Staples for your weekly grocery shop

Every Sunday rolls around with the same thought... what meals am I going to prepare this week? How many carrots do I need to buy? Should I buy some meat free options? So many variables, not enough clear answers.

These are my weekly staples that I put in my basket to ensure I have the right balance of carbohydrates, fats and protein AND I am feeling super inspired to make home-cooked meals most days. 

Carbohydrates

• White and sweet potato
• Pumpkin
• Carrots (great for snacking too) 
• Zucchini
• Green beans 
• Spinach, mixed lettuce mix, rocket etc
• Berries
• Bananas (I buy in bulk every 3rd shop and freeze them for smoothies!)

Fats

• Avocado 
• Peanut butter (would like to say this isn’t a weekly purchase but it is!)
• Dry roasted almonds
• Coconut yoghurt

Protein

• Tinned tuna and sardines 
• Chicken breast and thighs 
• Barramundi 
• Salmon
• Eye fillet steak 
• Eggs

Monthly purchases 

• White rice 
• Gluten free bread (I freeze it)
• Extra virgin olive oil and coconut oil

 

I know if I purchase around 80% from each list each week I will be able to prepare delicious, nutrient dense and satiating meals. Of course this varies seasonally but for the most part these foods lay the foundation of what I eat week in week out.  

Katie x