Lidl Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheese and Spinach Manicotti Baked with Roma Tomatoes and Cheddar
Description: Half of the O'Sole Mio cheese and spinach manicotti package is baked in a small dish with a layer of fresh diced roma tomatoes spooned over the top, then finished with a couple of extra sharp cheddar slices melted over everything for a rich, bubbly crust. This is a satisfying single-serving Italian dinner that comes together with minimal prep since the manicotti is already filled and ready to bake.
Sale items used: O'Sole Mio cheese and spinach manicotti (19 oz), Organic roma tomatoes, Milbona extra sharp cheddar slices
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly half the 19 oz manicotti package (save the rest for another meal or freeze it), approximately 0.25 lb of roma tomatoes (about 1 medium tomato), and 2 cheddar slices melted on top. Make-ahead note: assemble the dish in the morning and refrigerate, then bake straight from the fridge adding about 5 extra minutes to the bake time.
Recipes:
- Baked Spinach and Cheese Manicotti - The Live-In Kitchen
- Baked Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Manicotti | Garlic & Zest

Tuesday
Meal: Sriracha Ketchup Yakisoba Noodle Bowls with Fried Eggs and Vidalia Onions
Description: One package of Maruchan yakisoba noodles is stir-fried in a hot pan with thinly sliced Vidalia onion and tossed with a bold sriracha ketchup sauce, then topped with two fried eggs for a protein-rich, satisfying bowl. The sweet Vidalia onion balances the heat of the sriracha ketchup perfectly, making this a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Maruchan yakisoba (1 package), Huy Fong sriracha ketchup, Vidalia onions (3 lb. pack), Eggland's Best large eggs
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 yakisoba package (4 oz), about 1/4 of a medium Vidalia onion (the 3 lb. pack will last the week across multiple meals), 2 tablespoons of sriracha ketchup, and 2 large eggs. The sriracha ketchup bottle will be used as a condiment and lasts well beyond this week.
Recipes:
- Vegetarian Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles) - Vicky Pham
- 30 Minute Yakisoba - Jo Cooks

Wednesday
Meal: DiGiorno Frozen Stuffed Crust Pizza with Fresh Roma Tomato and Red Seedless Grapes on the Side
Description: A DiGiorno stuffed crust pizza is baked according to package directions, and about a quarter of it is served as a single-person portion alongside a small plate of sliced fresh roma tomatoes and a generous handful of chilled red seedless grapes. The bright, fresh sides cut through the richness of the cheesy stuffed crust and make the meal feel complete and balanced.
Sale items used: DiGiorno frozen stuffed crust pizza, Organic roma tomatoes, Red seedless grapes
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Bake the full pizza and serve roughly 2 slices (about one quarter of the pizza); store remaining slices in the fridge for easy lunches. Use approximately 0.25 lb of roma tomatoes (1 medium tomato, sliced) and about 0.25 lb of red seedless grapes as the side. Assumed weight for grapes: 0.25 lb at $1.29/lb = approximately $0.32 for this meal.

Thursday
Meal: Baked Hash Brown and Egg Frittata with Vidalia Onions and Cheddar
Description: Two frozen hash brown patties are pressed into a small oven-safe skillet as a crispy base, then a mixture of three beaten eggs, diced Vidalia onion, and shredded cheddar is poured over the top and baked until golden and set. The result is a hearty, protein-packed frittata with a satisfying crunchy bottom that works equally well for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Sale items used: Frozen hash brown patties (45.1 oz), Eggland's Best large eggs, Vidalia onions (3 lb. pack), Milbona extra sharp cheddar slices
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 hash brown patties from the large bag (the rest of the bag stores well in the freezer for weeks), 3 large eggs, about 2 tablespoons of diced Vidalia onion, and 2 cheddar slices torn and scattered over the top before baking.
Recipes:
- Vegetarian Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole | Olivia's Kitchen
- Hash Brown Frittata - Ruchiskitchen

Friday
Meal: Buldak Spicy Ramen with Soft-Boiled Eggs and Roma Tomatoes
Description: One serving of Buldak spicy ramen is prepared according to package directions, then topped with two jammy soft-boiled eggs and a handful of fresh diced roma tomatoes to add brightness and help temper the intense heat of the sauce. The creamy egg yolks and juicy tomatoes create a satisfying contrast against the fiery, glossy noodles.
Sale items used: Buldak spicy ramen noodle bag, Eggland's Best large eggs, Organic roma tomatoes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: The Buldak bag (22.9-24.7 oz) contains multiple servings - use approximately one quarter of the bag for a single generous bowl and store the rest sealed. Use 2 soft-boiled eggs (boil for 6-7 minutes, then cool in ice water) and approximately 0.25 lb of roma tomatoes (1 medium tomato, diced). Soft-boil the eggs while the noodles cook to keep total time under 20 minutes.
Recipes:
- Easy Buldak Soup Ramen - CookingFlash
- Buldak Ramen: Spicy Korean Fire Noodles with Egg
- Buldak Ramen Recipe - Ultimate 20-Min Guide to Fiery, Delicious Noodles

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- O'Sole Mio cheese and spinach manicotti (x1 package, 19 oz): $5.99
- Organic roma tomatoes (approx. 0.75 lb total across the week): $1.94
- Milbona extra sharp cheddar slices (x1 pack, 10 ct.): $1.67
- Maruchan yakisoba (x1 package): $0.89
- Huy Fong sriracha ketchup (x1 bottle): $2.99
- Vidalia onions (x1 pack, 3 lb.): $2.69
- Eggland's Best large eggs (x1 dozen): $2.49
- DiGiorno frozen stuffed crust pizza (x1): $7.99
- Red seedless grapes (approx. 0.25 lb): $0.32
- Frozen hash brown patties (x1 bag, 45.1 oz): $2.99
- Buldak spicy ramen noodle bag (x1): $6.79

Pantry staples needed:
- Cooking oil or non-stick spray (for frying eggs and stir-frying yakisoba)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder or minced garlic (optional, for frittata and manicotti)
- Italian seasoning or dried oregano (optional, for manicotti bake)
- Butter (optional, for frying eggs)
- Ice (for ice bath when soft-boiling eggs)