EXTREME BUDGET HEALTHY DOLLAR TREE GROCERY HAUL | Frugal Fit Mom
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- I went to Dollar Tree to see if they had any healthy foods at all. I was pleasantly surprised but the selection and happy to find some good options as a cheaper store.
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Quinoa
Beans and rice, rice and beans
Himalayan Pink Salt
All Spices
Canned Veggies
Canned Tuna and Chicken
Shelf Stable Milk
1 lb grits
Granola
Almond Milk
Pickles, Olives, Garlic, Hot Sauce, Mustard
Achiote
Fruit Trail Mix
Frozen Fish
Frozen Fruit and Veggies
Bacon and Cheese
Oh Snap Pickles
Harvest Snaps, Whisps
Freeze Dried Bananas
Nut and Fruit Blend
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I really enjoy it when you talk about nutrition aspect along with value for money. Sometimes I am less interested when people are just about ‘how much I can get for $1’ vs how much quality I can get for a dollar. Thanks for sharing 🥰
Hi Cristine! I work for dollar tree, and our prices have been 1.25 here since the beginning of December. (I'm from California just in case that matters lol) but I can tell you even though the prices have changed they are bringing in a lot more quality items, items we never used to carry before, more seasonal items and so on and so forth. It still has value in many different departments. But ofcourse just like any store shopping around is always a good idea. Different stores have different prices and that's just how the competitive world of retail works. Dollar tree is also sister stores with dollar general. And atleast here in my state they have never had 1$ items so I wouldn't say that they are necessarily better. Employees also do not get any kind of discount for working there. So we are in the same boat as all the customers. And in the way the world is now for anyone reading this, please be kind to your local retail workers. We are short staffed everywhere and doing the best we can. 🖤 I hope you have a lovely day, stay safe and I hope I was able to pass on some good information! P.S. jokes about the name change have gotten so old so fast 😂
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I'm sorry to hear you're upset. It's not an easy transition for anyone. Especially those who live on tight budgets as it is. But we are very lucky the corporation decided on only a 0.25$ increase instead of a dollar. Which they very well could have done. Unfortunately the new norm for the world is steadily increasing prices... It was only a matter of time until it effected the dollar stores too. :(
Motel 6, was named that for a reason... a looking time ago.
$1.25 in NY as well. Nothing like 25% inflation.
I also have worked retail for a billion years. Thank you for your comment. In Florida we are also very understaffed. And I work two jobs. I work in a restaurant as well. I've not had a day off in 17 days now. It's rough and customers sometimes make my day and can even put a smile on my face. But these days I've had a few customers who have ruined it for me. We really are doing our best and sometimes working more hours than is healthy. Please be kind to everyone. Its a different time we live in. And if you are looking for jobs they are everywhere. Please apply
Scrolling through TH-cam for someone to watch/listen to while I fold laundry. As soon as I see your video, I stop scrolling because Christine will always entertain me while I do mundane chores. You will make me want to cook, hike, have fun with my family and say words like "doob-lee-do" 😂 Thanks for always brightening my day! 😁
I know some people will balk at salmon from the dollar tree or certain other food items. But, if someone has to stick to a strict budget for whatever reason, it's a better option than many other things. No one said Dollar Tree was the equivalent of Trader Joe's or Whole Foods
I have bought the Dollar Tree salmon; it was pretty good for frozen. I will buy it again. I liked that it is the perfect portion size for my daughter and I, (I get a package for each of us). And if my daughter, (15 years old) wants salmon for dinner and I don't or vice versa, you are not thawing out a big piece of salmon that could go to waste. Our local dollar tree has gone up to $1.25.
The Dollar Tree in my town has been really helpful on the economic side of things. Spices, and dried pastas are easy to grab. It also helps when you just want to get in and out and not hit Walmart.
When I ate carbs, two things I only got there were panko bread crumbs and Columbia brand egg noodles. Less than half the price for literally the same thing at Target or Jewel.
