Lidl Low-Carb 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
- Chicken sausage, spinach and feta, family size (24 oz.): $5.99

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

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Grass-Fed Sirloin Steak with Avocado and Tomato Salad
Description: A single 8 oz. grass-fed sirloin steak is seared in olive oil over high heat to a perfect medium, rested, and sliced for one generous serving. It is plated alongside a fresh salad of sliced Sweetpops tomatoes, half a ripe avocado, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar for a satisfying, zero-guilt low-carb dinner.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.), avocados (4 ct.), Sweetpops tomatoes, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil, Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 full 8 oz. steak (the package is a perfect single serving), 1/2 avocado, approximately 4-5 Sweetpops tomatoes, 1 tsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil for searing. Net carbs: approximately 5g.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Steak with Chunky Tomato Avocado Salsa
- Steak with Avocado Sauce and Tomato Salad
- Steak and Avocado Salad

Tuesday
Meal: Slow-Baked Baby Back Ribs with Olive and Artichoke Tapenade Slaw
Description: Rather than purchasing a full rack, buy approximately 1 lb. of baby back ribs (ask the butcher to cut a partial rack, or select the smallest end section available), seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, then slow-baked at 300 degrees F for 2.5 hours until tender. The ribs are served alongside a quick no-cook slaw made from shredded iceberg lettuce tossed with the Eridanous artichoke, olive, and caper mix, dressed in olive oil - a briny and satisfying low-carb side.
Sale items used: Smithfield fresh baby back ribs (approx. 1 lb.), organic lettuce iceberg, Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil, Eridanous kalamon whole olives with olive oil, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 2.5 hours baking
Serving note: Approximately 1 lb. of ribs (2-3 bones per person is a generous single serving, roughly 0.75-1 lb. purchased), 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce, 3 tbsp artichoke-olive-caper mix. Net carbs: approximately 4g.
Recipes:
- Slow-Baked Baby Back Ribs
- Oven Baked Baby Back Ribs Recipe
- Easy Fall Off the Bone Oven Baked Ribs Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Greek-Style Ground Beef Skillet with Feta Dip and Tomato
Description: Half of the ground beef package (approximately 10-11 oz.) is browned in olive oil and seasoned with oregano, cumin, garlic, and black pepper for a hearty Greek-inspired skillet meal. It is served topped with a generous dollop of Eridanous feta cheese dip and a side of sliced fresh Sweetpops tomatoes, keeping the plate rich, flavorful, and well under 20g net carbs.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean (use approx. 10 oz.), Eridanous feta cheese dip, Sweetpops tomatoes, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 10 oz. raw ground beef (freeze the remaining half for later use), 2 tbsp feta dip, 4-5 Sweetpops tomatoes halved. Season with pantry dried oregano, cumin, garlic powder. Net carbs: approximately 5g.
Recipes:
- Greek Beef Skillet
- Greek Ground Beef Skillet Recipe
- Greek Style Beef Skillet

Thursday
Meal: Baked Catfish Fillets with Tahini Sauce, Olives, and Tomato Salad
Description: One catfish fillet (approximately 6-8 oz., roughly half a pound purchased) is seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and paprika, then baked at 400 degrees F for 15-18 minutes until flaky and golden. It is served with a simple drizzle of tahini thinned with lemon juice and water, plus a side salad of Sweetpops tomatoes, Eridanous stuffed green olives, and a splash of olive oil for a Mediterranean low-carb plate.
Sale items used: Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet (approx. 0.5 lb.), Eridanous tahini sesame paste, Eridanous stuffed green olives, Sweetpops tomatoes, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 lb. catfish fillet (cost approx. $3.50), 1 tbsp tahini thinned with 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp water, 4-5 Sweetpops tomatoes, 4-5 stuffed green olives. Net carbs: approximately 6g.
Recipes:
- Mediterranean Catfish Fillets
- Baked Fish in Tahini Sauce
- Baked Catfish Mediterranean

Friday
Meal: Spinach and Feta Chicken Sausage with Cream Cheese Stuffed Avocados
Description: Two links of spinach and feta chicken sausage are sliced and pan-seared in olive oil until caramelized and cooked through, then served alongside two avocado halves that have been filled with softened cream cheese seasoned with capers and a pinch of black pepper. This rich, creamy, protein-forward plate is one of the most satisfying low-carb meals of the week and requires almost no cooking skill.
Sale items used: Chicken sausage spinach and feta family size (use 2 links, approx. 6 oz.), Milbona cream cheese original (8 oz.), avocados (4 ct., use 1 whole avocado), Eridanous capers, Eridanous extra virgin olive oil
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 2 chicken sausage links (approximately 6 oz. of the 24 oz. package - portion and freeze remaining links), 1 whole avocado halved and pitted, 2 tbsp cream cheese softened, 1 tsp capers. Net carbs: approximately 6g.
Recipes:
- Homemade Sausage (Chicken Feta Sausage Recipe)
- Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken
- Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts (Quick & Easy) Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed sirloin steak (8 oz.) - $5.99 - used entirely Monday
- Smithfield fresh baby back ribs (buy approx. 1 lb.) - approx. $2.99 - used Tuesday
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef 93% lean (21.3 oz.) - $5.99 - use half Wednesday, freeze half for later
- Congressional Seafood fresh catfish fillet (buy approx. 0.5 lb.) - approx. $3.50 - used Thursday
- Chicken sausage spinach and feta family size (24 oz.) - $5.99 - use 2 links Friday, freeze rest
- Avocados (4 ct.) - $3.49 - 1/2 used Monday, 1 whole used Friday, 1.5 remaining for snacks
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb. pk.) - $3.79 - used Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Organic lettuce iceberg - $2.65 - used Tuesday slaw, leaves available for other meals
- Eridanous artichoke quarters with Kalamon olives and capers in oil (10.2 oz.) - $2.49 - used Tuesday
- Eridanous stuffed green olives (7 oz.) - $2.49 - used Thursday
- Eridanous feta cheese dip (5.9 fl. oz.) - $1.99 - used Wednesday
- Eridanous tahini sesame paste (10.5 oz.) - $2.99 - used Thursday, great pantry staple for the week
- Milbona cream cheese original (8 oz.) - $0.89 - used Friday
- Eridanous extra virgin olive oil (25.3 fl. oz.) - $9.99 - used all week for cooking and dressing
- Lidl Preferred Selection aged balsamic vinegar of Modena (8.4 fl. oz.) - $3.29 - used Monday salad
- Eridanous capers (2.47 - 3.7 oz.) - $1.29 - used Friday cream cheese filling

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Dried oregano
- Ground cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Lemon (1-2 fresh lemons for tahini sauce and catfish seasoning - buy from produce section, not on sale this week)
- Aluminum foil (for wrapping ribs during slow bake)

ESTIMATED WEEKLY COST BREAKDOWN

Note: The olive oil and tahini are larger pantry sizes that will last well beyond this week, making subsequent weeks cheaper. Ground beef and chicken sausage both yield leftovers to freeze, offering excellent value for a single-person household.

DISCLAIMER

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