Wondering which products at Trader Joe’s are oil-free and vegan? Here’s a roundup post of oil-free vegan products at Trader Joe’s we use in our kitchen. Trader Joe’s is known for offering vegan-friendly products, however many contain added oils. Our goal is to avoid added oils which means that we need to be diligent in checking ingredient labels on all products we purchase.

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Budget-friendly oil-free vegan products at Trader Joe’s in 2020

Below is a list of fourteen products that include zero added oils you can purchase at your local Trader Joe’s store in 2020. We use these products in a variety of recipes, and some are great snacks. Additionally, we chose the below items because they are budget-friendly. Included in this post is pricing from a recent purchase at our local store in California (pricing may differ in your local area), along with some very simple and inexpensive recipe ideas.

Here’s 14 oil-free vegan products at Trader Joe’s

Jumbo Pitted Greek Kalamata Olives

Olives are a great addition to your recipes if you want to add fat to a dish without adding oil. We use these olives to make oil-free vegan pesto, as well as in pasta sauces and on salads. They are soaked in red wine vinegar instead of oil like most olives in the grocery store. This jar of olives cost just $2.99, with each serving costing about .24 cents.

Organic Italian Green Bella di Cerignola Olives

These are a new addition to the Trader Joe’s product offerings. We are super excited about these olives that are packed in water instead of oil. In addition to being delicious, we appreciate that they are organic and cost just $3.29 per jar.

Organic Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta

Speaking of pasta, Trader Joe’s offers a great selection of organic whole wheat as well as lentil flour pastas at a very reasonable price. This bag of oil-free vegan pasta was just $1.49 per 1lb bag, which means each serving cost just .18 cents!

Organic Spaghetti Sauce with Mushrooms

Most traditional tomato sauce at the grocery store is packed with added oils. We were thrilled to discover this tomato sauce has zero added oils, and even better is that it’s organic and totally fat-free. The best part is this jar cost just $2.49, so each serving is just .41 cents!

Super easy pasta recipe

Here’s a quick and easy oil-free vegan pasta recipe made using the above Trader Joe’s products. This recipe is also budget-friendly, check out the cost per serving below.

Recipe: Boil fusilli pasta, drain. Return pasta to the pot and combine with spaghetti sauce and chopped kalamata olives or pitted green olives. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-3 minutes. Serve hot. Store leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Approximate cost per serving: .83 cents

Organic Brown Basmati Rice

This brown basmati rice is a staple in our kitchen because it’s both organic, and quick cooking. We use this rice to prepare our Broccoli Rice Pilaf as well as other rice dishes. Rice is a great whole grain staple and perfect for adding to your meal prep routine. This bag of rice at Trader Joe’s costs $4.49, which is about .23 cents per serving.

Organic Thick & Chunky Salsa

Not only is this salsa organic, it’s also naturally fat-free and costs just $2.49 per jar at Trader Joe’s. This salsa is a great condiment to add to any dish to give it a boost of flavor and acid. Each serving costs just .16 cents making this salsa budget-friendly. Add this to a rice bowl, burrito, taco, or enjoy with baked tortilla chips.

Organic Super Sweet Corn

Frozen corn is a great staple to keep in your freezer for super easy addition to any meal. We love this frozen corn because it’s organic and inexpensive. Each 1lb bag costs just $1.79, which means each serving is just .35 cents.

Organic Chili Seasoning Blend

This is a new item at Trader Joe’s we’re loving. It’s organic and makes a great seasoning for rice bowls, tacos, burritos and bean chili soup. It costs just $2.29 and a little goes a long way.

Super easy rice bowl recipe

Here’s a quick and easy oil-free vegan rice bowl recipe made using the above Trader Joe’s products. This recipe is also budget-friendly, check out the cost per serving below.

Recipe: Cook brown basmati rice according to the package directions. Add frozen corn and chili seasoning blend in the last 5 minutes of cooking. Once rice is fully cooked, fluffy with a fork. Serve rice in a bowl topped with salsa.

Approximate cost per serving: .74 cents

Savory Thin Mini Rice Crackers

If you’re craving a salty and crunchy snack, these rice crackers hit the spot. They’re oil-free, vegan and inexpensive. Each bag costs just $2.99, with each serving costing just .37 cents. Pack these for your next car ride or serve them at your next party. Note: These shouldn’t be an everyday snack, but are still great for occasional enjoyment and are a much better alternative to chips and crackers that are packed with added oil.

Seeds & Grains Crispbread

These crispbreads are delicious and perfect as a quick meal in an emergency. Keep these stowed in your car or pantry for those times when you need something to eat quickly that doesn’t contain added oil. They can be enjoyed as is, or topped with your favorite nut or seed butter and sliced fruit. Or, topped with hummus and tomatoes. Each bag costs just $2.99, with each serving costing just .29 cents.

Food For Life Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Bread

This bread is a staple in our home and our go-to choice for making sandwiches, toast, and breadcrumbs. As soon as we get home, this loaf goes into the freezer for optimum lifespan. Remove slices as need and let thaw for a few minutes, or toast in an oven if desired.

Food For Life Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Tortillas

These tortillas are oil-free and delicious! Made by the same company as the bread listed above, we also store these tortillas in the freezer upon arriving home after shopping at Trader Joe’s. We use these tortillas to make hummus quesadillas, burritos, and also cut them into triangles and bake them to create chips.

Lundberg Organic Whole Grain Rice Cakes

These oil-free vegan rice cakes are so delicious and are low cost as well. They are perfect for enjoying as a snack, as well as slathered in your favorite nut or seed butter and topped with sliced fruit. Each bag costs just $2.99, with each serving costing just .23 cents. These are a great snack for kids as well.

Organic Ketchup

Ketchup is a staple in most American households, and this one is our favorite because it’s organic and inexpensive. Each bottle costs just $1.99, with each serving costing just .05 cents! This bottle goes a long way too. We like to use ketchup as a dip for roasted potatoes.

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