10 Simple & Tasty Recipes You Can Make with Trader Joe’s Ingredients
Trader Joe’s is packed with unique and flavorful ingredients that make cooking at home easier and more delicious than ever! These 10 simple and tasty recipes use only Trader Joe’s products, helping you whip up quick meals without the hassle of complicated ingredients. From easy dinners to irresistible snacks and desserts, these recipes will show you how to make the most of your TJ’s haul. Get ready to turn your grocery run into a week of delicious, no-fuss meals!
Perfect Trader Joe’s Winter Cheese Board

Here’s how to create a Perfect Trader Joe’s Winter Cheese Board! From easy prep ahead ideas to festive garnish, I’ve got you covered on inspiration! Plus a video of how I put mine together!
Green Enchilada Sauce
This quick green enchilada sauce is the perfect addition to your Mexican or Tex-Mex meals, and so much better than store-bought! Made with roasted green chilis, jalapenos, and fresh cilantro, it comes together in just 25 minutes with a tangy, savory flavor.
Chile Lime Shrimp Bowls
These Chile Lime Shrimp Bowls are equal parts zesty, citrusy, and delicious! AND it’s made in just 10 minutes! Make a big batch as part of your meal prep routine and enjoy all week long, hot or cold.
Trader Joe’s Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
An easy, 3 ingredient, one pan meal, that takes less than 20 minutes start to finish?! You think I’m kidding, but this Trader Joe’s Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry checks all the boxes and tastes just like the Chinese takeout version.
Chickpea Pasta Salad
This healthy Chickpea Pasta Salad is perfect to serve with picky eaters around and you’ll get some extra protein. It’s filled with fresh and creamy ingredients all tossed in a cheesy Italian dressing.
Mexican Street Corn Dip (Elote Dip)
Serve this Mexican Street Corn Dip as a crowd pleasing appetizer, a tasteful spread for poultry, or a snack to be enjoyed by the spoonful and ready in just 15 minutes. Warm cheese, mayo, and roasted corn never tasted so good!
Cauliflower Gnocchi Soup with Sausage
This Cauliflower Gnocchi Soup with Sausage is perfect to enjoy on a chilly winter day. It’s a clean out the freezer meal, made with ingredients you may already have on hand! Top with some crackers for a delicious crunch and enjoy!
Carne Asada Street Tacos
These Carne Asada Street Tacos combine juicy steak and fresh vegetables into a delicious meal. Plus, it’s easy and quick to make and so fun to enjoy!
Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad
There’s a reason cilantro and lime are paired together so often. It’s a burst of fresh flavor that just works! And that combination is what makes this Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad just amazingly tasty. Fresh tomatoes, crunch cucumbers, and sweet corn mixed with farfalle noodles and coated with a creamy, homemade Green Goddess dressing makes for an amazing lunch, meal prep staple, or barbecue side dish.
Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders with Apple Coleslaw
Sweet and tangy barbecue sauce over juicy pulled chicken breasts paired with a creamy and sweet apple, cabbage slaw makes these Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders an addicting little sandwich. They’re perfect for parties, game days, have a couple for dinner or even make these for meal prep!