ALDI Gluten-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Honey Maple Salmon with Sliced Avocado and Rice
Description: A single salmon fillet is pan-seared until golden and flaky, naturally glazed by its honey maple marinade for a rich, satisfying dinner. Served alongside a ready-to-eat rice cup and half a fresh avocado sliced thin, this meal comes together in under 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Fresh Honey Maple Salmon, Avocados, Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 lb salmon fillet; 1 avocado halved (use half tonight, save half for Thursday); 1 rice cup (8.8 oz). The salmon is already marinated so no additional seasoning is needed beyond a pinch of salt and a drizzle of oil.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Maple Glazed Salmon
- Easy Pan Seared Salmon - Honey Soy Glaze

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Chicken Thighs with Baby Bella Mushrooms and Black Beans
Description: Two boneless skinless chicken thighs are seared in a hot skillet until crispy on the outside and juicy inside, then nestled with sliced baby bella mushrooms and seasoned black beans for a hearty one-pan meal. The mushrooms soak up the chicken drippings and the black beans add filling protein and fiber, making this a complete gluten-free dinner with no sides needed.
Sale items used: Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Baby Bella Mushrooms, Simply Nature Organic Black Beans
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 lb chicken thighs (roughly 2 thighs); half the 8-oz mushroom package (save the rest for snacking or eggs); half the 15.5-oz can of black beans (refrigerate the rest for Thursday). Season with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper from your pantry.

Wednesday
Meal: Sliced Marinated Pork Loin with Peach Salsa and Mini Cucumbers
Description: A portion of the pre-marinated pork loin filet is roasted or pan-seared and sliced thin, then topped with a quick fresh peach salsa made from diced ripe peaches, a splash of lime juice, and a pinch of cilantro. Crisp mini cucumbers served on the side add a cool, refreshing crunch that balances the savory-sweet pork beautifully.
Sale items used: Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet, Peaches, Mini Cucumbers
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 lb pork loin portion; 1 peach diced for the salsa; 3 to 4 mini cucumbers sliced. The pork loin is sold whole by the pound - buy the smallest available (typically 1 to 1.5 lbs) and refrigerate or freeze the remainder for later in the week or next week. Make-ahead tip: the pork can be roasted in the oven at 400 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes while you prep the peach salsa, keeping total active time low.
Recipes:
- Savory Grilled Pork Loin with Peach Salsa Recipe - Food Blasts
- Grilled Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa - Sugar Maple Farmhouse

Thursday
Meal: Kielbasa and Black Bean Skillet with Avocado and Salsa
Description: Sliced polska kielbasa is browned in a skillet until caramelized, then combined with the remaining black beans from Tuesday for a quick smoky, savory skillet dinner. Topped with the reserved avocado half and a spoonful of cantina salsa, this meal is bold, filling, and completely gluten-free.
Sale items used: Parkview Polska Kielbasa, Simply Nature Organic Black Beans (remainder from Tuesday), Avocados (remainder from Monday), Park Street Deli Cantina Salsa
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly one-third of the 13 to 14 oz kielbasa package (about 4 to 5 oz of sliced kielbasa); remaining half can of black beans; the reserved avocado half from Monday; 2 to 3 tablespoons of salsa. Refrigerate or freeze the remaining kielbasa for future meals.
Recipes:
- Kielbasa Black Bean Skillet - Our Best Bites
- 15-Minute Mexican Sausage, Black Beans, and Rice Skillet

Friday
Meal: Ground Beef Taco Bowls with Shredded Cheddar, Guacamole, and Rice
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned in a skillet with cumin, chili powder, and garlic, then served over a warm rice cup and topped with shredded cheddar, a generous scoop of guacamole, and a spoonful of salsa for a restaurant-style taco bowl at home. This naturally gluten-free bowl skips the tortilla entirely and loses nothing in flavor or satisfaction.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Organic Grass-Fed 93% Ground Beef (Simply Nature), Happy Farms 2% Milk Mexican or Sharp Cheddar, ALDI Deli Style Guacamole, Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups, Park Street Deli Cantina Salsa (remainder from Thursday)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 lb ground beef; 1 rice cup (8.8 oz); 2 to 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar (the 11-oz block will have plenty left over for snacking); 2 to 3 tablespoons guacamole; salsa to taste from the remaining jar. Season the beef with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt from your pantry.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Honey Maple Salmon (0.5 lb): $5.50
- Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (0.5 lb): $1.25
- Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet (1 lb, smallest practical purchase): $2.99
- Fresh Family Pack Organic Grass-Fed 93% Ground Beef Simply Nature (0.5 lb): $3.00
- Parkview Polska Kielbasa (x1 pack, 13-14 oz): $2.89
- Avocados (x2): $1.18
- Peaches (1 lb): $1.39
- Baby Bella Mushrooms (x1 pack, 8 oz): $1.29
- Mini Cucumbers (x1 pack, 16 oz): $1.69
- Simply Nature Organic Black Beans (x1 can, 15.5 oz): $0.99
- Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups (x2): $3.30
- Happy Farms 2% Milk Mexican or Sharp Cheddar 11 oz (x1): $2.79
- ALDI Deli Style Guacamole 15 oz (x1): $4.29
- Park Street Deli Cantina Salsa 16 oz (x1): $2.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Garlic powder
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Salt and black pepper
- Lime juice or fresh lime
- Cilantro (fresh or dried)