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Welcome to real food! This authentic paleo recipe brings you back to the basics of human nutrition—whole, unprocessed ingredients that our ancestors would recognize. If you’re following a paleo lifestyle, managing inflammation, avoiding grains and dairy, or simply seeking cleaner eating habits, this recipe is your perfect companion. No processed junk, no refined sugars, no grains—just pure, nourishing food that fuels your body the way nature intended!
🌿 Why This Paleo Recipe Works
On today’s episode of Live Lean TV, I’m sharing all the items from our recent big Paleo Costco grocery food haul to lose weight and build muscle.
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Who loves grocery shopping day? We just got back from a big Costco grocery shopping trip that should last us a while.
Having access to healthy meals and snacks throughout the day is so important to Living Lean. That’s why we love it when our house and fridge is fully stocked with healthy and delicious foods.
Does Costco Have Decent Organic And Paleo Food Options?
Note: This is NOT a paid endorsement or sponsored video for Costco.
Before I get bombarded with comments from “paleo purest” about supporting local farmers for paleo food, I’m a realist. Most people can’t afford the time or the cost of visiting local food producers for all of their food needs. If you can, then yes, eating local is a more paleo friendly option, than grocery shopping at Costco.
Does this mean you can’t follow a “Paleo” style way of eating if you shop at Costco? Absolutely not. Living Lean is about progress, not perfection.
This is why I wanted to put Costco to the paleo test. In particular, I wanted to see if you could buy decent organic paleo-friendly foods, at reasonable prices, all under one roof.
Paleo Costco Grocery Food Haul
Here’s all the foods we picked up that we normally eat throughout the week:
Fruit And Vegetables:
– Onions (we like to buy a big jumbo bag of onions in bulk. Onions last a long time, and they’re always good to add a lot of flavor to most to recipes.)
– Grapes (we bought more grapes than we normally do, however, we’re going to divide them up into single serving size storage bags, and store them in the freezer. Frozen grapes are great snack foods, especially if you need a low calorie sweet dessert to munch on after dinner.)
– Bananas
– Broccoli
– Yellow Tomatoes
– Brussels Sprouts
– Pitted Dates
– Sweet Potatoes (we like to buy a big bag of sweet potatoes since they are the best source of carbohydrates, and my go to choice for making gains.)
Protein:
– Cod Fillets
– Ground Turkey
– Organic Frozen Chicken Breasts (This is the first time we’re trying frozen organic chicken breasts. A lot of time frozen chicken has a lot of sodium in it. So I checked this one out it doesn’t have a lot of sodium pumped into it. It’s always very important to read ingredient labels before a new product.)
– Organic Eggs (We go through a lot of eggs, so we bought 2 dozen organic eggs. Costco has really good prices on organic eggs)
– Ground Bison (a really lean meat that is good for making gains)
Nuts:
-Almonds (We’re using this to make some homemade almond milk)
– Walnuts
– Almond Butter
Beverages:
– Starbucks Unsweetened Iced Coffee (We’ve never tried this before so we thought we’d test it out.
The deal-maker was that it’s unsweetened)
– Red Wine (We bought a bottle of pinot noir red wine to get a little crazy for our Saturday date night.)
Herbs, Spices, And Seasonings:
– Cinnamon (can help to speed up your metabolism)
– Organic No Salt Seasoning (This herbs, spices, and seasoning mix makes everything taste good. You can add it to your meat, chicken, fish, and salad dressings.)
– Black Pepper
– Himalayan Pink Sea Salt
Based on this Costco grocery haul, I think it’s clear to see you can find a lot of healthy paleo foods at Costco.
Timestamps:
00:00 Paleo Costco Grocery Food Haul
00:40 Fruits And Vegetables
01:18 Protein
01:42 Healthy Fats
02:00 Beverages
02:20 Herbs, Spices, And Seasonings
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In this comprehensive guide, Live Lean TV demonstrates authentic paleo cooking techniques that deliver:
- 🥩 Clean Protein Sources: Grass-fed meat, wild-caught fish, or pasture-raised poultry
- 🥬 Abundant Vegetables: Colorful, nutrient-dense plants that pack maximum nutrition
- 🥥 Healthy Natural Fats: Coconut oil, avocado, nuts—fats that humans thrived on for millennia
- 🚫 Zero Processed Ingredients: No grains, no dairy, no legumes, no refined sugars
- 💪 Anti-Inflammatory Benefits: Foods that reduce inflammation and support optimal health
🔬 Paleo Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving | Paleo Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350-500 kcal | Sustained energy |
| Protein | 30-45 g | Muscle maintenance |
| Net Carbs | 15-25 g | Stable blood sugar |
| Dietary Fiber | 7-12 g | Gut health support |
| Healthy Fats | 20-35 g | Hormone balance |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | High | Anti-inflammatory |
| Micronutrients | Excellent | Vitamin & mineral rich |
*Nutritional analysis based on whole, unprocessed paleo ingredients. This recipe naturally excludes grains, dairy, legumes, refined sugars, and processed oils.
