Introduction
If you’re a fan of ALDI, you know that the store is constantly launching new products. From snacks to pantry staples, ALDI is always introducing something new and exciting. But with so many new products, it can be hard to know which ones are worth trying and which ones you should avoid. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best and worst new ALDI products launching right now. We’ll tell you which ones are worth trying and which ones you should skip. So, if you’re looking for the latest and greatest ALDI products, you’ve come to the right place.
The Best and Worst New ALDI Products Launching Right Now — Eat This Not That
ALDI is always coming out with new products, and it can be hard to know which ones are worth trying and which ones you should avoid. We’ve rounded up the best and worst new ALDI products launching right now so you can make the most informed decisions when you’re shopping.
The Best New ALDI Products
- Organic Avocado Oil: This oil is perfect for cooking and baking, and it’s made with 100% organic avocados. It’s also free of any artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.
- Organic Coconut Milk: This coconut milk is made with organic coconuts and is free of any added sugar or preservatives. It’s perfect for adding to smoothies, oatmeal, and more.
- Organic Quinoa: This quinoa is organic, gluten-free, and non-GMO. It’s a great source of plant-based protein and can be used in a variety of dishes.
- Organic Frozen Fruit: ALDI now offers a variety of organic frozen fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, and mangoes. They’re perfect for adding to smoothies or baking.
- Organic Spices: ALDI now offers a variety of organic spices, including turmeric, cumin, and coriander. They’re perfect for adding flavor to your favorite dishes.
The Worst New ALDI Products
- Frozen Pizza: ALDI now offers a variety of frozen pizzas, but they’re not the healthiest option. They’re high in sodium and saturated fat, and they contain artificial flavors and preservatives.
- Frozen French Fries: ALDI now offers frozen french fries, but they’re not the healthiest option. They’re high in sodium and saturated fat, and they contain artificial flavors and preservatives.
- Frozen Chicken Nuggets: ALDI now offers frozen chicken nuggets, but they’re not the healthiest option. They’re high in sodium and saturated fat, and they contain artificial flavors and preservatives.
- Frozen Burritos: ALDI now offers frozen burritos, but they’re not the healthiest option. They’re high in sodium and saturated fat, and they contain artificial flavors and preservatives.
- Frozen Appetizers: ALDI now offers a variety of frozen appetizers, but they’re not the healthiest option. They’re high in sodium and saturated fat, and they contain artificial flavors and preservatives.
When shopping at ALDI, it’s important to be mindful of the products you’re buying. Stick to the best new ALDI products and avoid the worst ones to make sure you’re getting the most out of your shopping experience.
One thing that never changes at ALDI is the affordable prices, but you can always count on finding a new treasure trove of items every seven days at your local supermarket. The low-cost retailer, which is in the middle of a huge store expansion, refers to these weekly additions as its “ALDI Finds.”
The latest drop of ALDI Finds includes various additions to our reader’s favorite sections of the grocery store: the bakery and the frozen food aisle. While some of these groceries make a delicious and nutritious addition to any pantry, others are loaded with a hefty amount of carbs and sugar.
We took a look at the nutritional information of the newest crop of items from ALDI’s premium “Specialty Selected” brand. Then we created this helpful list of the healthiest and unhealthiest items among the pack.
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Worst:
10 pieces: 400 calories, 16 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 610 mg sodium, 54 g carbs, 8 g fiber, 15 g sugar, 10 g protein
Two servings are included in these $2.99 packages of Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Ravioli, which hit store shelves this week at ALDI. However, for adults looking to keep their blood pressure and heart health in check, one serving alone has almost half of the ideal daily limit of sodium recommended by the American Heart Association.
Mind you, this is before you add any sauce or other ingredients. Beware of using sauces with a lot of salt, as doing so could easily push this meal closer to the excessive amount of sodium that many Americans consume every day—about 3,400 milligrams.
1/2 cup dry: 350 calories, 7 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 770 mg sodium, 60 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 11 g protein
Similar to the ravioli, two servings of pasta are included in these $1.99 packages of Black Pepper & Roat Cheese Risotto. If you make the whole batch, there would be 700 calories, 120 grams of carbohydrates, 15 grams of fat, and 1,550 milligrams of sodium (which is just more than the daily recommendation) on your plate.
Though often eaten as an entrée, risotto is sometimes served as a side dish. This risotto wouldn’t pair well with a main course that’s already high in carbs and sodium. Consider sharing a small portion among multiple dinner guests.
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1 slice (1/4 of the cake): 400 calories, 24 g fat (10 g saturated fat, 0.5 g trans fat), 220 mg sodium, 43 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 23 g sugar, 5 g protein
This “worst” ALDI item is a good deal at $4.99, especially since it can easily be cut into four slices. Only one slice has 50% of the daily recommended value of saturated fat, as well as more sugar than two glazed Krispy Kreme Original Glazed doughnuts.
1 slice (1/4 of the cake): 440 calories, 23 g fat (9 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 250 mg sodium,55 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 30 g sugar, 5 g protein
Though this other new cheesecake contains less saturated fat per slice, it has more carbs, sugar, and sodium. For a less hefty holiday treat, consider cutting this cake into eighths instead of fourths.
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Best:
1/2 cup: 200 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 240 mg sodium, 36 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 8 g protein
The ingredient list for these noodles only contains four items: durum wheat semolina, egg, spinach powder, and salt. In addition to being low in fat and sodium, they even have 8 grams of protein and a little bit of iron (because spinach is a high-in-iron food). Pair it with a sauce high in vitamin C for better absorption.
1/2 cup: 130 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 370 mg sodium, 8 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 2 g protein
Anyone with dietary restrictions knows how hard it can be to find foods that are the right fit. In this week’s ALDI Finds, there’s a Sensitive Recipe Pasta Sauce made with only dried basil, olive oil, salt, and a few veggies (Italian tomatoes, carrot puree, and celery).
Thanks to these whole-food ingredients, the sauce is low in calories, carbohydrates, and fat. It would be a good option to pair with a higher-sodium pasta.
1/6 cake: 200 calories, 5 g fat (5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 42 mg sodium, 29 g carbs, <1 g fiber, 21 g sugar, 3 g protein
The new Tiramisu available at ALDI contains six slices of heaven. As with most desserts, it’s still high in carbs and sugar. However, one serving (1/6 of the cake) contains half the calories, 1/3 of the fat, and considerably less sodium than the Browned Butter Pecan and Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecakes.
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