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    Published: Nov 29, 2017 ·Updated: Jan 2, 2020 by Sabra · 48 Comments

    Keto at Aldi! My top 20 low carb foods to buy at Aldi

    Keto friendly grocery items on the shelves at Aldi with text overlay

    Eating Keto can carry a hefty price tag. Shopping at Aldi can save some you some serious cash if you know what to look for and what to avoid.

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    I have made it no secret that I LOVE Aldi! It's my number one tool for getting quality food on a shoestring budget. For the majority of their products, the quality is as good as, if not better then the name brands.

    Anyone following a low carb or keto diet may have felt the strain in their pocketbook. Keto diets are generally heavy in meats, full-fat cheeses, nuts and fresh produce - none of which are known for their low price tag. Plus coupons for these items are few and far between.

    A photo collage showing the interior and exterior of an Aldi store

    If you are new to Aldi, here are a few things that you need to know before you go:

    1. Be sure to take a quarter. In order to get a shopping cart, Aldi requires a 25 cent deposit. This eliminates the need for the store to pay workers to gather carts and also helps to ensure that the carts aren't stolen or damaged.
    2. Along with the quarter, take some reusable bags. Aldi does not provide bags, this is another way they cut costs and provide cheaper groceries. Don't worry, if you do forget your bags they sell them at the register for 10 cents each 🙂
    3. On the topic of bags - be prepared to fill them yourself.  The cashier will not be bagging your groceries for you, but they do provide a bagging area.
    4. Expect little to no brand selection. The majority of the foods you will find in an Aldi store are in house generic. As I mentioned above the quality is almost always great, but if generic bothers you Aldi may not be your best bet.
    5. Produce and fresh meat quality can vary significantly from store to store. I have 2 Aldi stores within about 8 miles from my house. 1 has amazing produce and meat, the other seems to get the short end of the stick. If you try one, and it's less then ideal, consider trying another store in your area (if that's an option).

    If you are short on time, be sure to check out Instacart to see if grocery delivery or pickup from Aldi is available in your area. To make shopping easier, all of the products on this list are linked to Instacart so you can easily add them to your cart!

    Here are my top 20 keto-friendly foods to get at Aldi:

    1

    Nuts

    Aldi has an AMAZING selection of nuts and so far I've never gotten a bad one 😉 To top it off, their prices are significantly less than conventional grocery stores.

    2

    Pork Rinds

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    I am not a huge pork rind eater, but I like to have them on hand for a quick snack. Aldi's pork rinds have only 2 ingredients - fried pork skin and salt. They also come in a spicy variety which is really good. Best of all, they are only .99 cents for a full-size bag! That's 50% less than the name brands!

    3

    Eggs

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    Eggs are a staple in many Keto diets and for good reason. One egg packs a HUGE punch and has perfect keto macros. The price of eggs will vary at Aldi, but they are always far less than my traditional grocery store. The only downside is they usually limit you to 6 dozen at a time, and with a family of 7 - 6 dozen goes fast!

    4

    Bacon

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    Aldi has a great selection of bacon to suit every need. They have traditional bacon, thick-cut bacon, turkey bacon, and uncured bacon - all at prices less than traditional competitors. We usually opt for uncured bacon, but they are all tasty.

    5

    Organic Avocados

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    Aldi avocados are my favorite. The organic variety comes in a multi-pack (usually 4-5 per pack) and they are pretty small. That may sound like a bad thing, but I love it. One of these avocados is a perfect serving size, so I can eat it all in one sitting without worrying about wasting the leftover. At my Aldi, the organic multipack is $3.99 - that is an AMAZING price here in Indiana.

    6

    Coconut Oil

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    Another keto staple, right? Coconut oil can be super-pricey - especially for quality oil. At Aldi, you can get organic, virgin, unrefined coconut oil for $4.99!!! Nope, that is not a typo 🙂

    7

    Butter

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    We go through an INSANE amount of butter here. I would put money down that we could rival Paula Dean - that's how much butter!  Aldi has traditional salted and unsalted butter for $1.75 per pound and they even have their own version of Kerry Gold butter for $3.99 a pound!

    8

    Hemp hearts, chia seeds, and flax seeds.

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    These are all great sources of fiber and protein on a keto diet. The prices obviously vary based upon the variety you choose, but again the price is far less then what I could get elsewhere.

