Food Lion Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Boneless Strip Steak: $12.99/lb
- Beef Steak: $7.99/lb
- Beef Steak Boneless: $8.79/lb
- Fried Chicken: $7.99
- Fried Chicken Tenders: $3.99
- Ground Chuck: $5.99/lb
- Hot Dogs: $4.49
- Polish Sausage: $8.79
- Fresh Sliced Chicken Breast: $8.99/lb
- Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage: $4.49
- Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil: $11.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Asparagus: $2.49/lb
- Portobello Mushrooms: $1.99/pkg
- Red Tomatoes: $1.49/lb
- Yellow Squash: 2/$6
- Red Potatoes: $2.49 (excluded - not low-carb)

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Garlic Butter Boneless Strip Steak with Sauteed Asparagus and Portobello Mushrooms
Description: Pan-seared boneless strip steaks basted in garlic herb butter, served alongside sauteed asparagus spears and earthy portobello mushrooms. This classic low-carb steakhouse-style dinner is packed with protein and rich, savory flavor using only on-sale ingredients.
Sale items used: Boneless Strip Steak ($12.99), Asparagus ($2.49), Portobello Mushrooms ($1.99), Butter ($2/$5)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 lbs of Boneless Strip Steak (approx. 2-4 steaks depending on cut weight) for 4 people. Use 1 bunch asparagus and 1 pkg portobello mushrooms. Use 2 tablespoons of butter total for basting and sauteing.
Recipes:
- [Garlic Butter Steak with Asparagus and Mushrooms]
- [Steak and Mushroom Bites with Asparagus]
- [Pan-Seared Steak with Mushrooms and Asparagus]

Tuesday
Meal: Cheesy Ground Chuck Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Tomato
Description: Large portobello mushroom caps filled with well-seasoned ground chuck, diced red tomatoes, and melted cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly. This low-carb comfort meal delivers big cheeseburger-style flavor with only about 5g net carbs per serving.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck ($5.99), Portobello Mushrooms ($1.99), Red Tomatoes ($1.49), Cheese ($2/$4)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs ground chuck and 4 large portobello mushroom caps (1 per person). Dice 1-2 red tomatoes and top each cap with shredded cheese from sale. One mushroom cap per person makes a satisfying serving.
Recipes:
- [Keto Cheeseburger Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Caps]
- [Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Beef and Cheese]
- [Keto Meatloaf Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms]

Wednesday
Meal: Creamy Chicken Breast and Yellow Squash Bake
Description: Sliced chicken breast and tender yellow squash are baked together in a creamy, cheesy sauce with Italian seasonings for a warm and satisfying casserole. With only about 6g net carbs per serving, this one-dish oven meal is a family-friendly low-carb crowd-pleaser.
Sale items used: Fresh Sliced Chicken Breast ($8.99), Yellow Squash (2/$6), Cheese ($2/$4), Butter ($2/$5), Sour Cream ($2/$4)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of fresh sliced chicken breast and 3 medium yellow squash (approx. 3 squash total) for 4 servings. Use 1/2 cup shredded sale cheese and 2 tablespoons of butter for the sauce. Sour cream can sub as a creamy base in place of heavy cream.
Recipes:
- [Low-Carb Creamy Chicken and Summer Squash]
- [Easy Baked Chicken with Zucchini and Yellow Squash]
- [Baked Chicken and Zucchini Casserole with Tomatoes]

Thursday
Meal: Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage and Yellow Squash Sheet Pan Dinner
Description: Sliced Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage is roasted alongside chunked yellow squash, red tomato, and asparagus on a single sheet pan with garlic and smoky paprika seasonings. This effortless one-pan dinner is ready in under 30 minutes and packs bold, smoky flavor with very low net carbs.
Sale items used: Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage ($4.49), Yellow Squash (2/$6), Asparagus ($2.49), Red Tomatoes ($1.49)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packages of Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage, sliced into 1-inch rounds. Add 2 medium yellow squash (chunked), half a bunch of asparagus (cut into 2-inch pieces), and 1 red tomato (quartered). Spread across a large sheet pan in a single layer for proper roasting.
Recipes:
- [Keto Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies]
- [Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies]
- [Low-Carb Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies]

Friday
Meal: Keto-Style Seafood Boil with Asparagus and Butter Sauce
Description: The Tastee Choice or Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil is prepared low-carb style by serving the seasoned seafood over a bed of steamed asparagus and sauteed portobello mushrooms, drizzled with a garlic herb butter sauce - skipping any included corn or potato components. This fun, festive Friday feast is big on Cajun flavor and is naturally low in carbs when served without the starchy fillers.
Sale items used: Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil ($11.99), Asparagus ($2.49), Portobello Mushrooms ($1.99), Butter ($2/$5)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of the Seafood Boil for 4 people. Steam or roast 1 full bunch of asparagus and 1 pkg sliced portobello mushrooms as the low-carb base. Melt 3-4 tablespoons of sale butter with garlic and herbs for drizzling. Discard any potato or corn components included in the boil package.
Recipes:
- [Keto Seafood Boil]
- [Keto Shrimp Boil - Low Carb Yum]
- [Keto Low Country Seafood Bake with Avocado Butter Sauce]

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale this week at Food Lion:
- Boneless Strip Steak - approx. 2 lbs ($12.99/lb)
- Ground Chuck - 1.5 lbs ($5.99/lb)
- Fresh Sliced Chicken Breast - 1.5 lbs ($8.99/lb)
- Jack Daniel's Smoked Sausage - 2 packages ($4.49 each)
- Taste of Inspirations Seafood Boil - 1 package ($11.99)
- Asparagus - 2 bunches ($2.49 each)
- Portobello Mushrooms - 2 packages ($1.99 each)
- Yellow Squash - 3 medium squash (2/$6 priced by weight/bundle)
- Red Tomatoes - 2 tomatoes ($1.49/lb)
- Butter - 1 package ($2/$5 deal, buy 2)
- Shredded Cheese - 1 bag ($2/$4 deal, buy 2)
- Sour Cream - 1 container ($2/$4 deal)

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil - 1 bottle (for searing, roasting, and sheet pan meals)
- Garlic - 1 head (used in nearly every meal)
- Salt and black pepper (for all 5 meals)
- Italian seasoning or dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, oregano) - for steak, chicken, and sausage dishes
- Smoked paprika - for sheet pan sausage meal
- Garlic powder and onion powder - for stuffed mushrooms and casserole
- Heavy cream or cream cheese - optional boost for Wednesday's creamy chicken bake (if sour cream is not enough)
- Worcestershire sauce - small bottle for stuffed mushroom filling seasoning
- Fresh parsley - optional garnish for seafood boil and sheet pan nights

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the provided Food Lion sales flyer for the week of May 20 - May 26, 2026, and may vary by location. Check your local Food Lion store for actual pricing and product availability. Sale prices may require a Food Lion MVP card. Net carb estimates are approximate and may vary based on specific brands, portion sizes, and preparation methods - always verify with your own nutritional tracking if following a strict therapeutic low-carb or ketogenic protocol.