ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Marinated Pork Loin Filet with Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: Two portions of juicy marinated pork loin filet are seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, then served alongside a generous saute of earthy baby bella mushrooms in butter and garlic. This simple, satisfying low-carb dinner comes together quickly and lets the flavorful marinade on the pork do most of the work.
Sale items used: Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet, Baby Bella Mushrooms
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of pork loin filet (0.5 lb per person) at $2.99/lb, total protein cost $2.99. Use 1 package (8 oz) of baby bella mushrooms split between two servings. Slice mushrooms and saute in butter with garlic while pork rests after searing.
Recipes:
- Lemon Garlic Pork Steaks with Mushrooms

Tuesday
Meal: Kielbasa and Mushroom Skillet with Avocado
Description: Sliced polska kielbasa is browned in a skillet with sauteed baby bella mushrooms, creating a smoky, savory one-pan meal that is hearty and deeply satisfying. Each plate is topped with sliced fresh avocado to add healthy fats and a creamy contrast to the rich kielbasa.
Sale items used: Parkview Polska Kielbasa, Baby Bella Mushrooms, Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package (13-14 oz) of kielbasa, sliced into rounds and split evenly between 2 servings. Use 1 package (8 oz) of baby bella mushrooms. Top each plate with half of 1 avocado ($0.59 each), so purchase 1 avocado total. Net carbs are well under 20g per serving.

Wednesday
Meal: Broiled Chicken Thighs with Cucumber Salad and Cheddar
Description: Bone-in or boneless chicken thighs are seasoned and broiled until the skin is crispy and the meat is juicy, then served alongside a cool, crunchy mini cucumber salad. Shredded or sliced sharp cheddar is added on top of or alongside the chicken for a rich, satisfying low-carb finish.
Sale items used: Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Mini Cucumbers, Happy Farms 2% Milk Mexican or Sharp Cheddar
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 to 3 thighs per person) at $2.49/lb, total protein cost $2.49. Use half the 16-oz bag of mini cucumbers, sliced thin, dressed with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Use about 3 oz of cheddar (roughly one-quarter of the 11-oz block) split between two servings.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Browned Ground Beef and Tomato Basil Saute with Parmesan and Avocado
Description: One pound of organic grass-fed ground beef is browned in a skillet, then tossed with a ladleful of tomato basil and garlic pasta sauce for a rich, low-carb meat saute that eats like a deconstructed Bolognese without any pasta. Each bowl is finished with freshly grated Parmesan and slices of creamy avocado to add depth and healthy fat.
Sale items used: Simply Nature Fresh Organic 85/15 Grass-Fed Ground Beef, Reggano Meat or Tomato Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce, Reggano Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano Cheese, Avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb of ground beef (flat-price package at $5.99), split evenly between 2 servings. Use approximately one-third of the 24-oz jar of pasta sauce (about 8 oz total) to keep net carbs low - check label and limit to roughly 1/2 cup per serving. Use about 2 oz of Parmesan split between servings. Purchase 1 avocado ($0.59 each) and slice half per person.

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Fresh Lamb Steaks with Guacamole and Salsa
Description: Two lamb steaks are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic, then seared in a cast-iron skillet to a beautiful medium crust, making for an impressive yet easy end-of-week dinner. They are served with a generous spoonful of creamy deli-style guacamole and a side of cantina salsa for a bold, low-carb plate with Mediterranean and Tex-Mex flair.
Sale items used: Fresh Lamb Steaks, ALDI Deli Style Guacamole, Park Street Deli Cantina Salsa
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of lamb steaks (0.5 lb per person, typically 1 steak each) at $8.99/lb, total protein cost $8.99. Serve each steak with 2 to 3 tablespoons of guacamole from the 15-oz container and 2 tablespoons of salsa per person. Both condiments are low-carb in reasonable portions - avoid exceeding about 1/4 cup salsa per serving to stay under 20g net carbs.
Recipes:
- Pan-Fried Lamb Chops Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet (1 lb): $2.99
- Baby Bella Mushrooms (x2 packages, 8 oz each): $2.58
- Parkview Polska Kielbasa (x1 package, 13-14 oz): $2.89
- Avocados (x3 each): $1.77
- Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb): $2.49
- Mini Cucumbers (x1 package, 16 oz): $1.69
- Happy Farms 2% Milk Mexican or Sharp Cheddar 11 oz (x1): $2.79
- Simply Nature Fresh Organic 85/15 Grass-Fed Ground Beef 1 lb (x1): $5.99
- Reggano Tomato, Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce 24 oz (x1): $1.69
- Reggano Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano Cheese 8 oz (x1): $2.79
- Fresh Lamb Steaks (1 lb): $8.99
- ALDI Deli Style Guacamole 15 oz (x1): $4.29
- Park Street Deli Cantina Salsa 16 oz (x1): $2.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or butter (for searing and sauteing)
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Red wine vinegar or white vinegar (for cucumber salad)
- Dried Italian seasoning or garlic powder (for chicken and lamb)
- Paper towels (for patting proteins dry before searing)