Healthy Kitchen Cupboard Essentials- Shopping List

A kitchen filled with nutritious essentials is the cornerstone of a balanced diet and an easier, more enjoyable cooking experience. Having the right ingredients on hand can make all the difference.

Below is a list of essential staples that will help you prepare healthy, delicious and nutritious meals any day of the week.

• Leafy Greens: Spinach, kale, Swiss chard, arugula
• Cruciferous Vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage
• Root Vegetables: Carrots, sweet potatoes, radishes, beetroot, potatoes, parsnips etc
• Fruits: Apples, bananas, berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), kiwi, satsuma
• Other Vegetables: Bell peppers, cucumbers, courgette, tomatoes, onions, garlic, asparagus

• Lean Meats: Chicken breast, turkey, lean cuts of beef or pork
• Fish and Seafood: Salmon, tuna, mackerel, prawns, cod & whitefish
• Plant-Based Proteins: Tofu, tempeh, edamame, lentils, chickpeas, black beans
• Eggs: Whole eggs, egg whites
• Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds

• Dairy:Semi skimmed milk, yogurt, cheese
• Non-Dairy Alternatives: Almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, coconut yogurt

• Grains: Brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat pasta, oats, barley, bulgur
• Bread and Wraps: Whole grain bread, whole wheat tortillas

• Oils: Olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil
• Avocados
• Nut Butters: Almond butter, peanut butter

• Healthy Snacks: Air-popped popcorn, whole grain crackers, rice cakes, dark chocolate (in moderation)

• Fresh Herbs: Basil, coriander, parsley, rosemary, thyme
• Spices: Turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, black pepper

• Water: Bottled or filtered
• Herbal Teas
• Green Tea

• Canned Goods: Canned tomatoes, beans, chickpeas, tuna in water, sardines, tin salmon
• Condiments: Balsamic vinegar, mustard, apple cider vinegar

• Frozen Foods: Frozen fruits and vegetables (for smoothies and convenience)
• Baking Essentials: Whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, honey, maple syrup