ALDI Standard 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
- Cotton Candy Grapes: $4.49 per 2-lb pkg
- Washington Whole Seedless Grapes: $2.79 per 6-pack

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Carne Asada Skewer Bowls with Grilled Mini Sweet Corn
Description: One pack of Marc Angelo Carne Asada Beef Skewers is grilled and sliced over a bed of rice with fresh toppings like salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheddar. Two ears of mini sweet corn from the 4-pack are grilled alongside and served as a smoky, charred side right in the bowl.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Carne Asada Beef Skewers ($3.39), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack), Happy Farms Cheddar ($3.79)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 skewer pack (the full single package is a reasonable single serving), 2 mini corn cobs from the 4-pack (saving 2 for Thursday)
Recipes:
- Easy 30 Minute Carne Asada Bowls
- Grilled Carne Asada Bowls - SueBee Homemaker
- Carne Asada Burrito Bowls - Damn Delicious

Tuesday
Meal: Classic Smash Burgers with Cheddar and Grape Clusters on the Side
Description: About one-third of the Wavy Ground Beef package is formed into two thin patties, smashed on a hot cast iron skillet, and topped with melted cheddar for a diner-style double smash burger. A small cluster of Cotton Candy Grapes on the side adds a sweet, refreshing contrast to the savory burger.
Sale items used: Wavy Ground Beef ($4.99 each), Happy Farms Cheddar ($3.79), Cotton Candy Grapes ($4.49 per 2-lb pkg)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 1/3 lb of ground beef used (roughly 1/3 of the package), 2 slices of cheddar, about 1 cup of grapes
Recipes:
- Smash Burger Recipe
- Cheddar Smash Burgers Recipe | HelloFresh
- Smash Burger Recipe - Sugar Spun Run

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Salmon with Corn on the Cob and a Fresh Herb Butter
Description: A single portion of salmon fillet from the Fresh Salmon Side is seared skin-side down in a hot skillet with butter, garlic, and fresh herbs until golden and flaky. One mini sweet corn cob from the reserved 4-pack is boiled or grilled and finished with a pat of herb butter for a simple, elegant weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh Salmon Side ($8.29), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn (already purchased Monday)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 lb of salmon cut from the side (roughly a 6 to 8 oz portion), 1 mini corn cob from the saved 4-pack
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Salmon + Herbed Butter Sauce
- Crispy Pan Seared Salmon With Herb Butter
- Italian Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Salmon

Thursday
Meal: Teriyaki Chicken Skewer Rice Bowls with Cheddar-Topped Sweet Corn
Description: One pack of Marc Angelo Teriyaki Chicken Skewers is grilled or broiled and served over steamed white rice with sesame seeds, sliced green onion, and a drizzle of extra teriyaki sauce. The last mini sweet corn cob from the 4-pack is roasted and topped with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar for a fun fusion side.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki Chicken Skewers ($3.39), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn (already purchased Monday), Happy Farms Cheddar (already purchased Tuesday)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 skewer pack (single serving portion), 1 mini corn cob (the last of the 4-pack), a small handful of shredded cheddar from the block
Recipes:
- Quick Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls Recipe
- Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl (Amazing Recipe)
- Teriyaki Chicken Bowl Recipe - Dinner at the Zoo

Friday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Beef Taco Night with Grapes for Dessert
Description: The remaining ground beef (roughly 2/3 of the Wavy package from Tuesday) is browned with taco seasoning and piled into warm tortillas with melted cheddar, salsa, and your favorite toppings for a satisfying end-of-week taco feast. A generous bunch of Washington Whole Seedless Grapes serves as a cool, refreshing dessert to finish the meal.
Sale items used: Wavy Ground Beef (remaining portion from Tuesday), Happy Farms Cheddar (remaining from earlier in the week), Washington Whole Seedless Grapes ($2.79 per 6-pack)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 2/3 lb of ground beef (the remainder of the package), 2 to 3 taco shells or tortillas, a handful of shredded cheddar, 1 bunch of grapes from the 6-pack
Recipes:
- Cheesy Ground Beef Tacos Recipe | Ree Drummond | Food Network
- Cheesy Beef and Bean Tacos - Cooking in the Midwest
- Easy Ground Beef Tacos (20 minutes!) - I Heart Naptime

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Marc Angelo Carne Asada Beef Skewers (x1 pack): $3.39
- Marc Angelo Teriyaki Chicken Skewers (x1 pack): $3.39
- Wavy Ground Beef (x1 package): $4.99
- Fresh Salmon Side (0.5 lb at $8.29/lb): $4.15
- Bagged Mini Sweet Corn (x1 pack of 4): $2.39
- Happy Farms Cheddar (x1 block): $3.79
- Cotton Candy Grapes (x1 two-lb pkg): $4.49
- Washington Whole Seedless Grapes (x1 six-pack): $2.79

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (for Monday and Thursday bowls)
- Taco seasoning packet
- Small flour or corn tortillas
- Butter (for herb butter on salmon and corn)
- Garlic cloves
- Fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Salsa (jarred)
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Extra teriyaki sauce (optional, for Thursday bowl)
- Burger buns (x2 for Tuesday smash burgers)