Lidl Gluten-Free Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Bone-In Pork Chops with Herb-Roasted Yellow Potatoes
Description: Bone-in center cut pork chops are seasoned and seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, then rested while yellow potatoes roast in the oven with olive oil and Italian seasoning. The combination delivers a hearty, satisfying dinner with crispy potato edges and juicy pork.
Sale items used: Fresh bone-in center cut pork chops, Yellow potatoes, Italiamo seasoning blend grinder, Italiamo extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 1 package of pork chops (4 chops, one per person); 1.5 lb of yellow potatoes from the 5 lb. bag, cut into wedges, tossed with 1 tablespoon olive oil and seasoning blend, roasted at 425F for 30 minutes while chops are seared on the stovetop for 5-6 minutes per side.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Pork Chops (Easy Recipe) - Wholesome Yum
Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Sauteed Thin-Sliced Chicken Breast with Italiamo Sicilian Pistachio and Basil Pesto over Arborio Rice
Description: Thin-sliced chicken breasts are quickly sauteed in olive oil until golden, then topped with Sicilian pistachio and basil pesto for a bright, nutty finish. Creamy Arborio rice cooked stovetop serves as the base, soaking up the pesto and pan juices beautifully.
Sale items used: Fresh boneless/skinless chicken breast, thin sliced, Italiamo Sicilian pistachio & basil pesto, Italiamo Arborio rice, Italiamo extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1 package of thin-sliced chicken breast (feeds 4); 1 jar of Italiamo Sicilian pistachio & basil pesto (6.7 oz.) divided across 4 plates; 2 cups dry Arborio rice from the 35.2 oz. bag cooked in 4 cups water or broth to yield 4 generous portions.
Recipes:
- Chicken Pesto Risotto - Three Olives Branch
- One-Pot Pesto Chicken and Rice (gluten-free) - rachLmansfield
- Pesto Chicken and Rice Skillet (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, 30 Minute Meal)
Wednesday
Meal: Sauteed Frozen Large Cooked Shrimp with Italiamo Roasted Bell Pepper and Garlic over Yellow Potatoes
Description: Thawed large cooked shrimp are quickly warmed in a skillet with olive oil, garlic, and jarred roasted bell peppers for a colorful, Mediterranean-style saute. Boiled and lightly smashed yellow potatoes serve as a hearty gluten-free base to soak up the savory pan sauce.
Sale items used: Frozen large cooked shrimp, 31-40, Italiamo roasted bell pepper in sunflower oil, Yellow potatoes, Italiamo extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages of frozen large cooked shrimp (24 oz. total, approximately 6 oz. per person after thawing); 1 jar of Italiamo roasted bell pepper in sunflower oil (9.8 oz.) sliced and added to the skillet; 1.5 lb of yellow potatoes boiled until tender then lightly smashed with olive oil and salt.
Recipes:
- Sauteed garlic shrimp with potatoes and peppers | HealthPartners
Thursday
Meal: Ground Beef and Italiamo Cherry Tomato Sauce Skillet with Shredded Parmesan over Arborio Rice
Description: Ground beef is browned in a skillet, then simmered with Italiamo cherry tomato sauce and Italian seasoning for a quick, rich meat sauce. Spooned over fluffy Arborio rice and finished with shredded Parmesan, this is a comforting gluten-free dinner that comes together fast.
Sale items used: Fresh ground beef, 85% lean, Italiamo cherry tomato sauce, Shredded Parmesan cheese, Italiamo Arborio rice, Italiamo seasoning blend grinder
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1 package of ground beef (32 oz. / 2 lbs.) browned and drained; 1 jar of Italiamo cherry tomato sauce (11.6 oz.) stirred in and simmered 10 minutes; 2 cups dry Arborio rice cooked separately to yield 4 portions; 1 package of shredded Parmesan (5 oz.) divided across 4 bowls.
