ALDI Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Chicken Wings with Zucchini and Grape Tomatoes
Description: Crispy oven-baked chicken wings are seasoned and roasted alongside sliced zucchini and halved grape tomatoes for a colorful, satisfying weeknight dinner for two. The vegetables roast in the same pan, soaking up the savory drippings for maximum flavor with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings, Zucchini, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 2 lbs of chicken wings (about 8-10 wings) for two people. Use 1 medium zucchini (about 0.5 lb) and half of the 10 oz grape tomato package. Total cook time is about 45 minutes - preheat your oven while you prep the vegetables to save time.
Recipes:
- Chicken Zucchini Tomato Bake

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Turkey Skillet with Zucchini and Sourdough
Description: Seasoned ground turkey is browned in a skillet with diced zucchini, garlic, and grape tomatoes to create a hearty one-pan meal with bright, fresh flavors. Thick slices of toasted sourdough round are served alongside to soak up the savory pan juices.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz, Zucchini, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg, Specially Selected Sliced Sourdough Round 24 oz
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of ground turkey from the 48 oz package for two people - portion and freeze the remaining turkey in 1 lb increments for future meals. Use 1 medium zucchini (about 0.5 lb) and the remaining half of the grape tomato package. Serve 2 thick slices of sourdough per person.
Recipes:
- Turkey and Zucchini Skillet Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon with Grape Tomatoes and Avocado
Description: Two salmon portions are seared in a hot skillet until golden and flaky, then plated over a simple salad of halved grape tomatoes and sliced creamy avocado. A squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil tie the dish together for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg, Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of salmon (two 8 oz portions) for two people at $8.99/lb. Use one full 10 oz package of grape tomatoes. Use 2 mini avocados from the 6-pack - the remaining 4 avocados will be used later in the week.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Salmon with Florida Grapefruit and Avocado Salsa
- Salmon with Salsa

Thursday
Meal: Smithfield Marinated Pork Strips Stir-Fry with Peaches
Description: Pre-marinated pork strips are quickly stir-fried in a hot pan and paired with sliced fresh peaches that caramelize beautifully, creating a sweet and savory combination with minimal effort. Serve over rice from your pantry for a complete and satisfying meal for two.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz, Peaches
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 16 oz package of pork strips is the perfect amount for two people as a main dish. Purchase approximately 1 lb of peaches (about 3 medium peaches) for $1.39. Slice peaches and add them to the pan in the last 3-4 minutes of cooking so they soften without turning mushy.
Recipes:
- Easy Sweet And Sour Pork Stir Fry With Peaches
- Pork and Peach Stir Fry

Friday
Meal: Smashed 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers on Brioche Buns with Avocado
Description: Thin, crispy-edged smashed beef patties are cooked on a hot skillet or griddle and stacked on toasted brioche buns with sliced avocado, tomato, and your favorite condiments. The 93/7 lean ground beef keeps the burgers flavorful while the rich brioche bun and creamy avocado add indulgence.
Sale items used: Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers, Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz, Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of ground beef for two people (two 8 oz smashed patties each, or four 4 oz patties for a double smash burger per person). Use one package of brioche buns - the pack contains enough buns for this meal with extras for the week. Use 2 of the remaining mini avocados from the 6-pack purchased Wednesday.
Recipes:
- Green Chile And Avocado Cheeseburger On Brioche

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Farmer Focus Fresh Chicken Wings (2 lbs): $4.58
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz (x1 package): $7.99
- Zucchini (1 lb total, used across Monday and Tuesday): $1.19
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg (x2 packages): $3.98
- Specially Selected Sliced Sourdough Round 24 oz (x1): $3.49
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion (1 lb): $8.99
- Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack (x1): $2.89
- Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz (x1): $4.99
- Peaches (1 lb): $1.39
- Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers (1 lb): $6.49
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz (x1): $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika or your preferred wing seasoning
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Lemon (fresh)
- Soy sauce or stir-fry sauce for pork
- Cooked white or brown rice (for Thursday)
- Burger condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo)