Nuts.com’s Clean Eating Grocery List {with Recipes}

Our clean eating grocery list will put you on track to a healthier lifestyle! Following a clean diet means incorporating nutrient-dense and minimally processed foods into your diet. We’ve highlighted our top nutritious essentials, many of which you can find at Nuts.com so you won’t need to leave your house to stock up. Also included in this list are recipes that use the ingredients, to help you jumpstart your week with healthy eating.

Whole Grains

Choose whole grains instead of refined grains for a greater nutritional boost and to prevent blood sugar spikes. Many whole grains are an excellent source of dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, iron and magnesium.

• Quinoa
• Brown Rice
• Farro
• Freekeh
• Whole Wheat Bread
• Whole Wheat Tortillas

Recipe Ideas:

• Quinoa Veggie Wrap {Vegan}
• Farro Risotto with Mushrooms

Produce

Stock up on fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables! Fruits like apples and blueberries are rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants while leafy green vegetables like spinach and kale provide plenty of vitamin K, calcium, potassium and folate. Fill your plate with a colorful combination of produce to get a wide range of nutrients.

• Apples
• Bananas
• Berries
• Leafy Greens
• Tomatoes

Recipe Ideas:

• Broccoli Quinoa Salad {Gluten-Free}

Beans & Legumes

Heart-healthy and satisfying, beans are loaded with high amounts of protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and calcium. Their rich source of plant-based protein makes them an excellent addition to vegan and vegetarian diets.

• Black Beans
• Kidney Beans
• Lentils
• Garbanzo Beans
• Peanuts

Recipe Ideas:

• Black Bean Veggie Burgers {Gluten-Free}

Meat & Eggs

When shopping for meat, try to stick to lean sources of protein. Options like chicken and fish provide a great source of protein without high amounts of saturated fat. Plus, fish is loaded with essential omega-3 fatty acids.

• Chicken
• Grass-Fed Beef
• Turkey
• Fish
• Eggs

Baking

Eating clean doesn’t mean forgoing your favorite baked treats. Swap out refined flours for options like almond flour or whole wheat flour. They are much more nutritionally-dense and have a lower glycemic index than white flours. Plus, almond flour and coconut flour are naturally gluten-free!

• Almond Flour
• Coconut Flour
• Whole Wheat Flour

Recipe Ideas:

• Almond Cake {Gluten-Free}
• Blueberry Crumb Bars {Gluten-Free, Vegan}

Nuts & Seeds

You didn’t think we forgot to mention nuts, did you? Packed with health benefits from protein, fiber, antioxidants and minerals, nuts are by far our favorite snacks. They’ll keep your tummy full so you’ll be less tempted to reach for unhealthy alternatives. Chia seeds and pumpkin seeds also make wonderful add-ins to recipes.

• Almonds
• Walnuts
• Pistachios
• Chia Seeds
• Pumpkin Seeds

Recipe Ideas:

• No-Bake Granola Bars {Gluten-Free, Vegan}
• Blueberry Chia Seed Jam

Oils

Choose healthy oils, like olive or coconut oil, for cooking. Some vegetable oils (e.g. canola) are highly processed and contain high amounts of omega-6 fats so it’s best to avoid them. These healthier alternatives have benefits for your heart and your immune system.

• Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
• Coconut Oil

Natural Sweeteners

Natural sweeteners like stevia and coconut sugar are often considered better alternatives to refined table sugar. They tend to have a lower glycemic index although it’s important to remember to enjoy them in moderation.

• Honey
• Coconut Palm Sugar
• Stevia
• Agave Syrup
• Maple Syrup

Dairy & Dairy Alternatives

Dairy products and even dairy alternatives can be a healthy addition to your diet. Most of these products are a good source of protein, calcium and other nutrients like vitamin D. Make sure to check ingredient labels to avoid added sugar in items like soy and almond milk.

• Low-Fat Milk
• Almond Milk
• Coconut Milk
• Soy Milk
• Yogurt
• Cheese

Coffee & Tea

Skip the coffee shop and make your own coffee or tea right at home. Matcha green tea is one of our favorite beverages because it’s an extraordinary source of protective antioxidants known as catechins.

• Coffee
• Black Teas
• Matcha Green Tea Powder

Recipe Ideas:

• Matcha Green Tea Pancakes
• Matcha Green Tea Smoothie

More Options:

Keep healthy snacks on-hand so that you can fuel up between meals. That way, you’ll be less likely to overeat or binge on unhealthy foods when you’re hungry. Superfood powders are another great pantry staple because they can give smoothies, cereals and baked goods a super nutrient boost!

• Healthy Snacks
• Superfood Powders

For more healthy and flavorful recipes developed by a Registered Dietitian, check out this list.

Did we miss anything on this clean eating grocery list? Leave us a comment below to let us know your favorite clean eating staples!

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