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12 New Vegan Items at Trader Joe’s to Check Out

You better believe we’re rushing to Trader Joe’s for these new plant-based products!

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You better believe we’re rushing to Trader Joe’s for these new plant-based products!

Unless you’re new here, you know that we are obsessed with Trader Joe’s at VegOut. And naturally, we love staying on top of the latest offerings available at this vegan-friendly store. How can you not love tasty spreads, soup dumplings, boba tea, and seasonal falafel? Just so we’re on the same page, that was a rhetorical question.

Stocked with plant-based goods from the freezer section and dairy cooler to the snack aisle and prepared food area, Trader Joe’s is an herbivore’s best friend! So next time you’re out stocking up on your grocery store go-tos—​for us it’s the vegan pesto, Greek chickpeas, and beefless bulgogi—​don’t skimp on these 12 new vegan items at Trader Joe’s!

Yuzu Miso Topping & Spread

This limited-edition Trader Joe’s find combines yuzu citrus and umami-rich miso, two iconically Japanese ingredients, into a tasty sauce that pairs well with just about everything. Try adding the Yuzu Miso Topping & Spread to your grain bowls, tofu sandwiches, and beyond!

Steamed Vegetable Soup Dumplings

Get ready for this one, friends! Trader Joe’s recently added Steamed Vegetable Soup Dumplings to the freezer section! After the store’s non-vegan soup dumplings became instant sensations, the team knew a vegan version would be a hit! These veggie dumplings are loaded with jackfruit and a variety of vegetables.

Green Olive Flats Italian Lingue Crackers

Olive lover? We sure are! And these Green Olive Flats Italian Lingue Crackers are a Trader Joe’s must-buy. We love using these vegan crackers in our plant-based charcuterie boards loaded with artisanal vegan cheeses, dried fruit, raw veggies, nut blends, and of course, extra olives for good measure.

Green Olive Flats Italian Lingue Crackers

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Crunchy Jicama Slaw

Accompanied by a spicy sesame ginger dressing and chopped peanuts, Trader Joe’s Crunchy Jicama Slaw is a new fave of ours! Snag a container and enjoy this veggie-packed salad loaded with jicama noodles, carrots, radishes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and edamame. Pair it with your soup dumplings and lunch is served!

Peanut Butter Pillows

We can’t wait to put you onto these Peanut Butter Pillows from Trader Joe’s. These new candies are delicate, crispy, and loaded with peanut butter flavor. Made in small batches, these PB treats are currently on the Trader Joe’s shelves for a limited time. So, snag a bag while they last.

Green Tea and Yuzu Spread

Another tasty spread drawing from Japanese cuisine, the Green Tea and Yuzu Spread is such a tasty and refreshing condiment for baked goods and appetizer platters alike. This sweet and tart spread also pairs well with sandwiches and your plant-based protein choices.

Crispy Jalapeño Pieces

From taco bowls and casseroles to loaded salads and scrambles, these Crispy Jalapeño Pieces are the spicy, crunchy bite your homemade dishes need! Made simply with sliced jalapeno peppers, flour, oil, and salt, these crispy pieces are a delicious and versatile addition to just about anything.

Crispy Jalapeño Pieces

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Organic Mango Vinaigrette Dressing

This just in: Trader Joe’s recently added the Organic Mango Vinaigrette Dressing for a limited time! Of course, this fruity salad dressing pairs well with veggie-packed salads, but don’t forget to add it to your grain bowls, seitan wraps, and tofu kabobs, too! Trust us, we could keep going.

Tropical Green Tea Instant Boba Kit

Happy summer! Cool off with the Trader Joe’s Tropical Green Tea Instant Boba Kit—we sure will be! Containing both mango puree and passion fruit juice, this ​refreshing sipper will have you feeling like you’re on a tropical vacation. Hey, don’t judge our backyard blow-up pool and boba tea. We’re living our best lives.

Trader Joe's Tropical Green Tea Instant Boba Kit

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Pad See Ew

Containing wide rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, carrot, garlic, and tofu, this frozen dinner is a new, vegan must-have! Trader Joe’s Pad See Ew is rich in flavor and contains a variety of textures, allowing for a simple yet satisfying meal in a snap. We can also envision bringing this to the office for a tasty deskside lunch.

Apricot Cardamom Spread

We’ll give you one more new-to-Trader Joe’s condiment. Introducing the brand’s Apricot Cardamom Spread. If you’ve never had cardamom, this is a delicious and versatile way to enjoy it. Containing simple ingredients like apricots, sugar, pectin, cardamom, and lemon, this tasty spread pairs well with crackers, vegan cheese, and mild desserts.

Dill Pickle Mini Falafel

Last but not least, the Dill Pickle Mini Falafel is back for the summer! While not a totally new offering, it feels new when the staff brings out the seasonal falafel balls each year. We love pairing these tasty bites with greens, vegan tzatziki, and pickled onions, but there are so many ways you can enjoy them!

Dill Pickle Mini Falafel

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Anja Grommons

Anja Grommons

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During her studies to become a registered dietitian nutritionist, Anja—a longtime vegetarian—transitioned to a vegan diet. Living in Kalamazoo, Michigan at the time, she met Maggie and Tammie through VegOut Kalamazoo (one of VegOut’s first focus cities) and began collaborating with the duo. When she’s not writing about new vegan eats, you can find her whipping up veg-centric meals, traveling, and practicing yoga.

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