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.
There are so many pantry staples I can’t live without; we love having a fully stocked pantry so we can always create a delicious meal even when money is tight. But to name one: lentils – we can always build a great meal around them.
I can’t live without all the items you listed! I would add Apple Cider Vinegar and Cacao to the short list!
Hands down, it has to be coconut oil! You can do so much with it. I love cooking with it, and it is an awesome makeup remover!!
Thanks Kris for all knowledge and love you spread! 🙂
I always stock up on apple cider vinegar and coconut oil.
My favorite pantry item I cannot live without is sunbutter! I put it on almost everything…toast, apples, carrots, a spoon! lol
ACV, almond butter and coconut oil! Love them, and use them every day!
ACV, almond butter and coconut oil! Love them and live by them!
If I really had to pick ONE pantry item I can’t live without, it would be extra virgin olive oil. But my list of essentials includes coconut oil, dried beans, sardines packed in olive oil, honey, oatmeal, red pepper flakes, fresh garlic, and cumin.
I can’t live without hemp seeds. I sprinkle them on everything from salads to oatmeal, even vegan pizza!
This is awesome! As a sole support single mother and student, of two gorgeous kiddos, I am grateful to you for offering healthy nourishing foods that are more affordable than the local health food store. My fave item is chia seeds, as my kids love to be creative with them, creating tasty often wild (lol!) recipes; they are nutritious, filling and so simple to use. We eat them everyday! Thanks again for the inspiration!
Coconut oil! I eat it, I swish it, I wear it, I shave with it, I put it in my hair, I cook with it, I brush my teeth with it, give myself massages with it. I would have to say this is the most essential item in my cupboard! Coconut oil basically rules!
It’s really hard to pick just one! I love my Raw Honey for my ginger tea and for my face wash. Coconut oil for almost all of my body care uses. And hemp seeds and spirulina for my smoothies!
Coconut oil and almond butter for my household are a must!
Loving coconut oil inside and out a billion uses!! Ground chia seeds (for awesome pancakes!)
Raw cacao powder! I don’t use it everyday, but when I’m craving something sweet & nutritious, it’s my go to ingredient for smoothies and such!
Hemp hearts are such a staple for us. I have so many dietary restrictions so it’s often hard to have protein with every meal and snack. A favorite snack is Canyon Ranch GF bread with almond butter and hemp hearts – nutritious and so delicious!
Gotta have Quinoa! I eat it as a breakfast cereal by adding Almond milk, cinnamon, nuts and raisins. Yummy!
Cannot live without Garden of Lofe pea protein and vital proteins gelatin!
Olive oil!
I can’t live without apple cider vinegar.keeps my family healthy and my food tastey