Fresh ground turkey is my favorite way to get my protein in because it's versatile and easy to cook quickly.

My favorite way to prepare it is with taco seasoning. I use the meat to make taco salads with vegetables or enjoy it as a taco with a low-carb tortilla.

Although legumes tend to be high in carbohydrates, I find that incorporating them into my diet makes me feel more satiated.

The Dakota's Pride kidney beans from Aldi are my favorite because they taste great in my lunchtime salads.

Although I haven't always enjoyed riced cauliflower from other brands, the Season's Choice garlic and herb version is seriously good.

My favorite ways to prepare it include using truffle oil for an Italian-style twist on risotto or pan-frying it for Asian-style fried rice with an egg, paleo teriyaki sauce, and a protein.

I'm a big snacker, and my go-to pick is always cheese. The Happy Farms cheese blocks from Aldi are budget-friendly and inexpensive.

Another of my favorite versatile protein sources is Aldi's rotisserie-style pulled chicken.

I like to use it in salads or a low-carb tortilla to make a wrap. When I'm craving pizza, I also pair it with a tortilla to create an air-fried low-sugar barbecue flatbread.

I'm not typically a huge fan of fruit, but I love berries. Luckily, I can always count on Aldi for great blueberries with a sweet and tart flavor profile.

I like to have them in the morning as a breakfast side dish, or at night as a dessert with whipped cream.

I'm a huge fan of dips and sauces, and Aldi's spicy guacamole is surprisingly tasty for a prepackaged option. I like to pair it with a turkey taco salad or scoop it out with cucumber chips.

The price and quality of Aldi's three-pack of green peppers have wowed me. I use them in eggs or alongside chicken sausage.

I find it easiest to stay on track with my eating habits when I keep easy-to-grab protein sources handy.

Although I prefer hand-sliced turkey from the deli counter, the pre-sliced turkey from Aldi has become a staple in my house. I often snack on it during the day or when my protein intake is low.

Fancy coffee drinks can quickly pack on the calories. So, I prefer to keep it simple and make an at-home variation of an iced shaken espresso.

I typically use a double shot of espresso, the Friendly Farms unsweetened vanilla almond milk, and a sugar-free syrup. This delivers on flavor with fewer carbs and calories.

I'm a huge fan of pickle chips, and the fresh deli version from Aldi is my favorite store-bought brand. They're delicious and virtually calorie-free at only 5 calories per serving.

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