You can use a brown lunch paper bag for popping kernels. 1/4 cup per bag. Fold well and micro for 2-3 min. Or until they begin to slow pop. Remove and flavor as you like.
Yes! Great reminder 😘
This works so well, so you can have a fresh hot snack whenever you like. Super economical too.
You can use a microwave safe bowl & plate instead of brown paper bag, as well. 😊
I've done this for years!
Thank you for this, and thank you for the plug for food pantries. I used to work at one, and recently our employment situation has made it necessary for us to use that service. I am really grateful for those who donate food so that people in need can have healthy options. I was really humbled by receiving fresh produce and other foods that have nourished my family while we work to get back on our feet again. There really is no shame in seeking help when you need it.
Bless you
Jamie I sincerely hope things are getting better for you and your family. I am so grateful that you and your family were able to get the help you needed. It is heartbreaking to me that as one of the wealthiest countries in the world we still have a need for food pantries. We need to do better with helping our neighbors.
My grandfather saw the need in my community when I was young. He started a program with other local farmers to donate their fresh fruit, veggies, milk and eggs along with a certain amount of cows, chickens and hogs to be butchered to help those in need. He also teamed up with local hunters and during deer season they would donate the deer they killed to be processed and used to feed our community. It meant so much to me and knowing he’s been gone almost 25 years but the community keeps his legacy alive by continuing his work warms my heart. None of us in the community had much but we all gave what we could and nobody went hungry. We even made deliveries to elderly, disabled and people without transportation, nobody was left out if we knew there was a need. No questions, no hassle, it was an honor system and with it being such a small town we all knew who truly needed it.
@@kristyb5821 That's amazing! What a beautiful gift and legacy. That's what it really means to be a community. Thank you for sharing.
@@melissavazquez2953 Thank you!
@@kristyb5821 And things are getting better for us. We've been able now to start bringing in some income. I have every hope that soon we'll be back on our feet. ♥️
The frozen mango is great snack! No additional ingredients. Already chopped ready to eat. $1 for 14ounces. I love your videos. Thank you!
@Texas Laulie sounds delicious.
As someone new to the USA, I really appreciate all your dollartree videos. American dollar stores are surprisingly different from Canadian dollar stores. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
You are so welcome!
Yeah it is so disappointing to get excited about videos like this and then remember that Canadian dollar stores are pretty lame when it comes to food
@@lindsaysaurus I agree. For food items the Canadian dollar stores are pretty lame, but they have some great household and craft items
@@lindsaysaurus agree as well. I still can’t believe the variety and prices they get in the US. Although they have about 300 more million people living there si economies of scale make sense…still would be nice to have more options here in Canada.
The biggest CONGRATULATIONS to you on 400k!! So happy for you. You deserve way more. Love watching you.
Thank you!
@@FrugalFitMom you're welcome.
Canned potatoes can be very tasty! Rinse them off with some cold water, toss them in a frying pan with oil and spices and get the edges crispy!
Thank you for adding comments about pantries. They are a critical resource and we need to decrease shame in regards to them…specifically for seniors.
I live in the panhandle of Florida and the price is $1.25 now. Congrats on 400,000. You deserve it, you're so real and funny, very entertaining.
I am Australia and in America everything seems so unhealthy and sugar laden. I love how you show the healthy stuff. So many people over there must really benefit from your tips 👍
I bought those pop corners for the first time the other day and I think they are my new favorite thing. So good.
They are so life changing!
They are sooo addicting! 😬
@@FrugalFitMom I had to stop buying them because I was flying through them. 🤣 They did go over well with quick snacks while I was at work though so that was nice.
@@AFWif312 I've been having trouble finding them this last week but when I do get them, they're gone in about an hour lol
East TEXAS here!
Yes our $ Store is $1.25 since December for most of the Products.
LOL!
I am more "frugal" now when I shop at the $ Tree.
Congratulations on 400 000!
God bless you all.
This is so helpful for people who live in areas with limited grocery options. I too like the focus on nutrition and quality. Excellent video!
