This list includes 39 Groceries that start with I, from “Ice (bagged)” to “Italian seasoning”. They include pantry staples, fresh produce, dairy and seasonings used for everyday cooking and meal planning.
Groceries that start with I are items whose names begin with the letter I. They cover fresh, frozen, and packaged goods and common pantry staples. Notably, “Italian seasoning” shows how regional cuisine names enter everyday pantry language.
Below you’ll find the table with Item, Category, Usage, and Popular brands.
Item: The grocery name you see; use it to find, shop, or cross-reference products quickly and easily.
Category: Shows where an item sits in the store, helping you plan shopping order and compare similar products.
Usage: Brief notes on how the item is used or prepared, helping you decide when and why to buy it.
Popular brands: Well-known brand names you might look for, so you can recognize labels while shopping or online.
Groceries that start with I
| Item | Grocery Category | Typical Unit/Size | Popular Brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice cream | Frozen | 1 pint | Häagen-Dazs, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Blue Bell |
| Ice (bagged) | Frozen | 10 lb bag | Arctic Glacier, Reddy Ice, Store brand |
| Iceberg lettuce | Produce | per head | Dole, Fresh Express, Earthbound Farm |
| Iced tea | Beverage | 16 fl oz bottle | Lipton, Arizona, Pure Leaf |
| Iced coffee | Beverage | 12 fl oz bottle | Starbucks, Dunkin’, Califia Farms |
| Ice pop | Frozen | per pop or 6-pack | Popsicle, Outshine, GoodPop |
| Ice cream sandwich | Frozen | 4-pack | Klondike, Nestlé, Good Humor |
| Ice cream cone | Bakery/Frozen | 24-count | Keebler, Store brand |
| Ice wine | Beverage | 375 ml | Inniskillin, Jackson-Triggs, Chateau d’Yquem |
| Idaho potato | Produce | per lb | Idaho® growers, Store brands |
| Italian bread | Bakery | per loaf | Sara Lee, Local bakeries, Pepperidge Farm |
| Italian dressing | Condiment | 12 fl oz bottle | Kraft, Wish-Bone, Newman’s Own |
| Italian sausage | Meat | per lb | Johnsonville, Aidells, Hillshire Farm |
| Italian salami | Deli/Meat | per lb | Boar’s Head, Columbus, Fiorucci |
| Italian parsley | Produce | per bunch | Store fresh bunches, Organic Girl (packaged) |
| Italian seasoning | Pantry | 1–2 oz jar | McCormick, Badia, Simply Organic |
| Irish cream | Beverage (spirits) | 750 ml | Baileys, Carolans, Teichenné |
| Irish butter | Dairy | 8 oz stick | Kerrygold, Plugrá |
| Irish soda bread | Bakery | per loaf | Local bakeries, King Arthur (mix) |
| Icing | Bakery/Baking | 12 oz tub | Duncan Hines, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury |
| Icing sugar | Pantry | 1 lb | Domino, C&H, Baker’s |
| Instant coffee | Pantry | 3–8 oz jar | Nescafé, Folgers, Starbucks VIA |
| Instant rice | Pantry | 8 oz, 1 lb | Minute, Uncle Ben’s, Success |
| Instant noodles | Pantry | per cup or pack | Nissin, Maruchan, Nongshim |
| Instant mashed potatoes | Pantry | 13–26 oz box | Idahoan, Betty Crocker |
| Infant formula | Baby food | 12–32 oz can | Similac, Enfamil, Gerber |
| Israeli couscous | Pantry | 8–12 oz bag | Roland, Bob’s Red Mill, Near East |
| Injera | Bakery/International | per piece or 14–20 oz package | Local bakeries, Ethnic brands |
| Ice milk | Frozen | 1 quart | Store brands, Historical labels |
| Iodized salt | Pantry | 26 oz | Morton, Diamond Crystal |
| Italian olives | Pantry/Condiment | 6–12 oz jar | Mezzetta, Lindsay, Divina |
| Italian plum tomatoes | Pantry (canned) | 14 oz can | San Marzano, Cento, Tuttorosso |
| Italian biscotti | Bakery | per pack | Nonni’s, Mulino Bianco, Local bakeries |
| Instant oatmeal | Pantry | 10–18 oz canister | Quaker, Bob’s Red Mill, Nature’s Path |
| Imitation crab | Seafood/Packaged | per lb or 8–12 oz pack | Krab®, Trans-Ocean, Store brands |
| Instant pudding | Pantry | 3.4–4 oz box | Jell-O, Snack Pack |
| Indian chutney | Condiment | 10–12 oz jar | Patak’s, Major Grey (various brands), Local brands |
| Italian prosciutto | Deli/Meat | per lb | Parma, Prosciutto di San Daniele, Local delis |
| Italian mozzarella | Dairy | 8–16 oz ball | Galbani, BelGioioso, Polly-O |
Descriptions
Ice cream
Creamy frozen dessert sold in tubs or pints, enjoyed scooped, in cones, or in sundaes.
