ALDI Gluten-Free Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Protein ranking (most economical to most expensive per serving for 4 people):
- Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings at $2.29/lb - 2 lbs feeds 4 as a main, roughly $4.58 total, about $1.15 per serving
- Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz at $4.99 each - one 16 oz package feeds 4, about $1.25 per serving
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz at $7.99 each - 48 oz is 3 lbs, one package easily feeds 4, about $2.00 per serving
- Simply Nature Fresh Organic 85/15 Grass-Fed Ground Beef 1 lb at $5.99 each - need 1.5 lbs for 4 people, about $9.00 total, about $2.25 per serving
- Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers at $6.49/lb - 1.5 lbs feeds 4, about $9.74 total, about $2.44 per serving
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion at $8.99/lb - 2 lbs feeds 4, about $17.98 total, about $4.50 per serving

Why these meals: The chicken wings at $1.15 per serving and the pork strips at $1.25 per serving are the two standout deals this week, anchoring two of the four everyday nights at very low protein cost. Ground turkey from the 48 oz package at about $2.00 per serving and grass-fed ground beef at about $2.25 per serving round out the remaining two economical nights with satisfying, filling meals. Salmon is the clear premium protein at $4.50 per serving, and it earns its one night on the plan because it is the only seafood option and delivers a genuinely special Friday dinner. The bakery aisle is entirely off-limits for a gluten-free household, so no bread or bun purchases appear this week, which actually helps keep the total lean. Zucchini at $1.19/lb and grape tomatoes at $1.99 per package bring affordable, naturally gluten-free produce to the table across the week without repeating the same vegetable more than twice.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Chicken Wings with Roasted Zucchini and Grape Tomatoes
Description: Seasoned chicken wings are baked in the oven at 425 degrees until the skin is golden and crispy, then served alongside zucchini coins and grape tomatoes roasted on the same pan. The combination of juicy wings with the lightly caramelized vegetables makes a satisfying, naturally gluten-free weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings, Zucchini, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes oven time
Serving note: Use 2 lbs of chicken wings for 4 people, 1 lb of zucchini sliced into coins, and 1 package (10 oz) of Cherub Grape Tomatoes. Total oven time is 45 minutes; wings and vegetables can go on separate sheet pans at the same time.

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Ground Turkey and Zucchini Rice Bowl
Description: Ground turkey is browned in a skillet with garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika, then tossed with diced zucchini and served over steamed white rice. The turkey stays moist and well-seasoned, and the whole skillet meal comes together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz, Zucchini
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1.5 lbs (24 oz) of ground turkey from the 48 oz package for 4 people, reserving the remainder for another use. Use 1 lb of zucchini diced small. Serve over 2 cups dry white rice cooked from pantry.
Recipes:
- Gluten-Free Ground Turkey And Zucchini Skillet For Spring Dinner

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Smithfield Marinated Pork Strips with Peach Salsa and Avocado
Description: The Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips are sliced and seared in a hot skillet until cooked through and lightly browned, then topped with a fresh salsa made from diced peaches and avocado. The sweet, juicy peach salsa balances the savory marinated pork for a bright, summery gluten-free plate.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz, Peaches, Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 16 oz package of pork strips for 4 people. Use 2 peaches (approximately 0.75 lb) diced, and 4 mini avocados from the 6-pack for the salsa. Serve with rice or a simple green salad from pantry.

Thursday
Meal: Grass-Fed Ground Beef and Grape Tomato Lettuce Wrap Bowl
Description: Simply Nature Organic Grass-Fed Ground Beef is browned with onion, garlic, and chili powder, then served over rice with halved grape tomatoes and a dollop of Friendly Farms Nonfat Greek Yogurt as a cool, creamy topping. Eating it as a deconstructed bowl keeps everything naturally gluten-free and lets each person customize their plate.
Sale items used: Simply Nature Fresh Organic 85/15 Grass-Fed Ground Beef 1 lb, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg, Friendly Farms Nonfat Greek Yogurt Assorted Varieties 32 oz
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 packages of Simply Nature Fresh Organic 85/15 Grass-Fed Ground Beef (1 lb each) to yield approximately 1.5 lbs cooked for 4 people, with a small amount left over. Use 1 package (10 oz) of Cherub Grape Tomatoes halved. Use approximately 1 cup of Friendly Farms Nonfat Greek Yogurt as a topping from the 32 oz container.
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps: An Easy Low-Carb Recipe

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Fresh Atlantic Salmon with Peach and Avocado Salad
Description: Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portions are seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then seared skin-side down in a hot skillet with olive oil until the flesh is cooked through and the exterior is golden. They are plated alongside a simple salad of sliced peaches, remaining mini avocados, and a squeeze of lime for a bright, elegant gluten-free Friday dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion, Peaches, Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 lbs of Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion for 4 people (approximately 0.5 lb per person). Use 2 peaches (approximately 0.75 lb) sliced and the remaining 2 mini avocados from the 6-pack purchased on Wednesday. Lime juice and olive oil from pantry.
Recipes:
- Salmon Avocado Salad

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings (2 lbs): $4.58
- Zucchini (2 lbs total, used Monday and Tuesday): $2.38
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg (x2 packages, used Monday and Thursday): $3.98
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz (x1 package): $7.99
- Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz (x1 package): $4.99
- Peaches (1.5 lbs total, used Wednesday and Friday): $2.09
- Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack (x1 pack, used Wednesday and Friday): $2.89
- Simply Nature Fresh Organic 85/15 Grass-Fed Ground Beef 1 lb (x2 packages): $11.98
- Friendly Farms Nonfat Greek Yogurt Assorted Varieties 32 oz (x1 container): $2.79
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion (2 lbs): $17.98

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (long grain or jasmine)
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Chili powder
- Salt and black pepper
- Lime (for Friday salad)
- Onion