ALDI Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Bean and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Description: Zucchini halves are hollowed out and filled with a savory mix of baked beans and melted Havarti cheese, then baked until tender. A simple, protein-packed vegetarian main perfect for two.
Sale items used: Organic Zucchini, Dakota's Pride Assorted Baked Beans, Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 large zucchini (about 1 lb total), 3/4 cup baked beans, and 2 slices of Havarti cheese, chopped, for the filling.

Check the label: some baked beans are cooked with bacon or pork fat.

Recipes:
- Vegetarian Zucchini Boats Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Peanut and Zucchini Stir-Fry over Rice
Description: Crisp zucchini and roasted peanuts are stir-fried in a savory sauce and served over steamed rice for a quick, satisfying vegetarian dinner. A great way to use extra zucchini from the sale.
Sale items used: Organic Zucchini, Southern Grove Dry Roasted Peanuts with Sea Salt
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb zucchini, sliced, and 1/3 cup peanuts, with 1 cup dry rice cooked to yield about 2 cups for 2 servings.

Wednesday
Meal: Black Bean Burgers with Avocado on Brioche Buns
Description: Hearty homemade black bean patties are grilled and topped with fresh avocado slices, served on toasted brioche buns. A filling, plant-based twist on a classic burger night.
Sale items used: Organic Avocados, Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Make 2 patties from 1 can (15 oz) black beans, and use 1/2 avocado per burger with 2 brioche buns total.

Thursday
Meal: Cheesy Corn and Egg Skillet
Description: Sweet corn kernels and scrambled eggs are cooked together in a skillet with melted cheese for a quick, protein-rich breakfast-for-dinner. Simple, colorful, and ready in under 20 minutes.
Sale items used: Sweet Corn, Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 ears of corn (kernels removed), 4 eggs, and 2 slices of Havarti cheese, torn into pieces, for 2 servings.
Recipes:
- Veggie Skillet Eggs | Food Hero | Recipe
- Corn and Cheddar Egg Bake - Sweet Savory and Steph
- Southwest Veggie Breakfast Skillet {Vegetarian} - The Live-In Kitchen

Friday
Meal: Loaded Cheese and Salsa Con Queso Nachos
Description: Crispy lime tortilla chips are layered with melted queso, salsa, and shredded cheese for a fun, shareable vegetarian dinner. Ready in minutes and perfect for a relaxed Friday night.
Sale items used: Clancy's Lime Tortilla Chips, Casa Mamita Salsa Con Queso, Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use half the bag of chips (about 6.5 oz), 3/4 cup salsa con queso, and 2 slices of Havarti cheese, shredded, split across 2 plates.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Organic Zucchini (2 lbs): $4.78
- Dakota's Pride Assorted Baked Beans (1 can): $1.99
Check the label: some baked beans are cooked with bacon or pork fat.
- Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda (2 packs): $2.90
- Southern Grove Dry Roasted Peanuts with Sea Salt (1 bag): $2.29
- Organic Avocados (1 pack of 4): $3.69
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns (1 pack): $3.99
- Sweet Corn (1 pack of 4): $2.39
- Casa Mamita Salsa Con Queso (1 jar): $2.29
- Clancy's Lime Tortilla Chips (1 bag): $2.15

Pantry staples needed:
- Canned black beans (1 can, 15 oz)
- Eggs (4)
- Rice (1 cup dry)
- Cooking oil
- Salt, pepper, cumin
- Breadcrumbs or flour (for burger binding)
- Garlic and onion (optional, for flavor)