Food City Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Black Bean and Fresh Corn Tacos with Lime-Cabbage Slaw
Description: Hearty black bean and roasted fresh corn tacos are seasoned with cumin and chili powder, then loaded into warm tortillas for a satisfying weeknight dinner for two. A crisp lime-dressed green cabbage slaw adds crunch and brightness to every bite.
Sale items used: Fresh Corn (7 pk) - 2 ears used, Green Cabbage ($0.89/lb), Lemons or Limes ($0.79 each)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 ears of corn from the 7-pack (save remaining 5 ears for Wednesday and Thursday), shred approximately 0.5 lb of green cabbage for the slaw, and use 1 lime for dressing; plan for 3 tacos per person using a 6-count small tortilla pack from pantry or store shelf.
Recipes:
- Black Bean Tacos Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Stuffed Green Bell Peppers with Lentils and Food Club Shredded Cheese
Description: Two large green bell peppers are halved, filled with a savory lentil and tomato mixture seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, then topped with melted Food Club shredded cheese and baked until golden. This protein-rich vegetarian dinner is filling and comes together in about an hour for a cozy meal for two.
Sale items used: Green Bell Peppers ($0.99 each) - 2 peppers, Food Club Shredded or Chunk Cheese (6-8 oz) - 1 pack
Prep time: 55 minutes
Serving note: Buy 2 green bell peppers (one per person), halved to make 4 stuffed halves total; use approximately half the 6-8 oz bag of shredded cheese (about 3 oz) on top; cook 0.5 cup dry lentils from pantry which yields about 1.5 cups cooked - enough for both servings. Make-ahead tip: cook lentils up to a day ahead and refrigerate to cut active cook time to about 25 minutes.
Recipes:
- Lentil Stuffed Peppers

Wednesday
Meal: BelGioioso Cheese and Corn Frittata with Cucumber Salad
Description: A golden, oven-finished frittata made with 6 eggs, sweet fresh corn cut from the cob, and creamy BelGioioso cheese makes a simple and elegant dinner for two. A cool sliced cucumber salad dressed with lemon juice and fresh herbs rounds out the plate perfectly.
Sale items used: BelGioioso Cheese Cups (5 oz) - 1 cup, Fresh Corn (7 pk) - 2 ears used, Cucumbers ($0.89 each) - 1 cucumber, Lemons or Limes ($0.79 each) - 1 lemon
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 6 eggs total (3 per person) from pantry or store; cut kernels from 2 ears of corn (from the 7-pack purchased Monday); use the full 5 oz BelGioioso cup; slice 1 whole cucumber for the salad and dress with juice of 1 lemon.

Thursday
Meal: Athens Phyllo Bites with Roasted Corn and Lime-Dressed Green Cabbage
Description: Crispy, golden Athens Phyllo Bites are served alongside sweet oven-roasted corn and a tangy lime-dressed green cabbage slaw for a fun, shareable dinner for two. The combination of flaky phyllo, smoky corn, and bright slaw creates a satisfying and festive plate.
Sale items used: Athens Phyllo Bites (18 ct) - 1 pack, Fresh Corn (7 pk) - 3 ears used, Green Cabbage ($0.89/lb), Lemons or Limes ($0.79 each) - 1 lime
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 18-count pack of Athens Phyllo Bites (9 bites per person); roast kernels from 3 ears of corn (using the last 3 ears from the 7-pack); shred approximately 0.5 lb of green cabbage (from the head purchased Monday - there should be plenty remaining); dress with juice of 1 lime.

Friday
Meal: Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza with Green Bell Pepper and Cucumber Topping Bar
Description: A Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza is baked according to package directions and served with a fresh topping bar of sliced green bell peppers and cool cucumber rounds so each person can customize their slices. This easy Friday night dinner for two is quick, fun, and uses up the last of the week's fresh produce.
Sale items used: Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza ($3.99) - 1 pizza, Green Bell Peppers ($0.99 each) - 1 pepper, Cucumbers ($0.89 each) - 1 cucumber
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 pizza is sufficient for 2 people as a full dinner; slice 1 green bell pepper and 1 cucumber into strips and rounds for the topping bar; check the pizza variety at the store to confirm it is vegetarian (no meat toppings) - choose cheese or veggie varieties only.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Corn (7 pk) - 1 pack (provides 7 ears across Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday): $5.00
- Green Cabbage - approximately 1.25 lbs (used across Monday and Thursday slaws): $1.11
- Green Bell Peppers - 3 peppers (2 for Tuesday stuffed peppers, 1 for Friday topping bar): $2.97
- Cucumbers - 2 cucumbers (1 for Wednesday salad, 1 for Friday topping bar): $1.78
- Lemons or Limes - 3 (1 lime for Monday, 1 lemon for Wednesday, 1 lime for Thursday): $2.37
- Food Club Shredded or Chunk Cheese (6-8 oz) - 1 pack: $1.99
- BelGioioso Cheese Cups (5 oz) - 1 cup: $3.99
- Athens Phyllo Bites (18 ct) - 1 pack: $4.99
- Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza - 1 pizza: $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Small flour or corn tortillas (for Monday tacos)
- Canned black beans (for Monday tacos)
- Dry green or brown lentils (for Tuesday stuffed peppers)
- Canned diced tomatoes (for Tuesday stuffed peppers)
- Eggs - 1 dozen (for Wednesday frittata)
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper
- Sugar (optional, for slaw)