5 Trader Joe's Seasonings You NEED in Your Pantry

Seasonings can be very helpful for creating delicious meals packed with flavors. Spices are great for improving the taste of vegetables, protein and starches. If you have ever said "I hate vegetables" then I am convinced you just are not seasoning them right. Below I have listed 5 of my favorites and some ideas on how you can use them!

1. Everything But the Bagel Seasoning: I HAD to include the classic and favorite of most Trader Joe's lovers. A lot of people will buy this and are not necessarily sure how to use it. I love this seasoning on popcorn, on top of hummus, on avocado toast, eggs or hard boiled eggs, cottage cheese and tuna/chicken salad.

2. Everything But the Leftovers Seasoning: okay this is a seasonal one, but this one is AMAZING and a must buy in autumn but can be used year-round. My favorite is to add to any veggie- green beans, squash, zucchini and asparagus specifically. I have also sprinkled on potatoes or mixed in a quinoa & cranberry blend for a side that tastes like fall in a bowl. If you like stuffing (or dressing as they call it in the south)- you will love this seasoning blend.

3. Ranch Seasoning: this seasoning is relatively new. My favorite way I have used it so far is to have it on home made chicken nuggets- cooked on my cast iron skillet. It also goes great on veggies or mixed with plain Greek Yogurt for a high protein dip for veggies. You could also add this to salads, sprinkle on popcorn or add to garbanzo beans for a flavor punch.

4. Green Goddess Seasoning: I can add this salad to almost anything. This one is a light seasoning and goes great on cold foods like salads, hummus, sandwiches, wraps and bowls. This has a lemony taste and also goes great on chicken or shrimp for a bright summery flavor.

5. 21 Seasoning Salute: this is a great everyday seasoning that you can essentially put on ANYTHING. I use it mostly for my protein sources but it also goes great on any veggie or starch. This is a great go to seasoning when you don't know what else to put on whatever you are cooking. Bonus for those watching their sodium intake- it is salt free!

Let me know your favorite Trader Joe's seasonings in the comments and which I should try next!