Lidl Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed beef strip steak: $7.49 for 10 oz.
- Smithfield fresh pork spareribs: $1.99
- Butcher's Specialty fresh whole chicken wings, family pack: $2.29
- Premio fresh bratwurst: $2.49 for 16 oz.
- Fish Market fresh Chilean Atlantic salmon whole fillet, skin on: $7.69
- Lidl Preferred Selection frozen cooked shrimp ring tray with cocktail sauce: $9.99 for 16 oz.
- Frozen white shrimp, 9/14: $10.99 for 32 oz.
- Ocean Sea frozen octopus: $13.99 for 31 oz.
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed ground beef, 93% lean: $5.49 for 16 oz.
- Deli sliced Colby Jack cheese: $1.49 for 7.5 oz.
- Pulled chicken with barbecue sauce: $6.59 for 16 oz.

Vegetables on sale:
- Organic baby carrots: $1.95 for 16 oz.
- Red bell peppers: $2.49 for 2 ct.
- Vidalia onions: $2.49 for 3 lb.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Parmesan Chicken Wings with Ranch Dipping Sauce and Roasted Bell Peppers
Description: Crispy oven-baked chicken wings coated in a savory Parmesan crust make a satisfying low-carb dinner for two. Served alongside roasted red bell pepper strips and a cool creamy ranch dipping sauce, this meal is both filling and full of flavor.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh whole chicken wings (family pack) at $2.29, red bell peppers at $2.49 for 2 ct., creamy ranch dressing at $1.49 for 16 fl. oz.
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1.5 lbs of wings split between 2 people (roughly 6-8 wings each), both red bell peppers sliced and roasted, and 2-3 tablespoons of ranch dressing per person as a dip.
Recipes:
- Baked Ranch Chicken Wings
- Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
- Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Bratwurst with Caramelized Vidalia Onions and Colby Jack Melt
Description: Juicy bratwurst links are pan-seared in a skillet until golden, then topped with slow-caramelized sweet Vidalia onions and melted Colby Jack cheese for a rich, hearty low-carb plate. Served without a bun, this dish is all about bold savory flavor with a satisfying cheese pull.
Sale items used: Premio fresh bratwurst at $2.49 for 16 oz., Vidalia onions at $2.49 for 3 lb., deli sliced Colby Jack cheese at $1.49 for 7.5 oz., sweet cream butter at $1.99 for 16 oz.
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 4 bratwurst links (approximately half the 16 oz. pack, 2 per person), about 1 cup of sliced Vidalia onion, and 2-3 slices of Colby Jack cheese melted over the top per serving. Reserve remaining bratwurst and onions for another meal.
Recipes:
- Keto Cheese Brats with Caramelized Onions
- Grilled Bratwurst with Caramelized Onions
- Skillet Brats with Beer Caramelized Peppers and Onions

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon with Garlic Butter and Roasted Baby Carrots
Description: A beautiful salmon fillet is pan-seared skin-side down in garlic butter until the skin is crispy and the flesh is flaky and moist. Roasted baby carrots tossed in olive oil and granulated garlic round out this elegant and naturally low-carb dinner for two.
Sale items used: Fish Market fresh Chilean Atlantic salmon whole fillet at $7.69, Organic baby carrots at $1.95 for 16 oz., sweet cream butter at $1.99 for 16 oz., Primadonna extra virgin olive oil at $12.99 for 50.7 fl. oz., granulated garlic at $3.99 for 11.5 oz.
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Cut the whole salmon fillet into 2 equal portions (approximately 5-6 oz. per person), and use the full 16 oz. bag of baby carrots split between 2 servings. Use 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil for cooking.
Recipes:
- Pan Roasted Salmon and Carrots
- Garlic Butter Pan Seared Salmon
- Easy Garlic Butter Salmon - Keto Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Low-Carb Ground Beef Taco Bowls with Guacamole and Sour Cream
Description: Seasoned ground beef is cooked in a skillet with garlic and spices, then served in a simple bowl topped with creamy guacamole and cool sour cream instead of tortillas or rice. Diced red bell pepper adds crunch and color while keeping net carbs well under 20g per serving.
Sale items used: Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed ground beef 93% lean at $5.49 for 16 oz., guacamole at $4.00 for 2 for 8 oz. (one unit), Daisy Pure & Natural sour cream at $4.00 for 2 for 14-16 oz. (one unit), granulated garlic at $3.99 for 11.5 oz.
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 16 oz. package of ground beef split evenly between 2 bowls (8 oz. per person), top each bowl with 2 tablespoons guacamole and 2 tablespoons sour cream. Add a few strips of raw or sauteed bell pepper if any remain from Monday.
Recipes:
- Taco Bowls – Keto Recipe
- Low Carb Taco Bowls
- Keto Taco Bowls

Friday
Meal: Slow-Cooked Pork Spareribs with Garlic Butter and Pickled Dill Spears
Description: Tender pork spareribs are slow-cooked low and slow with garlic butter and simple seasoning until the meat falls cleanly from the bone, delivering deep savory flavor without any sugary sauce. Served alongside crisp kosher dill spears for a tangy contrast, this is a satisfying and completely low-carb Friday dinner for two.
Sale items used: Smithfield fresh pork spareribs at $1.99, sweet cream butter at $1.99 for 16 oz., kosher dill spears at $1.99 for 24 fl. oz., granulated garlic at $3.99 for 11.5 oz.
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 2.5-3 hours total (slow oven cook at 300 degrees F)
Serving note: The $1.99 Smithfield spareribs pack is a budget-friendly single slab - use the full rack and cut it into 2 equal half-rack portions after cooking, approximately 4-5 ribs per person. Serve 3-4 dill spears per person on the side.
Recipes:
- Keto Carnivore Slow Cooker Pork Ribs Recipe
- Crock Pot Ribs (keto + low carb)
- Slow Cooker Keto Ribs Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh whole chicken wings, family pack (x1 pack): $2.29
- Red bell peppers (x1 pack of 2 ct.): $2.49
- Creamy ranch dressing (x1 bottle): $1.49
- Premio fresh bratwurst (x1 pack, 16 oz.): $2.49
- Vidalia onions (x1 bag, 3 lb.): $2.49
- Deli sliced Colby Jack cheese (x1 pack, 7.5 oz.): $1.49
- Sweet cream butter (x1 pack, 16 oz.): $1.99
- Fish Market fresh Chilean Atlantic salmon whole fillet (x1 fillet): $7.69
- Organic baby carrots (x1 bag, 16 oz.): $1.95
- Primadonna extra virgin olive oil (x1 bottle, 50.7 fl. oz.): $12.99
- Granulated garlic, family size (x1 jar): $3.99
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed ground beef 93% lean (x1 pack, 16 oz.): $5.49
- Guacamole (x1 unit, 8 oz. - part of 2 for $4.00 deal): $2.00
- Daisy Pure & Natural sour cream (x1 unit, 14-16 oz. - part of 2 for $4.00 deal): $2.00
- Smithfield fresh pork spareribs (x1 pack): $1.99
- Kosher dill spears (x1 jar, 24 fl. oz.): $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Parmesan cheese (grated, for Monday wings coating)
- Garlic cloves or garlic powder (if granulated garlic jar is not yet opened)
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika and cumin (for Thursday taco bowl seasoning)
- Chili powder (for Thursday taco bowl seasoning)
- Avocado or neutral cooking oil (for searing if needed)
- Aluminum foil (for slow-cooking ribs on Friday)