    9

    Almond Flour

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    Almond flour is a staple in many keto diets and it's my personal favorite for making delicious keto cakes and baked goods. Aldi began selling almond flour in the last year and recently added it to their regular line-up!

    10

    Pesto

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    Aldi is the holy grail of low carb pesto as far as I'm concerned. Their traditional pesto comes in at 2 grams of total carbs for a 2 tablespoon serving. Not only that, it tastes amazing.

    11

    Zero Carb Bread

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    You read that right! Aldi is the first major grocer to offer a generic zero carb bread (at least to my knowledge). Aldi tested this item as a temporary product, but due to the overwhelming response, they will be bringing it back as a regular product.

    As of now, it's still a little hard to find and I am sad to say that I haven't been able to get my hands on a loaf yet 🙁 Click the link below to see if it is currently available at your store.

    12

    Specialty Cheeses

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    In addition to standard cheeses, Aldi carries lots of gourmet cheeses that haven't let me down yet. My favorite is the pesto marinated fresh mozzarella, but they also have great feta and brie. They are always adding new and seasonal varieties as well.

    13

    Heavy Whipping Cream

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    Heavy whipping cream can cost a small fortune at many grocery stores and I use it daily in my coffee, plus to make many of my favorite recipes.

    At Aldi, you can get a pint of heavy whipping cream for just $1.79!

    14

    Soybean Pasta

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    Aldi offers several varieties of Soybean pasta which average about 7g of net carbs for a pretty large serving. The taste reminds me of whole-grain pasta and with a price tag of just $3.19 - it's quickly become one of my favorite pasta substitutes.

    15

    Ghee

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    If you are dairy-free then you need Ghee in your life! Aldi now carries ghee by the jar for $7.15

    16

    Sparkling Water

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    If you are a fan of LaCroix then you will love Aldi's Vie unsweetened sparkling water.

    17

    Frozen Riced Cauliflower

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    Riced cauliflower is a staple in our house and buying this frozen cauliflower from Aldi saves me so much time and money.

    18

    Broccoli or Cauliflower Bake

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    These premade side dishes are available in both broccoli or cauliflower varieties and both have just 5 net carbs per serving making them a great addition to any meal!

    19

    Panino Tray

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    These are my kid's favorite snacks, and they are also great to take to parties.

    20

    Meat sticks, Jerky, Biltong

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    Aldi has a great selection of low carb jerky, beef sticks, and even biltong!

    So there you have it! I hope that I convinced you to give Aldi a try! Obviously the price and selection will vary from region to region, but I think that anyone can save money at Aldi. If you go, let me know what you think and if you find any other good deals!

    Let me know your favorite Aldi finds and what I may have missed down in the comments 🙂

    Keto friendly grocery items on the shelves at Aldi with text overlay
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    Comments

    1. Stacy Peterson says

      February 01, 2018 at 3:51 am

      Very helpful article! Now I will return the favor (under Things You Should Pass On #5 Stevia): "I don't NOW about you..."?? No as in huh-uh. It's KNOW. No is the opposite of yes. Now means immediately, right now. Know deals with what's in your mind.

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        February 01, 2018 at 7:22 am

        Thanks so much! I definitely do know the difference between know vs Now, but I must have overlooked it 🙈 I will get it corrected asap!

        Reply
      • Spilling tea says

        June 09, 2018 at 8:24 am

        Are you serious with this comment?! Obviously she just mistyped the word ‘know’ by leaving off the K. And p.s., you were hardly doing her a favor! [insert dramatic eye roll here.]

        Reply
        • Laura says

          June 10, 2018 at 4:43 am

          I agree. I seriously get angry with people who correct grammar. Give me a break! 😂

          Reply
        • Lynn says

          June 30, 2018 at 1:08 am

          That darn spell check does not KNOW the difference. wink wink

          Reply
      • Biclee says

        June 22, 2018 at 12:11 pm

        Thank you for the excellent tips! I'm making an Aldi's list now. As for Madam grammar checker...maybe a lesson in manners for her. Oh well...bless her heart...ahem,.

        Reply
      • john ross says

        December 03, 2018 at 7:23 pm

        yu are a very ungreateful human being. If you nitpick everyon in your lifr like that, id be amazed if you had any real friends.
        just a suggestion, before you say anything (in real life or online) ask yourself 3 questions.
        1. Does this NEED to be said.
        2.Does this NEED to be said by ME.
        3.Does this NEED to be said by ME , NOW.
        if the answer to any of the above is NO, skip saying it. move on, and take pride in becoming a less toxic human being.

