ALDI Dairy-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Perdue Fresh Chicken Drumsticks Family Pack: $0.89/lb
- Ahi Tuna Steaks: $8.99
- Morton's of Omaha Beef Tenderloin: $2.99/lb
- Fresh Pork: $3.99/lb
- Kirkwood Fresh Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99/lb
- MSC Certified Sockeye: $13.99
- Fremont Fish Tilapia Fillets: $8.85
- Fremont Tilapia: $3.99
- Fremont Argentine Red Shrimp 16 oz. Frozen: $9.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Baby Bella Mushrooms: $1.29 per 8-oz. pkg
- Mushrooms: $1.69 per 16-oz. pkg
- Cucumbers: $2.99 per 11.15-12 oz. pkg
- Season's Steamable Medley: $1.79 each
- Coleslaw: $3.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Steamable Vegetable Medley
Description: Juicy chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, paprika, and olive oil then roasted in the oven until golden and crispy, making a satisfying and simple weeknight dinner for two. One bag of Season's Steamable Medley is microwaved and served alongside for a quick, colorful, and completely dairy-free plate.
Sale items used: Perdue Fresh Chicken Drumsticks Family Pack ($0.89/lb), Season's Steamable Medley ($1.79)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes total
Serving note: Plan on about 1 lb of drumsticks total (roughly 3-4 drumsticks) for 2 people, costing approximately $0.89; one bag of Steamable Medley serves 2 comfortably. Marinate the drumsticks in the morning and refrigerate so they go straight into the oven at dinner time.
Recipes:
- Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks - Bites of Wellness
- Baked Chicken Drumsticks - Slender Kitchen

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Tilapia with Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: Two tilapia fillets are seasoned with lemon pepper and garlic then seared in a hot skillet until flaky and golden, creating a light and flavorful dinner for two. An 8-oz. package of Baby Bella mushrooms is sauteed in olive oil with garlic and fresh herbs to serve as a hearty, earthy side that pairs beautifully with the fish.
Sale items used: Fremont Tilapia ($3.99), Baby Bella Mushrooms ($1.29 per 8-oz. pkg)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: The Fremont Tilapia package at $3.99 provides enough fillets for 2 people; one 8-oz. package of Baby Bella mushrooms is the right amount for two side servings. Confirm the Fremont Tilapia flat-price package contains at least 2 fillets before purchasing.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Tilapia - Low Carb Africa
- Lemon Tilapia with Spinach and Mushrooms - Angela's Kitchen
- Tilapia with Lemony Spinach and Mushrooms - Once A Month Meals

Wednesday
Meal: Stir-Fried Chicken Tenderloins with Mushrooms and Steamable Medley
Description: Sliced Kirkwood chicken tenderloins are quickly stir-fried in a hot pan with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger alongside sliced mushrooms for a savory and satisfying meal for two. A bag of Season's Steamable Medley is microwaved and folded into the stir-fry at the end to add color, nutrients, and extra volume without any extra effort.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh Chicken Tenderloins ($3.99/lb), Mushrooms 16-oz. pkg ($1.69), Season's Steamable Medley ($1.79)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of chicken tenderloins total for 2 people, costing about $3.99; the 16-oz. mushroom package provides plenty of mushrooms for the stir-fry with some left over for snacking. Slice the chicken and mushrooms in advance and keep refrigerated to cut active cook time to under 15 minutes.

Thursday
Meal: Garlic Shrimp with Cucumber and Coleslaw Salad
Description: Frozen Argentine red shrimp are thawed, then quickly sauteed in olive oil with plenty of garlic, red pepper flakes, and a squeeze of lemon for a bold and satisfying protein for two. Sliced cucumbers and a portion of the ready-made coleslaw are served alongside as a cool, crunchy, and refreshing dairy-free salad.
Sale items used: Fremont Argentine Red Shrimp 16 oz. Frozen ($9.99), Cucumbers ($2.99 per pkg), Coleslaw ($3.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes to thaw shrimp)
Serving note: The full 16-oz. bag of shrimp serves 2 generously as a main dish; use half the cucumber package and roughly half the coleslaw container for two servings, saving the rest for Friday. Thaw shrimp in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking to keep prep fast.
Recipes:
- Cucumber Shrimp Salad - Downshiftology
- Shrimp Salad - Simply Whisked

Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Tenderloins with Peach Salsa and Cucumber Slices
Description: Kirkwood chicken tenderloins are coated in a simple spice rub and baked until juicy and golden, then topped with a fresh dairy-free peach salsa made from diced peaches, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. The remaining cucumber slices from Thursday are served on the side for a cool, crisp contrast that rounds out this bright and summery plate for two.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh Chicken Tenderloins ($3.99/lb), Peaches ($1.69), Cucumbers (remainder from Thursday purchase)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 40 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of chicken tenderloins for 2 people, costing about $3.99; 2 to 3 peaches are enough for a generous salsa for two servings. Dice the peaches and mix the salsa while the chicken bakes so everything is ready at the same time.
Recipes:
- Baked Peach Salsa Chicken Tacos Recipe - Fresh Water Peaches
- Dairy-Free Salsa Chicken Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Perdue Fresh Chicken Drumsticks Family Pack (1 lb): $0.89
- Fremont Tilapia (x1 package): $3.99
- Baby Bella Mushrooms (x1 8-oz. pkg): $1.29
- Kirkwood Fresh Chicken Tenderloins (2 lbs, used across Wednesday and Friday): $7.98
- Mushrooms 16-oz. pkg (x1): $1.69
- Season's Steamable Medley (x2 bags): $3.58
- Fremont Argentine Red Shrimp 16 oz. Frozen (x1): $9.99
- Cucumbers (x1 pkg): $2.99
- Coleslaw (x1): $3.99
- Peaches (x1 lb, approximately 3 peaches): $1.69

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Red pepper flakes
- Soy sauce (check label for dairy-free status)
- Fresh or ground ginger
- Lemon (for juice)
- Lime (for juice)
- Fresh cilantro
- Red onion
- Salt and black pepper
- Cooking spray or neutral oil for searing