Lidl Vegetarian Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Butcher's Specialty fresh grass-fed ribeye steak: $7.99 each
- Butcher's Specialty fresh boneless/skinless chicken tenderloins: $3.49/lb
- Smithfield fresh twin pack pork tenderloin: $5.99 each
- Butcher's Specialty fresh ground beef patties, 80% lean: $2.49 for 4 ct.
- Fish Market fresh wild caught sockeye salmon skin on fillet: $11.99/lb
- Butcher's Specialty fresh bone-in pork loin assorted thin chops: $2.49/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Raspberries: $1.99 for 6 oz.
- Sweetpops tomatoes: $3.99 for 1.5 lb.
- Zucchini: $0.99 each
- Peak Harvest red potatoes: $2.99 for 5 lb.
- Organic whole baby bella mushrooms: $1.99 for 6 oz.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Vegetable and Herb Pasta with Baby Bella Mushrooms and Pecorino Romano
Description: A simple, satisfying single-serving pasta tossed with sauteed baby bella mushrooms, vegetable and herb pasta sauce, and a generous shave of Pecorino Romano on top. The mushrooms provide a meaty, umami-rich depth that makes this feel far more indulgent than the price suggests.
Sale items used: Organic whole baby bella mushrooms ($1.99), Duc de Coeur pasta sauce vegetable & herb ($1.79), Barilla pasta ($1.50 for one box from the 2 for $3 deal), Lidl Preferred Selection DOP Pecorino Romano cheese ($6.49), Duc de Coeur spraying oil ($3.49)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about 2 oz. dry pasta, half the 6 oz. pack of mushrooms (reserve the rest for Thursday), 1/3 of the pasta sauce jar, and a light grating of Pecorino Romano (the block will carry you through the week).

Tuesday
Meal: Spiced Black Bean and Zucchini Tacos with Queso Fresco and Salsa
Description: Warm corn tortillas are filled with seasoned black beans and sauteed zucchini coins, then topped with crumbled queso fresco and a spoonful of bright salsa. The beans deliver satisfying plant protein while the zucchini adds a fresh, tender bite.
Sale items used: Tortillas/salsa/beans (2 for $3.00 - use tortillas and beans from this deal, plus salsa), Zucchini ($0.99 each), Queso fresco ($1.99 for 10 oz.), Duc de Coeur French-style seasoning ($1.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 3 small tortillas, half a can of black beans (save the rest for the week), half of one zucchini (save the other half for Wednesday), and about 2 oz. crumbled queso fresco. The French-style seasoning adds a herby warmth to the beans.
Recipes:
- Blackened Zucchini Tacos

Wednesday
Meal: Cheesy Zucchini and Tomato Pasta Bake with Mozzarella
Description: A cozy single-serving bake of pasta layered with sliced zucchini, sweet Sweetpops tomatoes, remaining pasta sauce, and topped with melted fresh mozzarella. Everything goes into one small baking dish and comes out bubbling and golden.
Sale items used: Barilla pasta (second box from the 2 for $3 deal, $1.50), Zucchini - remaining half ($0.99 already purchased), Sweetpops tomatoes ($3.99 for 1.5 lb.), Sliced fresh mozzarella cheese ($2.49 for 8 oz.), Duc de Coeur pasta sauce (remaining from Monday jar)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use about 2 oz. dry pasta, the reserved half zucchini from Tuesday, a generous handful of Sweetpops tomatoes (about 1/3 of the pack - save the rest for Friday), 2-3 slices of mozzarella on top, and the remaining pasta sauce. The mozzarella block will carry over to Friday's meal.
Recipes:
- Pasta bake with zucchini, tomato, and Mozzarella cheese
- Zucchini Tomato + Mozzarella Bake

Thursday
Meal: Roasted Red Potato and Baby Bella Mushroom Gratin with Shredded Cheese
Description: Thinly sliced red potatoes and the reserved baby bella mushrooms are layered in a small gratin dish with a touch of sour cream, then blanketed with shredded cheese and roasted until golden and bubbly. This is a rich, filling vegetarian main that tastes like pure comfort food.
Sale items used: Peak Harvest red potatoes ($2.99 for 5 lb.), Organic whole baby bella mushrooms - reserved half from Monday ($1.99 already purchased), Shredded cheese family size ($4.99 for 32 oz.), Daisy Pure & Natural sour cream ($3.29 for 24 oz.), Duc de Coeur spraying oil (already purchased)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use about 3-4 medium red potatoes (roughly 12 oz.), the remaining 3 oz. of mushrooms, 2 tablespoons of sour cream mixed in as a light binder, and a good handful (about 2 oz.) of shredded cheese on top. The remaining potatoes, sour cream, and shredded cheese will be useful for meals through the rest of the week.
Recipes:
- Potato and Mushroom Gratin Recipe

Friday
Meal: Fresh Mozzarella and Sweetpops Tomato Flatbread with Honey Mustard Drizzle
Description: A hamburger bun or flatbread base is topped with fresh mozzarella slices, the remaining sweet Sweetpops tomatoes, and a drizzle of honey mustard that adds a tangy, golden finish. A quick broil melts the cheese beautifully for a simple open-faced flatbread that feels like a gourmet bistro lunch.
Sale items used: Hamburger buns ($1.19 for 12 oz.), Sliced fresh mozzarella cheese - remaining from Wednesday ($2.49 already purchased), Sweetpops tomatoes - remaining from Wednesday ($3.99 already purchased), Duc de Coeur honey mustard ($2.49 for 8 oz.), Lidl Preferred Selection 100% lemon juice ($0.99 for 6.8 fl. oz.)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 or 2 bun halves as your flatbread base, 2-3 slices of mozzarella, a large handful of Sweetpops tomatoes halved, and a drizzle of honey mustard. A small squeeze of lemon juice over the top before serving brightens the whole dish.
Recipes:
- Caprese Flatbread

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Organic whole baby bella mushrooms, 6 oz. pack: $1.99
- Sweetpops tomatoes, 1.5 lb. pack: $3.99
- Zucchini (x1): $0.99
- Peak Harvest red potatoes, 5 lb. bag: $2.99
- Duc de Coeur pasta sauce vegetable & herb, 14.8 oz.: $1.79
- Barilla pasta, 2 boxes (2 for $3 deal): $3.00
- Lidl Preferred Selection DOP Pecorino Romano cheese, 8 oz.: $6.49
- Tortillas/salsa/beans, 2 packs (2 for $3 deal): $3.00
- Queso fresco, 10 oz.: $1.99
- Sliced fresh mozzarella cheese, 8 oz.: $2.49
- Shredded cheese family size, 32 oz.: $4.99
- Daisy Pure & Natural sour cream, 24 oz.: $3.29
- Hamburger buns, 12 oz.: $1.19
- Duc de Coeur honey mustard, 8 oz.: $2.49
- Lidl Preferred Selection 100% lemon juice, 6.8 fl. oz.: $0.99
- Duc de Coeur spraying oil, 6.7 fl. oz.: $3.49
- Duc de Coeur French-style seasoning, 1.58-2.29 oz.: $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic (minced or powder)
- Red pepper flakes or chili powder (for taco beans)
- Dried oregano or Italian herbs
- Cumin (for taco seasoning)
- Butter (small amount for gratin)