How to Use This List

• Plan for 1 week and buy only what you will actually eat.
• Buy ripe + unripe fruit to spread ripening through the week.
• Prioritize seasonal produce and seeded varieties where available.

Trader Joe's

Fruit

• Bananas (10-14)
• Apples (6-8)
• Oranges (6-8)
• Lemons/Limes (4-6 total)
• Frozen organic berries (2 bags)

Veggies

• Romaine or spring mix (2 boxes)
• Cucumbers (4)
• Zucchini (4-6)
• Bell peppers (4)
• Cherry tomatoes (1-2 packs)

Natural Grocers

Fruit

• Seasonal organic melons (1-2)
• Pears (4-6)
• Kiwi (4-6)
• Mangoes (3-5)
• Dates (1 container)

Veggies

• Kale or collards (2 bunches)
• Celery (1-2 bunches)
• Avocados (4-6)
• Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)
• Microgreens or sprouts (2 packs)

Local Farmers Markets

Fruit

• Whatever is truly seasonal this week
• Heirloom or seeded varieties first
• Ripe fruit for immediate meals/snacks

Veggies

• Leafy greens harvested same day
• Cucumbers, squash, okra, eggplant (seasonal)
• Onions and garlic for base prep
• Ask growers what was picked in last 24 hours

One-Week Prep Suggestions

• Wash and dry greens on day 1.
• Pre-cut snack boxes with cucumber, peppers, and fruit.
• Freeze overripe bananas and berries for smoothies.
• Keep ripe fruit on counter, slower-ripening fruit in fridge.