ALDI Vegetarian List – A shopping list for meat free budget foods to look out for at ALDI Supermarket.
ALDI Vegetarian List
It’s a myth that you have to spend a fortune when you’re following a meat free diet. Not only are many vegetarian friendly foods also budget friendly, but shopping at stores like ALDI can really help you save even more.
In this post you’ll find the definitive ALDI Vegetarian List of items to pop on your shopping list and look out for the next time you’re at ALDI. This is useful whether you’re a vegetarian, thinking about become a vegetarian or just wanting to incorporate more meat free meals in your diet.
Important Note: If you’re vegetarian, or shopping for someone who is, just be sure to read the ingredients carefully to ensure the product is vegetarian. (And best to do so regularly as ingredients can change on old favourites.)
ALDI Vegetarian Shopping List
Fruit & Vegetables
Lets start with vegetarian staples – fruit and vegetables. In season fruit and vegetables will always be more budget friendly. Here are some staples to choose from:
- Spinach
- Mushrooms (For this mushroom & cabbage casserole)
- Cabbage
- Tomatoes
- Peppers/Capsicum
- Onion
- Garlic
- Broccoli (For this broccoli salad)
- Cauliflower
- Cucumber
- Lemon & Lime
- Berries – strawberries, raspberries, blueberries
- Kiwi
- Orange
- Banana
- Stone Fruit (when in season) – peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots
- Mangoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Potatoes
- Carrots
In my ALDI, there are weekly specials where 6 fruit and veg items are reduced to as little as 49 cents.
On the week I visited, the super 6 included:
- Grapes for 79 cents
- Sugar Snap Peas for 49 cents
- Bananas for 79 cents
- Pears for 79 cents
- Cherry Tomatoes for 49 cents
- Green Beans for 49 cents
I tend to start by loading my trolley with the above in season produce and then working my weekly menu around the budget bounty. I then explore the store and make up the rest of my meals with whatever looks appealing.
You can go online and find your local ALDI and what’s on special in your area and then plan your shop and meals accordingly.
Also head to the frozen fruit and vegetable section for produce to enjoy in smoothies, ready to go stir frys and other vegetarian dishes.
Dairy
ALDI is awesome for dairy staples. You can get budget friendly items including:
- Milk
- Cheese
- Yoghurt
- Sour Cream
- Cream
- Butter
Protein
There are loads of options for protein at ALDI stores, here’s what I found at my local supermarket:
- Eggs (If you include them in your diet)
- Nuts & Seeds
- Chia Seeds (how to make chia puddings)
- Peanut Butter
- Beans & Legumes
- Meat Substitutes – Burgers, Sausages, Mince
- Falafel
- Protein Powder
- Non Dairy Milk
- Tofu & Tempeh
Click here for more information about how to get protein as a vegetarian.
Carbs
If you include carbs in your diet, there are plenty to be found at ALDI. Here are some ideas:
- Bread
- Oats (for in this chocolate oatmeal recipe)
- Rice
- Pasta
- Noodles
- Pizza
- Granola & Cereal
Baking & Cooking Essentials
I regularly find flours and powders to help with baking, creating sweet treats and general cooking:
- Cocoa Powder and Cacao Powder
- Chocolate
- Coconut Flour
- Ground Almonds
- Baking Nuts
- Flour – wholemeal, plain, spelt
- Sugar/Honey/Maple Syrup
- Jam & Preserves
- Coconut – oil, shredded
- Avocado Oil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Sesame Oil
- Soy Sauce/Tamari
- Stir Fry Sauce
- Stock Cubes & Fresh vegetable stock
- Herbs & Spices
- Salt & Pepper
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Tomato Sauce
- Tinned Tomatoes
- Pasta Sauce
- Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate
Vegetarian Snack Foods
If you include snack foods in your diet, here are some vegetarian friendly snacks to look out for at ALDI:
- Popcorn
- Chocolate
- Lentil Chips
- Crisps/Chips
- Roasted Nuts/Seeds
- Rice Cakes
- Sultanas, Raisins & other dried fruit
As you can tell, the ALDI Vegetarian List of foods is really comprehensive and you can easily eat a meat free diet or just enjoy more vegetarian foods on a budget.
More Vegetarian Diet Inspiration:
15 High Protein Vegetarian Snacks
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Disclaimer – this post is meant for informational post only and should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health professional before making any dietary changes.
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