Lidl Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Protein Rotini with Vegetable & Herb Sauce and Melted Mozzarella
Description: A single-serving portion of protein rotini is tossed with vegetable and herb pasta sauce, then topped with melted mozzarella for a satisfying, protein-rich dinner. Fresh tomato adds brightness to balance the rich sauce.
Sale items used: Barilla Protein+ rotini, Duc De Coeur pasta sauce vegetable & herb, Mozzarella string cheese, Sweetpops tomatoes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 3 oz dry rotini, 1/2 cup pasta sauce, 1 string cheese (torn/melted on top), 1/2 cup chopped tomato.
Recipes:
- One Pot Veggie Pasta
- Cheesy Rotini Pasta with Roasted Vegetables
- Vegetable Pasta with Mozzarella

Tuesday
Meal: Twice-Baked Yellow Potatoes with Melted Mozzarella and Roasted Carrots
Description: One large yellow potato is baked, hollowed, mashed with cheese, then re-baked until golden, served alongside roasted baby carrots. A simple, cozy vegetarian comfort meal.
Sale items used: Yellow potatoes, Mozzarella string cheese, Organic baby carrots
Prep time: 55 minutes
Serving note: 1 medium yellow potato (about 0.5 lb from the 5 lb bag), 1 string cheese melted into filling, 1/2 cup baby carrots roasted (from the whole unit). Since total time nears an hour, bake potato ahead if pressed for time.
Recipes:
- Veggie Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes
- Veggie Loaded Twice Baked Potato Recipe
- Twice Baked Potatoes - A Vegetarian Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Crispy French Fry Poutine-Style Bowls with Melted Cheese and Avocado Crema
Description: Crispy shoestring fries are topped with melted mozzarella and a creamy blended avocado crema for a fun, indulgent bowl. Quick to prepare and satisfying as a main dish.
Sale items used: Frozen shoe string French fried potatoes, Mozzarella string cheese, Jumbo avocado
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 cups frozen fries (about 1/3 of the bag), 1 string cheese melted on top, 1/2 avocado blended with a splash of water/lime for crema (use pantry lime or lemon if available).
Recipes:
- Quick & Easy Homemade Poutine Recipe
- Homemade Vegetarian Poutine Recipe - The Veggie YaYa
- Vegetarian Poutine

Thursday
Meal: Open-Face Brioche Caprese Sandwiches with Avocado and Tomato
Description: A slice of toasted brioche is topped with fresh mozzarella-style melted cheese, sliced tomato, and creamy avocado for an open-face caprese-style sandwich. Light yet filling, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Sale items used: Lidl Preferred Selection brioche loaf, Mozzarella string cheese, Sweetpops tomatoes, Jumbo avocado
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: 1 slice brioche, 1 string cheese sliced, 1/2 tomato sliced, 1/2 avocado sliced.
Recipes:
- Grilled Open-Faced Avocado Caprese Sandwich
- Toasted Open Face Caprese Sandwiches with Avocado
- Avocado Caprese Sandwich Recipe

Friday
Meal: Marinated Tomato and Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Vinegar Dressing
Description: Fresh tomato and avocado are marinated in a simple vinegar dressing, then tossed with torn mozzarella for a refreshing no-cook salad. A light finish to the week's meals.
Sale items used: Sweetpops tomatoes, Jumbo avocado, Mozzarella string cheese, White distilled vinegar
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 1/2 cup chopped tomato, 1/2 avocado cubed, 1 string cheese torn, 1 tbsp vinegar with pantry oil for dressing.
Recipes:
- Avocado Tomato Mozzarella Salad Recipe
- Easy Avocado Tomato & Mozzarella Salad
- Roma Tomato Mozzarella Salad with Avocado

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Barilla Protein+ rotini (1 box): $2.49
- Duc De Coeur pasta sauce vegetable & herb (1 jar): $1.49
- Mozzarella string cheese (x4 pieces): $9.96
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1 pack): $3.99
- Yellow potatoes 5 lb (1 pack, use 1 potato): $2.99
- Organic baby carrots (1 each): $1.75
- Frozen shoe string French fried potatoes (1 bag): $1.99
- Jumbo avocado 3 ct (1 pack): $3.49
- Lidl Preferred Selection brioche loaf (1 loaf): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- White distilled vinegar
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Lime or lemon juice (optional for crema)