Lidl Dairy-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.): $5.99
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef, 93% lean (21.3 oz.): $5.99
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet: $6.99/lb
- Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs, boneless/skinless: $2.99/lb
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground chicken (16 oz.): $2.99
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs: $2.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Green seedless grapes: $1.89/lb
- Honey mangos: $0.49 ea
- Gold kiwis (1 lb.): $3.69
- Fuji apples (3 lb.): $2.49
- Avocados (4 ct.): $3.49
- Organic lettuce iceberg: $2.65 ea
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb.): $3.79/pk

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Sirloin Steak with Balsamic Tomato Relish and Avocado
Description: One 8 oz. grass-fed sirloin steak is seared in a hot skillet with olive oil until perfectly medium-rare, then topped with a bright relish of halved cherry tomatoes, aged balsamic vinegar, and fresh herbs. Half a ripe avocado is sliced alongside to add creamy, dairy-free richness that balances the tangy relish beautifully.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.) - $5.99, Sweetpops tomatoes - $3.79/pk, Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena - $3.29, Eridanous Greek Chania Kritis PGI extra virgin olive oil - $7.99, Avocados (4 ct.) - $3.49
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 full 8 oz. steak per person, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 avocado sliced
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Steak with Chunky Tomato Avocado Salsa
- Best Steak Salad with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Pan-Seared Sirloin Steak with Spicy Baharat Sauce

Tuesday
Meal: Greek-Style Ground Beef and Orzo Skillet with Olives and Capers
Description: About 6 oz. of 93% lean ground beef is browned with garlic and onion, then simmered with Greek tomato sauce and a generous handful of orzo pasta until tender and saucy in one single skillet. Kalamon olives and a spoonful of capers are stirred in at the end for a briny, Mediterranean punch that makes this a complete and satisfying one-pan meal.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean - $5.99, Eridanous orzo pasta - $1.09, Eridanous Greek tomato sauce - $2.29, Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil - $2.49, Eridanous capers - $1.29, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - $9.99
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 6 oz. ground beef, 1/3 cup dry orzo, 1/2 can tomato sauce (about 5 oz.), 5-6 olives, 1 tsp capers. Remaining ground beef can be frozen or used as meal prep.
Recipes:
- Greek Youvetsi Recipe (Ground Beef and Orzo)
- Ground Beef Orzo (Greek Manestra Recipe)
- Easy One Skillet Ground Beef Recipe with Orzo

Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Baked Catfish with Tahini Drizzle, Stuffed Grape Leaves, and Iceberg Salad
Description: One 6 oz. catfish fillet is seasoned with olive oil, lemon, and herbs then baked at 400F until flaky and golden, finished with a smooth drizzle of tahini thinned with lemon juice and garlic. Three to four stuffed grape leaves from the jar are served warm alongside a simple iceberg wedge dressed with olive oil and balsamic for a complete Greek-inspired plate.
Sale items used: Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet - $6.99/lb, Eridanous tahini sesame paste - $2.99, Eridanous grape leaves stuffed with rice - $2.49, Organic lettuce iceberg - $2.65, Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena - $3.29, Eridanous Greek Chania Kritis PGI extra virgin olive oil - $7.99
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 catfish fillet (approx. 6 oz.), 1.5 tbsp tahini thinned with 1 tbsp lemon juice, 3-4 grape leaves, 2 large iceberg lettuce wedges. Purchase approximately 0.4 lb catfish from the counter.
Recipes:
- Israeli Baked Fish with Green Tahini Sauce
- Creamy Lemon Tahini Sauce (Vegan, Oil-Free Dressing)
- Perfect Tahini Sauce Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Artichoke and Olive Sheet Pan Dinner
Description: Two boneless skinless chicken thighs are coated in a simple glaze of thyme honey, olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then roasted on a sheet pan alongside artichoke quarters with kalamon olives and capers from the jar until caramelized and tender. This effortless one-pan dinner comes together in under 35 minutes and fills the kitchen with incredible savory-sweet aromas.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs boneless/skinless - $2.99/lb, Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean - $4.99, Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil - $2.49, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - $9.99
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (approx. 0.5 lb), 1 tbsp thyme honey, entire 10.2 oz. jar of artichoke and olive mix spread on the sheet pan alongside. Purchase approximately 0.5 lb chicken thighs.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Artichokes with Lemon
- One Pan Greek Chicken with Artichokes and Olives
- Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs & Vegetables (Sheet Pan Dinner)

Friday
Meal: Smoky Baby Back Ribs with Balsamic Pickled Beet Slaw and Peanut-Sesame Side
Description: Rather than a full rack, ask the butcher for a half-rack portion (about 1 lb.) of baby back ribs, seasoned with a smoky dry rub of smoked paprika, garlic, and black pepper, then slow-roasted in foil until fall-off-the-bone tender and finished under the broiler. The sliced pickled beets are tossed with a splash of balsamic vinegar and a handful of unsalted dry roasted peanuts and sesame seeds for a tangy, crunchy slaw-style side that complements the rich ribs perfectly.
Sale items used: Smithfield fresh baby back ribs - $2.99/lb, Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets - $2.39, Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena - $3.29, Alesto unsalted dry roasted peanuts - $1.99, Eridanous tahini sesame paste - $2.99, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - $9.99
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 2 hours total (low and slow oven roast)
Serving note: Request approximately 1 lb. (half rack) of baby back ribs at the meat counter. Use about 1/2 cup sliced pickled beets, 1 tsp balsamic, 2 tbsp roughly chopped peanuts, and 1 tsp tahini thinned with water as a drizzle for the beet slaw.
Recipes:
- Smoky Balsamic Glazed Ribs
- Smoked Baby Back Ribs (Easy, Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender!)
- Best Baby Back Ribs (Oven, Smoker, or Grill)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.) - $5.99 - (1 pkg, used Monday)
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean (21.3 oz.) - $5.99 - (1 pkg, use 6 oz. Tuesday, freeze remainder)
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet - approx. 0.4 lb at $6.99/lb - approx. $2.80
- Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs boneless/skinless - approx. 0.5 lb at $2.99/lb - approx. $1.50
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs - approx. 1 lb at $2.99/lb - approx. $2.99
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb. pk.) - $3.79
- Avocados (4 ct.) - $3.49 - (use 1/2 on Monday, enjoy remaining throughout the week)
- Organic lettuce iceberg - $2.65
- Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena (8.4 fl. oz.) - $3.29
- Eridanous capers (2.47 - 3.7 oz.) - $1.29
- Eridanous Greek tomato sauce (10.2 oz.) - $2.29
- Eridanous tahini sesame paste (10.5 oz.) - $2.99 - (used Wednesday and Friday)
- Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil (7.05 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous extra virgin olive oil (25.3 fl. oz.) - $9.99
- Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil (10.2 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous orzo pasta (17.6 oz.) - $1.09
- Eridanous grape leaves stuffed with rice (9.8 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean (15.8 oz.) - $4.99
- Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets (23.6 oz.) - $2.39
- Alesto unsalted dry roasted peanuts (16 oz.) - $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Garlic (1 small head)
- Yellow onion (1 small)
- Salt and black pepper
- Smoked paprika (small jar)
- Dried oregano
- Dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Lemons (2, for tahini drizzle and catfish)
- Fresh parsley (optional garnish)
- Aluminum foil (for rib roasting)

Estimated total for sale items: approximately $56.00 - $60.00
Note: Several items like olive oil, tahini, orzo, honey, peanuts, olives, and balsamic vinegar will have significant leftovers that carry well beyond this week, making the per-meal cost even lower over time.

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Lidl store for actual pricing.