Start 2023 Off on the Right Foot With These Healthy Pantry Staples
As the new year starts, now is the perfect time to make sure your pantry is stocked with all of the right types of healthy staples. Being properly prepared with a few key items can make mealtime easier, help ensure healthy cooking and eating, and could even help you stick to those long-term healthier eating resolutions.
Healthy Pantry Staples to Keep On Hand
Grains
- Wild rice
- Quinoa
- Whole-grain pasta
- Whole-grain bread
- Oats
- Whole-grain cereal
- Whole-wheat tortillas
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Legumes
- Chickpeas
- Lentils
- Black-eyed peas
- Kidney beans
- White beans
- Navy beans
- Split peas
Herbs and Spices
- Garlic powder
- Ground cumin
- Oregano
- Ground coriander
- Chili powder
- Italian seasoning
- Cayenne
- Basil
Oils
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Grapeseed oil
- Canola oil
- Walnut oil
- Sesame oil
Nuts and Seeds
- Almonds
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Walnuts
- Pecans
Condiments
- Reduced-sodium soy sauce
- Mustard
- Vinegar
- Low-fat yogurt or kefir
Canned Goods
- Salmon
- Tuna
- Tomatoes
- Coconut milk
- Reduced-sodium bean varieties
Stocking your pantry with these healthy staples will help to make any combination of meals, snacks, and sides both healthful and delicious. Add in some fresh produce and you’ll have a healthier, balanced diet right at your fingertips.
Happy New Year!
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