list for the week?
Plan your meals first, list every ingredient, cross off what you already have and group the rest by store section.
