Lidl Gluten-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 Beet Salad
Description: One 8 oz. grass-fed sirloin steak is pan-seared to a perfect medium and sliced to share between two people, served alongside a vibrant salad of pickled beets, crisp iceberg lettuce, and a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar. The balsamic reduction adds a rich, tangy depth that pairs beautifully with the savory steak and earthy beets.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.) - $5.99, Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets (23.6 oz.) - $2.39, Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena - $3.29, organic lettuce iceberg - $2.65, Eridanous Greek Chania Kritis PGI extra virgin olive oil - $7.99
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Slice the 8 oz. steak into equal portions for 2 people (approximately 4 oz. each). Use about 1/2 cup pickled beets per person and 2 handfuls of torn iceberg lettuce per person. Drizzle each salad plate with 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar and 1 teaspoon olive oil.
Recipes:
- Gluten Free Salad with Steak
- Balsamic Steak Salad
- Best Steak Salad with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

Tuesday
Meal: Slow-Baked Baby Back Ribs with Avocado and Tomato Salad
Description: Rather than buying a full rack, purchase approximately 1.5 lbs. of baby back ribs (a half rack), which provides a generous and practical serving for two people without excessive leftovers. The ribs are rubbed with gluten-free spices and slow-baked low and slow until tender, then served alongside a fresh salad of ripe avocado, Sweetpops tomatoes, and a squeeze of lime.
Sale items used: Smithfield fresh baby back ribs (approx. 1.5 lbs.) - $2.99/lb (approx. $4.49), avocados (4 ct.) - $3.49, Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb.) - $3.79, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - $9.99
Prep time: 20 minutes prep, 2.5 hours bake time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs. of ribs for 2 people. Use 1 avocado and roughly half the tomato pack for the salad. Reserve remaining avocados for Thursday bowls and the rest of the tomatoes for other meals.
Recipes:
- Slow-Baked Baby Back Ribs
- Oven Baked Ribs
- BBQ Baby Back Ribs Recipe Oven

Wednesday
Meal: Greek-Style Catfish with Artichoke, Olive, and Caper Relish over Rice
Description: Two catfish fillets (approximately 0.75 lb. total) are seasoned with Greek herbs and pan-seared in olive oil, then topped with a bold relish of artichoke quarters, Kalamon olives, and briny capers for a full Mediterranean experience. The fillets are served over fluffy white rice, which is naturally gluten-free and soaks up all the savory relish beautifully.
Sale items used: Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet (approx. 0.75 lb.) - approx. $5.25, Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil (10.2 oz.) - $2.49, Eridanous capers (2.47 - 3.7 oz.) - $1.29, Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil - $2.49, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - (already purchased)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.75 lb. of catfish for 2 generous fillets. Use the full jar of artichoke-olive-caper mix divided over both plates. Cook 1 cup of dry white rice (yields about 3 cups cooked) for 2 servings.
Recipes:
- Mediterranean Baked Fish with Artichokes and Olives
- Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice
- Mediterranean Rice with Capers, Olives and Artichokes

Thursday
Meal: Greek-Spiced Ground Chicken Bowls with Tahini Drizzle and Grape Leaves
Description: One 16 oz. package of ground chicken is seasoned with Greek spices and cooked in olive oil, then served over rice in two hearty bowls with a creamy tahini drizzle and warm stuffed grape leaves on the side. The combination of savory spiced chicken, nutty tahini, and tangy grape leaves creates a satisfying and fully gluten-free Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh ground chicken (16 oz.) - $2.99, Eridanous tahini sesame paste (10.5 oz.) - $2.99, Eridanous grape leaves stuffed with rice (9.8 oz.) - $2.49, avocados (already purchased, 1 used here), Sweetpops tomatoes (remaining from Tuesday), Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - (already purchased)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 16 oz. package of ground chicken split between 2 bowls. Prepare 2-3 tablespoons of tahini thinned with lemon juice and water for the drizzle per bowl. Serve 3-4 stuffed grape leaves per person on the side. Slice the remaining avocado over the top.
Recipes:
- Greek Chicken Bowls with Tahini Feta Sauce
- Greek Chicken Bowls with Lemon Garlic Tahini Sauce
- Healthy Greek Ground Chicken Bowls

Friday
Meal: Honey-Garlic Baked Chicken Thighs with Pickled Beet and Feta Dip Salad
Description: Four boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approximately 1 lb.) are glazed with Eridanous thyme honey and garlic, then baked until golden and caramelized, serving 2 thighs per person for a satisfying and flavorful finish to the week. The warm chicken is paired with a refreshing salad of sliced pickled beets over iceberg lettuce, dolloped generously with creamy Eridanous feta cheese dip.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs, boneless/skinless (approx. 1 lb., 4 thighs) - approx. $2.99, Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean (15.8 oz.) - $4.99, Eridanous feta cheese dip (5.9 fl. oz.) - $1.99, Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets (remaining from Monday) - (already purchased), organic lettuce iceberg - (already purchased), Eridanous extra virgin olive oil - (already purchased)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 35 minutes bake time
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb. of chicken thighs for 4 pieces (2 per person). Use 2 tablespoons of honey and 3 minced garlic cloves for the glaze. Use roughly half the remaining beets and 2-3 tablespoons of feta dip per salad plate.
Recipes:
- Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
- Pickled Beet Salad
- Hot Honey Whipped Feta with Pickled Beets

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.) - $5.99
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs (approx. 1.5 lbs.) - approx. $4.49
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet (approx. 0.75 lb.) - approx. $5.25
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground chicken (16 oz.) - $2.99
- Butcher's Specialty fresh chicken thighs, boneless/skinless (approx. 1 lb.) - approx. $2.99
- Avocados (4 ct.) - $3.49
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb.) - $3.79
- Organic lettuce iceberg - $2.65
- Lidl Preferred Selection sliced pickled beets (23.6 oz.) - $2.39
- Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena (8.4 fl. oz.) - $3.29
- Eridanous capers (2.47 - 3.7 oz.) - $1.29
- Eridanous tahini sesame paste (10.5 oz.) - $2.99
- Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil (7.05 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil (10.2 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous grape leaves stuffed with rice (9.8 oz.) - $2.49
- Eridanous feta cheese dip (5.9 fl. oz.) - $1.99
- Eridanous thyme honey from Aegean (15.8 oz.) - $4.99
- Eridanous extra virgin olive oil (25.3 fl. oz.) - $9.99

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (2 lb. bag) - for Wednesday and Thursday bowls, approximately 2 cups dry total for the week
- Garlic (1 head) - for chicken thigh glaze and catfish seasoning
- Dried oregano (gluten-free certified) - for Greek-style catfish and ground chicken
- Dried thyme (gluten-free certified) - for ribs and chicken thighs
- Paprika (gluten-free certified) - for ribs dry rub and ground chicken
- Cumin (gluten-free certified) - for ground chicken bowls
- Salt and black pepper - for all meals
- Lemons (2-3) - for tahini drizzle and catfish seasoning
- Lime (1) - for avocado and tomato salad on Tuesday

Estimated sale total: Approximately $69.00 before tax (varies by exact weight purchases)

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Lidl store for actual pricing. Always verify product labels for gluten-free certification, as formulations can change. The orzo pasta, breadsticks, sesame sticks, croissants, scones, muffins, pretzels, tortellini, pita sandwiches, gyro kit, spanakopita, tyropitakia, bougatsa, pastry swirls, and twisted pie items listed in this week's flyer all contain gluten and have been excluded from this meal plan entirely.