ALDI Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Wings with Roasted Zucchini
Description: Crispy oven-baked chicken wings seasoned with garlic, paprika, and black pepper make a satisfying weeknight dinner for two. Sliced zucchini roasted alongside soaks up the savory drippings and rounds out the plate beautifully.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings ($1.69/lb), Zucchini ($1.19/lb)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes oven time
Serving note: Use approximately 2 lbs of chicken wings (about 8-10 wings, plenty for two) and 1 lb of zucchini. Total wing cost is roughly $3.38 and zucchini cost is roughly $1.19. Wings take 45 minutes at 425F - pat them very dry before seasoning for maximum crispiness.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked Chicken Wings (Crispy & Easy)

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Belly with Glazed Carrots
Description: Thick slices of fresh pork belly are seared in a hot cast iron pan until the fat renders and the exterior turns deep golden brown. Organic baby carrots glazed with honey and a splash of soy sauce add sweetness and color to balance the rich pork.
Sale items used: Fresh Pork Belly Slab ($2.99/lb), Organic Baby Peeled Carrots 16-oz bag ($1.49)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 30 minutes cook time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of pork belly (about 4-6 thick slices, ideal for two) at $2.99 total, and one 16-oz bag of carrots at $1.49. Score the pork belly skin before searing to help fat render evenly. Total cook time runs close to 40 minutes so start the carrots about 15 minutes after the pork.
Recipes:
- Glazed Pork Belly Recipe
- Pan Seared Pork Chops With Glazed Carrots

Wednesday
Meal: Beef Shawarma Bowls with Hummus and Cucumber
Description: Thinly sliced shawarma beef is seasoned with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garlic then quickly seared in a hot pan until caramelized and fragrant. Served over rice with a generous scoop of hummus, sliced cucumber, and a drizzle of olive oil for a restaurant-quality bowl at home.
Sale items used: Fresh Beef for Shawarma ($7.49/lb), Park Street Deli Hummus Mini Cups 12-oz ($3.45)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 15 minutes cook time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of shawarma beef ($7.49 total) which gives each person a generous portion. One 12-oz hummus cup ($3.45) provides more than enough for two bowls with some left over for snacking. Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes before cooking if time allows - mix spices with a little oil and lemon juice.
Recipes:
- Middle Eastern-Spiced Beef Shawarma Bowls Recipe
- Beef Shawarma Hummus

Thursday
Meal: Seared Ahi Tuna Steaks with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Description: Fresh ahi tuna steaks are coated in sesame seeds and seared in a screaming hot pan for just 60-90 seconds per side, leaving the center beautifully rare and silky. Halved Brussels sprouts roasted with olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes provide a nutty, slightly charred counterpoint to the delicate tuna.
Sale items used: Ahi Tuna Steaks ($8.99/lb), Brussels Sprouts 1-lb pkg ($2.39)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 25 minutes oven time for sprouts, 5 minutes for tuna
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of ahi tuna (two steaks, one per person) at $8.99 total. One 1-lb bag of Brussels sprouts ($2.39) is the perfect amount for two sides. Roast the sprouts first at 425F for 20-25 minutes, then sear the tuna right before serving so it stays warm and fresh.
Recipes:
- Seared Ahi Tuna with Brussel Sprouts

Friday
Meal: Crispy Chicken Wings with Tzatziki Dipping Sauce and Watermelon
Description: A fun end-of-week spread featuring crispy baked chicken wings served with cool, garlicky tzatziki for dipping and thick slices of chilled watermelon on the side. The combination of hot savory wings, creamy tangy sauce, and sweet juicy watermelon makes this feel like a backyard party for two.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings ($1.69/lb), Park Street Deli Hummus or Tzatziki Snackers 3.5-oz ($1.39), Whole Seedless Watermelon ($4.49 each)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 45 minutes oven time
Serving note: Use approximately 2 lbs of chicken wings ($3.38 total) for a generous Friday feast for two. One 3.5-oz tzatziki snacker ($1.39) is a perfect single-serve dipping portion - grab two if you like extra sauce. One whole watermelon ($4.49) gives you plenty for the meal plus leftovers all weekend. Wings benefit from the same dry-bake method as Monday - pat dry and season well before going into a 425F oven.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Farmer Focus Whole Chicken Wings (4 lbs total, used across Monday and Friday): $6.76
- Fresh Pork Belly Slab (1 lb): $2.99
- Fresh Beef for Shawarma (1 lb): $7.49
- Ahi Tuna Steaks (1 lb): $8.99
- Zucchini (1 lb): $1.19
- Brussels Sprouts, 1-lb pkg (x1): $2.39
- Organic Baby Peeled Carrots, 16-oz bag (x1): $1.49
- Whole Seedless Watermelon (x1): $4.49
- Park Street Deli Hummus Mini Cups, 12-oz (x1): $3.45
- Park Street Deli Tzatziki Snackers, 3.5-oz (x2): $2.78

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Paprika (smoked or sweet)
- Cumin
- Coriander
- Turmeric
- Red pepper flakes
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Sesame seeds
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Rice (for shawarma bowls)
- Lemon (for shawarma marinade)
- Cucumber (for shawarma bowls and tzatziki)