        Reply
        • Michelle Karabec says

          April 04, 2020 at 6:46 am

          Lol! I luv this comment!
          ...to the author, I LOVE YOUR ARTICLE! So helpful! Thank you!

          Reply
      • Tina says

        April 19, 2019 at 8:14 am

        No need to be a jerk. The article was very nicely written. One typo, and you're wanting to correct it? Get a life! Maybe get out of your basement and stop trolling on the internet for things to complain about. People like you are just too ignorant to breathe the same air I breathe!

        Reply
      • Shay says

        October 02, 2020 at 11:52 am

        It was a typo, Karen. You definitely weren't returning the favor with that snarky comment. 🙄

        Thanks for the list! I've never shopped at Aldi. I'm headed there NOW though!

        Reply
    2. Erica says

      February 01, 2018 at 1:38 pm

      My aldi cream cheese is only 1c and their ranch is also only 1c compared to even name brands 🙂

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        February 01, 2018 at 1:54 pm

        I'm Jealous!!! I may need to recheck my store!

        Reply
        • Andrea L Thomas says

          February 25, 2019 at 1:47 pm

          The cream cheese I got last week was only 1 total carb per serving! I have become really impressed with Aldi over the years . I feel that their quality has greatly improved!

          Reply
    3. Amy says

      March 09, 2018 at 7:06 am

      Our Aldi's almond milk is 1g carbs. We have Simply Nature Peanut Butter that does not have sugar too. Our cream cheese has 1g carbs. Also our stevia has 0 carbs. Weird how the stores can vary so much.

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        March 09, 2018 at 9:32 am

        That's awesome! I hope that they roll this out everywhere!

        Reply
    4. Liz says

      May 20, 2018 at 8:14 am

      Thanks for the heads up on the cream cheese oops bought it yesterday but will keep on mind for my next purchase
      I've been an aldi fan since they moved into my area about five years ago prices are spectacular in Massachusetts

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        May 20, 2018 at 7:50 pm

        I love aldi too! and don't fret the cream cheese too much, if the price is low enough I will still buy it from time to time Other readers have commented that they have a different formula in their stores so I am hoping that they may be rolling out something new!

        Reply
        • Anita Graner says

          November 04, 2018 at 9:10 am

          I am so happy to know that there are people out there who consider Aldi's and Amazon their favorite suppliers! My neighbors make fun of me because every garbage day has an Amazon Box in it and my kids make tease because when they're not sure where I am they just tell each other mom's at Aldi's. I am new to keto and I am delighted to know where I can find my Foods

          Reply
          • Sabra says

            November 04, 2018 at 1:39 pm

            You are certainly not alone!

            Reply
          • Wendy Wray says

            July 19, 2019 at 1:39 pm

            Nice article and I appreciate you taking the time to put that together. I am a huge Aldi and Amazon fan. I do most of my shopping at one or the other.

            Reply
    5. Charlie Marie says

      May 21, 2018 at 4:49 pm

      Just wanted to post about the peanut butter situation a least at my local Aldi here in Ireland (Castletroy to be exact). I was in the shop last night and found 100% natural PB!!!! 450g for 2 euro 50! This was a first for me but just wanted to let you know they might be rolling out the natural, peanut only PB in your shops in the nearish future! I have tasted it and it is delicious!

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        May 23, 2018 at 11:58 am

        I sure hope so! I will definitely be keeping my eyes peeled for it! Thank you 🙂

        Reply
      • Sabra says

        May 26, 2018 at 9:05 am

        woohoo! my Aldi, now carries an all natural peanut butter! It's a tad pricier then what I have been buying, but definitely worth not having to make a second stop!

        Reply
    6. Larry says

      May 21, 2018 at 9:51 pm

      I found some really good 1/2 sour pickles which I never tried and they were awesome

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        May 23, 2018 at 11:57 am

        I will have to look out for those at my Aldi, thanks for the suggestion!

        Reply
    7. Dana says

      July 29, 2018 at 6:33 pm

      Their heavy whipping cream is an awesome buy. I buy it weekly along with their cottage cheese.

