Meijer Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks: $2.49/lb
- Eckrich Sausage Rope, Smok-Y Links, Sausage Links or Li'l Smokies: $2.49 each (Buy 5 for $1.49 each)
- 80% Lean Ground Beef: $3.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Center Cut Chops Bone in: $2.99/lb
- Sea Cuisine Seasoned Salmon Fillets or Shrimp Skewers: $8.99/lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Seedless Mini Cucumbers: $2.99 for 2 lb. bag
- Extra Large Avocados: $1.99 each
- Dole Salad Blends or Premium Classics: $2.49 for 5-12 oz.
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes: $2.99 for 1.5 lbs.
- Locally Grown Green or Red Leaf Lettuce: $1.99/lb
- Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine: $2.49/lb
- Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions: $0.99/lb

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Cucumber and Avocado Salad
Description: Four chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper then baked at 425F until the skin is golden and crispy, making a satisfying protein-packed dinner for two. The side salad combines sliced mini cucumbers and creamy avocado tossed in olive oil and lemon juice for a cool, refreshing low-carb pairing.
Sale items used: Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks, Seedless Mini Cucumbers, Extra Large Avocados
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 40 minutes bake
Serving note: 2 drumsticks per person (approximately 1 lb total), half the cucumber bag, 1 avocado split between 2
Recipes:
- Baked Chicken Legs (Crispy, Easy Recipe)
- Easy Cucumber Avocado Salad Recipe (Low Carb!)
- Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Tuesday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner
Description: One Eckrich sausage rope is sliced into coins and roasted on a sheet pan alongside sliced onions and halved Flavor Bomb tomatoes, all tossed in olive oil and Italian seasoning until caramelized and tender. This one-pan meal is hearty, colorful, and keeps net carbs well under 20g per serving.
Sale items used: Eckrich Sausage Rope, Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, Flavor Bombs Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 25 minutes roast
Serving note: Half the sausage rope per person, 0.5 lb onions total, half the tomato container split between 2
Recipes:
- Keto Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies
- Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies Recipe
- Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies - Chelsea's Messy Apron

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Beef Taco Bowls with Lettuce and Cheese (No Rice, No Tortilla)
Description: One pound of 80% lean ground beef is browned with cumin, chili powder, garlic, and onion then served over a bed of chopped green leaf lettuce with shredded Kraft cheese and a dollop of Daisy sour cream. With no rice, no tortilla, and no beans, this bowl delivers bold taco flavor while staying well within the low-carb target.
Sale items used: 80% Lean Ground Beef, Locally Grown Green or Red Leaf Lettuce, Kraft Shredded Cheese, Daisy Sour Cream
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 0.5 lb ground beef per person, approximately 0.5 lb lettuce total, 1/4 cup shredded cheese per person, 2 tablespoons sour cream per person
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Taco Salad - Keto Bowls
- Easy Keto Taco Bowls — Ground Beef Lettuce
- Keto Taco Salad - Dr. Davinah's Eats

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Loin Center Cut Chops with Avocado and Tomato Salad
Description: Two bone-in pork loin center cut chops are seasoned with garlic salt and black pepper then seared in butter over high heat for a golden crust and juicy interior. The side salad of diced avocado and sliced vine tomatoes dressed with olive oil and salt makes a creamy, vibrant low-carb accompaniment.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Center Cut Chops Bone in, Extra Large Avocados, Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine, Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 1 chop per person (approximately 1 lb total with bone), 1 avocado split between 2, 0.5 lb tomatoes split between 2
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Avocado and Tomato Salad
- Keto Pork & Avocado Salad
- Easy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Keto Pork Chops

Friday
Meal: Sea Cuisine Seasoned Salmon Fillets over Crisp Green Salad with Avocado
Description: Two Sea Cuisine seasoned salmon fillets are baked or pan-seared until flaky and golden, then served over a bed of Dole salad greens topped with sliced avocado and a simple olive oil and lemon dressing. This meal is high in healthy omega-3 fats, naturally low-carb, and comes together in under 25 minutes.
Sale items used: Sea Cuisine Seasoned Salmon Fillets, Dole Salad Blends or Premium Classics, Extra Large Avocados
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 12 minutes cook
Serving note: 1 salmon fillet per person (approximately 1 lb total), 1 bag of salad split between 2, 1 avocado split between 2
Recipes:
- Salmon Avocado Salad - Low Carb (Keto)
- Salmon Avocado Salad
- Keto Salmon with Chunky Avocado Salsa

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (1 lb): $2.49
- Eckrich Sausage Rope (x1 unit): $2.49
- 80% Lean Ground Beef (1 lb): $3.99
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Center Cut Chops Bone in (1 lb): $2.99
- Sea Cuisine Seasoned Salmon Fillets (1 lb): $8.99
- Seedless Mini Cucumbers (x1 bag, 2 lb): $2.99
- Extra Large Avocados (x3 individual): $5.97
- Dole Salad Blends or Premium Classics (x1 bag): $2.49
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes (x1 container, 1.5 lbs): $2.99
- Locally Grown Green or Red Leaf Lettuce (0.5 lb): $1.00
- Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine (0.5 lb): $1.25
- Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions (0.5 lb): $0.50
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (x1): $1.99
- Daisy Sour Cream (x1): $2.49
- Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks (x1): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper
- Lemon (for dressing)