Recipes:
- Gluten Free Risotto With Tomatoes
- Ground Beef Rice Casserole-Jar of Lemons
Friday
Meal: Oven-Roasted Italiamo Frozen Whole Calamari with Italiamo Grilled Artichokes and Balsamic Glaze over Yellow Potatoes
Description: Whole calamari are thawed, patted dry, tossed with olive oil and Italian seasoning, and roasted in a hot oven until tender with lightly charred edges. Served alongside warmed Italiamo grilled artichokes and a drizzle of Italiamo balsamic glaze over roasted yellow potatoes, this is a bright, Italian-inspired gluten-free plate.
Sale items used: Italiamo frozen whole calamari, Italiamo grilled artichokes in rapeseed oil with lemon, Italiamo balsamic glaze, Yellow potatoes, Italiamo extra virgin olive oil, Italiamo seasoning blend grinder
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: 1 package of Italiamo frozen whole calamari (22.2 oz.) thawed overnight in the refrigerator - make-ahead note: move calamari from freezer to fridge the night before; pat dry thoroughly before roasting at 425F for 18-20 minutes; 1 jar of Italiamo grilled artichokes (7 oz.) warmed in a small pan; 1 bottle of Italiamo balsamic glaze (8.4 oz.) drizzled lightly over plates; 1.5 lb of yellow potatoes roasted alongside calamari.
Recipes:
- Balsamic Roasted Artichokes - Daily Meal
- Oven-Roasted Artichokes and Potatoes
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Fresh bone-in center cut pork chops (x1 package): $2.99
- Fresh boneless/skinless chicken breast, thin sliced (x1 package): $2.99
- Frozen large cooked shrimp, 31-40 (x2 packages): $13.98
- Fresh ground beef, 85% lean (x1 package, 32 oz.): $10.99
- Italiamo frozen whole calamari (x1 package, 22.2 oz.): $7.99
- Yellow potatoes (x1 bag, 5 lb.): $2.99
- Italiamo Arborio rice (x1 bag, 35.2 oz.): $3.99
- Italiamo Sicilian pistachio & basil pesto (x1 jar, 6.7 oz.): $2.39
- Italiamo cherry tomato sauce (x1 jar, 11.6 oz.): $1.69
- Italiamo roasted bell pepper in sunflower oil (x1 jar, 9.8 oz.): $2.49
- Italiamo grilled artichokes in rapeseed oil with lemon (x1 jar, 7 oz.): $2.99
- Italiamo balsamic glaze (x1 bottle, 8.4 fl. oz.): $1.99
- Shredded Parmesan cheese (x1 package, 5 oz.): $1.99
- Italiamo extra virgin olive oil (x1 bottle, 16.9 fl. oz.): $7.99
- Italiamo seasoning blend grinder (x1, 0.56-1.23 oz.): $1.49
Pantry staples needed:
- Garlic cloves (fresh)
- Salt and black pepper
- Water or chicken broth for cooking rice
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Fresh grass-fed ribeye steak: $6.99 each
- Fresh boneless/skinless chicken breast, thin sliced: $2.99
- Fresh bone-in center cut pork chops: $2.99
- Fresh plain beef fajitas: $8.99
- Fresh steelhead trout skin-on fillet: $8.99
- Frozen large cooked shrimp, 31-40: $6.99 for 12 oz.
- Frozen spicy shrimp fried rice: $3.89 for 16 oz.
- Frozen battered boom boom shrimp with sweet Thai chili sauce: $4.99 for 10 oz.
- Frozen fish sticks: $2.99 for 15.8 oz.
- Fresh ground beef, 85% lean: $10.99 for 32 oz.
- Dulano salami: $3.99 for 7 oz.
- Beretta cubed pancetta: $3.49 for 4 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection prosciutto Italiano, family size: $7.99 for 8 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection mortadella with pistachios, family size: $5.99 for 8 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection guanciale strips: $5.49 for 3.5 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection Italian coppa slices: $3.99 for 3 oz.
