ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Perdue Fresh Chicken Drumsticks Family Pack: $0.89/lb
- Ahi Tuna Steaks: $8.99 (per pack)
- Morton's of Omaha Beef Tenderloin: $2.99/lb
- Fresh Pork: $3.99/lb
- Kirkwood Fresh Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99/lb
- MSC Certified Sockeye: $13.99 (per pack)
- Fremont Fish Tilapia Fillets: $8.85 (per pack)
- Fremont Tilapia: $3.99 (per pack)
- Fremont Argentine Red Shrimp 16 oz. Frozen: $9.99
- Seasoned Chicken: $1.15 each

Vegetables on sale:
- Baby Bella Mushrooms: $1.29 per 8-oz. pkg
- Mushrooms: $1.69 per 16-oz. pkg
- Cucumbers: $2.99 per 11.15-12 oz. pkg
- Season's Steamable Medley: $1.79 each

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Drumsticks with Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: Skin-on chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper then seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, delivering crispy skin and juicy meat for two. A full 8-oz. package of Baby Bella mushrooms is sliced and sauteed in butter and fresh herbs alongside the chicken for a rich, low-carb side.
Sale items used: Perdue Fresh Chicken Drumsticks Family Pack ($0.89/lb), Baby Bella Mushrooms ($1.29 per 8-oz. pkg)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1.5 lbs of drumsticks (about 4 to 5 pieces) for 2 people, costing roughly $1.34; use 1 pkg (8 oz.) Baby Bella Mushrooms split between 2 servings. Net carbs per serving are well under 5g.

Tuesday
Meal: Seasoned Chicken and Steamable Vegetable Skillet
Description: Pre-seasoned chicken pieces are sliced and pan-cooked until golden, then tossed together in a skillet with a steamed vegetable medley for a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner for two. The combination of seasoned protein and colorful non-starchy vegetables keeps this meal satisfying and firmly under the 20g net carb limit.
Sale items used: Seasoned Chicken ($1.15 each x2), Season's Steamable Medley ($1.79 each)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 individual seasoned chicken pieces (1 per person) and 1 bag of Steamable Medley; microwave the vegetables per package directions then combine in a skillet with the sliced chicken. Verify the Steamable Medley blend contains non-starchy vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, or green beans before purchasing.
Recipes:
- Skillet Chicken and Vegetables - Powered By Mom

Wednesday
Meal: Seared Beef Tenderloin with Cucumber and Mushroom Salad
Description: Two beef tenderloin portions are patted dry, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and seared in a cast-iron skillet to a perfect medium, letting the quality of the cut shine for two. Sliced cucumbers and sauteed Baby Bella mushrooms are tossed with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh dill to create a cool, crisp low-carb salad alongside.
Sale items used: Morton's of Omaha Beef Tenderloin ($2.99/lb), Baby Bella Mushrooms ($1.29 per 8-oz. pkg), Cucumbers ($2.99 per pkg)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of beef tenderloin for 2 people (about 8 oz. per person), costing roughly $2.99; use 1 pkg (8 oz.) Baby Bella Mushrooms and 1 pkg cucumbers split between 2 servings. Net carbs per serving are under 6g.
Recipes:
- Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Mushrooms - Keto Cooking Wins
- Beef Tenderloin with Garden Salad - Strawberry Cream Kitchen

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Cooked Fresh Pork with Steamable Vegetable Medley
Description: Two fresh pork chops or cutlets are seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper then pan-seared until cooked through with a caramelized crust, making a hearty low-carb dinner for two. A bag of Season's Steamable Medley is microwaved and finished with a pat of butter and a pinch of salt to serve as the vegetable side.
Sale items used: Fresh Pork ($3.99/lb), Season's Steamable Medley ($1.79 each)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of fresh pork (about 2 boneless chops or cutlets at roughly 8 oz. each), costing roughly $3.99; use 1 bag of Steamable Medley split between 2 servings. Net carbs per serving are under 8g depending on the vegetable blend.

Friday
Meal: Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks with Baby Bella Mushrooms and Cucumber Slices
Description: Two Ahi tuna steaks are coated in sesame seeds and seared quickly in a very hot skillet to a rare-to-medium-rare center, creating a restaurant-quality low-carb dinner for two at home. Sauteed Baby Bella mushrooms and cool cucumber slices dressed with a splash of rice vinegar and sesame oil complete the plate with minimal carbs.
Sale items used: Ahi Tuna Steaks ($8.99 per pack), Baby Bella Mushrooms ($1.29 per 8-oz. pkg), Cucumbers ($2.99 per pkg)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One pack of Ahi Tuna Steaks is assumed to contain 2 steaks suitable for 2 servings; use 1 pkg (8 oz.) Baby Bella Mushrooms and 1 pkg cucumbers split between 2 servings. Sear tuna no more than 60 to 90 seconds per side to preserve the tender center. Net carbs per serving are under 5g.
Recipes:
- Jennifer's Keto Ahi Tuna with Mushroom Cream Sauce
- Keto Tuna Steak Dinner with Spinach and Mushrooms | Carb Manager
- Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks (Best Seasoning + Marinade) - Little Pine Kitchen

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Perdue Fresh Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lbs): $1.34
- Baby Bella Mushrooms x3 pkgs (8 oz. each, for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday): $3.87
- Seasoned Chicken x2 pieces: $2.30
- Season's Steamable Medley x2 bags (Tuesday and Thursday): $3.58
- Morton's of Omaha Beef Tenderloin (1 lb): $2.99
- Cucumbers x2 pkgs (Wednesday and Friday): $5.98
- Fresh Pork (1 lb): $3.99
- Ahi Tuna Steaks (1 pack): $8.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Red wine vinegar
- Fresh dill (or dried)
- Sesame seeds
- Sesame oil
- Rice vinegar