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.
Chia seeds- great for breakfast!
I cannot live without coconut oil and chia seeds! So many things I use them for!!
Organic Flaxseed Oil, Rice Protein Powder, Almond Butter, Cashew Butter, Organic Baby Spinach (I freeze it and add to smoothies!), Organic Frozen Mango (for best tasting smoothies ever with A HUGE kick of Vit C and A), Almond Milk, Dried Seaweed Snacks, Kind Bars
Can’t live without coconut oil and I’d really like to give avocado mayo a try!
i seriously cannot live without coconut oil! beauty, cooking, personal uses… 🙂
it’s a staple in my life!
Protein powder!
Matcha and quinoa for sure!
Almond milk! never miss dairy again!
Bragg’s Liquid Aminos, Nutritional Yeast, and Apple Cider Vinegar!
Favorite pantry item?? Hands down is coconut oil. I use it daily to cook with and I use it as a make up remover, skin moisturizer and hair conditioner. I keep a jar in my pantry and another one in my bathroom.
I can’t live without my organic virgin coconut oil-I stir fry with it exclusively. It’s good for your whole body, inside and out. Actually, I use all of the same items you list. Thanks for this chance to win the giveaway. Your the best, Kris!
I make sure I always have chia seeds, ground flaxseed, quinoa and evoo on hand. And spices, to add spice to food and life!
Thanks for the tip on thrive market – can’t wait to check them out!!
I can’t live without hemp seeds. I put it all sorts of things for protein. Salads, smoothies, banana soft serve ice cream, oatmeal. Thanks for the opportunity to win! And for the inspiration you offer your readers. 🙂
Hemp seeds. In smoothies, sprinkled over my oatmeal and berries, hemp seed milk in my coffee.
Almonds
The pantry item I cannot live without is kelp and Brazil Nuts. I have adrenal fatigue and hypothyroid so any seaweed and nuts helps but kelp and Brazil nuts are high in iodine which I love.
i can’t live without chia, coconut oil and olive oil. One is my breakfast and the other two are my bases for everything we make.
My favorite pantry is coconut oil, so nutritious and healthy both to put on your skin and in your smoothie 🙂
Thank you for such an inspiring blog and love your crazy sexy love notes by the way 🙂
Peanut butter! It helps take the edge off my hunger.
I can’t live without cayenne pepper, apple cider vinegar, and almond milk.
I can’t live without Quinoa! It is a staple I eat often! Thank you for being an inspiration!