ALDI Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Black Bean and Avocado Rice Bowl with Cheddar
Description: A hearty and satisfying rice bowl built on fluffy ready-to-eat rice topped with seasoned black beans, sliced fresh avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese. This colorful vegetarian bowl comes together in minutes and delivers plenty of plant-based protein and healthy fats for two.
Sale items used: Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups, Simply Nature Organic Black Beans, Avocados, Happy Farms 2% Milk Mexican or Sharp Cheddar
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 rice cups (one per person), 1 can of black beans (split between two bowls), 2 avocados (one per person), and roughly 3 oz of shredded cheddar total. Warm the rice cups and beans in the microwave, then assemble cold toppings fresh.
Recipes:
- Mexican Rice Breakfast Bowl

Tuesday
Meal: Priano Stuffed Shells Baked with Tomato Basil Garlic Sauce and Mozzarella
Description: Tender cheese-stuffed pasta shells are nestled in a rich tomato basil garlic sauce and blanketed with melted mozzarella for a classic Italian baked pasta dinner. The 20 oz package provides a generous serving for two with minimal prep required beyond assembling and baking.
Sale items used: Priano Stuffed Shells or Manicotti, Reggano Tomato Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce, Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella
Prep time: 15 minutes prep plus 45 minutes baking
Serving note: Use the full 20 oz package of stuffed shells (approximately 5 to 6 shells per person), the full 24 oz jar of pasta sauce poured over the top, and about 6 oz of shredded mozzarella. Make-ahead tip: assemble the dish up to a day ahead, refrigerate covered, and bake straight from the fridge adding 10 extra minutes to the bake time.
Recipes:
- Easy Stuffed Pasta Shells
- Vegetarian Stuffed Shells with a Spicy Homemade Tomato Sauce

Wednesday
Meal: Reggano Cheesy Skillet Dinner with Sauteed Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: A quick and comforting one-pan skillet meal featuring the Reggano cheesy pasta kit enriched with golden sauteed baby bella mushrooms stirred right in. The mushrooms add a meaty, earthy depth that makes this simple skillet feel like a complete vegetarian dinner for two.
Sale items used: Reggano Cheesy Skillet Dinner, Baby Bella Mushrooms
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 box of the Reggano Cheesy Skillet Dinner and 1 full 8 oz package of baby bella mushrooms. Slice the mushrooms and saute them in a little butter or olive oil until golden before adding them to the skillet dinner in the final few minutes of cooking. The box serves 2 generously.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Parmesan Romano and Peach Arugula Salad
Description: Pillowy gnocchi are pan-fried in butter until crispy and golden on the outside, then finished with a generous shower of Parmesan Romano cheese for a simple but impressive dinner. A fresh side salad of sliced ripe peaches over peppery arugula with a light drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon rounds out the plate beautifully.
Sale items used: Priano Gnocchi, Reggano Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano Cheese, Peaches
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 17.6 oz package of gnocchi split between two plates, about 2 oz of grated Parmesan Romano over the top, and roughly 0.75 lb of peaches (assumed total weight, approximately 2 to 3 medium peaches) sliced for the salad. Arugula is a pantry-adjacent fresh green; pick up a small bag if not on hand.

Check the label: many hard cheeses are set with animal rennet.

Recipes:
- Pan-Fried Gnocchi Salad

Friday
Meal: Homemade Vegetarian Pizza with Spicy Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, and Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: Fresh ALDI pizza dough is stretched and topped with zesty spicy pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and savory sauteed baby bella mushrooms for a Friday night homemade pizza that rivals any delivery. The 16 oz dough ball makes one generous pizza that feeds two comfortably with a crispy, chewy crust.
Sale items used: Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Pizza Dough, Reggano Spicy Pizza Sauce, Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella, Baby Bella Mushrooms
Prep time: 20 minutes prep plus 15 minutes baking
Serving note: Use 1 dough ball (16 oz), about half the 14 oz jar of spicy pizza sauce (save the rest for dipping or another use), roughly 6 oz of shredded mozzarella, and 1 full 8 oz package of baby bella mushrooms sliced thin. Let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before stretching for best results.
Recipes:
- The Best Foolproof Mushroom Pizza Recipe
- Vegetarian Mushroom Pizza Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups (x2): $3.30
- Simply Nature Organic Black Beans (x1 can): $0.99
- Avocados (x2): $1.18
- Happy Farms Mexican or Sharp Cheddar 11 oz (x1): $2.79
- Priano Stuffed Shells 20 oz (x1): $4.89
- Reggano Tomato Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce 24 oz (x1): $1.69
- Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella 16 oz (x1): $3.29
- Reggano Cheesy Skillet Dinner (x1): $2.79
- Baby Bella Mushrooms 8 oz (x2 pkgs): $2.58
- Priano Gnocchi 17.6 oz (x1): $1.89
- Reggano Parmesan or Parmesan and Romano Cheese 8 oz (x1): $2.79
Check the label: many hard cheeses are set with animal rennet.
- Peaches (approx. 0.75 lb): $1.04
- Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Pizza Dough 16 oz (x1): $1.19
- Reggano Spicy Pizza Sauce 14 oz (x1): $1.09

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder or fresh garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Lemon (for peach salad dressing)
- Arugula (fresh, small bag)
- Red pepper flakes (optional garnish)