32 Pantry Staples That Make Cooking Quick and Healthy Meals a Breeze

We created the Health Hacks on a Budget video course series to make it as easy as possible for everyone to save time and money while living a healthy life. In this series, we share simple recipes, easy tips, and educational information to help you and your family thrive.

A well-stocked pantry means throwing together a last-minute meal will be a breeze. Our host Sara Snow chose all the essential ingredients to keep in the kitchen to inspire quick, easy, and healthy recipes. Watch the video to learn more about how to make the right choices when it comes to choosing the healthiest oils, sweeteners, grains, and more—plus tips for how to use them.

Shop all of these staples right here on Thrive Market for 25 to 50 percent less than supermarket prices.

Shopping list

• Balsamic vinegar
• Apple cider vinegar
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Coconut oil
• Sea salt
• Pepper
• Raw honey
• Maple syrup
• Organic, fair trade coffee
• Herbal tea
• Baking soda
• Baking powder
• Whole grain wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
• Cacao powder
• Whole grain brown rice
• Quinoa
• Whole grain pasta
• Cornmeal
• Beans
• Olives
• Tomato paste
• Capers
• Vegetable broth
• Sage
• Thyme
• Cinnamon
• Ginger
• Nutmeg
• Cloves
• Whole grain crackers
• Nuts and seeds
• Dried fruit

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