Whole30 Walmart Shopping List
on Jan 10, 2016, Updated Sep 22, 2019
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I don’t shop at Whole Foods. I’ve been there a few times, but my eyes mostly just bulge at the price tags and I feel silly for even going in. I’m sure they have a lot of good products, but I like to go on vacations with my family every once in a while verses spending every last dime on groceries. If I’m going to continue to make this a lifestyle change, shopping at stores like Whole Foods is not realistic for me. I shop at Albertson’s, Smiths, Costco, Sam’s Club, Trader Joe’s occasionally, and Walmart. You don’t have to go to a fancy health foods store or spend a ton of money to find some good quality, healthy, even Whole30 approved products.
Not everyone has access to stores like Costco or Trader Joe’s, and that’s ok. I recently read somewhere that 90% of Americans live within 15 miles of a Walmart. Rest assured that you can find MANY Whole30 approved foods at your local Walmart. Remember labels like “organic” or “grass-fed” are not part of the Whole30 rules. See this chart here for guidelines and deciding what is best for your family and your wallet.
The products and information listed in this post are to the best of our knowledge. We share with our readers what has been successful for us in our own lives. Visit Whole30.com for full nutritional guide to ensure the products and food you consume are compliant.
WALMART SHOPPING LIST
Produce of your choice- My Neighborhood Walmart has a decent selection of organic produce. If your Walmart doesn’t have an organic section don’t worry, organic produce is not a requirement for the Whole30 as I mentioned before.
Raw Nuts
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Pecans
- Walnuts
- Pistachios
Aidell’s Chicken Sausage- The only one I know of that is compliant is the Chicken & Apple
Kerrygold Butter
Eggs- I found a few different options for cage free, organic eggs.
Almond Milk- Silk Brand
Coconut Water
La Croix
Sparkling Water- I found a few different Arrowhead flavors that were compliant.
Tea- Celestial Brand is our favorite
Kombucha
Fruit Juice and Vegetable Juice– Must be 100%
Apple Sauce-Motts or Wild Oats
Baby Food Pouches-I found a lot of compliant brands. These are great to keep in your purse for emergencies.
Canned Fruit– in 100% juice
Almond Butter– Justin’s Nut Butter is my favorite. Some Walmarts even carry the individual packs which are also nice to keep in your purse.
Cooking Oil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Extra Light Tasting Olive Oil for Homemade Mayo
- Coconut Oil- they had many options
- Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil
Cooking spray
- Bertolli Extra Light
- Bertolli Extra Virgin
- Chosen Foods 100% Avocado Oil
Almond Flour or Meal
Coconut Flour
Frank’s Red Hot
Mustard
- Regular
- Spicy Brown-Great Value brand
Salsa
- Most Pace brand salsa is compliant-check the labels
- Some Herdez brand salsas are also compliant
- Great Value brand Salsa Verde
Canned Tomatoes & Paste
Canned Green Chilis
Canned Jalapeños
Chicken Broth- Swanson 100% Natural, No MSG
Curry Paste-Thai Kitchen Red and Green
Canned Coconut Milk
Canned Tuna- Make sure the ingredients do NOT include vegetable broth(soy).
Fresh and Frozen Meats & Seafood- Now all Walmarts differ greatly in this department. For the most part, most Walmarts carry a brand of all natural, cage free chicken (both fresh and frozen), wild caught salmon, tilapia, cod, etc.
Frozen Fruit and Vegetables– Wild Oats Organic variety (keep in mind the corn and peas are not Whole30 approved)
If I left out any great items you’ve found at Walmart let us know in the comments! I know all Walmarts are a little different but for the most part I think you will find most of these common items. Happy shopping and good luck on your Whole30!
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There is a special place in heaven for those of you making these awesome resources!!! Thank you so much! Do you have a running list without pictures for the Walmart list? I want to print it out but not waste the ink on the pictures. If not, no big deal. Thanks again!!
I suppose, like any chain, Wal-Mart stores can vary. Here in Northwest Florida (an area where good produce abounds) the Wal-Mart stores have miserable fresh fruits and vegetables. Never mind organic — most of it barely looks edible.
Thanks for the list, Krista.
– Tara
Great value brand organic Dijon mustard is compliant. It has to be organic though. Regular has white wine as most Dijon mustard. Great for making whole 30 mayo!
I prefer shopping at Smith’s over Walmart. I have many reason and one of them is that Smith’s is located within a mile from my house. It make things more convenient for me.
I am really surprised that Whole 30 would consider products with “natural flavorings” ok as part of a Whole Foods plan. If you do some research on the words “natural flavorings” you will find that they are chemical additives derived from plants and animals, but still in that gray area whether they are safe. Many times they claim the amount is small, but if you are eating or drinking many products that contain natural flavorings who knows what long term effect they may have on your health. If it isn’t completely natural, how can we trust it?
The double chocolate, Xtra caramel German cake at the bakery is compliant, right? JK!! Day 10 & loving it!!
I do not like any kind of fish/seafood. Do you have a menu that doesn’t include any? I’m looking to start my journey of weight loss 80 to lose… But everything always includes fish. Thank you
WalMart now carries WildPlanet Tuna which is Whole 30 compliant. No soy!
Wish our wal mart carried wild oats products…….
I thought that all oats were non compliant?
Wild Oats is the brand name, they have many products as pictured above. Great organic foods.