What should be on an Aldi grocery list?

Basic staples sorted by store section: produce, meat and fish, dairy and eggs, bread, pantry items such as pasta, rice and canned goods, frozen food and a few household items. Because stock varies, treat the list as a set of staples and swap in the product your store has.

How much does an Aldi shopping trip cost?

It depends on where you live, what is in your cart and what is on sale, so we do not quote prices. Compare unit prices and check what you already have at home.

Can I add this list to my phone?

Yes. Tap the button above and the list is added to Talklist, sorted by store section. You can check items off as you shop and share the list with whoever else is shopping.

Is this list official?

No. It is a general staples list. It is not from Aldi, and it does not name specific products or prices.

Aldi Grocery List: A Basic Weekly Shopping List for 2

Updated October 21, 2026

Aldi is known for a compact store and a smaller range of items than a typical supermarket, which makes a list especially useful: you can plan your trip around staples, then pick the Aldi version of each. This list covers a basic week for 2 adults, grouped by store section, with quantities worked out so you buy enough without overbuying. It is written as generic staples, because the exact products on the shelf depend on your store and the season.

In short: below you will find the full list, tips for shopping a smaller store with a list, and ways to keep the bill down, and a button to put the whole list on your phone. Check off what you already have first, then shop.

Add this list to your phone

Talklist keeps your list sorted by store section as you shop, lets you check items off, and lets you share it with whoever else is shopping. You can also add anything missing by saying it out loud: "two bags of spinach, string cheese and a roll of paper towels".

The Aldi grocery list

Quantities are approximate and start at 2 people; change the number above and they update. Items marked (optional) are nice to have, not essential. Make it yours: these are generic staples, not specific products. Swap in the product your store carries, and remove anything you do not eat.

Meat and seafood

Chicken breast, 2 lb
Ground beef, 1 lb
Ground turkey, 1 lb (optional)
Bacon, 1 pack (optional)
Sausage, 1 pack (optional)
Deli turkey, 8 oz (optional)
Frozen fish fillets, 1 lb (optional)
Canned tuna, 3 cans

Fruit and vegetables

Bananas, 6
Apples, 6
Oranges, 4 (optional)
Grapes, 1 lb (optional)
Berries, 1 container (optional)
Lemons, 2
Avocados, 3
Tomatoes, 4
Cucumber, 2
Bell peppers, 3
Broccoli, 2 heads
Carrots, 2 lb
Onions, 3 lb
Garlic, 1 head
Potatoes, 5 lb
Sweet potatoes, 2 lb (optional)
Lettuce, 1 head
Spinach, 1 bag
Salad kit, 1 bag (optional)
Mushrooms, 8 oz (optional)

Dairy and eggs

Milk, 1/2 gal
Eggs, 12
Butter, 1 lb
Yogurt, 32 oz
Cheddar cheese, 16 oz
Shredded cheese, 8 oz
Cream cheese, 8 oz (optional)
Sour cream, 16 oz (optional)

Bakery

Bread, 1 loaf
Tortillas, 1 pack
Bagels, 1 pack (optional)
Hamburger buns, 1 pack (optional)

Pantry

Pasta, 2 lb
Rice, 2 lb
Oatmeal, 1 canister
Cereal, 1 box (optional)
Canned tomatoes, 3 cans
Canned beans, 3 cans
Canned corn, 1 can (optional)
Pasta sauce, 2 jars
Chicken broth, 2 cartons
Peanut butter, 1 jar
Jelly, 1 jar (optional)
Flour, 2 lb (optional)
Sugar, 2 lb (optional)
Olive oil, 1 bottle
Vegetable oil, 1 bottle (optional)
Salt, 1 box (optional)
Coffee, 12 oz
Ketchup, 1 bottle (optional)

Frozen

Frozen vegetables, 2 bags
Frozen fruit, 1 bag (optional)
Frozen pizza, 2 (optional)
Ice cream, 1 pt (optional)

Drinks

Orange juice, 1/2 gal (optional)
Sparkling water, 1 pack (optional)

Snacks

Crackers, 1 box (optional)
Chips, 1 bag (optional)
Granola bars, 1 box (optional)

Household

Paper towels, 1 roll (optional)
Dish soap, 1 (optional)
Trash bags, 1 box (optional)

Ready to shop? Add the list to your phone

How to shop Aldi with a list

Write the list by store section. A list sorted by section keeps you moving through the store instead of doubling back.
Plan around staples, then fill in. Buy the basics first and check what else catches your eye after, so you do not end up with a full cart and no dinners.
Check what is in stock. Availability changes from store to store and from week to week, so be flexible about brands and sizes.
Check the weekly ad. If your Aldi publishes a weekly ad, look at it before you finalize the list and plan a meal around what is featured.
Compare unit prices. A larger pack is not always cheaper per ounce or per pound.

Keeping the bill down

Choose the basics first. Pasta, rice, canned tomatoes, beans, eggs and seasonal produce stretch a long way.
Buy frozen vegetables and fruit. They keep for months and are handy when fresh produce runs out.
Plan leftovers. Cook once, eat twice, and use the second meal to use up what is left in the fridge.
Check your pantry before you go. Do not buy duplicates.

This list names no specific products and no prices, because both vary by store and change often. Aldi is a trademark of its owner; Talklist is not affiliated with Aldi.