I work 70 hours a week. I get these 11 groceries at Trader Joe's when I don't have the time or energy to cook.

As a busy professional working 70 hours a week, I love quick, easy meals from Trader Joe's.Tracy AbiakaI work 70 hours a week and often don't have the time or energy to prepare meals.Trader Joe's selection of ready-to-eat and frozen meals are a lifesaver.I love the brand's fiery chicken vindaloo and salted edamame.Between my remote role in financial services and freelance jobs, I spend about 70 hours working each week. So, I often have limited time and energy for cooking meals.Thankfully, I've been shopping at Trader Joe's for five years and love the brand's wide range of pre-prepared and frozen foods.Low-calorie, high-protein meals that only require a microwave or a bowl are always in my cart. They help get me through the week without spending too much time prepping or money ordering takeout. I usually spend about $70 a week on groceries at Trader Joe's. From salads and internationally inspired fare to sweet treats, here are some of my top workweek picks.Trader Joe's lemony arugula basil salad kit comes ready to eat.I like the pungent taste of the arugula.Tracy AbiakaThis zesty salad includes arugula, shaved carrots, almonds, Parmesan cheese, and basil lemon dressing for a light, healthy meal.Simply dump the ingredients into a bowl, and it's ready to eat.I love the vegan pad see ew.Trader Joe's pad see ew tastes like I could've ordered it at a Thai restaurant.Tracy AbiakaTrader Joe's pad see ew is a vegan take on the popular rice noodle dish.Stir-fried with carrots, broccoli, tofu, and soy sauce, it's richly flavored and arguably tastes close to what I'd order from a Thai restaurant.Trader Joe's chicken shawarma bowl keeps me full for hours.I consider Trader Joe's chicken shawarma bowl my power bowl.Tracy AbiakaWith 400 calories, 20 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber, Trader Joe's chicken shawarma bowl is my power meal that keeps me full and energized for hours.Although nothing truly beats the taste of chicken over rice from a halal truck, this is certainly a decent alternative.I love all the nutrients I get from the broccoli slaw and kale salad.I like that this salad can be eaten directly from the container.Tracy AbiakaI swear by Trader Joe's broccoli slaw and kale salad. With shredded cabbage and carrots, it's got a heap of micronutrients. Plus, there are healthy fats from the sunflower seeds and protein from the chicken.Dried cranberries and a sweet and spicy dressing give the salad a nice tang, too.One of my favorite meals is the lamb vindaloo.Trader Joe's lamb vindaloo isn't too spicy for me.Tracy AbiakaTrader Joe's delivers with its line of Indian-inspired microwaveable meals. One of my favorites is the lamb vindaloo.The tender lamb chunks simmered in curry sauce are a treat to the palate; they're savory and nicely spiced, but not spicy.I'm also a huge fan of the fiery chicken vindaloo, which packs a punch with its spicy sauce.Trader Joe's spicy chicken vindaloo can be found in the frozen section.Tracy AbiakaI also like to grab the spicy chicken vindaloo, which is served on a bed of turmeric rice.Unlike its lamb counterpart, this one is no joke when it comes to spice. I think it lives up to its name with a very spicy, yet flavorful sauce. Still, it's delicious. The garlic shiitake green beans are the perfect side dish.Green beans help keep me full.Tracy AbiakaSmothered in garlic and mushroom sauce, these green beans are a great accompaniment to most meals.I like that they add to my daily serving of vegetables and have a fiber count substantial enough to curb my hunger. Trader Joe's spicy lentil wrap is great for a snack or meal.I pair Trader Joe's spicy lentil wrap with fruit or a salad to make a full meal.Tracy AbiakaI like to enjoy the brand's spicy lentil wrap as a quick snack, but sometimes I'll pair it with fruit or a salad to make a meal.My only gripe is that there's too much tortilla for the amount of filling, but the lentils and tahini sauce taste wonderful.I love snacking on popcorn with extra virgin olive oil.The popcorn isn't overly salted.Tracy AbiakaTossed in olive oil and sea salt, Trader Joe's organic popcorn with extra-virgin olive oil is my go-to snack.It's delightful and crunchy, not oily or overly salty, and it helps holdd me over until my next meal.Salted edamame is another tried-and-true snack option.I like to spice up my edamame from Trader Joe's with olive oil and black pepper.Tracy AbiakaI like snacking on edamame for some extra protein, fiber, and nutrients. Trader Joe's frozen salted edamame has a nice flavor. I also drizzle olive oil and black pepper on it for an added kick.The dark-chocolate peanut-butter cups are one of my favorite sweet treats.The dark-chocolate peanut-butter cups come in 16-ounce containers.Tracy AbiakaRich, smooth, and decadent, Trader Joe's mini dark-chocolate peanut-butter cups are my favorite mood boosters for stressful moments.Just one velvety morsel is enough to temporarily calm my nerves and satisfy my sweet tooth. Plus, the tiny size of each chocolate makes it easier for me to monitor my servings.Read the original article on Business Insider

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