It’s no secret that Trader Joe’s regularly garners praise for itsfrozen food selection.

However, life gets busy, and sometimes, even a microwaveable meal isn’t quick enough.

That’s when Trader Joe’s grab-and-go options become particularly enticing.

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These are ready-to-eatas opposed toready-to-heat.

So, all you better do is initiate the package and enjoyno preparation required.

Fast, convenient, and cheap, these grab-and-go offerings can be a lifesaver for busy shoppers.

package of trader joe’s classic greek salad

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Here are the best fresh, grab-and-go foods you’ll find at Trader Joe’s right now.

Classic Greek Salad

For something simple yet classic, Trader Joe’s offers a packaged Greek salad.

For the final touch, there’s a packet of red wine vinaigrette.

trader joe’s green goddess salad

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Among the many fans of this salad, some shoppers have highlighted their favorite ingredients within it.

“That vinaigrette in the Greek salad is soooooo good.

I wish they sold it separately.

package of trader joe’s sesame miso salad with salmon

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I’d buy so much more produce to make my own salads lol,” one fanwrote.

It’s then topped with blackened chicken thigh meat and crispy puffed red rice.

Sounds like the perfect grab-and-go lunch if you ask us.

trader joe’s field fresh chopped salad with grilled white chicken

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Since launching during the fall of 2023, this item has garnered many positive reviews from shoppers.

“This [salad] has a great balance.

Probably appeals more to those who enjoy lighter fare.

trader joe’s chicken pesto wrap with pesto vinaigrette

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I would totally get it again,” one Redditorwrote.

I need them to just bottle it at this point!"

Once again, the sauce makes the meal.

trader joe’s lemon basil pasta salad

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Some fans love this vinaigrette so much, they’ve inquired about buying it separately.

“Seriously, this stuff might be the best thing I’ve ever tasted.

I want to drink bottles of it and pour it on everything!”

Spicy Lentil Wrap at Trader Joe’s

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Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

Calling all lemon fans!

“Spicy Lentil Wrap absolutely slaps,” one Reddit userwrote.

“I add a little Sriracha to give it a kick.”

Crunchy Slaw Salad at Trader Joe’s

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Oh, and the spicy red pepper dressing?

You’ll want to swim in it (with your mouth open).

How good, exactly?

trader joe’s lemon chicken & arugula salad

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“I’m a vegetarian, but I cheat with that sandwich,“one TJ’swrote.

If that’s not a testament, we don’t know what is.

This story has been updated to include additional entries, updated information, copyedits, and fact-checking.

trader joe’s turkey apple cheddar sandwich

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