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:
- Organic lettuce iceberg: $2.65 ea
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb.): $3.79/pk
- Avocados (4 ct.): $3.49
- Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil (10.2 oz.): $2.49

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Sirloin Steak with Balsamic Tomato Relish and Avocado
Description: Tender grass-fed sirloin steaks are seared in extra virgin olive oil and topped with a bright, tangy relish made from fresh Sweetpops tomatoes and aged balsamic vinegar. Sliced avocado on the side adds richness and makes this a satisfying, naturally dairy-free dinner.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (x2 packages for 4 people), Sweetpops tomatoes, Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena, Eridanous Greek Chania Kritis extra virgin olive oil, avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packages of sirloin steak (2 steaks total, each 8 oz.) and slice each steak in half for 4 portions, or serve one steak per two people and supplement with extra avocado and tomato relish. Use the full 1.5 lb. pack of tomatoes and all 4 avocados.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Steak with Chunky Tomato Avocado Salsa
- Pan Seared Sirloin Steak Recipe
- Best Steak Salad with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

Tuesday
Meal: Greek-Style Ground Beef and Orzo Skillet with Olives and Capers
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned and simmered with Greek tomato sauce, capers, and kalamon olives, then tossed with tender orzo pasta for a hearty one-pan Mediterranean dinner. The briny olives and capers give every bite a bold, savory depth that makes this dish feel far more indulgent than its budget-friendly price suggests.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean, Eridanous orzo pasta, Eridanous Greek tomato sauce, Eridanous capers, Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 21.3 oz. package of ground beef, the full 10.2 oz. jar of Greek tomato sauce, half the jar of capers, and about half the jar of kalamon olives. Cook the entire 17.6 oz. bag of orzo and serve approximately 1.5 cups cooked orzo per person.
Recipes:
- Manestra (Simple Greek Orzo Comfort Food)
- Ground Beef and Orzo Skillet
- Easy One Skillet Ground Beef Recipe with Orzo

Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Baked Catfish with Tahini Drizzle, Stuffed Grape Leaves, and Iceberg Salad
Description: Catfish fillets are seasoned and baked in olive oil until flaky and golden, then finished with a drizzle of creamy tahini sesame paste thinned with lemon juice for a nutty, satisfying sauce. Warmed grape leaves stuffed with rice serve as a ready-made Mediterranean side, and a crisp iceberg salad rounds out the plate.
Sale items used: Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet, Eridanous tahini sesame paste, Eridanous grape leaves stuffed with rice, organic lettuce iceberg, Sweetpops tomatoes (second pack), Eridanous extra virgin olive oil, Eridanous stuffed green olives
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs. of catfish fillet for 4 people (roughly 6 oz. per person). Use both cans of grape leaves (2 x 9.8 oz.) as a side dish, and dress the iceberg salad with olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, and sliced tomatoes.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked Catfish
- Rich and Creamy Tahini Sauce Recipe (Vegan & Dairy-Free)
- Crispy Oven Baked Catfish (Quick and Easy!)

Thursday
Meal: Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Artichoke and Olive Sheet Pan Dinner
Description: Boneless skinless chicken thighs are coated in thyme honey and extra virgin olive oil, then roasted on a sheet pan alongside tangy artichoke quarters, kalamon olives, and capers until caramelized and deeply flavorful. This is an easy, hands-off dinner that delivers big Mediterranean flavor with very little cleanup.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs boneless/skinless, Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean, Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil, Eridanous Greek Chania Kritis extra virgin olive oil, Eridanous capers
Prep time: 45 minutes (including roasting time)
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs. of chicken thighs to yield 2 thighs per person. Use both jars of artichoke with olives and capers (2 x 10.2 oz.) spread across the sheet pan. Drizzle generously with 2 tablespoons each of honey and olive oil before roasting at 425 degrees F for 30 minutes.
Recipes:
- Honey Balsamic Chicken Thighs & Vegetables (Sheet Pan Dinner)
- Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Artichokes with Lemon
- One Pan Greek Chicken with Artichokes and Olives

Friday
Meal: Smoky Baby Back Ribs with Balsamic Pickled Beet Slaw and Peanut-Sesame Side
Description: Baby back ribs are rubbed with pantry spices, slow-roasted low and slow in the oven, then finished with a sticky glaze made from thyme honey and balsamic vinegar for a sweet and smoky Friday night feast. A refreshing slaw made from pickled beets and iceberg lettuce with a tahini-balsamic dressing completes the plate with minimal extra effort.
Sale items used: Smithfield fresh baby back ribs, Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean, Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena, Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets, Eridanous tahini sesame paste, organic lettuce iceberg, Alesto unsalted dry roasted peanuts, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 20 minutes prep plus 2.5 hours oven time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 3 lbs. of baby back ribs to serve 4 people generously (roughly 3/4 lb. per person). Use the full 23.6 oz. can of pickled beets and half the head of iceberg lettuce for the slaw. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of tahini mixed with 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the slaw before serving.
Recipes:
- Best Baby Back Ribs (Oven, Smoker, or Grill)
- Smoked Baby Back Ribs (Easy, Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender!)
- The Easiest Smoked Baby Back Ribs

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak x2 packages (2 x $5.99) - $11.98
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean x1 package - $5.99
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet, approx. 1.5 lbs. - approx. $10.49
- Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs boneless/skinless, approx. 2 lbs. - approx. $5.98
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs, approx. 3 lbs. - approx. $8.97
- Sweetpops tomatoes x2 packs (1.5 lb. each) - $7.58
- Avocados (4 ct.) x1 pack - $3.49
- Organic lettuce iceberg x1 head - $2.65
- Eridanous orzo pasta (17.6 oz.) - $1.09
- Eridanous Greek tomato sauce (10.2 oz.) - $2.29
- Eridanous capers (2.47 - 3.7 oz.) x1 jar - $1.29
- Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil (7.05 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous stuffed green olives (7 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous tahini sesame paste (10.5 oz.) - $2.99
- Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil x2 jars - $4.98
- Eridanous grape leaves stuffed with rice x2 cans - $4.98
- Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean (15.8 oz.) - $4.99
- Eridanous aged balsamic vinegar of Modena (8.4 fl. oz.) - $3.29
- Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets (23.6 oz.) - $2.39
- Eridanous Greek Chania Kritis extra virgin olive oil (16.9 fl. oz.) - $7.99
- Alesto unsalted dry roasted peanuts (16 oz.) - $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper (for seasoning all proteins)
- Garlic powder and onion powder (for rib rub and catfish seasoning)
- Smoked paprika (for rib rub, approximately 2 tablespoons)
- Cumin (for catfish and ground beef seasoning, approximately 1 tablespoon)
- Dried oregano (for Greek-style dishes, approximately 2 tablespoons)
- Lemon juice or 2 to 3 fresh lemons (for tahini sauce and salad dressing)
- Soy sauce or tamari, dairy-free (optional, for rib glaze depth)
- Water and stock or broth, chicken or beef, dairy-free confirmed (approximately 2 cups total across the week)

DISCLAIMER

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