Meijer Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks: $0.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops: $1.99/lb
- Eckrich 2 Pc. Sausage Rope, Smok-Y Links, Sausage Links or Li'l Smokies: 2/$6
- Jennie-O Ground Turkey: $2.99/lb for 3 lbs. 93% lean
- Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions: $8.99 for 12 oz.

Vegetables on sale:
- Multicolor Peppers: $3.49 for 3 ct.
- Extra Large Avocados: 2/$3
- Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine: $2.29/lb
- Cherubs Tomatoes: 2/$5 for 10 oz.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Drumsticks with Multicolor Peppers and Avocado
Description: Four chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through. Sliced multicolor peppers are sauteed alongside and served with fresh sliced avocado for a satisfying low-carb plate.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks ($0.99/lb), Multicolor Peppers ($3.49 for 3 ct.), Extra Large Avocados (2/$3)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1.5 lbs of drumsticks (about 4 pieces) for 2 people; use 2 peppers from the 3-pack and 1 avocado sliced between 2 plates. Remaining peppers carry over to Wednesday and Friday.
Recipes:
- One Pan Chicken and Veggies Bake for an Easy Meal - Low Carb Yum
- Chicken and Avocado Skillet (low carb/Keto) - Vibrant Life

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Seared Pork Loin Assorted Chops with Tomatoes on the Vine
Description: Two bone-in pork loin assorted chops are seasoned simply and seared in a cast-iron skillet to develop a golden crust, then finished with a quick pan drizzle of olive oil and herbs. Halved tomatoes on the vine are added to the skillet in the last few minutes to blister and release their juices as a bright, low-carb accompaniment.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops ($1.99/lb), Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine ($2.29/lb)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.25 lbs of pork chops for 2 people (roughly 2 thick chops); purchase approximately 0.5 lb of tomatoes on the vine. Estimated chop cost: $2.49; estimated tomato cost: $1.15.
Recipes:
- Skillet Pork Chops with Tomatoes - Organized Island

Wednesday
Meal: Sliced Eckrich Sausage Rope and Pepper Skillet with Cherubs Tomatoes
Description: One Eckrich sausage rope is sliced into coins and browned in a skillet with the remaining multicolor pepper strips until caramelized and fragrant. Cherubs tomatoes are stirred in at the end to warm through and add a fresh, juicy contrast to the savory sausage.
Sale items used: Eckrich 2 Pc. Sausage Rope (2/$6), Multicolor Peppers (already purchased Monday, 1 pepper remaining), Cherubs Tomatoes (2/$5 for 10 oz.)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 sausage rope from the 2-pack (the second rope can be used for lunches or frozen); use the last pepper from Monday's 3-pack; use 1 bag (10 oz.) of Cherubs tomatoes split between 2 servings. Net carbs remain well under 20g per serving.

Thursday
Meal: Ground Turkey and Avocado Lettuce-Wrap Skillet
Description: One pound of lean ground turkey is browned in a skillet with diced onion, cumin, and chili powder, then spooned into large romaine or iceberg lettuce leaves for a handheld low-carb wrap. Each wrap is topped with fresh diced avocado and a squeeze of lime for brightness and healthy fat.
Sale items used: Jennie-O Ground Turkey ($2.99/lb, sold as 3 lb. package), Extra Large Avocados (2/$3, 1 additional avocado)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb of ground turkey from the 3 lb. package for 2 people; the remaining 2 lbs can be portioned and frozen. Use 1 avocado diced and divided between 2 servings. Lettuce leaves are a pantry/produce staple not on sale this week - pick up a small head at the store.
Recipes:
- Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps (a tasty way to use ground turkey) - Skinnytaste

Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked Atlantic Salmon Portions with Avocado and Multicolor Peppers
Description: Two salmon portions are seasoned with lemon, garlic, and dill, then baked at 400 degrees F for 12 to 14 minutes until flaky and tender. Roasted multicolor pepper strips and sliced avocado are served alongside for a colorful, omega-3-rich low-carb dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions ($8.99 for 12 oz.), Extra Large Avocados (2/$3, 1 avocado), Multicolor Peppers (already purchased Monday, use any remaining or buy a second pack)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: The 12 oz. salmon package provides approximately two 6 oz. portions, ideal for 2 people. Use 1 avocado sliced between 2 plates. If peppers from Monday's pack are used up, a second 3-pack at $3.49 covers Friday and provides extras.
Recipes:
- Salmon with Avocado Salsa | Gimme Delicious
- Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash - All Nutritious
- Salmon with Mango Avocado Salsa (Keto, Low Carb) - Stem and Spoon

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Multicolor Peppers, first pack (1 pack of 3 ct.): $3.49
- Extra Large Avocados (4 avocados, 2 packs of 2/$3): $6.00
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops (1.25 lbs): $2.49
- Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine (0.5 lb): $1.15
- Eckrich Sausage Rope (1 pack of 2, 2/$6): $6.00
- Cherubs Tomatoes (1 bag, 10 oz., 2/$5 - buy 2 bags): $5.00
- Jennie-O Ground Turkey (1 package, 3 lbs at $2.99/lb): $8.97
- Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions (1 pack, 12 oz.): $8.99
- Multicolor Peppers, second pack for Friday (1 pack of 3 ct.): $3.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or avocado oil for searing
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Dried dill or fresh dill
- Lemon (1 lemon for salmon)
- Lime (1 lime for turkey wraps)
- Romaine or iceberg lettuce (small head, not on sale - buy in produce)