What's New at Trader Joe's This June? Pickled Red Onions, POG Juice & More

If there’s one thing Trader Joe’s knows how to do well, it’s cheese. So much so that it has a Spotlight Cheese program that features a new artisanal offering each month. June’s main character is this umami-rich sheep’s milk cheese from Spain, and despite its timid name, this offering is anything but shy. Briny and nutty with a tinge of sweetness thanks to the infusion of tomato jam, this cheese is the perfect complement to any tapas spread, including jamón ibérico and patatas bravas.

Now this is a fun one. If you prefer the tart sweetness of a citrus-based dessert over the richness of chocolate and caramel, this snack is for you. Inspired by the indomitable key lime pie, each bite-sized graham cracker is dunked in a key lime-flavored yogurt candy coating, making them addictively snackable for all ages. As a summer special, these grahams are only available for the next few months, so grab them while you can.

Over the years, I've been not-so-subtly begging Trader Joe’s to launch a classic Buffalo sauce (mind you, I have an entire hot sauce drawer in my home). So, you can imagine my delight when I saw this product hit shelves. It’s got all the ingredients you’d expect but with one heart-healthy update. Instead of butter, which usually gives this condiment its creamy, wing-clinging texture, TJ’s decided to go dairy-free and swap in avocado oil. If you’re a spice lover like me, the food pairing possibilities are endless.

Trader Joe’s is known for making life easier in the kitchen. Hate buying a whole head of garlic when you only need a few cloves? Stock up on their pre-minced frozen cubes. Need a quick salad or a side of cole slaw? There’s a kit for that. And now, thanks to this new jarred offering, you can easily incorporate this chef-loved garnish into just about any savory dish. Arguably (or not) the best preparation style, these thin-cut red onions are pickled in apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic, salt and whole black peppercorns. Tons of flavor with zero prep? Say no more.

Though its origin story comes from Hawaii, I was first introduced to POG juice (passion fruit, orange and guava) during a family trip to Disney World (if you know, you know) and immediately fell in love. I’m fully convinced it’s what all other juice blends hope to be when they grow up: fruity and sweet with a tropical twist. And now, I don’t have to hop on a plane or play mixologist to POG it up at home thanks to this canned version from TJ’s.

I have some bad news for you: If you’re grocery shopping with kids, you won’t be able to leave without one of these tubs mysteriously jumping into your cart. Luckily, this is one carnival treat you, as a parent, can feel good about. Free of artificial dyes and flavors, this cotton candy uses a combination of vegetable juice, turmeric and annatto to impart its eye-catching color, while sugar, citric acid and natural flavors are combined to create the sour cherry taste. Nostalgia is all the rage this summer, so add this low-cost treat to liven up your weeknights.

Step aside, guacamole, there’s a new dip in town—and it’s got a kick. Queso lovers are going to clamor for this spicy cheddar rendition featuring chunks of jalapeño as well as chipotle pepper puree and a handful of heat-inducing spices (think red chili, smoked paprika, cayenne, the like). Dip it, dunk it, devour it with a spoon.

Skip the omakase and head over to Trader Joe’s for this classic maki-style sushi featuring raw Atlantic salmon, fresh slices of cucumber and sweetened, vinegared rice. Perfect to serve any day of the week for lunch or dinner (or both), each roll is dusted with a Japanese togarashi-inspired seasoning blend that delivers the heat of a spicy mayo without the mess. Car snackers, this one’s for you.

Psst: In case you haven’t heard, Trader Joe is a purveyor of sweets, and he’s perfected the gummy candy more times than I can count. (The Scandinavian Swimmers are on heavy rotation in my house.) New to the crew are these Sweet & Sour Gummy Worms, but unlike other confectionery bugs you might find at the grocery store, this version contains zero grams of sugar (yup, zero). To satisfy the discerning sweet tooth, this candy relies on allulose, erythritol and monk fruit extract for sweetness, while citric acid imparts that mouth-puckering sour zing. And like many TJ’s offerings, this candy gets its coloring and fruity flavor from a natural blend of strawberry and veggie juice concentrate.

OK, I know this item isn’t edible, but a limoncello-scented candle in an adorable cabana-striped ceramic jar for just $10? I had to give it some love. Strike a match, and you’ll be instantly transported to the rocky coast of Capri—no passport required.