🏹 Essential Paleo Principles
- 🥩 Quality Protein Matters: Choose grass-fed beef, pasture-raised chicken, wild-caught fish, or wild game whenever possible. The quality of your protein directly impacts nutritional value and inflammatory markers. Conventional meat is acceptable if grass-fed isn’t available, but avoid processed meats with added sugars or preservatives.
- 🥑 Embrace Healthy Fats: Don’t fear fat! Use coconut oil for cooking, drizzle olive oil on vegetables, add avocado slices, and snack on nuts and seeds. Healthy fats are essential for hormone production, brain function, and nutrient absorption. They also keep you satisfied between meals.
- 🌈 Eat the Rainbow: Incorporate vegetables and fruits of all colors to maximize phytonutrient diversity. Dark leafy greens, orange sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, purple cabbage—each color provides unique beneficial compounds. Aim for 6-9 servings of vegetables daily.
- 🚫 Read Labels Carefully: Even “paleo-friendly” packaged foods can contain hidden non-paleo ingredients. Watch for added sugars (including “natural” ones like agave), seed oils, preservatives, and additives. When in doubt, stick to single-ingredient whole foods.
- 🥜 Navigate Nuts Wisely: While nuts are paleo-approved, they’re calorie-dense and can trigger inflammation if overconsumed. Stick to a small handful (about 1 ounce) as a serving. Soak and roast nuts to improve digestibility and reduce antinutrients.
- 🍠 Strategic Carb Timing: Adjust your starchy vegetable intake (sweet potatoes, squash, plantains) based on activity level. Active individuals need more carbs, while those focused on weight loss may benefit from lower carb paleo eating.
🔪 Paleo Cooking Mastery
- 🍳 Master Fat Sources: Keep coconut oil, ghee (if tolerated), avocado oil, and extra virgin olive oil stocked. Each has different smoke points—use coconut or avocado oil for high-heat cooking, olive oil for low-heat or finishing.
- 🧂 Season Like a Pro: Build your paleo spice cabinet with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and dried herbs. These add tremendous flavor without non-paleo ingredients.
- 🥘 One-Pan Wonders: Paleo meals often work beautifully as sheet pan dinners. Protein + vegetables + healthy fat + seasonings = easy cleanup and maximum flavor development.
- 🌿 Fresh Herbs Transform: Cilantro, parsley, basil, rosemary, and thyme elevate simple paleo meals to restaurant quality. Add fresh herbs at the end of cooking for maximum impact.
- 🍋 Acid Brightens: A squeeze of lemon or lime juice, or a splash of apple cider vinegar brightens flavors and aids digestion. This simple trick makes paleo food pop.
- 🥥 Coconut Products Versatility: Coconut milk, coconut cream, coconut flour, and coconut aminos are paleo staples that add richness and functionality to countless recipes.
🤔 Paleo Diet Questions
🥛 Why no dairy on paleo?
The paleo approach excludes dairy because it wasn’t part of human diets until agriculture began about 10,000 years ago. Many people have difficulty digesting lactose or reacting to dairy proteins like casein. However, some paleo practitioners include grass-fed butter or ghee since they’re primarily fat with minimal lactose or protein. Listen to your body and adjust accordingly.
🌾 What about “paleo” baked goods?
While paleo baking using almond flour, coconut flour, and natural sweeteners is technically allowed, it’s best enjoyed occasionally rather than daily. These foods are still calorie-dense and can trigger the same blood sugar responses as regular treats. Focus primarily on whole foods rather than trying to recreate modern comfort foods in paleo versions.
💪 Can I build muscle on paleo?
Absolutely! Paleo provides abundant high-quality protein and nutrients needed for muscle growth. Athletes often add more starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes and adjust portion sizes to meet increased caloric needs. Many bodybuilders and CrossFit athletes thrive on paleo eating.
🍎 How much fruit on paleo?
While fruit is paleo-approved, modern fruits are much sweeter than wild varieties our ancestors ate. Enjoy 1-3 servings daily, focusing on berries (lower sugar) and balancing fruit intake with vegetables. If weight loss is your goal, moderate fruit consumption and choose vegetables as your primary plant foods.
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