Costco Healthy Grocery Shopping Guide

Costco has a ton of healthy food options—you just have to know what to look for! There’s also plenty of junk food and misleading “health” food, so reading the ingredients is always important.

I put together some of my favorite healthy Costco grocery finds so you can easily copy and paste these ideas into your next shopping list.

Reminder: Costco’s inventory varies by location, but many of these products are current staples.

Focus on real, whole-food ingredients first—not just “high-protein,” “low-calorie,” “organic,” or “keto” claims on the front of the package. Many of those products are still ultra-processed. At Costco especially, the marketing can be very misleading, so always flip the package over and check the ingredient list!

⭐ Back-to-School Partner of the Month: Amara Smoothie Melts

This month, I’m so excited to feature Amara Smoothie Melts as my back-to-school Partner of the Month! These are one of my favorite easy snacks to pack for school, bring on little adventures, or keep on hand when the kids need something quick.

Amara Smoothie Melts are made with simple, organic ingredients and real fruit. They have no added sugar, are dairy-free, and have a melt-in-your-mouth texture that kids love.

The Costco package comes with 20 convenient single-serving pouches, making them incredibly easy to add to lunchboxes, diaper bags, sports bags, or your car snack stash.

Even better: Amara Smoothie Melts will be on sale at Costco during August! Don’t miss your chance to stock up on a snack you can feel good packing and your kids will actually be excited to eat.

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🥩 High-Quality Protein Options

Look for quality protein sources with simple ingredient lists. For prepared meats, choose options made with meat and recognizable seasonings while limiting unnecessary sugar, fillers, and refined oils.

Organic or Grass-Fed Ground Beef: A versatile protein for burgers, taco bowls, meatballs, and easy weeknight meals.
Organic Chicken: Stock up and freeze individual portions for quick lunches and dinners.
Organic Eggs: An easy source of protein, healthy fats, choline, and other important nutrients.
Organic Turkey: A lean protein option that works well for burgers, bowls, and meal prep.
Teton Waters Ranch Sausages: A convenient grass-fed beef option with a relatively simple ingredient list.
Amylu Chicken Sausages: An easy protein to pair with vegetables, eggs, potatoes, or rice.
Grass-Fed Sirloin: A nutrient-dense source of protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
Safe Catch Tuna: A convenient pantry protein. Safe Catch tests every tuna for mercury, making it one of my favorite tuna options.
Safe Catch Yellowfin Tuna Burgers: A new high-protein freezer find made with sustainably wild-caught tuna. Each patty has 33 grams of protein, no sugar, and no seed oils—and Safe Catch tests every tuna for mercury.

🥛 Healthy Dairy

When possible, choose minimally processed dairy with simple ingredients. Full-fat and reduced-fat options may also be more satisfying, depending on your individual needs and goals.

Organic Whole Milk: A creamy, nutrient-dense option for drinking, smoothies, oatmeal, and recipes.
Organic String Cheese: A convenient, kid-friendly snack that provides protein and calcium.
Parmigiano Reggiano Stravecchio: A flavorful, traditionally aged cheese that adds a lot of flavor without needing a huge serving.
Fage Greek Yogurt 2%: A high-protein yogurt with a thick texture and simple ingredients.
Kirkland Greek Yogurt 0%: A budget-friendly high-protein option for breakfast bowls, smoothies, dips, and sauces.

🍓 Fresh Produce

Costco is a great place to stock up on produce your family eats regularly. You can also use the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists as one tool to help decide when to prioritize organic and when conventional produce may help you save money.

Organic Berries: Great for yogurt bowls, oatmeal, smoothies, and easy snacks.
Pineapple: Naturally sweet and a good source of vitamin C.
Bananas: An affordable staple for smoothies, oatmeal, baking, and quick snacks.
Tomatoes: Easy to add to salads, sandwiches, eggs, pasta, and homemade sauces.
Cucumbers: A refreshing option for salads, snacking, and dipping.
Green Beans: A simple vegetable side that works well roasted, steamed, or sautéed.
Plus So Much More: Shop based on what your family will realistically eat before it goes bad.

🥜 Healthy Fats

Healthy fats can add flavor and help make meals more satisfying. I look for minimally processed cooking fats and try to limit highly refined seed oils when possible.

Grass-Fed Butter: A flavorful cooking and baking staple.
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil in Glass: Great for dressings, drizzling, and lower-to-moderate-heat cooking.
Avocado Oil: A neutral-tasting option that works well for higher-heat cooking.
Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil: Useful for baking and recipes where a mild coconut flavor works well.
Grass-Fed Ghee: A rich, shelf-stable cooking fat with a higher smoke point than butter.
Grass-Fed Beef Tallow: A traditional cooking fat that works especially well for roasting and frying.

🍠 Healthy Carbohydrates

Carbs aren’t the enemy! Focus on minimally processed, fiber-rich sources that provide lasting energy and pair them with protein and healthy fats for a more balanced meal.

Potatoes: An affordable and satisfying whole-food carbohydrate that provides potassium and vitamin C.
Sweet Potatoes: A naturally sweet source of fiber and beta-carotene.
Quinoa: An easy base for grain bowls, salads, and meal-prep lunches.
Organic Pasta: Pair it with protein and vegetables for an easy, balanced family dinner.
Dave’s Killer Bread: A widely available whole-grain option with fiber and protein.
One Mighty Mill Organic Bread: An organic bread option made with stone-ground flour.

🥶 Healthy Frozen Foods

The frozen section can be incredibly convenient, but always flip the package over and read the ingredients. Choose frozen foods made primarily with whole foods and minimal unnecessary additives.

