Lidl Vegetarian Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- No meat items are used this week (vegetarian meal plan)

Vegetables on sale:
- Tomatoes on the vine: $1.49
- Cauliflower: $2.49
- Nectarines: $2.79
- Honeyglow sweet pineapples: $2.99
- Honey mangos: $0.59
- Organic limes: $3.15
- Mandarins: $2.99

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Sauteed Cauliflower and Egg Frittata with Vine Tomatoes
Description: Tender cauliflower florets are sauteed until golden, then folded into a 3-egg frittata and finished in the oven for a satisfying, protein-rich meal for one. Sliced vine tomatoes are served alongside, lightly seasoned with olive oil and salt for a fresh, bright contrast.
Sale items used: Cauliflower ($2.49), Tomatoes on the vine ($1.49), Hillandale Farms medium white eggs ($2.17)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 1.5 cups of cauliflower florets (about a quarter of the head), 3 eggs, and 1 medium vine tomato. The remaining cauliflower keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days for other uses.
Recipes:
- Cauliflower, Tomato & Feta Frittata

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Fried Cheddar Pierogies with Caramelized Onion and Sour Cream
Description: Half a package of classic cheddar pierogies are pan-fried in butter until crispy and golden, then topped with sweet caramelized onion for a hearty, comforting dinner for one. A generous dollop of sour cream on the side ties the whole dish together with a cool, tangy finish.
Sale items used: Mrs. T's frozen pierogies, classic cheddar ($2.96)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about half the package, roughly 6 to 7 pierogies, which is a satisfying single serving. Store the remaining pierogies in the freezer for another week.

Wednesday
Meal: Spiced Tomato and Egg Shakshuka with Toasted Bagels
Description: Two eggs are poached directly in a spiced, garlicky tomato sauce made from fresh vine tomatoes and pantry spices, creating a rich and warming one-pan meal. A toasted plain NY bagel on the side is perfect for scooping up every last bit of the saucy, flavorful base.
Sale items used: Tomatoes on the vine ($1.49), Hillandale Farms medium white eggs ($2.17), Plain NY bagel ($0.79)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 medium vine tomatoes and 2 eggs for one serving. The egg carton purchased Monday carries over here, making it a smart two-meal buy across the week.
Recipes:
- Shakshuka
- Best Shakshuka Recipe

Thursday
Meal: Buttery Spaetzle with Cream Cheese and Fresh Herb Sauce
Description: German egg spaetzle is cooked until tender, then tossed in a simple sauce of softened cream cheese, butter, and fresh herbs like chives or parsley for a rich and creamy pasta-style dinner. The dish comes together in under 20 minutes and feels indulgent while staying completely vegetarian.
Sale items used: Alpenfest spaetzle German egg pasta ($1.99), Cream cheese spread ($2.00 for 2)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Cook about 1.5 cups dry spaetzle for one generous serving. Use one tub of cream cheese spread for the sauce and save the second tub for bagels or snacking throughout the week.
Recipes:
- Herby Spaetzle with Creamy Lemon Sauce
- Spaetzle with a Lemon, Herb, and Browned Butter Béchamel

Friday
Meal: Baked Cheddar and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Croissants
Description: A ready-made cheddar and broccoli quiche is baked until hot and golden, delivering a rich, cheesy, vegetable-packed centerpiece meal with almost no effort. Warm, flaky puff pastry croissants baked alongside make this feel like a proper weekend-style brunch to close out the week.
Sale items used: La Terra Fina cheddar and broccoli quiche ($8.99), Jus Rol puff pastry ($3.87)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: The quiche serves multiple portions, so enjoy one generous slice Friday and refrigerate the rest for weekend meals. Use about a quarter of the puff pastry sheet to make 1 to 2 small croissants; wrap and refrigerate the remaining pastry for up to 3 days.
Recipes:
- Broccoli & Tomato Quiche
- Cheddar Broccoli Quiche
- Broccoli Cheddar Quiche with a Spelt Crust

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Hillandale Farms medium white eggs, grade A (x1 carton): $2.17
- Tomatoes on the vine (x1 pack): $1.49
- Cauliflower (x1 head): $2.49
- Plain NY bagel (x1): $0.79
- Mrs. T's frozen pierogies, classic cheddar (x1 bag): $2.96
- Alpenfest spaetzle German egg pasta (x1 pack): $1.99
- Cream cheese spread (x2 tubs, sold as 2 for $2.00): $2.00
- La Terra Fina cheddar and broccoli quiche (x1): $8.99
- Jus Rol puff pastry (x1 pack): $3.87

Pantry staples needed:
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Yellow onion
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh herbs (chives or parsley)
- Sour cream