Meijer Low-Carb Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Pork Loin Assorted Chops with Sauteed Bell Peppers and Mushrooms
Description: Two bone-in pork loin assorted chops are seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, then served alongside colorful bell peppers and mushrooms sauteed in butter and garlic. This hearty, satisfying low-carb dinner comes together in under 30 minutes and keeps net carbs well under 10g per serving.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in ($1.99/lb), Red/Yellow/Orange Bell Pepper ($1 each when you buy 7 or more), True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz ($2/$5)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs of pork loin assorted chops (about 2 chops), yielding roughly 0.75 lb per person. Use 2 bell peppers and 1 package (8 oz) of mushrooms split between 2 servings. Bell peppers are purchased as part of the buy-7-or-more deal alongside other produce this week.
Recipes:
- Pork Chops with Fresh Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Bell Pepper Recipe
- Pork Chops with Super Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Romaine Salad and Avocado
Description: Four to six all-natural chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, paprika, and olive oil then baked until crispy-skinned and juicy, served alongside a crisp romaine salad topped with sliced avocado and a simple olive oil and lemon dressing. This protein-rich, low-carb meal delivers big flavor with minimal effort and stays well under 10g net carbs per serving.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks All natural ($0.99/lb), Romaine Hearts 3 pk ($2/$5), Extra Large Avocado ($1 each when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 2 lbs of chicken drumsticks (roughly 4 to 6 drumsticks), giving each person 2 to 3 drumsticks. Use half the romaine 3-pack for this meal and save the rest for Friday. Use 1 avocado split between 2 salads. Drumsticks bake at 425F for about 40 minutes - season and prep while the oven preheats to save time.
Recipes:
- Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks
- Keto Chicken Salad with Bacon and Avocado

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet Ground Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Shredded Cheese
Description: One pound of 80% lean ground beef is browned in a skillet with diced bell peppers, onion, garlic, and cumin, then topped with a generous handful of shredded cheese melted right over the top. This quick one-pan meal is rich, filling, and clocks in under 8g net carbs per serving.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef 3 lb. pkg. or larger ($4.99/lb), Red/Yellow/Orange Bell Pepper ($1 each when you buy 7 or more), Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese 7-8 oz ($2/$5)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb of ground beef from the 3 lb package (cost prorated at $4.99/lb, so 1 lb = $4.99 - remaining beef can be frozen for later use). Use 2 bell peppers and 1 package of Kraft shredded cheese split across both servings. The 3 lb minimum package is required to get the sale price.
Recipes:
- Low Carb Unstuffed Peppers Stir Fry Bowls
- Ground Beef Stir Fry - One-Pan, 20-Minute Meal
- Ground Beef Stir Fry

Thursday
Meal: Grilled Johnsonville Fresh Brats with Sauteed Bell Peppers and Onions
Description: Two Johnsonville fresh brats are grilled or pan-cooked until deeply browned and served on a plate - no bun - topped with a colorful saute of bell peppers and sliced Vidalia onions cooked down in butter until sweet and tender. Keeping the brats bun-free keeps this meal firmly low-carb at under 6g net carbs per serving.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Fresh Brats 19 oz ($4.79 each), Red/Yellow/Orange Bell Pepper ($1 each when you buy 7 or more), Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag ($4.99 each)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: One 19 oz package of Johnsonville brats contains approximately 5 brats - use 2 brats for this meal (1 per person) and refrigerate or freeze the rest. Use 2 bell peppers and roughly 1 cup of sliced Vidalia onion from the 5 lb bag, which will also be used across other meals this week.
Recipes:
- Bratwurst with Peppers and Onions {Keto-Friendly and Gluten-Free}
- Grilled Brats with Peppers and Onions

Friday
Meal: Pan-Cooked Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers over Romaine with Avocado and Cucumber
Description: Two Black Pearl Atlantic salmon burgers are pan-seared in olive oil until golden on both sides, then served over a bed of crisp romaine lettuce with sliced avocado, mini cucumber rounds, and a drizzle of lemon and olive oil. This bright, refreshing low-carb meal wraps up the week with healthy fats and omega-3s, staying under 8g net carbs per serving.
Sale items used: Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz ($4.99 each), Romaine Hearts 3 pk ($2/$5), Extra Large Avocado ($1 each when you buy 7 or more), Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb. bag ($1 each when you buy 7 or more)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 10 oz package contains 2 salmon burgers, which is exactly 1 per person. Use the remaining romaine from Tuesday's purchase. Use 1 avocado split between 2 plates and half the cucumber bag sliced for topping. Cucumbers and avocados are purchased as part of the buy-7-or-more deal.
Recipes:
- Keto Salmon Cakes With Mustard Dill Sauce
- Salmon Avocado Salad - Low Carb (Keto)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in (1.5 lbs): $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks All natural (2 lbs): $1.98
- Fresh from Meijer 80% Lean Ground Beef 3 lb. pkg. (3 lbs, minimum for sale price): $14.97
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats 19 oz (x1 pack): $4.79
- Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz (x1 pack): $4.99
- Romaine Hearts 3 pk (x1 pack, part of 2/$5 deal - buy 2 for the deal): $5.00
- True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz (x1 pack, part of 2/$5 deal - buy 2 for the deal): $5.00
- Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese 7-8 oz (x1 pack, part of 2/$5 deal - buy 2 for the deal): $5.00
- Bell Peppers - Red/Yellow/Orange (x7 to meet buy-7-or-more requirement): $7.00
- Extra Large Avocado (x7 to meet buy-7-or-more requirement): $7.00
- Seedless Mini Cucumbers 1 lb. bag (x7 to meet buy-7-or-more requirement): $7.00
- Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag (x1 bag): $4.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Lemon (for dressing)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)