This list includes 13 Groceries that start with Z, from “Za’atar” to “Zwieback”. They cover spices, baked goods, pantry staples, and specialty produce common in many supermarkets worldwide.
Groceries that start with Z are everyday food and pantry items whose names begin with the letter Z. Za’atar, for example, is a Levantine spice blend long associated with breads and regional traditions.
Below you’ll find the table with Item, Usage, and Popular brands.
Item: The grocery name as listed, so you can quickly identify and add it to your shopping list.
Usage: A short note on how the item is commonly used or prepared, helping you plan meals or recipes.
Popular brands: One to four well-known brands for recognition, so you can find similar products at stores.
Groceries that start with Z
Item
Category
Typical units/packaging
Popular brands
Zucchini
Produce
per lb; 1 medium
varies
Zucchini blossoms
Produce
per bunch; by weight
varies
Zucchini noodles
Produce/Frozen
12 oz pack; per lb
varies
Zucchini bread
Bakery
1 loaf (12–16 oz)
varies
Zucchini chips
Snack
3–6 oz bag
varies
Ziti
Pantry
1 lb box
Barilla, De Cecco, Ronzoni
Za’atar
Spice/Herb
2–8 oz jar
Sadaf, Ziyad, Al Wadi, varies
Zinfandel
Beverage
750 ml bottle
Ravenswood, Beringer, Robert Mondavi
Zante currants
Pantry
6–12 oz pack
varies
Zwieback
Bakery
8–12 oz pack
varies
Zhug
Condiment
4–12 oz jar
varies
Zabaglione
Dairy/Dessert
4–8 oz cup; mixes
varies
Zopf
Bakery
1 loaf
varies
Descriptions
Zucchini
A mild summer squash for grilling, sautés, baking, or spiralizing; look for firm, glossy skin.
Zucchini blossoms
Delicate edible squash flowers sold fresh or frozen; excellent stuffed, fried, or used as a garnish.
Zucchini noodles
Pre-spiralized zucchini sold fresh or frozen as a low‑carb pasta substitute; quick to sauté or microwave.
Zucchini bread
Moist quick bread made with grated zucchini and spices, commonly sold in bakeries or packaged for breakfast and snacks.
Zucchini chips
Crispy baked or fried zucchini slices sold as a savory, lower‑carb chip alternative for snacking.
Ziti
Tube-shaped pasta used in bakes and casseroles; holds sauce well and is a weeknight staple.
Za’atar
Middle Eastern herb blend (thyme, sesame, sumac) used on bread, veggies, meats, and dips.
Zinfandel
Red wine style that ranges from fruity to bold; popular with grilled foods and hearty dishes.
Zante currants
Small dried grapes used in baking, stuffings, and Mediterranean recipes; sweeter and smaller than typical raisins.
Zwieback
Twice‑baked sweet crisp bread or rusk, often used as a teething or light snack and shelf‑stable pantry item.
Zhug
Spicy Yemenite herb paste (also spelled zhug/skhug) made with herbs and chiles; great as a dip, spread, or marinade.
Zabaglione
Italian egg‑and‑wine custard sold ready‑made or as mixes; light, foamy, and served warm or chilled.
Zopf
Traditional Swiss braided yeast bread found at some bakeries and specialty stores; soft crumb, ideal for breakfast or sandwiches.
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