The Best ALDI Finds According to Nutrition Experts
With its low prices and clever finds, Aldi has become a go-to grocery store for many shoppers looking to save money.
From healthy snack foods to lean protein choices to vitamin-packed produce, Registered Dietitians revealed their top Aldi picks that deliver great nutrition without costing too much.
ALDI’s Snack Selects Three Pack: Sharp Cheddar & Cashews
“This is the perfect little afternoon pick-me-up for the working professional or for back to school. I love the salty and sweet combination.”
Krystal Dunham, MS, RDN, LD, The Mother Road Dietitian
ALDI’s Park Street Deli Classic Chicken Salad Mini Cups
“These cups are the perfect amount to make a great sandwich or enjoy with crackers or veggies. Prefer the classic because I can customize the flavor with dried fruit, nuts, or herbs.”
Krystal Dunham, MS, RDN, LD, The Mother Road Dietitian
ALDI’s Simply Nature Chia Seeds
“These chia seeds are non-GMO, pack 5g of protein per serving, contain 8g of fiber, and are so easy to add to yogurt, almond milk for chia seed pudding, and sprinkle on top of muffins.”
Kristen White, RDN, CLT, The Food Sensitivity Dietitian
ALDI’s Hummus
“ALDI’s hummus game is strong. They have a wide variety of flavors from savory to sweet to be used as dips, spreads, or eaten by the spoonful (brownie batter anyone!?).”
Jessi Holden, MS, RDN, The Kitchen Invitation
Aldi’s Fresh Salmon
“The salmon at ALDI is fresh and can be bought plain or seasoned. The price is right and whether you air fry, roast, or grill it, it provides an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart health and contribute to brain function.”
Jessi Holden, MS, RDN, The Kitchen Invitation
Aldi’s Plain And Garlic Naan
“The plain and garlic naan at ALDI is one of my favorites to keep stocked in the pantry (and freezer) due to its versatility. It is a satisfying and fiber-rich accompaniment that complements a dish like a curry or buttered chicken or can be air fried for personal pizzas.”
Jessi Holden, MS, RDN, The Kitchen Invitation
Aldi’s Tofu
“Tofu is regularly stocked at ALDI and is a very affordable and versatile plant-based protein source that’s adaptable to various cuisines and dishes. It is low in saturated fat and contains essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and amino acids.”
Jessi Holden, MS, RDN, The Kitchen Invitation – welcome back to your kitchen
Aldi’s Simply Nature Raw Organic Cashews
“Aldi is my favorite store to shop for nuts at. While I love their variety of mixed nuts and seasoned nuts, my favorite ingredients to buy from Aldi are Simply Nature Raw Organic Cashews, which I use to make creamy dairy-free sauces. Many stores only offer roasted and salted nuts, but Aldi offers a variety of unsalted and unroasted nuts at affordable prices. This is a great option for those who love eating peanuts, almonds, and other nuts but want to watch their salt intake.”
Cassidy Reeser, MS, RD at Cozy Peach Kitchen
ALDI’s Almond Butter
“Two of my favorite products at Aldi are the almond butter and almond butter-filled pretzels. I have a severe peanut allergy which makes it hard for me to find nut butter and snacks, but Aldi has introduced a number of products that are perfect for peanut-free people like me. I am also a dietetic intern right now, so I’m on a student budget. Aldi has the right products at the right price!”
Grace Guthrie, MS – Foods With Grace
ALDI’s Walnuts
“I recommend the walnuts. Nuts are a good bargain at Aldi, and having affordable walnuts makes it easy to add them to salads, entrees, and baked goods.”
Melissa Altman-Traub MS, RDN, LDN, www.melissatraub.com
ALDI’s Nature’s Nectar
“I frequently recommend making nutrient-rich homemade fruit smoothies and Aldi is a fantastic store that stands out to find healthy ingredients. These fruit smoothies are quick and easy to make and can fit into healthy eating patterns for most people. Start this recipe by adding to a blender (affiliate) 8 ounces of calcium & vitamin D-fortified orange juice to a blender. Aldi’s Nature’s Nectar works well for this. Add 1/2 cup fresh ripe blueberries, along with 2/3 cup Greek Yogurt”
Heather Boline, RDN, LD Empower Your Plate Nutrition.
ALDI’s Friendly Farms Non-Fat Strawberry Greek Yogurt
“Aldi’s Friendly Farms Non-Fat Strawberry Greek Yogurt is a great choice. Complete the mix with a cup of your preferred frozen fruit. Blend the ingredients until smooth. This recipe will make 2 servings and delivers protein, fiber, vitamins, and an excellent source of calcium to start the day or can even make a healthy after-school snack.”
Heather Boline, RDN, LD Empower Your Plate Nutrition, LLC
ALDI’s Fully-Cooked Rotisserie Chicken
“I personally love their pre-shredded, fully-cooked rotisserie chicken. I use it constantly in soups, salads, wraps, and quesadillas. For example, this 5-minute, no-cook chicken Caesar salad wrap is currently on rotation in our house! I love a no-cook protein source, especially for lunches!”
Caroline Thomason, RD CDCES, a Washington, DC-based dietitian at Caroline Thomason
ALDI’s Organic Butter
“As an avid baker and baking blogger, I rely on ALDI’s high-quality, organic butter for so many of my recipes. In addition to how well it performs in recipes, I love that I can get “organic” butter at an affordable price. Compared to some brands of organic butter at other stores, it can be as low as 50% of their price.”
Regan Jones, RD at This Baking Life
ALDI’s Tikka Masala Simmer Sauce
“I love Aldi’s Tikka Masala Simmer Sauce. It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal with chicken, green beans, and naan bread. This sauce is delicious and comes fairly close in taste to my local favorite Indian restaurant. The sodium content is also reasonable for a jarred sauce at 270mg per serving.”
Kathryn Piper RDN LD NBC-HWC, The Age-Defying Dietitian
ALDI’s Mama Cozzi’s Mini Pizza Crusts
“Mama Cozzis mini pizza crusts are the perfect size for the whole family to make their own homemade pizzas! Getting your kids in the kitchen can help kids learn to try new foods, and letting them make their own pizzas is the perfect opportunity!”
Alex Turnbull, RDN, LD, My Family Nutritionist
Simple Nature Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce
“This is one of my favorite pasta sauces because it’s not only a great price, but it also doesn’t have any added sugar.”
Alex Turnbull, RDN, LD, My Family Nutritionist
ALDI’s Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad
“This is the best chicken salad I’ve ever had. I love it because it’s a quick snack or meal option that pairs well with crackers and veggies or your favorite sandwich bread.”
Alex Turnbull, RDN, LD, My Family Nutritionist
ALDI’s Little Salad Bar Shredded Caesar Salad
“I pick this up on every Aldi trip. I love that it’s quick and easy to put together, and I can easily add chicken, tuna, or hard-boiled eggs for additional protein. The dressing that’s the right amount of pepper and tanginess.”
Krystal Dunham, MS, RDN, LD, The Mother Road Dietitian