Having nutritious food on hand is useful if you’ve got fitness goals in mind. It means that when you’re throwing together your meals at the end of a long working day, or ravenously searching your cupboards for a post-workout snack, you don’t need to overthink what’s going in the recipe.

Right now, as the days of popping out for a pre-made salad bowl or energy bar are a distant dream, it’s more important than ever. Even as the lockdown rules begin easing, we should only be going to the shops for essentials, and doing so as infrequently as possible. That means you need to nail the store cupboard purchases. After all, they’ll last longer than the fresh stuff.

No idea what to add to the list? Don’t panic, we’ve got you covered.

Nuts

Delicious, yes, but cashews, almonds, and hazelnuts also have other benefits than taste. “Nuts are high in magnesium and fibre to keep your blood sugar levels steady,” says nutritionist and trainer David Wiener from training app Freeletics.

Nuts are also a perfect high-protein snack, keeping you fuller for longer so that your weekly shop actually lasts a week.

Keep your cupboards stocked with these items for quick, nutritious meals