- Kerrygold grass-fed pure Irish butter: $3.99 for 8 oz.
- Perdue Air Fryer Ready frozen crispy wings: $8.99 for 22 oz.
- Del Real grilled chicken & vegetables fajita kit: $8.99 for 18 oz.
- Del Real birria: $9.99 for 15 oz.
- Del Real pupusas: $7.99 for 6 ct., 16.8 oz.
- Del Real chicken & 3 cheese tamales: $8.99 for 24 oz.
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Lidl Preferred Selection fresh pasta: $2.49 for 8.8 oz.
Produce on sale:
- Green seedless grapes: $1.29 for 5 lb.
- Yellow potatoes: $2.99 for 5 lb.
- Peaches: $1.69
- Tomatoes on the vine: $1.49
- Gold kiwis: $3.89 for 1 lb.
- Organic Pink Lady apples: $3.59 for 2 lb.
- Raspberries: $1.99 for 6 oz.
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Ricotta cheese: $1.99 for 15 oz.
- Shredded Parmesan cheese: $1.99 for 5 oz.
- Fresh mozzarella cheese: $2.49 for 8 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection DOP Pecorino Romano cheese: $6.49 for 8 oz.
- Italian cheese: $3.49 for 8 oz.
- Dolce Gorgonzola cheese: $3.49 for 7 oz.
- Sour cream: $1.29 for 16 oz.
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Rustic baguette: $1.99 each
- Brownie pop: $1.19 each
- Blueberry scone: $0.89 each
- Enriched white bread: $0.99 for 20 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection frozen butter croissants: $2.99 for 6 ct., 12.7 oz.
Pantry on sale:
- Hazelnut spread with cocoa: $1.99 for 13 oz.
- Granola: $3.99 for 26.5 oz.
- Organic mixed berry granola: $3.99 for 17.6 oz.
- Pack-a-snack: $1.99 for 4.5 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection amber maple syrup, family size: $10.99 for 32 fl. oz.
- On the Border tortilla chips, Café Style: $2.79 for 11 oz.
- Italiamo nougat bar: $1.99 for 3.52 oz.
- Italiamo Tuscan style cookie assortment: $5.99 for 15.8 oz.
- Italiamo cannoli with crème filling: $3.99 for 6.3 oz.
- Italiamo glazed puff pastry with cocoa and apricot topping: $1.99 for 7 oz.
- Italiamo crunchy nut bar: $2.99 for 5.2 oz.
- Italiamo lady fingers: $2.99 for 14.1 oz.
- Italiamo shortbread cookies with milk and honey: $2.99 for 12.3 oz.
- Italiamo cookies: $2.99 for 14.1 oz.
- Italiamo shortbread cookies with creme filling: $1.99 for 4.9 oz.
- Italiamo chocolate covered pistachios: $3.99 for 5.29 oz.
- Italiamo cantuccini: $3.49 for 10.5 oz.
- Italiamo pistachio spread: $2.49 for 6.7 oz.
- Biscotti Brothers biscottini: $3.99 for 10 oz.
- Italiamo focaccia crackers: $1.99 for 3.52 oz.
- Italiamo Sardinian puffed crackers: $2.99 for 7 oz.
- Italiamo tarallini baked snack: $3.99 for 17.6 oz.
- Italiamo seasoning oil: $3.99 for 8.4 fl. oz.
- Italiamo seasoning blend grinder: $1.49 for 0.56-1.23 oz.
- Italiamo sun-dried tomatoes in sunflower oil: $2.29 for 8.1 oz.
- Italiamo roasted bell pepper in sunflower oil: $2.49 for 9.8 oz.
- Italiamo grilled artichokes in rapeseed oil with lemon: $2.99 for 7 oz.
- Italiamo bruschetta topping: $1.99 for 6.7 oz.
- Italiamo flavored vinegar: $3.99 for 8.4 fl. oz.
- Italiamo balsamic vinegar spray: $2.49 for 8.4 fl. oz.
