Kroger Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Velveeta Shells & Cheese with Roasted Tomato Bowl and Avocado
Description: A creamy single-serving box of shells and cheese is baked until bubbly, then topped with roasted tomatoes from a small tomato bowl. Sliced avocado adds richness and a fresh finish to this comforting, protein-and-fat-balanced dinner.
Sale items used: Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Private Selection Tomato Bowls, Large Avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 box Velveeta Shells & Cheese, 1/3 of a Tomato Bowl (roasted), 1/2 avocado sliced
Recipes:
- Velveeta Shells and Cheese
- Cheesy Velveeta and Shells
- Herbed Shells & Cheese Bake

Tuesday
Meal: Peanut Butter Noodle Stir-Fry with Roasted Tomatoes
Description: Noodles are tossed in a quick peanut butter sauce with roasted tomatoes for a sweet-savory, satisfying vegetarian stir-fry. A sprinkle of crushed peanuts adds crunch and extra protein.
Sale items used: Jif Peanut Butter, Private Selection Tomato Bowls, Planters Peanuts
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 oz dry noodles (pantry staple), 2 tbsp peanut butter, 1/3 Tomato Bowl roasted, 1 tbsp crushed peanuts
Recipes:
- Easy Vegan Peanut Sauce Stir Fry Recipe with Noodles
- Easy Stir-Fried Vegetables and Noodles with Peanut Butter Sauce
- Peanut Butter Stir Fry

Wednesday
Meal: Roasted Stuffed Carving Pumpkin with Kroger Cheese
Description: A small carving pumpkin is halved, roasted until tender, and stuffed with a savory filling of beans, rice, and melted Kroger cheese. This hearty, warming dish makes great use of the seasonal pumpkin sale.
Sale items used: Carving Pumpkins, Kroger Cheese
Prep time: 70 minutes (make-ahead note: roast pumpkin halves in advance, then stuff and finish baking day-of)
Serving note: 1/4 of a small carving pumpkin (about 2 lbs whole pumpkin), 1/3 cup cooked beans and rice filling, 1/4 cup shredded Kroger cheese
Recipes:
- Vegetarian Stuffed Pumpkin (Recipe Review)
- Baked Stuffed Pumpkin with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Cheese
- Pumpkin stuffed with Vegetables and Cheese

Thursday
Meal: Greek Yogurt and Avocado Toast on Artesano Bread
Description: Toasted Artesano bread is topped with mashed avocado and a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt for a protein-rich, quick breakfast-for-dinner option. A pinch of salt and pepper brightens the flavors.
Sale items used: Artesano Bread, Chobani Greek Yogurt, Large Avocados
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: 2 slices Artesano Bread, 1/2 avocado mashed, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
Recipes:
- Sweet Greek Avocado Toast Recipe
- Greek Avocado Toast Recipe: Easy, Delicious, And Healthy
- Recipe: Honey-Yogurt Avocado Toast

Friday
Meal: Grilled Kroger Cheese Sandwiches with Fresh-Cut Fruit Bowl
Description: A classic grilled cheese made with Kroger cheese on Artesano bread is paired with a refreshing fresh-cut fruit bowl for a simple, balanced end-of-week meal. Buttery, crisp bread and gooey cheese make this a cozy favorite.
Sale items used: Kroger Cheese, Artesano Bread, Fresh-Cut Fruit Bowls, Challenge Butter
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 2 slices Artesano Bread, 2 slices Kroger cheese, 1 tbsp butter, 1/2 Fresh-Cut Fruit Bowl
Recipes:
- The Best Peach Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
- Blackberry Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese
- Fruit And Brie Grilled Cheese

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Velveeta Shells & Cheese (1 each): $1.99
- Private Selection Tomato Bowls (1 each, used across 2 meals): $5.00
- Large Avocados (2 each): $2.98
- Jif Peanut Butter (1 each): $4.99
- Planters Peanuts (1 each): $2.49
- Carving Pumpkins (1 each): $5.00
- Kroger Cheese (2 each, used across 2 meals): $5.98
- Artesano Bread (1 each, used across 2 meals): $3.49
- Chobani Greek Yogurt (1 each): $2.99
- Fresh-Cut Fruit Bowls (1 each): $5.00
- Challenge Butter (1 each): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Dry noodles or pasta
- Cooked rice
- Canned or dried beans
- Salt, pepper, cooking oil
- Butter or oil for grilling sandwiches