I LOVE that sazon seasoning!!! I get it in the mexican section at Walmart a huge box of 36 packets for $3
congratulations yday for the 400 k followers!!! I love dollar store hauls, we don't even have one in Italy haahahhaha. this will be fun
Thank you so much!!
My mom called me this morning complaining about the price increase at our local Dollar Tree - She's 77 and REALLY shops the sales so she's not happy! We are just west of Atlanta, GA.
Here in Florida, all of the Dollar Trees I have been to have increased their prices to $1.25. And on a side note, bacon is health food. 🥓🥓🥓 😊
Noted, I will put bacon in my health food list!! ;)
Maybe bacon can improve canned potatoes.
Bacon is a class 1 carcinogen...
Great informative video Christine! Low cost healthy food. No person should go hungry or eat all cheap junk. You’ve shown there are better choices on a small budget! Thank you
I am extremely lucky to have great grocery stores within a 15 minute drive of my house. That was not always the case. One of my favorite resources for healthy non perishable food is Vitacost.
And just like that you’re already at 501,000 followers! 1 million will be right around the corner 😀
I live here in Northern California and yes our DT has been a dollar twenty five since the second week of December I think its not a big deal but yes I'm sure to others it is after all these years it was inevitable .We also have a 99 cent only which is only a few 99 cent things left but for months both stores the shelfs have been bare !! But the 99 cent store has fabulous fresh produce for 99 cents awesome !
I live in NorCal too and I lost interest in the 99 Cent Only store when ours started adding in the more costly products. Its basically a Dollar General now (but ours is wayyy trashy compared to DG 😂).
There are definitely some good options at dollar tree. 🎊 Congratulations on hitting 400k 🎉 yesterday!! So awesome!! Love this channel!!! 💜
The Dollar Tree in Rockwall Texas has $1, $1.25, and items up to $5.00 in special sections. Love this store.
Last I checked, in Oklahoma City, most Dollar Trees are still $1 for everything. One store I’ve noticed has a dollar+ section where there are newer types of items they didn’t have before that are $3 or $5. I got a 4 foot Christmas tree there for $5 that I was so excited about for my apartment! But even then, 80% of the store is still $1.
We have tried the almond milk from DT. The plain unsweetened one is hard to find but it works great for cooking. The sweetened vanilla one , my kids found it to be to sweet. We typically get the shelf stable vanilla almond milk unsweetened from the silk brand. My kids live that one !!
Congrats on your 400k Christine and family 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Love your content, overall very helpful. Thank you for sharing 💕
Thank you so much!!
Dollar Tree has the best deal for quinoa that I have ever seen. Use it in everything ya'll: with Rice, in breakfast bowls, in granola, the options are endless. Great source if protein and fiber 🙌❤
I recently found your channel and have enjoyed watching you! I'm in Utah and our Dollar Tree is still $1. We're good friends with a few managers at different locations around the Salt Lake area and they've said they plan to raise prices around March/April. We're doing under 40g carbs/day, so we don't get a whole lot there. We do love the pork rinds, bottled olives, riced cauliflower, bacon, and block cheese. When I have a "treat", I splurge on their Jennifer's Garden Spring Rolls. I LOVE them!
In the northeast every store has the Goya Sazon. We use it in so many Hispanic dishes. Mostly Puerto Rican and Dominican in this area.
Canadian here... has been $1.25 for as long as I can remember now and most of our stores actually are $1+ stores so nothing is a single dollar anymore. If I see good food items I will usually use my regular grocery stores app on my phone to scan the barcode and compare prices. Sometimes $1 store is the better price and sometimes grocery store is better.
Our Dollar Tree is still $1.00 here in Central Kentucky. It has refrigerated and frozen sections, so I stop by for fresh eggs, frozen veggies, rice, beans, pasta, canned tomatoes, canned salmon and bottled water.
Yeah, I've never seen a $ store with those kinds of options. Kudos and congrats that you have such options.
