Kroger Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Whole Beef Brisket: $2.99/lb
- Pork Back Ribs: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
- Pork Boston Butt: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
- Private Selection Angus Patties: $10
- Private Selection 80% Lean Ground Chuck: $7
- Home Chef St. Louis Style Ribs: $13.99
- Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp: $7.99/lb
- Eastern Seas Sea Scallops: $12
- Private Selection Wildflower Honey Turkey Breast: $11.99/lb
- Smithfield Bacon: $2.99
- Simple Truth Natural Turkey Burgers: $9.99
- Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage: $4.99
- Boneless Ribeye Steaks: $14.99/lb
- Amylu Chicken Sausage: $5
- Johnsonville Smoked or Dinner Sausage: $3.99
- Oscar Mayer Meat Wieners: $1.99/ea
- Perdue Boneless Chicken: Buy 1, Get 1 Free

Vegetables on sale:
- Asparagus: $2.99/lb
- Red, Orange or Yellow Bell Peppers: 3/$5
- Kroger Shredded Iceberg Lettuce: $1.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Slow-Roasted Keto Beef Brisket with Asparagus
Description: A whole beef brisket is coated in a sugar-free dry rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then slow-roasted low and slow for melt-in-your-mouth results. Served alongside oven-roasted asparagus spears finished with Kerrygold butter for a rich, satisfying low-carb plate.
Sale items used: Whole Beef Brisket ($2.99/lb - buy approx. 4 lbs), Asparagus ($2.99/lb - buy 1 lb), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 20 minutes active (plus 6-8 hours roasting)
Serving note: A 4 lb brisket yields approximately 4 generous 8-oz servings after shrinkage; 1 lb asparagus divided 4 ways with a pat of Kerrygold butter each. Estimated net carbs: ~3g per serving.
Recipes:
- [Slow Roasted Keto Brisket - Hip2Keto]
- Keto Beef Brisket ([Low Carb, Gluten Free) - Sugar-Free Mom]
- [Keto Beef Brisket in the Slow Cooker or Instant Pot - Kicking Carbs]

Tuesday
Meal: Keto Oven-Baked Pork Back Ribs with Roasted Bell Peppers
Description: Pork back ribs are coated in a sugar-free dry rub using pantry spices and slow-baked at 275 degrees F for 2.5-3 hours until fall-off-the-bone tender. Served alongside roasted tri-color bell pepper strips tossed in olive oil and garlic for a smoky, colorful low-carb side.
Sale items used: Pork Back Ribs - BOGO Free (buy 2 racks, get 2 free - use 2 racks for 4 people), Red/Orange/Yellow Bell Peppers 3/$5 (buy 3 peppers)
Prep time: 15 minutes active (plus 2.5-3 hours baking)
Serving note: Plan on half a rack per person; 3 bell peppers sliced and divided equally among 4 servings. Estimated net carbs: ~4g per serving.
Recipes:
- Keto Dry Rub Ribs ([Only 2 Net Carbs) - KetoVale]
- [Juicy Keto Ribs - Oven Baked - Low Carb Maven]
- [Dry Rub Ribs - All Day I Dream About Food]

Wednesday
Meal: Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet
Description: Jumbo EZ Peel shrimp are sauteed in Kerrygold butter with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes alongside crisp-tender asparagus spears in one skillet, ready in under 20 minutes. This bright, restaurant-quality dish is naturally low-carb and loaded with protein and healthy fats.
Sale items used: Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp ($7.99/lb - buy 2 lbs), Asparagus ($2.99/lb - buy 1 lb), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approx. 8 oz shrimp per person (about 12-15 jumbo shrimp each) and divide 1 lb asparagus into 4 portions. Estimated net carbs: ~5g per serving.
Recipes:
- [Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus - Noshtastic]
- [One Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus - Eatwell101]
- [Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus - Cast Iron Keto]

Thursday
Meal: Low-Carb Ground Chuck Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps
Description: Seasoned 80% lean ground chuck is pan-seared into juicy patties, topped with melted Kroger cheese, and wrapped in crisp shredded iceberg lettuce cups with a creamy sugar-free special sauce. This quick, interactive dinner delivers all the classic burger flavors without a single carb from a bun.
Sale items used: Private Selection 80% Lean Ground Chuck ($7 - 1.5 lbs), Kroger Shredded Iceberg Lettuce ($1.99), Kroger Cheese ($1.49)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Form 4 patties from 1.5 lbs ground chuck (approx. 6 oz each); each person gets 1 patty in lettuce with cheese and low-carb condiments. Estimated net carbs: ~3g per serving.
Recipes:
- [Low Carb Lettuce Burgers - Ree Drummond, Food Network]
- [Keto Hamburger Lettuce Wraps - Low Carb Nomad]
- [Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps - The Best Keto Recipes]

Friday
Meal: Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Bell Pepper Bake
Description: Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage links are roasted alongside a rainbow of sliced red, orange, and yellow bell peppers on a single sheet pan with olive oil, garlic, and Italian herbs, ready in under 30 minutes. This colorful, hands-off Friday dinner is packed with protein and bold flavor with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage ($4.99 x2 packs), Red/Orange/Yellow Bell Peppers 3/$5 (buy 3 peppers), Kerrygold Butter ($3.49 - optional drizzle at finish)
Prep time: 10 minutes active (plus 20-25 minutes roasting)
Serving note: Use 2 packs of sausage for 4 people (about 2-3 links per person); 3 bell peppers sliced and divided equally. Estimated net carbs: ~8g per serving.
Recipes:
- [Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Peppers - Low Carb with Jennifer]
- [Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage, Peppers and Onions - The Mediterranean Dish]
- [Paleo Chicken Sausage and Vegetable Skillet - Peace Love and Low Carb]

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale this week at Kroger:
- Whole Beef Brisket - approx. 4 lbs at $2.99/lb (~$12)
- Pork Back Ribs - Buy 1 Get 1 Free (buy 2 racks, get 2 free - use 2, freeze 2)
- Jumbo EZ Peel Shrimp - 2 lbs at $7.99/lb (~$16)
- Private Selection 80% Lean Ground Chuck - 1 pack at $7
- Simple Truth Chicken Dinner Sausage - 2 packs at $4.99 each (~$10)
- Asparagus - 2 lbs total at $2.99/lb (~$6)
- Red, Orange or Yellow Bell Peppers - 6 peppers at 3/$5 (~$10)
- Kroger Shredded Iceberg Lettuce - 1 bag at $1.99
- Kroger Cheese - 1-2 packs at $1.49 each
- Kerrygold Butter - 1-2 packs at $3.49 each

Pantry staples needed (not on sale - check your pantry first):
- Olive oil (3-4 tablespoons total across the week)
- Garlic - 1 head fresh garlic
- Smoked paprika - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder - 2 tablespoons
- Onion powder - 1 tablespoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon (optional, for heat)
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- Dried Italian seasoning or oregano - 2 tablespoons
- Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
- 2 lemons (for Wednesday's shrimp)
- Mayonnaise and sugar-free mustard (for Thursday's burger sauce)
- Worcestershire sauce (for Thursday's patties)
- Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil - on sale at $4.49 (useful for brisket and ribs)

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Kroger store for actual pricing. Sale dates run Wed, May 20 - Tues, May 26, 2026. BOGO deals require purchasing the minimum qualifying quantity. Net carb estimates are approximate and may vary based on specific brands, portion sizes, and any additional ingredients used.