This list includes 23 Groceries that start with Q, from “Quahog” to “Quinoa pasta”. Many entries are pantry staples, fresh produce, seafood, or convenient prepared foods you use for cooking, meal planning, and snacks.
Groceries that start with Q are items whose common names begin with Q, including produce, pantry staples, dairy, and seafood. Quinoa is a notable example that moved from Andean staple to global pantry favorite in recent decades.
Below you’ll find the table with Item, Category, Usage, and Popular brands.
Item: The grocery item’s common name, so you can quickly scan for specific Q products or recipe ingredients.
Category: The type of grocery (produce, pantry, meat, dairy, etc.), helping you organize shopping or plan recipes.
Usage: Short notes on how the item is typically prepared or eaten, so you can match ingredients to meals.
Popular brands: Common brand names you’ll find in stores, which helps you locate familiar options quickly.
Groceries that start with Q
| Name | Category | Typical Unit/Pack Size | Popular Brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinoa | Pantry | 1 lb | Bob’s Red Mill; Ancient Harvest; Lundberg |
| Quinoa flour | Baking | 16 oz | Bob’s Red Mill; Anthony’s |
| Quinoa pasta | Pasta | 12 oz | Ancient Harvest; TruRoots |
| Quinoa flakes | Cereal | 12 oz | Bob’s Red Mill; Ancient Harvest |
| Quinoa chips | Snack | 5 oz | Late July; Food Should Taste Good |
| Quark | Dairy | 8 oz | Valio; Ehrmann; Trader Joe’s |
| Queso fresco | Dairy | 8 oz | Cacique; El Mexicano |
| Queso blanco | Dairy | 8 oz | Cacique; La Vaquita |
| Queso panela | Dairy | 8 oz | Cacique; El Mexicano |
| Queso dip | Condiment | 12 oz | Tostitos; Kraft; On the Border |
| Quesadilla (frozen) | Frozen | 10–16 oz | José Olé; Trader Joe’s; El Monterey |
| Queso de bola | Dairy | 8 oz | Castello; La Vaquita |
| Quahog | Seafood | 1 lb | Local seafood |
| Quail | Meat | 1 lb | D’Artagnan; Local farms |
| Quail eggs | Dairy | dozen | Local farms; D’Artagnan |
| Quince | Produce | each | Trader Joe’s; Whole Foods |
| Quince paste (membrillo) | Pantry | 8 oz | El Navarrico; La Vieja Fábrica |
| Quince jam | Canned goods | 12 oz | Bonne Maman; El Navarrico |
| Quince jelly | Canned goods | 12 oz | Bonne Maman; St. Dalfour |
| Quince chutney | Condiment | 8 oz | Mrs. Bridges; Merchant Gourmet |
| Quick oats | Cereal | 18 oz | Quaker; Bob’s Red Mill; Great Value |
| Quick bread mix | Baking | 15 oz | Jiffy; King Arthur; Pillsbury |
| Quatre épices | Spice | 1 oz | Spice Islands; McCormick; Penzeys |
Descriptions
Quinoa
A versatile gluten-free seed used like a grain — for salads, bowls, pilafs; comes white, red or black varieties.
Quinoa flour
Gluten-free flour made from ground quinoa; used in baking, pancakes and to boost protein in mixes.
Quinoa pasta
Pasta made from quinoa or blended with other grains; higher protein than regular pasta and often gluten-free.
Quinoa flakes
Rolled quinoa used like oats for quick porridge, granola or baking — cooks fast with a mild nutty flavor.
Quinoa chips
Crispy snack chips made with quinoa flour or flakes, marketed as a lighter, higher-protein chip alternative.
Quark
Fresh European-style soft cheese similar to thick yogurt or mild cottage cheese — used in spreads, baking and desserts.
Queso fresco
Mild, crumbly Mexican cheese for topping tacos, salads and beans; soft and slightly salty.
Queso blanco
Mild, white Latin American cheese that softens with heat without fully melting — great for frying or topping dishes.
Queso panela
Semi-soft Mexican cheese that holds shape when grilled; mild flavor used in sandwiches and appetizers.
Queso dip
Creamy melted-cheese dip for chips and nachos; available shelf-stable or refrigerated in smooth or chunky varieties.
Quesadilla (frozen)
Pre-made frozen quesadillas — convenient ready meals filled with cheese, meat or vegetables; heat in oven or microwave.
Queso de bola
Spanish-style Edam often labeled “queso de bola”; semi-firm, buttery cheese for slicing and melting.
Quahog
Hard-shelled clam common in New England; sold fresh or canned for chowders, stuffings and seafood dishes.
Quail
Small game bird sold whole or as breasts/legs; roasted or grilled for elegant mains.
Quail eggs
Tiny eggs with rich yolks used boiled, pickled or in gourmet presentations; sold fresh or packaged.
Quince
A fragrant, firm fruit that’s tart raw but sweet when cooked — used for jams, pastes and baking.
Quince paste (membrillo)
Thick sweet paste made from cooked quince, commonly paired with cheese or served on toast.
Quince jam
Sweet-tart spread from quince fruit, used like other fruit jams on toast or in baking.
Quince jelly
Clear, aromatic jelly made from quince; a classic preserve for cheese boards and pastries.
Quince chutney
Savory-sweet condiment combining quince with spices — great with meats, cheeses or sandwiches.
Quick oats
Rolled oats processed thin for faster cooking; used for oatmeal, baking and recipes requiring quick-cooking oats.
Quick bread mix
Baking mixes for fast breads like cornbread or banana bread — leavened with baking powder, no yeast required.
Quatre épices
French four-spice blend (pepper, cloves, nutmeg, ginger) used in pâtés, stews and charcuterie seasonings.