ALDI Gluten-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Wavy Ground Beef: $4.99 each
- Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki or Carne Asada Beef Skewers: $3.39
- Fresh Organic Chicken Breast: $4.99/lb
- Black Angus Petite Sirloin Steaks: $8.99
- Black Angus Fresh Top Sirloin Steak: $9.99
- Grass-Fed Strip Steak: $11.99
- Grass-Fed Ribeye Steaks: $12.99
- Fresh Salmon Side: $8.29

Vegetables on sale:
- Bagged Mini Sweet Corn: $2.39 for 4-pack
- Cotton Candy Grapes: $4.49 per 2-lb pkg
- Washington Whole Seedless Grapes: $2.79 per 6-pack

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Beef and Mini Corn Rice Bowls
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned and served over fluffy white rice with sweet mini corn kernels cut fresh from the cob. Shredded cheddar is melted on top for a satisfying, comforting bowl sized perfectly for one.
Sale items used: Wavy Ground Beef ($4.99 each), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack), Happy Farms Cheddar ($3.79)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 1/4 lb of ground beef, 1 ear of mini corn, 1/2 cup dry white rice, and 1 oz shredded cheddar for one serving. Remaining ground beef can be refrigerated for another use.
Recipes:
- Ground Beef and Bell Pepper Rice Bowls
- Korean Beef Rice Bowls
- Ground Beef Rice Bowls

Tuesday
Meal: Carne Asada Skewer Bowls with Corn and Hummus
Description: Juicy carne asada beef skewers are grilled or pan-seared and served over rice with warm mini corn and a generous dollop of creamy hummus on the side. This bold, satisfying bowl comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Fresh Carne Asada Beef Skewers ($3.39), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack), Simply Hummus ($2.59)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack of skewers (typically contains 2 skewers, ideal for 1 person), 1 ear of mini corn, 1/2 cup dry white rice, and 2 tablespoons of hummus.
Recipes:
- Carne Asada Burrito Bowl
- Carne Asada Bowl Recipe
- Carne Asada Bowl

Wednesday
Meal: Baked Lemon-Herb Chicken Breast with Roasted Corn
Description: A single organic chicken breast is seasoned with lemon, garlic, and dried herbs, then baked until golden and juicy. It is served alongside oven-roasted mini corn for a light, clean, and completely gluten-free plate.
Sale items used: Fresh Organic Chicken Breast ($4.99/lb), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 0.5 lb (approximately 1 medium breast), 1 ear of mini corn, and pantry olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for seasoning.
Recipes:
- Easy Lemon Herb Baked Chicken Breast
- Baked Lemon Chicken
- Baked Lemon Chicken Breasts

Thursday
Meal: Teriyaki Chicken Skewer Rice Plates
Description: Sweet and savory teriyaki beef skewers - substituted here with the Marc Angelo Teriyaki variety - are served over steamed rice with a side of mini corn for a simple weeknight plate. Note: verify the teriyaki skewer marinade is gluten-free at point of purchase, and substitute tamari-based homemade teriyaki if needed.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki Beef Skewers ($3.39), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack of teriyaki skewers, 1/2 cup dry white rice, and 1 ear of mini corn for one full plate.
Recipes:
- Gluten-Free Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
- Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls
- Gluten-Free Chicken Teriyaki Bowls

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Salmon with Corn and Cheddar Potato Mash
Description: A single salmon fillet is pan-seared to crispy perfection and served with creamy cheddar-topped mashed potatoes and sweet mini corn on the side. This elevated yet budget-friendly dinner is naturally gluten-free and comes together in about 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh Salmon Side ($8.29), Happy Farms Cheddar ($3.79), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of salmon, 1 medium russet potato, 1 oz shredded cheddar stirred into the mash, and 1 ear of mini corn.
Recipes:
- Salmon Topped With Mashed Potatoes
- Seared Salmon with Mashed Potatoes and Leeks
- Salmon and Mashed Potato with Creamy Garlic Sauce

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Wavy Ground Beef x1 package (used partially, ~1/4 lb for Monday): $4.99
- Marc Angelo Fresh Carne Asada Beef Skewers x1 pack (Tuesday): $3.39
- Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki Beef Skewers x1 pack (Thursday): $3.39
- Fresh Organic Chicken Breast (0.5 lb at $4.99/lb): $2.50
- Fresh Salmon Side (0.5 lb at $8.29/lb): $4.15
- Bagged Mini Sweet Corn x1 pack of 4 (used across all 5 days, 4 ears total): $2.39
- Happy Farms Cheddar x1 block (used Monday and Friday): $3.79
- Simply Hummus x1 container (Tuesday): $2.59

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (gluten-free certified, about 1 lb bag)
- Russet potatoes (1 to 2 potatoes for Friday mash)
- Olive oil
- Butter or dairy-free alternative for mashing
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried herbs such as thyme, oregano, or Italian seasoning (check gluten-free label)
- Lemon (1 fresh lemon for Wednesday)
- Milk or broth for mashing (check gluten-free label)
- Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce alternative, in case Thursday skewers need a gluten-free swap)