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Costco might be best known for its economy-sized snack foods and enormous packages of toilet paper (like, U-Haul enormous)—but even more impressive is their frozen foods section, which is packed with a wide variety of healthy, organic eats that can save you time and money without skimping on quality.
Ready to put your membership to good use? We went to the experts to find out which frozen finds they always pick up during a Costco run, and why you should do the same.
Jimmy Dean Delights English Muffin, Turkey Sausage, Egg White & Cheese
Instead of carb-heavy waffles or high-fat croissant egg sandwiches, these English muffin Jimmy Dean Delights are perfect for when you’re in a rush but still want to stay on track with your healthy eating goals. “The clean ingredients of whole grains, lean turkey sausage and egg white provide you with the energy needed to start your day, with each sandwich providing 17 grams of protein,” says Texas-based registered dietitian Maggy Doherty, RD.
Milton’s Cauliflower Crust Pizza
I’m a Dietitian & These Are the Kirkland Products I Buy Every Time I Go to Costco
Amy’s Bean & Cheese Burritos
These burritos are a delish center-stage item that can be upsized with veggies to feed a family lightning-fast on a busy weeknight. “The whole food-based ingredients are competitive to other products in this category, and provide a reasonably healthy option for those with allergies and intolerances,” says Gabrielle Mancella, RD, corporate wellness dietitian atOrlando Healthin Florida.
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Kirkland Signature Chicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless)
These are competitive in quality to the cooler-section chicken breasts (USDA Grade A), with no additional sodium added for preservation, says Mancella. They’re also individually frozen and wrapped, allowing for more efficient prep for those who aren’t cooking for a family.
Kirkland Signature Organic Ground Beef
“For those who are trying to purchase the organic version of ground beef, this item is gold-standard,” says Mancella. “This retails for much more when we’re not buying it in bulk, and grass-fed beef typically contains omega-3 fatty acids, which most of us are deficient in.” This bulk purchase is one that can outlast many other items in the freezer when stored properly, and is super versatile—use formeat sauces,burgers,meatballsor an array of other recipes.
Trident Alaskan Salmon Burgers
At only 170 calories and 20 grams of protein per patty, these salmon burgers are basically frozen gold, says Mancella. They’re a great way to decrease your saturated fat intake while increasing omega-3s, and don’t contain any harsh preservatives to maintain their longevity in the freezer. They also contain rosemary extract for freshness, lemon juice and beet juice for additional coloring.
Organic Riced Cauliflower
If you’re going grain-free or just want to increase your veggie intake, riced cauliflower is where it’s at. (The time and effort saved on ricing and storing the cauliflower yourself more than justifies the purchase.) “This is frozen at peak freshness, with no additional preservatives,” says Mancella. It can be added to an organic, canned soup for extra fiber, made into a substitute for mashed potatoes or thrown into a pan right from the freezer as a spin on traditional fried rice, she adds.
Kirkland Signature Stir-Fry Vegetable Blend
Whether you whip it up into a stir-fry, serve it as a side or mix it into a pasta dish, it’s a budget-friendly way to add more veggies into your diet with minimal fuss: “Instead of buying many frozen bags of vegetables, I just have one big one in my freezer that includes a variety of vegetables I love,” says Amidor.
Kirkland Signature Organic Broccoli Florets
You can never go wrong with the frozen veggies at Costco, but what makes the broccoli florets especially wonderful is they come in four separate bags within the larger bag that you can steam, roast or air fry, says Phipps.
Kirkland Signature Three Berry Blend
If you’re looking for a convenient berry blend for yourmorning smoothiesandyogurt parfaits, look no further. Besides no longer having to worry about your fruit going moldy in the fridge, making your own smoothies is a healthier option than buying prepackaged smoothie mixes, which are often full of added sugars (and way pricier), says Doherty.
Wawona Mango Chunks
Frozen mango is a convenient (and super healthy) way to satisfy your sweet tooth. “Just one cup of mango provides you with 100 percent of your daily need for vitamin C,” says Doherty. Plus, it uses up way fewer calories than other frozen desserts, like ice cream and fudge pops, giving you more bang for your nutritional buck.
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