Love the Healthy Dollar Tree Grocery Haul 😊
The Dollarama in Canada sells some similar products to the Dollar Tree but a bag of rice or beans is typically $2 for about 1.5 lbs and most of the dry food aisle is between $1.50- $4.00.
We (Canadians) definitely don’t get the deals they get in the US 😭
Yeah and no fresh or frozen products either. There is a dollar tree in my are but they don’t have food other than candy
@@ektom90 My local store just started carrying sandwich bread on occasion but the only refrigerated items are energy drinks.
In Wisconsin we have Kwik trip gas stations which have a variety fresh fruits and salad options that are the same price or even cheaper than a grocery store.
I love this video teaching people the healthier options at dollar tree!
Those Pop Corners are amazing! We got several bags for free out our discount grocery store (sort of a gift with purchase) and I devoured them.
My dollar tree always has lots of plant based foods: refried beans, loma Linda meals, brown rice packs, oatmeal, low sodium canned veggies. It’s still a dollar here and I’ve been stocking up.
Canned potatoes, canned carrots, sunflower seeds, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, vinegar or lemon juice, and some broth can be turned into an amazing cheese sauce
D.T. is def at the top of the $$ store pyramid. Good content. Danke!
Thank you, Christine, for giving your viewers great ideas about shopping healthy at the Dollar Tree. And, your right. In a small town, it's may be your only option 🤗🌻
The last time I went to one of my local Dollar Tree stores before Christmas, it was still a $1. I have found some pretty good canned fruit that had no high fructose corn syrup in them. And I have seen some pretty good other canned food items that were not loaded with a ton of bad stuff. I love your shopping videos and your family. You all are hilarious and have so much fun together.
I live in Hampton Roads VA. Our Dollar Tree prices are $1.25 now. I was bummed but it is still my favorite Dollar store.
We visited our house in Florida over the holidays and all the dollar stores were more than a dollar. It's still a brilliant store if you know what you are looking for. The cleaning products are amazing, magic sponges, all zip lock bags, kitchen utensils, frozen spring rolls, pommes salt and pepper thingie (Can't remember the name of it but it's great), panko bread crumbs, the birthday present bags are great and aluminium foil. Denise from Germany checking out. Xx
We like the boxed almond and regular, definitely keep in emergency food and use regularly
We don’t even have a dollar tree type of store here in the Philippines, but I love watching your videos! Sending hugs 🤗
I used to live in a place that you have to drive close to 30 min. over the mountain in order to get to anything except a stripped down high priced gas station & a restaurant that served down home cooking including fried, gravy loaded meals. Lovely place but glad I live closer stores that I can get good food.
Look how pretty that even number looks!!!!
I had no idea dollar tree had quinoa! I use that in my chicken soup. I will have to look for that thank you ❤️
Thanks Christine, I love your Dollar Tree videos! I actually just got back from my local store! My Dollar Tree in Minnesota is still a dollar. I buy the shelf stable milk and like you, I always pick some up! I'm not a huge milk drinker. But occasionally I need milk for recipes or tomato soup and like to have it on hand. I have used the almond milk for smoothies and I can't tell the difference between the $1 milk and the $4 milk from other stores. I also bought frozen veg blends and frozen fruit for smoothies today.
In Southern California we have a dollar store called the 99 Cent Store. They have a ton of fresh veggies as well as pretty much everything you had at your dollar tree 👍🏼
I love canned potatoes!! I fry them in a little butter and add paprika and parsley and serve as a side for breakfast.
Our two local Dollar Trees are still a $1. One of the items I’ve been surprisingly impressed with is their egg rolls. I’m not really a fan of egg rolls in general because they are always so greasy. These cook up great, although not grease free they are nothing like what I’ve had at restaurants. We dip them in sweet chili sauce, yummy!!!
I will have to try them on a week that, I am not KETO.
I like them too!