      Reply
    8. Miss C says

      September 03, 2018 at 8:24 am

      What the heck is Aldi?

      Reply
    9. RoseAnn says

      September 07, 2018 at 9:24 pm

      My Aldi sells Philadelphia Cream cheese, and I buy all my dairy products there. Much cheaper than other
      Grocery stores

      Reply
    10. dave says

      September 05, 2019 at 5:47 pm

      Any plans to update this list for 2019?
      If so.. could you include something for a sweet tooth

      Dave
      New Albany

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        September 09, 2019 at 5:59 pm

        Hi Dave! Updating this post has been on my "to-do list" for a while! I'll let you know when it's up 🙂

        Reply
    11. Deb says

      November 26, 2019 at 12:09 pm

      Thanks for this eye opening article. I will definitely be doing more shopping at Aldi now! Just to clarify regarding soy products for ketosis. While they may be low or no carbs soy is inflammatory and one of the biggest benefits of the keto diet is its anti-inflammatory effects.

      Reply
    12. Maggie says

      November 26, 2019 at 2:21 pm

      I've been looking for the low-carb bread to see the contents. I've heard that it has wheat in though which is disappointing because it is definitely not keto...So sad.

      Reply
      • Anita Songin says

        December 27, 2019 at 9:21 am

        Has anyone actually found the zero carb bread???? I am very anxious to try it but unable to find it in the Buffalo area

        Reply
        • Tate1974 says

          January 03, 2020 at 2:11 pm

          Please check out the Omaha Bakery in Omaha Nebraska. They have a Facebook page. They have just recently started shipping their “Oneda” bread and keto donuts. The bread is one carb a slice and the donuts are 4, I believe. It is really good although at times I felt like the bread was a little chewy. Great as toast or grilled cheese! Must refrigerate or freeze as it molds quickly due to no preservatives. Check it out!

          Reply
        • Latoya says

          October 04, 2021 at 6:38 pm

          Aldi has 2 different ZERO carb bread options

          Reply
      • cmon says

        January 03, 2020 at 1:51 pm

        lol

        Reply
    13. Tiffany J. says

      January 02, 2020 at 4:14 pm

      Pepperoni—I add it and some cheese and ranch dressing to my salads And a bag of salad is super cheap there!

      Reply
    14. Elsa says

      January 04, 2020 at 8:30 am

      I was told yesterday by an Aldi employee that the zero carb bread has been discontinued...

      Reply
      • Sheila says

        January 23, 2020 at 5:53 pm

        I bought the Aldi 0 carb bread today. It is good. I put some sharp cheese on it and fried it in butter. Absolutely delicious. I love Aldi. I buy my cucumbers, cauliflower and green peppers and I love the pre-cooked bacon and all the other things mentioned in this article. No matter how you spell Keto it has changed my life and my health. It's been over a year and I have not felt or looked this good since my 20s.

        Reply
      • Patty Lowman says

        February 03, 2020 at 4:37 pm

        Just bought 2 loaves today at Aldi in Hickory, NC.

        Reply
      • Michelle Karabec says

        April 04, 2020 at 6:52 am

        I found it in southern Illinois this week at my aldi! It is delicious!

        Reply
      • Tracy says

        May 20, 2020 at 7:54 pm

        Bought some yesterday and it is not bad
        Indiana here 🤗

        Reply
    15. Nathalie says

      July 14, 2020 at 7:30 am

      I saw keto ice cream there

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        July 25, 2020 at 10:31 pm

        This is BIG news! Thanks for sharing 🙂

        Reply
    16. Brother Joseph says

      March 08, 2021 at 1:26 am

      Thank you! Your list helped me a lot!

      Reply
    17. littlebigteeth says

      September 18, 2021 at 9:54 pm

      I love the coconut almond milk it is 45 cal. with o carbs. It is amazing in smoothies.

      Reply
      • Sabra says

        September 19, 2021 at 4:53 pm

        OOohh that sounds great! Thanks 🙂

        Reply
    18. MaryAnn O Diesburg says

      November 06, 2021 at 4:11 pm

      I've been shopping at Aldi since 1986 and I love their stores. We buy the Keto bread all the time. My husband likes the white keto bread. I actually buy the protein bread. It is a very dark bread with lots of different nuts and seeds in it. One tip is always keep it refrigerated and it will last a lot longer, especially if you don't eat a lot of bread.

      Reply

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