Whole30 Approved Products I Love

Starting your first Whole30 can feel overwhelming. Wandering the grocery aisles and picking up package after package only to discover none are compliant is discouraging. The good news: you can eat a lot, and as you become comfortable reading labels you’ll find many products that are both Whole30-compliant and delicious. Below is a curated list of condiments, cooking fats, pantry staples, and other essentials I keep on hand. These are items I regularly use and recommend for making Whole30 cooking easier and more enjoyable.

Big Tree Farms Coconut Aminos — Coconut aminos are my go-to substitute for soy sauce. On their own they can be a bit sweeter and lack some of the salty umami, so I often combine them with a dash of premium fish sauce for depth. Used together they make stir-fries and Asian-inspired dishes taste rich and satisfying without soy.

Toasted Sesame Oil — Toasted sesame oil adds a wonderful nutty finish to stir-fries and dressings. Most brands are compliant and a little goes a long way for flavor.

Thai Kitchens Coconut Milk and Red/Green Curry Paste — Keeping coconut milk and curry paste on hand makes whipping up a quick Thai-inspired meal simple. They’re staples for curries, soups, and creamy one-pan dishes that are both fast and flavorful.

Crazy Richard’s Almond Butter — This almond butter stays creamy and is made from a single ingredient: almonds. It’s perfect with fruit, drizzled over roasted sweet potatoes, or used to add richness to sauces like in panang curry.

Crazy Richard’s Cashew Butter — Another simple, creamy nut butter I use for snacking and cooking. Both the almond and cashew varieties are versatile and reliably compliant.

Rao’s Homemade Marinara — Rao’s is my favorite jarred marinara when I need a quick, authentic tomato sauce. I often brown ground turkey or beef, stir in a small jar of Rao’s, and serve it over spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper and a squeeze of lemon.

Epic Duck Fat — Duck fat is a flavorful cooking fat that elevates roasted vegetables and potatoes. It adds a savory richness that turns everyday sides into memorable dishes.

Fourth & Heart Ghee — Ghee is a great high-heat cooking fat, and this brand offers a variety of flavored options—truffle, vanilla, Himalayan salt, and garlic—that are handy for adding a finishing touch to many meals.

Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Spray — Finding a compliant cooking spray can be tricky; avocado oil spray is wonderful for preventing sticking, spraying vegetables before roasting, and lightly coating pans for sautéing.

Seggiano Balsamic Vinegar — A good sulfite-free balsamic is rare. I use a lighter, runnier balsamic for dressings and a thicker, naturally reduced version for drizzling over roasted vegetables and proteins.

Joe T. Garcia’s Medium Salsa — If you like salsa with a kick, a fresh medium salsa is great for topping taco salads, lettuce wraps, or as a simple condiment. I prefer the medium heat; the hottest varieties can be overpowering.

Mina Harissa — Harissa adds smoky spice to proteins, vegetables, and breakfast dishes like shakshuka. It’s also great in bold, spicy recipes such as shrimp lettuce wraps.

Frontera Jalapeño–Cilantro Salsa — Another excellent salsa choice for tacos, salads, or as a vibrant topping that brightens up simple meals.

505 Southwestern Roasted Hatch Green Chiles — These jarred roasted chiles save time and taste close to fresh. I use them in green chile stew, slow-cooked pork, and to add instant depth to winter soups.

Primal Kitchen Greek Dressing — A reliable, compliant dressing that makes quick work of a Greek salad. It pairs especially well with pan-roasted chicken thighs for an easy weeknight meal.

Tessemae’s Creamy Ranch — A creamy, compliant ranch dressing is indispensable for dipping raw vegetables or dressing a salad when you want that familiar comfort-food flavor.

Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Mayo (and Chipotle‑Lime) — I enjoy making homemade mayo, but having ready-made avocado oil mayo on hand is clutch for quick aiolis, dressings, and chicken or tuna salads. The chipotle-lime variety adds a smoky, zesty kick for burgers and bowls.

Imagine Organic Free-Range Chicken Broth — A clean, flavorful broth is essential for soups and many recipes; I keep a few cartons stocked for convenience and depth of flavor.

Arrowroot Starch/Flour — Arrowroot is my preferred Whole30-compliant thickener for sauces, gravies, and Asian glazes. It works well as a cornstarch substitute to create glossy, silky sauces.

Almond Flour — For breading and creating crispy textures, unblanched almond flour performs best in my experience. It won’t mimic traditional fried textures exactly, but it provides a satisfying, flavorful crust for many dishes.

Frontier Co-op Adobo Seasoning — While I often blend my own spices, this adobo seasoning is a favorite shortcut. It seasons grilled chicken, pan-seared fish, and ground meats for tacos or bowls with dependable flavor.

These pantry staples and condiments have helped me keep meals varied, flavorful, and firmly within Whole30 guidelines. As you learn to read labels and experiment with combinations, you’ll find your own must-have brands and flavor pairings. What are your favorite compliant products? I’d love to hear which items you rely on in the comments.