- Italiamo extra virgin olive oil: $7.99 for 16.9 fl. oz.
- Antico Frantoio Italian extra virgin olive oil: $7.99 for 16.9 fl. oz.
- Italiamo whole green nocellara olives: $3.99 for 14.8 oz.
- Italiamo pitted taggiasca olives: $2.49 for 6.3 oz.
- Italiamo green pitted olives in sunflower oil: $3.99 for 18.6 oz.
- Italiamo balsamic glaze: $1.99 for 8.4-8.45 fl. oz.
- Italiamo Arborio rice: $3.99 for 35.2 oz.
- Italiamo tricolor trottole: $1.99 for 16 oz.
- Italiamo risotto: $2.49 for 9.8 oz.
- Italiamo pasta: $2.49 for 8.8-17.6 oz.
- Italiamo cannelloni pasta: $1.99 for 8.8 oz.
- Italiamo Sicilian sauce: $1.69 for 6.3 oz.
- Italiamo fusilli pasta: $2.99 for 17.6 oz.
- Italiamo cherry tomato sauce: $1.69 for 11.6 oz.
- Italiamo Sicilian pistachio & basil pesto: $2.39 for 6.7 oz.
- Italiamo marmalade: $2.99 for 12.6 oz.
- Italiamo cedrata Italian sparkling drink: $3.49 for four 6.7 fl. oz. bottles
- Creamy peanut butter: $0.99 for 18 oz.
- Concord grape jelly: $1.49 for 32 oz.
- Cereal: $1.49 for 12.3-18 oz.
- Snack Day wavy potato chips, extra flavor all dressed: $1.79 for 9.5 oz.
- Fin Carré milk chocolate bar with roasted almond pieces: $1.49 for 3.52 oz.
- Alesto raw almonds: $4.99 for 14 oz.
- Fisher walnut halves & pieces: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Fisher pecan halves: $3.49 for 6 oz.
- Utz Pub Mix: $5.99 for 20 oz.
- BeeMax Dubai style chocolate bar: $9.99 for 7.4 oz.
- OLIPOP soda: $5.00 for 3 for only
- Solevita 100% orange juice, pulp free: $4.99 for 1 gallon
- Solevita organic ginger mango lime shot: $2.25 for 5 fl. oz.
- Ground coffee, 100% Colombian: $9.49 for 24.2 oz.
- Bellarom coffee pods: $7.99 for 36 ct., 11.8 oz.
- Califia Farms cold brew unsweetened black coffee, espresso blend: $4.99 for 48 fl. oz.
- Extra virgin olive oil: $8.65 for 25.3 fl. oz.
Frozen on sale:
- Italiamo frozen gelato sampler: $3.99 for 28.7 fl. oz.
- Frozen pierogies, potato and cheddar: $1.79 for 16 oz.
- Frozen uncured franks in puff pastry: $4.99 for 12 ct., 7.5 oz.
- Italiamo frozen tartufo dairy dessert: $2.99 for 2 ct., 12.1 fl. oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection frozen tiramisu: $6.99 for 17.6 oz.
- Italiamo frozen pasta & broccoli in broccoli & Alfredo sauce: $3.99 for 17.6 oz.
- Italiamo frozen whole calamari: $7.99 for 22.2 oz.
- Italiamo frozen mozzarella cheese calzone: $2.99 for 8.8 oz.
- Italiamo frozen eggplant Parmesan: $3.49 for 15.8 oz.
- Lidl Preferred Selection fresh pasta: $2.49 for 8.8 oz.
- Bon Gelati frozen dairy dessert cones: $3.15 for 24.3 fl. oz.
- Frozen tots: $1.99 for 32 oz.
- Frozen cheesecake sampler: $3.99 for 12 oz.
- DiGiorno frozen rising crust pizza: $3.99 for 24.6-24.7 oz.
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
$68.94
for 4 people · $17.23 per person
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