This post was contributed by Ruth Anne Bigley, Founder and Owner of The Bigley Basics. Ruth Anne shopped at the Ocean State Job Lot store in Willow Street, PA for these gluten-free BBQ supplies. Product selection will vary by store.
If you’re planning a gluten-free BBQ this summer, be sure to visit your local Ocean State Job Lot for a wide variety of gluten-free foods, all sold at discounted prices! They have so many different gluten-free options to choose from, you’ll be sure to find something for everyone. I’ve put together this guide to showcase some of my favorite gluten-free BBQ items you can find at your local OSJL. Keep in mind, these are just a few of the many different gluten-free items they offer!
Chips & Dips
Ocean State Job Lot has so many different gluten-free chip options! You can find gluten-free potato chips from brands like Kettle and Hal’s, and you will be impressed by the number of different flavors they offer. You will find flavors like Backyard Barbeque, Sea Salt & Vinegar, Sour Cream & Onion, Sweet Onion, and Original Sea Salt! You can buy Kettle potato chips for only $2.59 a bag and Hal’s for just $2.00 a bag.
OSJL also offers a variety of gluten-free tortilla chips from brands like Beanitos and Brad’s Organics. You can find a variety of Beanitos tortilla chip flavors including Nacho, Sea Salt, and Hint of Lime, and each bag will only cost you $2.39! OSJL also sells Brad’s Organic tortilla chips. You can find flavors such as Multigrain, Salsa Verde, Blue Corn, and Pumpkin, for only $3.49 a bag.
OSJL’s wide variety of tortilla chips wouldn’t be complete without their assortment of dips! You can find Mrs. Renfro’s gluten-free salsa in several different flavors: pumpkin, habanero, pineapple, and medium. Each 16 oz jar is sold for just $3.99! You can also find Wild Garden gluten-free Roasted Garlic Hummus Dip, which is sold for just $2.00 a jar.
Condiments, Pickled Salads, Dressings & Marinades
Ocean State Job Lot also offers a huge selection of gluten-free condiments, pickled salads, salad dressings, and spices. You can find gluten-free BBQ sauce from Dinosaur ($3.49/bottle) and Allegro ($2.99/bottle), as well as gluten-free ketchup from Heinz ($1.99/bottle). For a gluten-free relish, choose Howard’s Green Tomato Piccalilli ($3.59/jar).
You can also find a wide variety of gluten-free pickled salads from one of my favorite brands, Old World. Old World offers Greek, German, and Polish pickled salads, Polish Dill Pickles, and a Sweet Cucumber Salad. You can even find Marinated Peppers from Old World!
If you’re looking for some gluten-free salad dressings, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from at your local OSJL. You’ll find a wide variety of Brianna’s dressings (Dijon Honey Mustard, Creamy Blue Cheese, Real French Vinaigrette, Rich Poppyseed, Blush Wine Vinaigrette, and Classic Buttermilk Ranch), each sold for just $3.50 a bottle! OSJL also offers a variety of different oils for salads and grilling, such as Papa Palermo 100% Pure Avocado Oil and Eliana Organic Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil ($4.50/bottle).
If you’re in need of a gluten-free beef or poultry seasoning, you’ll be happy to know that OSJL offers several different options! You can find Tuscan Steak Seasoning for only $1.89 and From Lizzie’s Kitchen Chicken Rub for just $3.99!
Serious Sides
Summer BBQs wouldn’t be complete without a wide variety of sides! Thankfully Ocean State Job Lot has many different gluten-free options to choose from. If you’re looking for something with a crunch, try PopCorners Kettle Corn Popped Corn Chips ($3.89/bag), Calbee Tomato Basil Harvest Snaps ($4.99/bag), or Hippeas Veggies Straws ($2.49/bag). You’ll also find a variety of gluten-free crackers to choose from, such as Olina’s Wafer Crackers ($2.39), Olina’s Seeded Crackers ($3.99), and Blue Diamond Almond and Artisan Nut-Thins ($3.69/box).
If you want to prepare your own gluten-free sides, you’ll be happy to know OSJL offers gluten-free grains and pasta. For a homemade gluten-free pasta salad, try LiveKuna SuperFood Pasta (2.99/box). For a homemade quinoa or rice salad, use Bob’s Red Mill Organic Quinoa ($6.49/bag) or Wild & Brown Rice ($5.99). You’ll also find Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free Cornbread Mix ($3.59), which would be a fantastic addition to any summer BBQ!
Decadent Desserts
Desserts might be my favorite part of any summer BBQ! Fortunately, Ocean State Job Lot doesn’t disappoint in the gluten-free dessert department. If you’re looking for prepared desserts, try Poppies gluten-free Double Chocolate or Belgian Coconut macaroons ($2.49/box) or Jennie’s Chocolate Drizzle Macaroons ($3.99/bag). You’ll also find Home Free gluten-free chocolate chip cookies ($3.49/box), as well as Lucy’s gluten-free chocolate chip cookies ($3.49/bag). You can also find other cookie flavors from Lucy’s, such as oatmeal and cinnamon. If you’re a fan of oatmeal raisin cookies, try Aleia’s gluten-free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies ($4.50/box).
If you prefer to bake your own desserts, you can find a delicious gluten-free chocolate chip cookie mix from Bob’s Red Mill ($5.89). More of a brownie fan? Try Bob’s Red Mill Brownie Mix ($5.99) or Miss Jones Fudgy Brownie Mix ($4.99).
Drinks
All of this food talk is making me thirsty! One thing I really love about Ocean State Job Lot is its huge drink selection. If you’re a fan of Seltzer water, you’ll find a massive selection of Polar Seltzer waters at your local OSJL. Flavors offered include Original, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Lemon, and Orange Vanilla. You can also find other Polar carbonated drinks such as regular and diet Ginger Ale, Grape soda, Cola, Root Beer, and Orange Dry sparkling beverage. Polar drinks are sold in cases of 6 for only $1.99!
If you’re not a fan of carbonated drinks, you’ll also find a wide variety of non-carbonated gluten-free beverages at OSJL. Some of my favorites include Bai drinks and Me and the Bees Lemonade! OSJL offers Kula Watermelon and Costa Rica Clementine Bai drinks for just $1.99 each, and Me and the Bees Lemonade for $1.29 a bottle!
As you can see, Ocean State Job Lot makes it easy to throw a gluten-free BBQ. Not only do they have a large selection of gluten-free items to choose from, but they also offer competitive, discounted prices on all their products. As you plan your next gluten-free summer BBQ, be sure to stop in at your local OSJL for goodies at great prices!
