ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Polska Kielbasa with Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms and Avocado
Description: Sliced Polska Kielbasa is pan-seared until golden and served alongside buttery sauteed Baby Bella mushrooms for a hearty, satisfying low-carb dinner for two. Fresh sliced avocado on the side adds healthy fats and a creamy contrast to the smoky sausage.
Sale items used: Parkview Polska Kielbasa (1 pack, 13-14 oz), Baby Bella Mushrooms (1 pack, 8 oz), Avocados (2 each)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 full pack of kielbasa (about 13-14 oz) split between 2 people, 1 full 8-oz pack of mushrooms split between 2, and 1 avocado per person. Net carbs are well under 10g per serving.

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with Mini Cucumbers and Avocado Salad
Description: Juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs are seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and herbs then baked until golden for a simple and protein-rich low-carb meal. Sliced mini cucumbers and diced avocado are tossed together with a squeeze of lemon for a fresh and cooling side salad.
Sale items used: Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb), Mini Cucumbers (1 pack, 16 oz), Avocados (2 each)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of chicken thighs (about 2 to 3 thighs) split between 2 people, half the cucumber pack per person, and 1 avocado per person. Net carbs are under 8g per serving.

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet-Seared Marinated Pork Loin Filet with Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms and Melted Sharp Cheddar
Description: Sliced marinated pork loin filet is seared in a hot skillet until caramelized, then topped with melted sharp cheddar for a rich and satisfying low-carb dinner. Sauteed Baby Bella mushrooms cooked in butter round out the plate with earthy flavor and minimal carbs.
Sale items used: Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet (1 lb), Baby Bella Mushrooms (1 pack, 8 oz), Happy Farms 2% Milk Mexican or Sharp Cheddar (1 pack, 11 oz)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of pork loin filet split between 2 people, 1 full 8-oz mushroom pack split between 2, and about 2 oz of shredded cheddar per person. Net carbs are under 5g per serving.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Lamb Steaks with Tomato Basil Sauce and Shredded Mozzarella
Description: Lamb steaks are seared in a hot skillet to a beautiful crust and finished with a ladle of tomato basil pasta sauce and a generous topping of shredded mozzarella melted over the top. This bold and elegant low-carb dinner comes together quickly and feels restaurant-worthy for two.
Sale items used: Fresh Lamb Steaks (1 lb), Reggano Meat or Tomato, Basil & Garlic Pasta Sauce (1 jar, 24 oz), Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella (1 bag, 16 oz)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of lamb steaks split between 2 people, about 1/2 cup of pasta sauce per serving (roughly 8 oz total used from the jar), and about 2 oz of shredded mozzarella per person. Net carbs from the sauce portion used are approximately 6g per serving, keeping the total well under 20g.

Friday
Meal: Baked Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Chicken Breast with Parmesan and Mini Cucumbers
Description: The pre-seasoned sun-dried tomato and basil chicken breasts are baked until juicy and finished with a generous dusting of Parmesan cheese for a flavorful and effortless low-carb dinner. Crisp sliced mini cucumbers served on the side with olive oil and salt keep the plate fresh and light.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil Boneless Chicken Breast (1 lb), Reggano Parmesan or Parmesan & Romano Cheese (1 pack, 8 oz), Mini Cucumbers (1 pack, 16 oz)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of seasoned chicken breast split between 2 people, about 2 oz of Parmesan per person, and half the cucumber pack per person. Net carbs are under 6g per serving.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Parkview Polska Kielbasa, 1 pack (13-14 oz): $2.89
- Baby Bella Mushrooms, 2 packs (8 oz each): $2.58
- Avocados, 4 each (Monday x2, Tuesday x2): $2.36
- Fresh Antibiotic Free Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb): $2.49
- Mini Cucumbers, 2 packs (16 oz each, Tuesday and Friday): $3.38
- Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet (1 lb): $2.99
- Happy Farms Sharp Cheddar (11 oz): $2.79
- Fresh Lamb Steaks (1 lb): $8.99
- Reggano Tomato, Basil & Garlic Pasta Sauce (24 oz): $1.69
- Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella (16 oz): $3.29
- Fresh Seasoned Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil Boneless Chicken Breast (1 lb): $4.99
- Reggano Parmesan or Parmesan & Romano Cheese (8 oz): $2.79

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried Italian herbs or oregano
- Lemon (for cucumber and avocado salad)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)