ALDI Gluten-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Thin-Sliced Boneless Pork Chops with Zucchini and Grape Tomatoes
Description: Tender thin-sliced pork chops are quickly pan-seared in olive oil with garlic and Italian seasoning, then served alongside sauteed zucchini and burst grape tomatoes for a bright, satisfying weeknight dinner for two. The thin cut means dinner is on the table in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Thin-Sliced Boneless Pork Chops, Zucchini, Cherub Grape Tomatoes (10 oz. pkg.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of pork chops total (about 2-3 chops) for two people at $2.99/lb, totaling roughly $3.00; use 1 lb of zucchini and 1 package (10 oz.) of grape tomatoes split between two servings.
Recipes:
- Mediterranean Boneless Pork Chops with Summer Veggies

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Buffalo Party Pack Chicken Wings with Multicolored Peppers
Description: A generous portion of chicken wings from the 40 oz. party pack are oven-baked until crispy, then tossed in gluten-free buffalo sauce and served with roasted multicolored peppers for color and sweetness. This is a fun, crowd-pleasing meal that is naturally gluten-free when using a certified gluten-free hot sauce.
Sale items used: Fresh Buffalo Party Pack Chicken Wings (40 oz.), Multicolored Peppers (3-pack)
Prep time: 55 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly half the 40 oz. party pack (about 20 oz.) for two people, saving the rest for Friday; use the full 3-pack of multicolored peppers, splitting use between Tuesday and Thursday meals. Total bake time is about 45 minutes, so preheat the oven early.

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Morton's of Omaha Petite Beef Tender with Roasted Zucchini and Nectarines
Description: Two petite beef tender portions are pan-seared to a perfect medium and rested before slicing, then plated alongside oven-roasted zucchini and caramelized nectarine halves for a sweet and savory combination. This elegant but simple meal feels restaurant-quality and is completely gluten-free.
Sale items used: Morton's of Omaha Fresh Rosemary or Steakhouse Petite Beef Tender, Zucchini, Plums or Nectarines
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of petite beef tender for two people at $6.99/lb, totaling roughly $7.00; use 1 lb of zucchini and 2 nectarines (approximately 0.5 lb at $1.49/lb, roughly $0.75). Total cook time including resting is about 30 minutes; sear the beef first and roast the zucchini while it rests.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Thin-Sliced Boneless Pork Chops with Multicolored Peppers and Cara Cara Orange Sauce
Description: Thin-sliced pork chops are pan-seared until golden and finished with a simple gluten-free Cara Cara orange pan sauce made from fresh-squeezed juice, garlic, and a touch of honey, then served with the remaining sauteed multicolored peppers. The bright citrus sauce elevates this budget-friendly cut into something truly special.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Thin-Sliced Boneless Pork Chops, Multicolored Peppers (3-pack, remainder from Tuesday), Cara Cara Oranges
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of pork chops for two people at $2.99/lb, totaling roughly $3.00; use the remaining peppers from Tuesday's 3-pack and squeeze 2-3 Cara Cara oranges from the 3 lb bag for the sauce, reserving remaining oranges for Friday.

Friday
Meal: Baked Chicken Wings with Cherub Grape Tomato Salsa and Cara Cara Orange Slices
Description: The remaining chicken wings from the party pack are baked until crispy and served with a fresh gluten-free salsa made from chopped grape tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, and lime juice, alongside sweet Cara Cara orange slices for a refreshing finish. This easy Friday meal uses up the week's remaining produce beautifully with zero waste.
Sale items used: Fresh Buffalo Party Pack Chicken Wings (40 oz., remainder from Tuesday), Cherub Grape Tomatoes (10 oz. pkg.), Cara Cara Oranges (remainder from Thursday)
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Use the remaining roughly 20 oz. of wings from the party pack for two people; use 1 package (10 oz.) of grape tomatoes for the salsa and slice the remaining Cara Cara oranges from the 3 lb bag as a side. Bake time is about 45 minutes, so plan accordingly.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Thin-Sliced Boneless Pork Chops (2 lbs total, used across Monday and Thursday): $5.98
- Fresh Buffalo Party Pack Chicken Wings, 40 oz. (x1 pack, used across Tuesday and Friday): $4.99
- Morton's of Omaha Petite Beef Tender (1 lb): $6.99
- Zucchini (2 lbs total, used across Monday and Wednesday): $2.38
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes, 10 oz. pkg. (x2 pkgs, one for Monday, one for Friday): $3.98
- Multicolored Peppers, 3-pack (x1 pack, used across Tuesday and Thursday): $2.49
- Cara Cara Oranges, 3-lb bag (x1 bag, used across Thursday and Friday): $2.99
- Plums or Nectarines (0.5 lb for Wednesday): $0.75

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning (gluten-free certified)
- Gluten-free buffalo hot sauce
- Honey
- Lime juice or fresh limes
- Fresh cilantro
- Red onion
- Gluten-free chicken or beef broth (optional, for pan sauce)