Oh wow I just bought that sweet Chilli sauce today at family dollar price hasn’t changed in it there yet..I love their spring rolls I’ll have to try them with that sauce!
I keep the boxed milk on hand for times when we happen to run out of milk before anticipated. Just a box or two usually sees us through to my next grocery run and keeps me from overpaying at the little local store. All 'real' grocery stores are 20+ minutes away so my options are overpay locally, go without, or use thew backup boxed milk.
Our little town got a Family Dollar/Dollar Tree in October. I prefer it to our Dollar General. There is a refrigerated section in my store. It's nice having the option to go there instead of driving through town to the grocery store on the other end of town.
Grains are seed of the grass family. Such as wheat, corn and oats and more. Some places they call them cereal. Thay form a seed head while other plants make a fruit to develop their seed such as a tomato. I enjoy your videos I hope this answer the question you asked.
I just found your channel this week and I’m addicted! Thanks for all the awesome recipes and tips.
P.S. my store here in Ohio still $1 for everything as well!
Happy Fitness Friday. 😊 I seriously cannot stop binge watching your videos.
Yay! Thank you!
I really enjoyed this video of you showing what people can purchase that's not only affordable, but also nutritional, too. I also appreciate at the end of the video how you let people know how/where to get help if they need it and, more importantly, to not feel the stigma of needing help. It's easy to say, look here or go there, but you showing your viewers is the extra step some people need to help themselves. Thank you.
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I live in California, and I have heard our DT prices have increased. I did notice that the online prices have now increased, I believe effective February 1st.
The almond milk at the dollar tree is great! It tastes the same as the name brand unsweetened almond milks, and is a WAY better deal! On Amazon (where I bought it before) I was paying $12 for 6 cartons the same size, so would definitely recommend getting almond milk at the dollar tree👍🏻
How long before it expires?
I agree, it's very good. I always buy several of the unsweetened almond milk when I see it.
I drink the 2% milk. It's very good. Exp date is 5 months or so.
i agree it is.
My Dollar Tree in Southport NC has made the price change sometime between the beginning of December and mid January. I honestly am surprised Dollar Tree as a whole waited so long to make the increase. I feel like over the last few years they've started carrying better products and offering more. Even at $1.25 most things are still well worth it. On the other side of that there were things at $1 a piece that I didn't find worth it so it's just really all about your own judgement.
I buy the boxed milk. I like that they don't have added hormones and they last so much longer. I buy them by the case. Best item at the Dollar Store.
I love these frugal fit videos. I am trying to live a more frugal life and I find your videos very helpful.
Gene Autry Oklahoma (near Gainesville TX) still $1 at Dollar Tree. I have a granddaughter who lives with us that struggles with eating due to her ADHD meds. We buy the protein bags of nuts like you showed and they are great to get her some extra calories and nutrition. Walmart and Homeland shelves are sparce for product....Dollar Tree says the have the products but not enough employees so stocking is a little slower there..however, our crew is great and if you ask if they have something in the back they will go check for it.
My daughter struggled with eating like that, and we figured out the doseage of her meds was too high. Lower dose gave adequate assistance and didn't affect eating as much. Also less crash later in the day.
Nice!! Great way to incorporate foods into frugal fitness Friday!! It only makes sense Christine 💜Off to go buy some PopCorners! The bigger question is hoooow did I never try these?!!!!
I'm in northwest Indiana and our stores are $1.25 but it's still a great deal. Yes, if you need help with food check out your local Church! ❤️
Yes here in southern Oregon, they have raised to 1.25$ .......and even at that , in this area is still a best buy
We loved your suggestion about the egg rolls in previous videos
They are so good!! Love them in the air fryer!!
Thank you for the tip on rinsing quinoa because I made it once wanting to like it and I did not lol. I’ll try it and see if I like it more!!
Same here..it was quite gross when I tried it.
@@VL-gs2wr I was really disappointed. I tried everything I could think of. No amount of seasoning helped either😩
Me too!!
Your dollar tree has so many more options! Our refrigerated section is mostly junk, unfortunately. Love these videos!
