Meijer Gluten-Free Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: The Meijer Ground Turkey Roll at $2.99 flat is the single best protein deal on this flyer and anchors Monday's dinner for well under a dollar a serving. The Whole Boneless Pork Loin at $1.99/lb is the best per-pound value in the meat case, making Wednesday's skillet pork a genuinely thrifty night. Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs at $3.19/lb are a reliable weeknight workhorse and show up on Thursday with bold seasoning to keep the week varied. The Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Ropes at $2.99 flat give Tuesday a smoky, satisfying dinner at a price that barely moves the needle on the weekly total. Friday's Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring at $9.99 flat is the one premium night - it is the least expensive of the premium options and delivers a festive end-of-week feel without the steep per-pound cost of the T-Bone or the 96% lean ground beef. The T-Bone, the 96% lean ground beef, and the Meijer Baby Back BBQ Pork Ribs were all deliberately skipped because their per-serving cost would push the weekly total well above the target range.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Seasoned Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet with Ken's Vinaigrette Drizzle
Description: Meijer Ground Turkey Roll is browned in a skillet with garlic and onion, then simmered with chicken broth and spooned over fluffy white rice for a hearty, satisfying one-pan dinner. A light drizzle of Ken's Simply Vinaigrette brightens the dish and adds a tangy finish that ties everything together.
Sale items used: Meijer Ground Turkey Roll, Ken's Salad Dressing or Ragu Pasta Sauces or Simply Vinaigrette (Simply Vinaigrette)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use the full Meijer Ground Turkey Roll (approximately 1.33 lbs) for 4 people, served over 2 cups dry white rice cooked from pantry. Use 2 tablespoons of Ken's Simply Vinaigrette as a finishing drizzle; one bottle is more than sufficient for the week.
Recipes:
- Gluten Free Ground Turkey Fried Rice Recipe
- One Pot Ground Turkey, Rice and Beans (Gluten-free)

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Johnsonville Smoked Sausage with Blueberries and Chobani Greek Yogurt
Description: Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Ropes are sliced into coins and seared in a hot skillet until deeply browned and caramelized on the cut sides, then plated alongside a cool, creamy Chobani Greek Yogurt topped with fresh blueberries for a sweet-savory contrast. This quick dinner leans into summer produce and needs almost no hands-on time beyond the sear.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Ropes or Breakfast Sausage (Smoked Sausage Ropes), Chobani Greek Yogurt, Blueberries
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Ropes sliced into coins for 4 people. Use 1 container of Chobani Greek Yogurt divided among 4 small bowls, topped with the full $3.99 clamshell of blueberries split four ways.

Wednesday
Meal: Sliced Boneless Pork Loin with Peach Salsa and Rice
Description: A 2-lb section of Fresh from Meijer Whole Boneless Pork Loin is sliced into medallions about 3/4 inch thick and pan-seared in a hot skillet with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic until golden and cooked through, then topped with a quick fresh salsa made from diced Yellow Peaches, a splash of Ken's Simply Vinaigrette, and fresh herbs. Served over steamed white rice, this meal is bright, summery, and comes together in well under an hour.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Whole Boneless Pork Loin, Yellow Peaches, Ken's Salad Dressing or Ragu Pasta Sauces or Simply Vinaigrette (Simply Vinaigrette)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 lbs of Fresh from Meijer Whole Boneless Pork Loin (cost: $3.98). Use 1 lb of Yellow Peaches (roughly 2 medium peaches) diced for the salsa. Use 1 tablespoon of Ken's Simply Vinaigrette in the salsa; same bottle purchased Monday.
Recipes:
- Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa
- Pork Tenderloin with Fresh Peach Salsa and Wine-Scented Rice

Thursday
Meal: Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with Meijer Shredded Cheese and Mandarin Oranges
Description: Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs are seasoned with cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt, then baked at 425 degrees F until the edges are crisp and the centers are fully cooked through, finished with a generous scatter of Meijer Shredded Cheese melted over the top in the final 3 minutes. Mandarin Oranges served alongside add a juicy, refreshing citrus contrast to the savory, cheesy chicken.
Sale items used: Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Mandarin Oranges
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Purchase 2 lbs of Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (cost: $6.38) for 4 people, roughly 2 thighs each depending on size. Use approximately 1 cup (4 oz) of Meijer Shredded Cheese from 1 package; the remainder can be used through the week. Serve 1 container of Mandarin Oranges split among 4 as a side.

Friday
Meal: Frederik's Shrimp Ring with Heinz Ketchup Cocktail Sauce and Watermelon
Description: Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring is thawed and served chilled with Heinz Ketchup mixed with prepared horseradish and lemon juice as a quick homemade cocktail sauce, making for a festive, no-cook Friday dinner that feels special without any effort. Slices of Locally Grown Large Seedless Watermelon round out the plate with sweet, cooling summer flavor.
Sale items used: Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring, Heinz Ketchup Easy Squeeze, Locally Grown Large Seedless Watermelon
Prep time: 10 minutes (plus 2-3 hours thaw time in refrigerator - thaw the shrimp ring in the fridge Thursday night or Friday morning)
Serving note: Use 1 Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring ($9.99) for 4 people. Use Heinz Ketchup Easy Squeeze combined with pantry horseradish and lemon juice for cocktail sauce; the bottle will last beyond this week. Use 1 whole Locally Grown Large Seedless Watermelon ($4.99) cut into slices; leftovers keep well refrigerated.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Meijer Ground Turkey Roll (x1 pack): $2.99
- Ken's Salad Dressing or Ragu Pasta Sauces or Simply Vinaigrette - Simply Vinaigrette (x1 bottle): $1.99
- Johnsonville Smoked Sausage Ropes or Breakfast Sausage - Smoked Sausage Ropes (x1 pack): $2.99
- Chobani Greek Yogurt (x1 container): $3.99
- Blueberries (x1 clamshell): $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer Whole Boneless Pork Loin (2 lbs): $3.98
- Yellow Peaches (1 lb): $1.49
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (2 lbs): $6.38
- Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese (x1 pack): $6.49
- Mandarin Oranges (x1 container): $4.49
- Frederik's by Meijer Shrimp Ring (x1): $9.99
- Heinz Ketchup Easy Squeeze (x1 bottle): $3.99
- Locally Grown Large Seedless Watermelon (x1): $4.99

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (for Monday and Wednesday)
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Onion
- Salt and black pepper
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Chicken broth (for Monday's turkey skillet)
- Prepared horseradish (for Friday's cocktail sauce)
- Lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro, optional for Wednesday's peach salsa)