ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh Chicken Thin-Sliced Bone Pork Chops: $2.99/lb
- Fresh Lamb Shank Unseasoned: $5.99
- Ground Beef Patties Fresh 85/15: $5.99/lb
- USDA Choice Seasoned Beef: $6.99
- Fresh 85/15 Ground Beef: $7.99
- Smithfield Fresh Spareribs: $1.99
- Italian Links: $8.99
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon: $12.99
- Fresh Grass-Fed Ribeye Steaks: $12.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Organic Zucchini: $2.39/lb
- Avocados: $0.69 each

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Slow-Baked Pork Spareribs with Garlic Herb Zucchini
Description: A half rack of Smithfield spareribs is rubbed with garlic, smoked paprika, and herbs then slow-baked low and slow until fall-off-the-bone tender. Sliced zucchini is roasted alongside with olive oil and Greek herbs for a satisfying low-carb plate.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Spareribs ($1.99), Organic Zucchini ($2.39/lb), Athena Greek Herbs ($1.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 2.5 hours total
Serving note: 1 pack of spareribs split between 2 people (approximately 2 lbs), plus 0.5 lb zucchini sliced and roasted
Recipes:
- Garlic-Herb Slow Cooked Pork Ribs
- Keto Dry Rub Ribs Low Carb Recipe
- Keto Carnivore Slow Cooker Pork Ribs Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Avocado Herb Salsa
Description: Two thin-sliced bone-in pork chops are seasoned and seared in a hot skillet until golden and juicy. A fresh salsa of diced avocado, lime juice, cilantro, and a drizzle of hot honey ties the whole plate together with bright, creamy flavor.
Sale items used: Fresh Chicken Thin-Sliced Bone Pork Chops ($2.99/lb), Avocados ($0.69 each), Hot Honey ($1.59)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb pork chops (roughly 2 chops for 2 people), 2 avocados diced for salsa
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Avocado and Tomato Salad

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet Ground Beef and Zucchini with Burrata
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned in a cast-iron skillet with sliced zucchini, garlic, and Italian herbs until everything is caramelized and fragrant. Torn burrata is spooned over the hot skillet just before serving so it melts slightly into the beef for a rich, creamy finish.
Sale items used: Ground Beef Patties Fresh 85/15 ($5.99/lb), Organic Zucchini ($2.39/lb), Burrata ($4.65)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb ground beef, 0.5 lb zucchini, 1 package burrata shared between 2 people
Recipes:
- Keto Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet Recipe
- Mexican Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet
- Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Braised Lamb Shank with Herb-Roasted Zucchini
Description: One generous lamb shank is braised slowly in a savory broth with garlic and rosemary until the meat is deeply tender and pulls cleanly from the bone, then the braising liquid is reduced into a glossy pan sauce. Thick-cut zucchini spears roasted with olive oil and Greek herbs serve as a hearty low-carb side.
Sale items used: Fresh Lamb Shank Unseasoned ($5.99), Organic Zucchini ($2.39/lb), Athena Greek Herbs ($1.99)
Prep time: 25 minutes active, 2 hours total
Serving note: 1 lamb shank split generously between 2 people, 0.5 lb zucchini roasted as a side
Recipes:
- Low-Carb Braised Lamb Shanks
- Red Wine Braised Lamb Shanks
- Braised Lamb Shanks

Friday
Meal: Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Salmon with Avocado
Description: Two salmon fillets are pressed with a crust of Greek herbs, lemon zest, and cracked pepper then seared skin-side down in a hot skillet for crispy skin and a moist, flaky interior. Sliced avocado fanned alongside with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of flaky salt keeps the plate clean, bright, and fully low-carb.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon ($12.99/lb), Avocados ($0.69 each), Athena Greek Herbs ($1.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb salmon yielding 2 fillets (approximately 0.5 lb each), 2 avocados sliced for serving
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Salmon and Avocado Salsa
- Seared Salmon with Avocado Gremolata
- Salmon with Avocado Salsa

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Smithfield Fresh Spareribs (1 pack, approx. 2 lbs): $1.99
- Fresh Chicken Thin-Sliced Bone Pork Chops (1 lb): $2.99
- Ground Beef Patties Fresh 85/15 (1 lb): $5.99
- Fresh Lamb Shank Unseasoned (1 shank): $5.99
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon (1 lb): $12.99
- Organic Zucchini (2 lbs total across the week): $4.78
- Avocados (x4): $2.76
- Athena Greek Herbs (x1 pack): $1.99
- Burrata (x1 package): $4.65
- Hot Honey (x1): $1.59

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic cloves
- Smoked paprika
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh or dried rosemary
- Fresh cilantro
- Lemon (x2 for zest and juice)
- Low-sodium beef or chicken broth (for lamb braise)
- Flaky finishing salt