I LOVE DOLLAR TREE!! We need to start a support group!!! LOL
I would never get food from dollar tree but then I came across your videos and you were getting food on a $10 budget. You got me hooked on the spring rolls. Thank you so much for your videos 👏
I always tell my husband beans are delicious now and fun for later lol.😂
Thank you ! The info you gave and your ideas will help a bunch of people !
You’re always so considerate with your videos. I love it how grounded you are.
Almost nothing has been a dollar in our dollar stores in Canada for a really long time. Candy is still a dollar but you can pay up to $4 for something.
Lindsay in Ontario 🇨🇦
Love this video! I'm always looking for thrifty healthy options...and here in Monroe, LA our $ Tree stores are still $1 other than maybe one which has an area with higher priced items.
Oh my goodness, I'm from the Monroe area too. That is so cool!
@@christinagrubbs4830 it is!! Small world lol!
Scratch that...the prices have gone up 🤷♀️
@@angelstinebott womp womp. Headed there today.
Live in California and yes 1$25
I live also behind Trader Joe’s /Sprouts and Vons.
I have plenty of options but I love you went over to find more fulfilling and healthier option :)
Finally somebody else noticed those rock hard peas!
If you toast your quinoa in a dry pan before cooking or rinsing, it gives it a nutty flavour and crunch. I toast it for 5-10 minutes, rinse it for ten seconds and then cook with rice as normal. It is so good.
For those of you who are experiencing really expensive eggs go to dollar tree. If you don't see the eggs in the cooler ask the cashier. My dollar tree has to keep them in the back to prevent other stores from buying them all and then reselling them at a mark up.
Also, dollar tree also gets in seaweed (3 packs for a $1), pesto, whole wheat pasta, turkey bacon, turkey sausage, and other healthy options. My biggest advise though is go slow when you are there because you never know what is going to be available.
Every dollar tree sells different items so if you find an item you like make a list then order it online and have it shipped to the store. Yes, some items you have to order a case but other items you can order smaller quantities.
The dollar trees in southeastern Wisconsin went up to 1.25 a week ago. I stopped by one yesterday and noticed that they had new stuff and things that I had not seen in a while.
This video was so helpful. Glad to know there are some healthy options to choose from. I know I'll be picking up and shelf stable milk for sure.
Great finds, than you so much for this video! Yes, our Dollar Store in NC has been $1.25 for a few months now...
I live in Ormond Beach Florida and they started raising the prices to $1.25 in some of the Dollar Trees in December 2021, then all of them in January 2022 have converted.
Boy ! Your store is really stocked up.❤️
I finally bought the Pop Corners & you were right about those!! They are SO GOOD!!!
Utah. Still a dollar. The manager told me that it's coming soon but they are just doing so many stores at a time so the people in charge can support the ones going through the transition without being overwhelmed.
Pine City, MN Dollar Tree is still $1.00. One of my favorite things is the Donald Duck orange juice 20 oz in the cooler section. Really good tasting orange juice in a convenient size for travel, lunches, etc...
Thanks for showing the healthy side of dollar tree. In Florida the prices are up to $1.25. I love their freeze dried fruit! It's a great deal if you can find it. The shelf stable Almond milk is a great one too. Have a beautiful day❤️
Great 👍 video !!! Thanks for sharing with us !!! Congratulations hitting that mark !!!
lentils in a crock pot...then add a can of cream of onion soup...yummy!!
Delaware and our Dollar Tree is $1.25 now. Your store is much bigger than ours and we have no refrigerator section. Thanks for all the healthy options. Coconut rolls are a healthy option too.
Queen creek Arizona just implemented $1.25 on everything today.
There were only 2 employees in the entire store. The supervised and an older lady who was watching the self checkouts while the supervisor lunched.
What great finds!
Southeast Michigan, our prices were raised about two weeks ago. Love using the Sante Fe blend to make a mexican style tortilla soup too. Great video.