Kroger Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Sauteed Tri-Color Pepper and Tomato Shakshuka with Crusty Bread
Description: Vibrant sliced tri-color peppers and fresh Grainger County tomatoes are sauteed in a spiced tomato sauce, then two eggs are nestled in and poached directly in the pan until just set. Served straight from the skillet with a couple of King's Hawaiian dinner rolls for scooping up the rich, savory sauce.
Sale items used: Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct pack, use 2 peppers), Grainger County Tomatoes (per lb), King's Hawaiian Dinner Rolls (12 ct, use 2 rolls)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 tri-color peppers from the 6-count pack, saving the rest for Wednesday and Friday. Use approximately 0.5 lb of Grainger County tomatoes (about 1 medium tomato). Crack 2 eggs directly into the sauce. Use 2 dinner rolls from the 12-count pack and store the rest.
Recipes:
- Best Shakshuka Recipe - Love and Lemons
- Best Shakshuka Recipe (Easy & Traditional) | Downshiftology

Tuesday
Meal: Peanut Sauce Noodles with Steamed Broccoli
Description: A single serving of noodles is tossed in a creamy, savory peanut sauce made with Kroger peanut butter, soy sauce, a splash of lime juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat. Steamed broccoli crowns are piled alongside, making this a satisfying, protein-rich vegetarian bowl.
Sale items used: Kroger Peanut Butter (16 oz jar), Broccoli Crowns (per lb)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about 2 tablespoons of peanut butter from the jar for the sauce. Use approximately 0.5 lb of broccoli crowns (a generous single-serving portion). Cook about 2 oz of dry noodles (spaghetti or rice noodles from pantry). The peanut butter jar will last well beyond this week.
Recipes:
- Roasted Broccoli Peanut Noodles | Naturally Ella

Wednesday
Meal: Cheesy Stuffed Tri-Color Peppers with Ben's Original Ready Rice
Description: Two tri-color peppers are halved, filled with a savory mixture of Ben's Original Ready Rice, black beans, diced tomato, and spices, then topped generously with Simple Truth Organic shredded cheese and roasted until bubbly and golden. This is a hearty, hands-off oven meal that comes together quickly thanks to the ready rice.
Sale items used: Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (use 2 peppers from the pack), Ben's Original Ready Rice (1 pouch at $1.49), Simple Truth Organic Cheese (1 pack from the 2 for $7.00 deal), Grainger County Tomatoes (per lb, use 1 small tomato)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 peppers from the 6-count pack (4 used total across Monday and Wednesday, 2 remain for Friday). Use half of the Ben's Ready Rice pouch and store the rest. Use about 1.5 oz of cheese from the 6 oz pack, saving the rest for Friday. Use approximately 0.25 lb of tomato. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F; peppers roast in about 25 minutes.
Recipes:
- Spicy Tri-Color Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers
- Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers Recipe - Love and Lemons

Thursday
Meal: Sweet Corn and Tomato Fage Greek Yogurt Grain Bowl
Description: Fresh sweet corn kernels are cut from the cob and combined with diced Grainger County tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, and fresh herbs, then served over a base of cooked farro or quinoa with a generous dollop of Fage Greek yogurt stirred in for creamy, tangy protein. The yogurt acts as both a dressing and a protein source, making this a refreshing late-summer bowl.
Sale items used: Kroger Sweet Corn (4 ct pack, use 1 ear), Grainger County Tomatoes (per lb, use 1 medium tomato), Fage Greek Yogurt (32 oz tub, use about 3/4 cup)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 ear of corn from the 4-count pack, saving the remaining 3 ears for other uses or snacking. Use approximately 0.4 lb of tomatoes. Use about 3/4 cup (roughly 6 oz) of Fage yogurt from the 32 oz tub. Cook about 1/4 cup dry grain from pantry. The Fage tub will have plenty remaining for breakfasts or snacks.
Recipes:
- Roasted Corn Tomato Summer Salad with Lemon-Basil Yogurt Dressing - Making Thyme for Health
- Vegetarian Bowl with Greek Yogurt | FAGE Yogurt

Friday
Meal: Roasted Broccoli and Cheese Quesadillas with Avocado and Tomato Salsa
Description: Broccoli crowns are roasted until crispy and charred, then tucked into a flour tortilla with a generous layer of Simple Truth Organic shredded cheese and pan-crisped into a golden quesadilla. A quick fresh salsa of diced avocado and Grainger County tomato is spooned on top for a bright, creamy finish.
Sale items used: Broccoli Crowns (per lb), Simple Truth Organic Cheese (use remaining cheese from Wednesday's pack), Large Avocados (2 for $3.00, use 1 avocado), Grainger County Tomatoes (per lb, use 1 small tomato)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.4 lb of broccoli crowns. Use the remaining cheese from the 6 oz pack opened Wednesday (about 4.5 oz remaining). Use 1 avocado from the 2-for-$3.00 deal. Use approximately 0.25 lb of tomato. Use 1-2 large flour tortillas from pantry. Roast broccoli at 425 degrees F for 15-18 minutes before assembling the quesadilla.
Recipes:
- Broccoli Quesadilla with Avocado, Garlic and Dill - Mountain Mama Cooks
- Broccoli Quesadillas with cheddar (5 ingredients!) - Everyday Delicious

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Kroger Tri-Color Peppers, 6 ct pack (x1 pack, use 6 peppers across Mon, Wed, Fri): $6.00
- Grainger County Tomatoes (approximately 1.4 lb total across all meals): $3.49
- Broccoli Crowns (approximately 0.9 lb total across Tue and Fri): $1.79
- Kroger Peanut Butter, 16 oz (x1 jar): $1.49
- Ben's Original Ready Rice, 8.47-8.8 oz pouch (x1 pouch): $1.49
- Simple Truth Organic Cheese, 6 oz (x1 pack, from 2 for $7.00 deal - buying 2 packs to qualify): $7.00
- Fage Greek Yogurt, 32 oz (x1 tub): $6.49
- Kroger Sweet Corn, 4 ct (x1 pack): $4.99
- Large Avocados (2 for $3.00, buying the pair): $3.00
- King's Hawaiian Dinner Rolls, 12 ct (x1 pack): $5.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Flour tortillas (for Friday quesadillas)
- Dry noodles or spaghetti (for Tuesday peanut sauce noodles)
- Dry farro or quinoa (for Thursday grain bowl)
- Canned black beans (for Wednesday stuffed peppers)
- Eggs (for Monday shakshuka)
- Olive oil
- Soy sauce
- Lime juice or lime
- Garlic
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley, optional)