Ice (bagged)
Bagged ice for drinks, coolers, and food transport; sold in various bag sizes.
Iceberg lettuce
Crisp, mild lettuce commonly used in salads, wedges, and sandwiches.
Iced tea
Ready-to-drink chilled tea, available sweetened, unsweetened, or flavored.
Iced coffee
Chilled or cold-brewed coffee sold bottled or canned for a grab-and-go caffeine boost.
Ice pop
Frozen flavored treat on a stick, popular for kids and summer snacks.
Ice cream sandwich
Ice cream layered between cookies for a handheld frozen dessert.
Ice cream cone
Waffle or sugar cones used to serve scooped ice cream at home.
Ice wine
Sweet dessert wine made from naturally frozen grapes, often sold in smaller bottles.
Idaho potato
Large starchy potato ideal for baking, mashing, and roasting.
Italian bread
Crusty soft loaf used for sandwiches, bruschetta, and dipping in olive oil.
Italian dressing
Zesty vinaigrette with herbs for salads or marinades.
Italian sausage
Seasoned pork sausage with fennel and garlic, sold fresh or smoked.
Italian salami
Cured salami with Italian spices, popular on sandwiches and charcuterie boards.
Italian parsley
Flat-leaf herb used fresh in sauces, salads, and as a garnish.
Italian seasoning
Dry herb blend of basil, oregano, and thyme for pasta, pizza, and sauces.
Irish cream
Creamy liqueur often added to coffee or used in cocktails and desserts.
Irish butter
Rich, high-fat butter imported from Ireland, prized for baking and spreading.
Irish soda bread
Dense quick bread made with baking soda and buttermilk, often slightly sweet.
Icing
Ready-made frosting for cakes and cookies, available in multiple flavors and colors.
Icing sugar
Very fine powdered sugar used to make frostings and dust pastries.
Instant coffee
Soluble coffee granules for quick preparation of hot coffee.
Instant rice
Pre-cooked rice that heats quickly for fast side dishes and meals.
Instant noodles
Quick-cook noodle cups or packets, usually with a seasoning sachet.
Instant mashed potatoes
Dehydrated potato flakes rehydrated to make quick mashed potatoes.
Infant formula
Nutritionally balanced milk-based product formulated for infants.
Israeli couscous
Small toasted pasta pearls used in salads, pilafs, and side dishes.
Injera
Ethiopian spongy flatbread made from teff, used as both plate and utensil.
Ice milk
Lower-fat frozen dessert similar to ice cream with a lighter texture.
Iodized salt
Table salt fortified with iodine, a common kitchen staple.
Italian olives
Brined or marinated olives from Italy, great for salads, pizzas, and antipasto.
Italian plum tomatoes
Firm plum tomatoes ideal for sauces, canned whole or crushed.
Italian biscotti
Twice-baked crisp cookies perfect for dunking in coffee or tea.
Instant oatmeal
Quick-cooking oats for a fast, warm breakfast with fruit or milk.
Imitation crab
Surimi-based crab-flavored seafood used in salads, sushi, and spreads.
Instant pudding
Quick-set dessert mix to make pudding by adding milk, served cold or used in pies.
Indian chutney
Sweet-spicy fruit-based condiment used with curries, cheese, or sandwiches.
Italian prosciutto
Dry-cured ham thinly sliced for charcuterie, sandwiches, and salads.
Italian mozzarella
Fresh soft cheese used on pizzas, caprese salads, and melting dishes.