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food dietitians' have on hand
Make healthy eating easy, even in a pinch, with a well-stocked pantry. Even though busy schedules and day-to-day hustle and bustle take it all out of you, cooking nutritious meals doesn't have to mean a complete revamp. The H-E-B registered dietitian team is ready to help you shop smarter. They’ve combed the H-E-B aisles, finding must-have products to keep on hand in your pantry, fridge, and freezer that are perfect for dinners, lunches, and snacks. Add these products to your shopping list today to start cooking.
When our dietitians are in their kitchens, these are their must haves:
- Olive and canola oil for less saturated fats
- 100% Whole Wheat & Whole Grain Flour for an added boost of fiber
- H-E-B Almond Flour
- H-E-B Heart Healthy Tomato Sauces and canned tomatoes for sauce in a synch
- Whole Grain Pita Chips, perfect for mid-day munchies
- H-E-B Organic Toasted Oats Cereal, hearty and heart-healthy
- Snack Nuts with pistachios, almonds, mixed nuts or cashews: Go Nuts!
- Central Market Organic Popcorn
- Central Market Organics Ground Flax Seed
- Savory Spices: Red Pepper Flakes, Dill, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Garlic Powder
- Central Market Organics Low Sodium Broths in vegetable, chicken and beef
- Whole Wheat Pastas
- Jasmine Rice
- Quick Cook Grains: Quinoa, Brown Rice, Bulgur & Red
- No Sugar Added Dried Fruits: Dates, Raisins, Prunes
From go-to snacks to protein-packed breakfast options, H-E-B Dietitians keep these items on hand in their fridge:
- H-E-B Hummus, available in the deli, in garlic, Mediterranean, or sun dried tomato
- H-E-B Greek Yogurt, great for breakfast and loaded with protein
- H-E-B MooTopia Fat Free Milk
- 90% Lean or Leaner Ground Beef, learn more about lean beef
- Loin or Round Cuts: Sirloin, Lean Ground Round, Top Loin Strip Steaks
- Skinless Chicken Breasts or Ground Turkey, learn about H-E-B Local Chicken
- Cut out sugary sodas with bubbly, satisfying Sparkling Water
- H-E-B Cheese Sticks: mozzarella, gouda, sharp cheddar, Havarti, or asiago
- Cruciferous: Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Kale, Bok Choy, and Arugula
- Citrus: Oranges, Grapefruits, Lemons, Limes, Tangerines, Kumquat
- Leafy Greens: Spinach, Romaine Lettuce, Celery, Beet Greens, Swiss Chard
- Other Favorites: Green & Yellow Squash, Butternut Squash, Cucumbers, Avocado, Grapes, Strawberries, Blueberries, Bananas, Apples, Cantaloupe, Watermelon
- Herbs: Mint, Thyme, Oregano, Basil, Dill, Parsley
- Convenience: Sweet Potato Ribbons, Cauliflower Rice, Roasted Cauliflower & Brussels Sprouts, Jicama Tortillas
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HEB Yogurt Based Salad Dressings: Chunky Blue Cheese, Ranch, Salsa Ranch
Never miss a balanced dinner or breakfast on-the-run with easy, frozen veggies and fruits:
- H-E-B Frozen Edamame, the perfect side or snack
- Frozen Vegetables for dinner in a pinch
- H-E-B Blendables Smoothie Kits: Green Fuel, Great Escape and Empower-Mint