After spending a year extremely sick, I finally discovered in 2017 that gluten was the cause. These are the gluten-free kitchen essentials, snacks & pantry favorites I always keep around :)
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Fresh Produce Essentials🍋
Gluten-Free Fridge (Wholefoods)🥛
Frozen Favorites🍦
Cooking Pantry Must-Haves🥫
Baking: GF Pantry Staples🍭
Crunch & Munch: Snacks🥨
Fresh Produce Essentials🍋
While the selection shifts slightly with the seasons, these staples remain fairly consistent year-round. I also try to choose organic options whenever possible for the freshest, least processed, and cleanest produce.
I use lemons in my green juice, on my salads, to clean my seafood, to clean in general - they’re the swiss army knife of fruits!
Lemons, 2 lb
The good kind of fat<33 Once they ripen, I throw in the fridge so they don't go bad as quickly.
Organic Organic Avocados, 4 pack
A must & if I don't eat them fast enough, I always make banana bread!!
Organic Bananas, per lb
I love mangoes so much I named our family dog “Mango”
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I honestly love adding ginger to just about anything. I make ginger shots, add it to my teas, use them in some recipes.
Ginger Root, 8 oz
Am I the only one that thinks purple potatoes are healthier somehow?!?hehe
Red Potatoes, 5 lb
Great on salads, and to pickle!!
Red Onions, 2 lb
I prefer to use these for cooking! Idk how people don’t like onions…
Yellow Onions, 3 lb
Can't be without! If a recipe calls for 2 cloves, I throw in 5
Garlic, 3 count
Gluten-Free Fridge (Wholefoods)🥛
Here’s a peek at what I always keep in my fridge - all gluten-free, mostly dairy-free, and packed with whole foods that nourish body, mind, and skin.
I struggle a little with dairy. This almond milk is a great alternative, and tastes so good!
Simply Nature Organic Original Unsweetened Almondmilk, 64 fl oz
Fun Fact: Gouda has low amounts of lactose, which is perfect for those of us who are lactose intolerant
Emporium Selection Applewood Smoked Gouda Cheese, 8 oz
My favorite leafy green!! I like how it has a kick to it
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I usually add spinach to my smoothies and green juice, or cook into recipes.
Simply Nature Organic Baby Spinach, 5 oz
I usually eat these as a snack with some hummus
Organic Baby Peeled Carrots, 16 oz
Said hummus. Sometime I use it as a condiment too.
Simply Nature Organic Classic Hummus, 8 oz
I make caramelized mushrooms and throw them on everything
Sliced White Mushrooms, 8 oz
So many good zucchini recipes out there, I use them as sauté veggies & in my veggie lasagna
Zucchini, per lb
Add a little sea salt, balsamic glaze & olive oil, with some chopped up basil on top - deliiiiciiioouusss!
Gefen Organic Red Beets, Whole, Peeled, Cooked & Ready to Eat, 1.1lb 3 Pack
One of my favorite fruits. I bake a lot with them, and love to throw them in smoothies. They're packed with antioxidants
Organic Blueberries, 6 oz
I used to love purple grapes, but I've been craving to the green grapes more lately.
Fresh Organic Green Seedless Grapes from California, 2 lb Package
Fresh & Wild Caught is the way to go when it comes to salmon. Better flavor, texture, and cleaner to eat.
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Usually make tacos with ground turkey, or in a Tuscan sauce - So tasty. I LOVE ground turkey!
Kirkwood 85/15 Ground Turkey
Even though egg prices are insaaane right now, I always need to have a carton ready to use. I love to bake, and often eat hard boiled eggs as a high protein midday snack.
Simply Nature Organic Cage Free Brown Eggs, 1 dozen
If I'm in a hurry, I grab one of these in the morning
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Frozen Favorites🍦
I keep quick, practical foods in my freezer for those extra busy days - plus some fruits and sweet treats for when I need a little something extra.
Great to have around, I add them to rice, some times meat, other times as its own side dish.
Simply Nature Organic Mixed Vegetable, 10 oz
I add these a lot to stir-fries, but also on their on with some olive oil, salt & pepper.
Simply Nature Steamable Frozen Organic Broccoli, 10 oz
Frozen-fruit - perfect for smoothies, or to bake with!
Simply Nature Organic Frozen Blueberries, 24 oz
Really practical to have for breakfast. Super fast and filling!
Whole & Simple Uncured Ham, Pepper & Cheddar Breakfast Bite, 7.8 oz
I hate touching fresh chicken or any meat, so I usually get these for a quick, no-fuss, easy meal.
Kirkwood Grilled Chicken Breast Strips, 22 oz
I prefer the nuggets, but for some reason that image isn't popping up
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Sometimes there's chunks of strawberries in the popcycle - so yummy!!
