Hiya Friend,
I’m a joyful homebody. So even though I love food, cooking and hanging out in the kitchen, I don’t love going to the grocery store. When it comes to produce, we usually shop a couple times a week (although because it’s garden season, I just stroll over to my veggie patch—woo-hoo!). For household and kitchen staples, I try to think ahead and get ‘er done, stocking up with enough toilet paper and hand soap to fill a bunker—it’s kinda like I’m prepping for the next Snowmageddon… in July!
Which is why I’m so thankful that Thrive Market exists. I’ve not only cut down on trips to the store, I’ve also cut some of my grocery shopping costs by 25-50%. New to Thrive? I was too, until recently. Basically, Thrive Market is an online supermarket on a mission to make healthy living accessible and more affordable for everyone. What sets Thrive apart from other online stores is that all of their products are at wholesale prices and they give you free shipping for orders over $49. Plus, Thrive has a really awesome 1:1 model: For every paid membership, Thrive donates a free membership to a low-income family, student, school teacher or veteran. Yep, pretty awesome.
Win a $1,000 Thrive Market Shopping Spree!
To celebrate Thrive and all the fabulous things they’re doing, we’ve teamed up to bring you a HUGE Crazy Sexy Giveaway. Now through Monday, June 29th you can enter to win a $1,000 gift card to stock up at Thrive Market. If that’s not an epic shopping spree, I don’t know what is! (Update: This giveaway is now closed.)
What could be better than eating healthy food and staying on budget? Nada. Just the other day I visited Thrive and loaded up my digital cart with a bunch of my pantry and personal care faves. A few days later they arrived on my doorstep—Boo-yah! It was so quick and easy, plus I saved $82.40 (over 32%).
Here’s my haul—you can check out how I’ve used some of them in the yummy recipe below.
- Organic Virgin Coconut Oil: I could go on and on about all of the uses for this luxurious oil—it’s a nutritious cooking substitute and great for your skin too.
- Almond Butter: This scrumptious spread is a staple in my healthy home. From putting a grown-up twist on the classic peanut butter sandwich, to giving raw desserts a rich and nutty flavor, I never let my almond butter supply run dry. It also finds its way into my smoothies most days!
- Maple Syrup: This sweetie is the perfect addition to your morning oatmeal or healthy desserts—without any refined sugars. Plus, it’s loaded with antioxidants and minerals.
- Goji Berries: These little suckers add a powerful antioxidant boost to your trail mix and they’re also a great dessert topper.
- Chia Seeds: Have you tried chia pudding? If not, you’re in for a treat! You can even use these omega-3-filled seeds as an egg substitute for your vegan baked recipes. Woot!
- Hemp Seeds: Sprinkle these special guys on top of your salad for an extra punch of protein. Add them to your smoothies and you’ve got a hearty breakfast or lunch, chock full of vitamins and minerals.
- Nori Sheets: These mineral-rich sheets are full of calcium and iron—they’re the queen of wraps for your sushi fixings!
- Brown Rice: Think brown rice is boring? Well, think again! Ditch typical takeout and whip up your own version of your favorite Asian meal using this fiber-loaded grain. How about brown rice pudding? If you’re making it, I’ll be there in 10…!
- Tamari: Gluten sensitive? Tamari could be the tasty soy sauce solution you’ve been waiting for (just make sure you look for the gluten-free variety). Deepen the flavors in your sauces and soups with this awesome ingredient.
Get the full list of all 24 Crazy Sexy pantry and personal care faves here.
LEMONS!!!
coconut oil and brown rice! both are so versatile and are staples in my home!
Chia seeds! They are so versatile – I use them in smoothies, puddings, salads, baking, and many other recipes.
Thank you Kris for all that you do to keep us motivated, inspired, and healthy on our journeys!
I love stocking up on hard-to-find items like coconut manna!!
I cannot live without Coconut Oil. I cook with it, I use it as a lotion, a facial cream and I love coconut oil. I probably go thru 2 jars a month!
Apple Cider Vinegar! Love it on popcorn and sweet potatoes. And, take it with water and lemon every day!
I can’t live without chia seeds! I just them in my smoothies and am addicted to chia seed pudding!!
I cannot live without coconut oil! All good things come from these precious gems. From sauteeing veggies to lathering it on my skin and hair – and everything in between. I love love love it and all of its amazing benefits for your body – inside and out. #crazyforcoconuts
I can’t live without fresh spices – tumeric, ginger, thyme, etc! Love adding zest to every dish 🙂
I can’t do without dried dates! All around sugar replacer.
I can’t live without almond butter!
Definitely apple cider vinegar when anything hurts me in my body I just take a gulp! I feel instantly healed.
Coconut oil and apple cider vinegar. Use both every day!
Chia seeds! A perfect super food to add to yogurt or smoothies, you get the health benefits and feel full longer.
I always have coconut oil in my pantry. I use it for so many things now that I would miss it if it wasn’t in my cupboard. I also use it as a moisturizer for the dry parts of my hair and I use it on my skin. It makes it so soft and is very economical, a much better price than most moisturizers and I feel better about not adding chemicals to my skin! Thanks for all you do and this wonderful giveaway!
I couldn’t live without my organic coconut oil. I use it for some cooking, baking, in smoothies, and have a small container in my bathroom for eye makeup removal. I cherish it!
Tahini!
On toast with avocado, in salad dressings (tahini-orange) in hummus, in the coating for sesame-crusted tofu, and especially in our family favourite: vegan Shepherd’s Pie filled with pre-cooked vegetables: broccoli, carrots, celery, fresh corn cut off the cob, peas, celery or? (parsnips add an unusual sweetness) smothered in a tamari flavoured tahini-onion gravy. I rake a fork over the mashed potato topping, then drizzle it with olive oil so the baked pie has pretty, crispy golden brown ridges.
Has to be our organic peanut butter. Everyone is our house eats it for at least two meals/snacks a day
My favorite pantry item is coconut oil. I cook with it constantly and also use it for skin and scalp care. Plus I love the flavor it adds.
COCONUT OIL!! I use it just about every day. In baking, sauteeing and even skin care. Love the stuff and can’t live without it!