Grass-Fed Beef Patties: A convenient freezer staple for quick lunches and family dinners.
Green Chile Shredded Chicken and Cauliflower Rice: One of the better frozen meal options for a quick, protein-focused meal.
Aloha Greens Organic Smoothie Cups: Convenient smoothie portions that make it easier to add fruits and greens to your day.
Pitaya Foods Immunity Smoothie Blends: Pre-portioned frozen fruit blends for fast smoothies.
Actual Veggies Organic Burgers: Colorful veggie-forward patties made with recognizable ingredients.
Clovis Farms Organic Super Smoothie: A convenient organic fruit and vegetable blend for quick smoothies.
Organic Frozen Fruit: Perfect for smoothies, yogurt bowls, oatmeal, and healthier desserts.
Organic Frozen Vegetables: An affordable way to keep vegetables on hand without worrying about them spoiling.
Organic Frozen Edamame: A plant-based source of protein and fiber that works well as a snack or side.
Wild-Caught Frozen Salmon: A nutrient-dense source of protein and omega-3 fats.
Wild-Caught Frozen Shrimp: A lean protein that cooks quickly for bowls, tacos, salads, and pasta.
Wild-Caught Frozen Cod: A mild, versatile fish that pairs well with a variety of seasonings.
Milton’s Cauliflower Crust Frozen Pizza: One of my top pizza picks at Costco and a convenient gluten-free option for easy family dinners.
Safe Catch Yellowfin Tuna Burgers: A quick family-weeknight option with 33 grams of protein per patty, no sugar, and no seed oils. They’re made with sustainably wild-caught tuna, and Safe Catch tests every tuna for mercury.
FØRTE Chocolate Fudge Frozen Bars: A new frozen treat with 10 grams of protein per bar and just eight ingredients—perfect when you want a chocolatey dessert with a protein boost.

🧒 Kids’ Favorites

These convenient, kid-approved options are great to keep on hand for quick meals, lunchboxes, and on-the-go snacks. As always, availability may vary by Costco location.

Goodles Mac & Cheese: A fun, kid-friendly mac and cheese with protein, fiber, and nutrients from vegetables.
Annie’s Organic Mac & Cheese: A convenient organic comfort-food option for quick lunches or easy family dinners.
Perfect Bars: Refrigerated protein bars made with peanut butter, honey, and whole-food ingredients. They’re an easy grab-and-go snack for older kids and adults.
Once Upon a Farm Immunity Pouches: Refrigerated pouches made with organic fruits and vegetables for an easy snack at home or on the go.

🍿 Better-For-You Snacks and Treats

Snacks don’t have to be perfect, but I look for recognizable ingredients, quality fats, and minimal added sugar. These options can help satisfy a craving without the long list of unnecessary additives found in many conventional snacks.

Amara Smoothie Melts: A convenient, kid-friendly snack made with simple, organic ingredients and real fruit. They have no added sugar, are dairy-free, and come in individual pouches that are perfect for lunchboxes and on-the-go snacking. Look for them on sale at Costco during August!
LesserEvil Popcorn: A crunchy snack made with simple ingredients and better oil choices than many conventional popcorn brands.
Siete Grain-Free Tortilla Chips: A grain-free chip option made with cassava flour and avocado oil.
Siete Grain-Free Cookies: A better-for-you cookie option made without gluten, dairy, or refined seed oils.
BEAR Fruit Rolls: A lunchbox-friendly fruit snack made primarily with fruit and no added sugar.
That’s It Fruit Bars: Simple fruit bars made with minimal ingredients and no added sugar.
Cascadian Farm Organic Fruit Snacks: A fun organic fruit snack option made without artificial colors or flavors.
UNREAL Chocolate Bars: A better treat option made with simpler ingredients and less sugar than many conventional candy bars.
CHOCXO Lemon Crème Cups: A bright, chocolatey treat with a creamy lemon center that’s great when you want something sweet.
FØRTE Chocolate Fudge Frozen Bars: A new chocolate fudge treat with 10 grams of protein per bar and just eight ingredients.
Realsy Nut Butter-Filled Dates: Naturally sweet dates filled with nut butter for a satisfying combination of carbs, fat, and flavor. Look for the strawberry peanut butter and peanut butter variety pack.
MUSH Overnight Oats: A convenient refrigerated breakfast or snack made with simple ingredients and certified glyphosate-residue-free oats.
Kirkland Organic Peanut Butter: A simple, budget-friendly peanut butter made without unnecessary oils or added sugar.
Organic Cashews: A satisfying snack that also works well in homemade trail mix.
Organic Pumpkin Seeds: A crunchy source of healthy fats, plant-based protein, magnesium, and zinc.
Smash Foods Jam Bites: A fun, fruit-forward snack that works well for lunchboxes or an on-the-go treat.
Ascent Whey Protein: A convenient protein powder made with native whey protein and no artificial sweeteners.

🥥 Healthier Drink Options

For everyday hydration, water should still come first. These are some fun options when you want more flavor without reaching for conventional soda or heavily sweetened drinks.

- Spindrift Sparkling Water: A refreshing sparkling water made with real squeezed fruit.
- Organic Coconut Water: A naturally sweet source of hydration and electrolytes.
- Kombucha: Costco often carries several kombucha brands. Compare the labels and choose one with a lower amount of added sugar.
- Saint James Iced Tea: A refreshing, zero-sugar drink made with real brewed organic black tea and sweetened with organic stevia leaf extract, available in mango and raspberry flavors.

I hope this list makes healthy eating a little easier! Costco has some incredible prices and plenty of nutritious options—you just have to know which products and brands are worth putting in your cart.

Costco can be one of the best places to shop for your health—or one of the easiest places to accidentally fill your cart with ultra-processed foods. Ignore the marketing on the front, check the ingredients on the back, and focus on the foods that genuinely support your goals.