Outshine Strawberry Frozen Fruit Bars, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, 6 Ct
I take a spoon and go ham on this!! If I'm feeling fancy, I add a scoop to my coffee - makes it 100x better
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Cooking Pantry Must-Haves🥫
If my pantry could talk, these are the staples it would brag about. They make throwing together meals so much easier. I keep a mix of different foods on hand so I can whip up something easy for myself - and for when friends or family drop by!
Tip for any GF bread: always toast or heat up some how; the texture becomes better!! Once I open it, I put in the fridge.
liveGfree Gluten Free Wide Pan Whole Grain Bread, 20 oz
Olive oil is a must in my kitchen!
Simply Nature Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 16.9 fl oz
I use ghee instead of butter. It has no lactose, and tastes amaziiiing!
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Prefer for baking, and it's so versatile. You'll always find a use for it.
Simply Nature Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil, 14 fl oz
Use on any savory recipe that requires “water”. I cook my rice with broth!
Simply Nature Organic Vegetable Broth, 32 oz
Such a superfood. I like to make a batch and add to salads as I make them
Simply Nature Organic Quinoa, 16 oz
Look up “coconut turmeric rice” recipe. Trust me!!
Simply Nature Organic Basmati Rice, 32 oz
Barilla is the best GF pasta brand I've found thus far! Do not over cook - can turn quickly!!
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Best marinara in a jar IMO.
Simply Nature Organic Marinara Pasta Sauce, 23.5 oz
I can eat this whole jar in one sitting!! It's a Brazilian thing. Buy them whole, for some reason when they're sliced it tastes different
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I like to make a tuna salad using chickpeas. So easy, practical and delicious
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Speaking of - best tuna! They have a lot of variations, but this is my favorite.
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Sea salt is a must! Pink Himalayan is also a great option
Stonemill Sea Salt Grinder, 3.53 oz
Obviously can't have a kitchen without the basics
Stonemill Black Peppercorn Grinder, 1.76 oz
I grew up on these! I make the whole bag, and freeze a portion for later.
Goya Blackeye Peas (16 oz) Delivery or Pickup Near Me
IMO - this is the best gluten-free soy sauce I've tried!
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Baking: GF Pantry Staples🍭
Best GF flour for baking IMO. I've used many, and I keep coming back to this one.
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Baking soda is essential in any pantry!
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Can't bake anything without this staple!
Baking Powder
Not bleached like most white sugars out there, and only 1 ingredient - as it should be.
Simply Nature Organic Cane Sugar Pouch, 32 oz
Lower glycemic levels than normal sugar
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Another essential in any pantry.
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I like to make homemade hot cocoa. I use Almond milk, cocoa, maple syrup, a pinch of salt, cinnamon & vanilla extract. It's honestly so good!
Baker's Corner Unsweetened Baking Cocoa Powder, 8 oz
I use agave or maple syrup to sweeten my coffee instead of sugar
Simply Nature Organic Raw Agave Nectar, 23.5 oz
I use maple syrup in my coffee & when I bake, for example in my banana bread recipe!
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When I can't get my hands on local honey (better for seasonal allergies), I get organic honey
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I sprinkle a little cinnamon into my morning coffee every morning
Simply Nature Organic Ground Cinnamon, 1.5 oz
Crunch & Munch: Snacks🥨
These are the gluten-free goodies I always reach for when I need something quick, filling, and comforting. Gluten-Free, guilt-free snacks that satisfy my savory & sweet cravings!!
Perfect gluten-free snack for work. I usually have 1 of these in my purse just in case
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These have aa little kick to them that makes me love them even more than the regular version of these!
Harvest Snaps Baked Green Pea Snacks Black Pepper Flavor 3.3 oz Bags – 12 Count | Gluten Free, Plant Based, Crunchy Veggie Chips, Healthy Snack for Kids & Adults
Spread this on a toasted bread, sprinkle some cinnamon, a pinch of sea salt, drizzle some honey, and even add sliced bananas. Tell me it's not absolutely delicious…I dare you!
Simply Nature Creamy Almond Butter, 12 oz
I keep these in my car & at work. Super practical.
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Add parmesan cheese & sea salt on top - you’ll thank me later!
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I always keep these in my car, at work, and at home!!
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Best GF cereal brand I've tried. This one tastes like dark chocolate;P
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Taste so good! Add the dried strawberries, and it's like a healthier Kellogg's (adding bananas is also delicious)
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Perfect in cereal!! I've had them on their own, added it to yogurts, parfaits, etc. Always keep a few bags of these around.
Simply Nature Freeze Dried Strawberries, 1 oz
The literal best snack!! If you place them in the microwave for 10-20secs then sprinkle sea salt on top - amaziiiing!
SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds 3.5 oz
It's bananas how good these are (couldn't help myself)
