Life is busy! I make sure I always have these items on hand so I can quickly put together a balanced meal!
Bone broth is so versatile, and a great way to add some protein to your meals. I simmer my vegetables use this instead of water for my rice, and love keeping this on hand to make some quick soups.
Bone Broth - Walmart
I love always having rice to be able to add a quick carb to my meals. The key to a good basmati rice is rinsing it before cooking until the water runs clear. Also, you can cook it in broth to add some flavor and protein.
Carolina Basmati White Rice, Naturally Fragrant Long Grain Rice, 2 ...
Who doesn't love pasta! This is one of my favorites because it gives you a little extra protein, but doesn't taste any different than regular regular pasta!
Barilla Protein+ Penne Pasta, Plant Based Pasta, 14.5oz - Walmart
I'm Italian, so I love making my own tomato sauce, but sometimes life is too busy for that! I like to brown some ground beef, add the sauce, simmer, and then add over some protein pasta, add a salad or a side veggie and you have a quick balanced meal...
Great Value Organic Tomato Sauce, 15 oz Can - Walmart.com
Beans are a great way to add some protein and fiber to your dishes. I love adding these to my taco meat, or rice for some added protein and fiber.
Great Value Organic Black Beans, Canned, 15 oz - Walmart.com
Beans are a relatively low cost way to add some protein and fiber to your meals. I love added these to my salads!
Great Value Organic Chick Pea Garbanzo Beans, 15 oz Can - Walmart
These are my little powerhouse seed! Great way to add protein and fiber to meals! I add these to my yogurt, smoothies, jelly (pb&j), and even muffins and pancakes!
Great Value Organic Chia Seeds, 32 oz - Walmart.com
Love this to switch it up from rice and potatoes! Great source of protein and fiber and I love making quinoa bowls for a quick dinner!
Great Value Organic White Quinoa, 16 oz - Walmart.com
I love keeping these on hand to add to my pasta, dishes, and my soups.
Great Value Organic No Salt Added Diced Tomatoes, 14.5 oz
Makes for an easy lunch and you can customize to your taste! Make it with olive oil instead of mayo, add in some carrots and celery.
Wild Catch Tuna - Walmart
My favorite tortillas, hands-down! Has a serving of whole week, and has an amazing amount of fiber! We love these to make breakfast burritos, chicken, wraps, and quesadillas.
The best natural peanut butter that I have found! The only ingredient is peanuts, and after you stir you can store in the fridge and it is the perfect spreading consistency!
Crazy Richard's All-Natural Creamy Peanut Butter, 16 oz - Walmart
I love keeping this on hand so I can easily make a light, white wine, pasta sauce, especially in the summer when I don't want heavy sauce.
White Cooking Wine - Walmart
Who doesn't love a taco night! I keep this on hand when we need a quick dinner.
Taco shells in Tortillas - Walmart.com
I can't tell you how much I love this hot sauce. It's the best one that I've ever tried. It has so much flavor, with just a little bit of spice. I add this to my breakfast tacos, and my regular tacos.
Hank Sauce - Walmart
I think I actually let out a little squeal in the store when I found a granola that has no added sugar. I was even more surprised with how good it tastes! I love having this to add to my yogurt!
Cascadian Farm Organic Granola, No Added Sugar, Cinnamon ...
Great staple to add to marinades and salad dressing!
Balsamic Vinegar - Walmart
A great healthy fat to use when cooking, marinading, and making salad dressings!
Olive oils in Cooking oils & vinegar - Walmart.com
Perfect for high heat cooking and a great way to switch up instead of using olive oil.