ALDI Low-Carb 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 (note: corn is starchy and will be avoided for low-carb compliance)
- Cotton Candy Grapes: $4.49 per 2-lb pkg (fruit, not a dinner vegetable)
- Washington Whole Seedless Grapes: $2.79 per 6-pack (fruit, not a dinner vegetable)

Note: The produce section this week is very light on low-carb dinner vegetables. Non-starchy vegetables (zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, peppers, spinach, etc.) will be listed as pantry staples to build complete low-carb meals.

Protein ranking before planning (most economical to most expensive per serving for 4 people):
1. Wavy Ground Beef - $4.99 flat per package - most economical, everyday cut
2. Marc Angelo Beef Skewers - $3.39 each, likely 2 needed for 4 people - $6.78 total, still economical
3. Fresh Organic Chicken Breast - $4.99/lb, need ~2 lbs for 4 people - ~$9.98 total, mid-range economical
4. Black Angus Petite Sirloin Steaks - $8.99 each, likely 2 packs needed - premium
5. Black Angus Fresh Top Sirloin Steak - $9.99 each - premium
6. Fresh Salmon Side - $8.29 flat but a seafood premium item - premium
7. Grass-Fed Strip Steak - $11.99 - premium
8. Grass-Fed Ribeye Steaks - $12.99 - premium

Decision: Ground beef, beef skewers, and chicken breast are the everyday proteins for 4 nights. One premium night will use the least expensive premium item, which is the Fresh Salmon Side at $8.29.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Beef and Cheddar Skillet
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned with diced peppers and onions, then topped with melted cheddar for a hearty, satisfying skillet dinner. This one-pan low-carb meal comes together quickly and delivers rich, savory flavor with minimal effort.
Sale items used: Wavy Ground Beef ($4.99 each), Happy Farms Cheddar ($3.79)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 package ground beef divided into 4 equal portions (approximately 6 oz each), topped with roughly 1 oz shredded cheddar per person. Serve alongside 1 cup sauteed zucchini or bell peppers per person (pantry/produce).
Recipes:
- Cheesy Beef Skillet Dinner
- Keto Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
- 30-Minute Keto Ground Beef Taco Skillet

Tuesday
Meal: Carne Asada Beef Skewers with Garlic Butter Cauliflower
Description: Marc Angelo Carne Asada Beef Skewers are grilled or broiled until slightly charred and served with roasted cauliflower florets tossed in garlic butter. The bold, citrusy marinade on the skewers contrasts beautifully with the mild, nutty roasted cauliflower.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Carne Asada Beef Skewers ($3.39 x2)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages of skewers divided evenly, roughly 1 to 2 skewers per person depending on package count. Serve each person approximately 1.5 cups roasted cauliflower (pantry/produce). Optionally add a dollop of Simply Hummus ($2.59) on the side as a low-carb dipping sauce.
Recipes:
- Keto Carne Asada with Chimichurri Sauce
- Easy Low Carb Carne Asada
- Keto Carne Asada Recipe (Easy and Authentic)

Wednesday
Meal: Herb-Roasted Chicken Breast with Sauteed Green Beans and Cheddar
Description: Organic chicken breasts are seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and dried herbs then oven-roasted until golden and juicy. Each plate is finished with crisp sauteed green beans and a light shaving of cheddar cheese for added richness.
Sale items used: Fresh Organic Chicken Breast ($4.99/lb), Happy Farms Cheddar ($3.79)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 lbs chicken breast, yielding roughly one 8 oz breast per person. Top each serving with approximately 0.5 oz shredded cheddar. Serve with 1 cup green beans per person (pantry/produce).
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Chicken & Green Beans
- Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe with Green Beans
- Chicken Green Bean Casserole (Gluten-Free, Keto)

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce and Sauteed Spinach
Description: Portions cut from the Fresh Salmon Side are pan-seared skin-side down until crispy, then finished with a simple lemon cream sauce made from pantry staples. A bed of garlic-sauteed spinach rounds out this elegant yet budget-conscious low-carb dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh Salmon Side ($8.29)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: One salmon side yields approximately 4 portions at 5 to 6 oz each. Each person receives one salmon fillet over roughly 1.5 cups sauteed spinach (pantry/produce), with 2 tablespoons cream sauce drizzled on top.
Recipes:
- Keto Salmon Recipe with Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce
- Keto Creamy Tuscan Salmon
- One Pot Creamy Lemon Salmon Florentine Recipe

Friday
Meal: Teriyaki Beef Skewers over Cauliflower Rice with Cucumber Slaw
Description: Marc Angelo Teriyaki Beef Skewers are grilled or pan-seared and served over cauliflower rice seasoned with sesame oil and green onion for a low-carb Asian-inspired dinner. A quick cucumber slaw with rice vinegar and a pinch of chili flakes adds a cool, tangy contrast to the savory sweet skewers.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki Beef Skewers ($3.39 x2)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages of teriyaki skewers divided evenly among 4 people. Each person receives approximately 1.5 cups cauliflower rice (pantry/produce) and 0.5 cup cucumber slaw (pantry/produce). Note: the teriyaki marinade contains some sugar, so keep portion to 1 to 2 skewers per person to stay near the 20g net carb limit.
Recipes:
- Keto Teriyaki Beef on a Stick
- Keto Beef Teriyaki
- Quick and Healthy Teriyaki Beef Bowls (Low Carb)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Wavy Ground Beef (x1 package): $4.99
- Marc Angelo Carne Asada Beef Skewers (x2 packages): $6.78
- Marc Angelo Teriyaki Beef Skewers (x2 packages): $6.78
- Fresh Organic Chicken Breast (2 lbs at $4.99/lb): $9.98
- Fresh Salmon Side (x1): $8.29
- Happy Farms Cheddar (x1): $3.79
- Simply Hummus (x1, optional for Tuesday): $2.59

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or avocado oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt, black pepper, and basic dried herbs (oregano, thyme, paprika)
- Heavy cream (for Thursday lemon cream sauce)
- Lemon (fresh, for salmon)
- Cauliflower (2 medium heads or 2 bags frozen cauliflower rice)
- Green beans (fresh or frozen, about 1 lb)
- Fresh spinach (about 10 oz bag)
- Zucchini or bell peppers (for Monday)
- Cucumber (for Friday slaw)
- Rice vinegar and sesame oil (for Friday)
- Green onions
- Chili flakes (optional)