Meijer Dairy-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Bell Peppers and Sweet Corn
Description: Four juicy drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, paprika, and olive oil then roasted at 425F until golden and crispy, served alongside two colorful bell peppers sliced and roasted in the same pan. Two ears of fresh sweet corn round out the plate for a satisfying, completely dairy-free weeknight dinner for two.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks ($0.99/lb), Bell Peppers ($1 each when you buy 7+), Locally Grown Bulk Sweet Corn ($4/$1)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes total
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs of drumsticks (about 4 drumsticks) at $0.99/lb for $1.49; buy 2 bell peppers and 2 ears of corn as part of the 7+ qualifying purchase; total roasting time is 40-45 minutes so season the chicken first and let it come to room temperature while the oven preheats.
Recipes:
- Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks - Bites of Wellness

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Seared Pork Loin Assorted Chops with Sauteed Mushrooms and Russet Potatoes
Description: Two bone-in pork loin assorted chops are seasoned and seared in a hot cast iron skillet until golden brown, then finished with a savory pan sauce made from Swanson chicken broth and garlic. Sliced mushrooms are sauteed in the same pan while diced russet potatoes roast in the oven for a hearty, dairy-free plate built entirely from sale items.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in ($1.99/lb), True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced Mushrooms ($2/$5), Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag ($1 each when you buy 7+), Swanson Broth ($1 each when you buy 7+)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 50 minutes total
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.25 lbs of chops (2 chops) at $1.99/lb for $2.49; buy 1 pack of mushrooms as part of the $2/$5 deal; dice 2-3 medium russet potatoes from the 5 lb bag; start the potatoes in the oven first since they take the longest.

Wednesday
Meal: Grilled Johnsonville Fresh Brats with Avocado, Cucumber, and Aunt Millie's Buns
Description: Four Johnsonville fresh brats are grilled over medium heat until cooked through and nicely charred, then nestled into toasted Aunt Millie's stadium buns. Sliced avocado and cool mini cucumbers are served alongside as a fresh, dairy-free topping bar that keeps the meal light and satisfying for two.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Fresh Brats 19 oz ($4.79 each), Aunt Millie's Stadium Buns ($2/$5), Extra Large Avocado ($1 each when you buy 7+), Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb bag ($1 each when you buy 7+)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 19 oz pack of brats contains approximately 5 brats; serve 2 brats per person with one extra for leftovers; buy 1 pack of buns (6 ct) as part of the $2/$5 deal; buy 2 avocados and 1 bag of mini cucumbers as part of the 7+ qualifying purchase.

Thursday
Meal: Ground Beef and Bush's Bean Skillet with Red Gold Tomatoes over Creamette Pasta
Description: One pound of 80% lean ground beef is browned with diced onion and garlic, then simmered with Bush's beans and Red Gold diced tomatoes into a thick, hearty skillet sauce seasoned with cumin and chili powder. The mixture is ladled over a bed of cooked Creamette pasta for a filling, completely dairy-free one-pan dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef 3 lb pkg or larger ($4.99/lb), Bush's Ingredient Beans ($1 each when you buy 7+), Red Gold Tomatoes ($1 each when you buy 7+), Creamette Pasta ($1 each when you buy 7+)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 25 minutes total
Serving note: Purchase the minimum 3 lb package of ground beef at $4.99/lb for $14.97 and freeze the remaining 2 lbs for future meals; use 1 can of Bush's beans, 1 can of Red Gold tomatoes, and 1 box of Creamette pasta (all purchased as part of the 7+ qualifying deal); cook approximately 6 oz of dry pasta for two generous servings.

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers with Wholly Guacamole and Seedless Mini Cucumbers
Description: Two Black Pearl Atlantic salmon burgers are pan-seared in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, served open-faced or on toasted Aunt Millie's buns. A generous scoop of Wholly Guacamole and sliced mini cucumbers add creamy, fresh contrast for a bright and completely dairy-free Friday dinner.
Sale items used: Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz ($4.99 each), Wholly Guacamole 7.5 oz ($2.99 each), Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb bag ($1 each when you buy 7+), Aunt Millie's Stadium Buns ($2/$5)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: One 10 oz pack contains 2 salmon burgers, one per person; buy 1 container of Wholly Guacamole; use remaining buns from the Wednesday pack already purchased; buy 1 bag of mini cucumbers as part of the 7+ qualifying purchase (can share with Wednesday's meal).

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Bell Peppers x2 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $2.00
- Locally Grown Bulk Sweet Corn x2 ears (part of $4/$1 deal, 2 ears): $0.50
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in (1.25 lbs): $2.49
- True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced Mushrooms x1 (part of $2/$5 deal, 1 pack): $2.50
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag x1 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $1.00
- Swanson Broth x1 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $1.00
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats 19 oz x1: $4.79
- Aunt Millie's Stadium Buns x2 packs (part of $2/$5 deal): $5.00
- Extra Large Avocado x2 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $2.00
- Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb bag x1 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $1.00
- Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef (3 lb pkg minimum): $14.97
- Bush's Ingredient Beans x1 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $1.00
- Red Gold Tomatoes x1 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $1.00
- Creamette Pasta x1 (part of 7+ qualifying purchase): $1.00
- Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz x1: $4.99
- Wholly Guacamole 7.5 oz x1: $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Onion (from the Vidalia 5 lb bag on sale if desired, or from pantry)