Meijer Vegetarian Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Note: This flyer is unusually light on dedicated vegetarian protein products (no tofu, tempeh, or canned beans on sale). Protein this week comes entirely from cheese, eggs, and pantry beans. No premium proteins appear on this flyer in a vegetarian-compliant form, so there is no premium night; all five nights use economical protein sources, which keeps the total comfortably within range.

This week's flyer is genuinely short on premium vegetarian proteins, so every night leans on cheese, eggs, and pantry beans - all of which are among the most affordable proteins available. Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese at $2.99 per bag (when you buy as part of a group of five) does a lot of heavy lifting across the week, and the Buy 5 multi-buy deals on Prego Pasta Sauce, Daisy Sour Cream, Cherubs Tomatoes, and True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms make it easy to stock up on flavor-builders without overspending. The Round White Potatoes at $3.99 for a 5 lb. bag are one of the best values on the entire flyer and anchor a hearty loaded-potato night. Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas at $2.79 per pack (Buy 5 price) make Friday's burrito night a true budget win. Because no vegetarian-compliant premium proteins appear on this week's flyer, the plan skips a premium night entirely and puts all five dinners in the economical column, which is why the per-person total lands well within the $20 target.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Sauteed Mushroom and Egg Scramble over Ben's Original Ready Rice
Description: Sliced True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms are sauteed in butter with sweet onion until golden and tender, then folded together with scrambled eggs and spooned over fluffy Ben's Original Ready Rice. Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese is melted over the top and Cherubs Tomatoes are served alongside for a fresh, colorful contrast.
Sale items used: True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms, Ben's Original Ready Rice, Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, Cherubs Tomatoes, Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks or Spread
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms, 2 packages Ben's Original Ready Rice, 1 package Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese (use half), 1 lb. Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, 1 package Cherubs Tomatoes (halved, served fresh), 1/2 stick Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks or Spread; eggs (8 large) from pantry staples.
Recipes:
- Scrambled Eggs with Sautéed Mushrooms, Tomatoes & Spinach
- Creamy Scrambled Eggs With Sautéed Mushrooms

Tuesday
Meal: Prego Marinara Pasta with Mushrooms and Melted Kraft Shredded Cheese
Description: Creamette Pasta is boiled and tossed with Prego Pasta Sauce and sauteed True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms, then topped with a generous layer of melted Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese. Sweet onion sauteed in butter adds depth to the sauce, and Cherubs Tomatoes are scattered over each bowl for brightness.
Sale items used: Creamette Pasta, Prego Pasta Sauce or Minute Rice (Prego Pasta Sauce), True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms, Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, Cherubs Tomatoes, Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks or Spread
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages Creamette Pasta (use 1 full package, roughly 16 oz.), 1 package Prego Pasta Sauce, 1 package True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms, 1 package Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese (use half), 0.5 lb. Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, 1 package Cherubs Tomatoes, 2 tablespoons Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks or Spread.
Recipes:
- Creamy Mushroom Marinara Recipe
- Mushroom Marinara

Wednesday
Meal: Loaded Baked Round White Potatoes with Daisy Sour Cream and Kraft Shredded Cheese
Description: Large Round White Potatoes are scrubbed, pierced, and baked in the oven until the skins are crisp and the insides are fluffy, then split and loaded with Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese and Daisy Sour Cream. Baby-Cut Carrots tossed with a drizzle of butter serve as a simple roasted side, and Cherubs Tomatoes are diced and spooned over the top of each potato for color and freshness.
Sale items used: Round White Potatoes, Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Daisy Sour Cream, Baby-Cut Carrots, Cherubs Tomatoes, Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks or Spread
Prep time: 60 minutes
Serving note: 1 bag Round White Potatoes (5 lb., use 4 large potatoes), 1 package Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese (use half), 1 container Daisy Sour Cream, 1 bag Baby-Cut Carrots (1 lb.), 1 package Cherubs Tomatoes (use half); bake potatoes at 400 degrees F for 50-55 minutes - pierce and start them first, prep carrots and toppings while they bake.
Recipes:
- MY BEST BAKED POTATO WITH SOUR CREAM & CHEESE

Thursday
Meal: Cheese and Avocado Quesadillas on Mission Burrito Tortillas with Pace Salsa
Description: Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas are filled with Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese and sliced Minis Avocados, then cooked in a dry skillet until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is golden and crisp on both sides. Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce is served for dipping alongside Baby-Cut Carrots for a crunchy, fresh side.
Sale items used: Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas, Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Minis Avocados, Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce or Queso Dip (Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce), Baby-Cut Carrots
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 package Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas (use 8 tortillas for 2 quesadillas per person), 1 package Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese (use half), 1 bag Minis Avocados (6 ct., use 4 avocados), 1 jar Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce, 1 bag Baby-Cut Carrots (1 lb.).

Friday
Meal: Black Bean and Kraft Shredded Cheese Burritos on Mission Tortillas with Daisy Sour Cream and Pace Salsa
Description: Warm Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas are filled with seasoned canned black beans (from pantry), Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, and diced Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onion, then rolled and served with Daisy Sour Cream and Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce on the side. Minis Avocados are sliced and fanned alongside each burrito for a creamy, satisfying finish to the week.
Sale items used: Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas, Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, Daisy Sour Cream, Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce or Queso Dip (Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce), Minis Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 package Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas (use 8 tortillas, 2 per person), 1 package Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese (use half), 0.5 lb. Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions, 1 container Daisy Sour Cream, 1 jar Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce, 1 bag Minis Avocados (6 ct., use 4 avocados); 2 cans black beans from pantry.
Recipes:
- Easy Bean and Cheese Burritos
- Black Bean and Veggie Burritos

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- True Goodness Organic Whole or Sliced White Mushrooms (x2 packages at Buy 5 price $2.19 each - purchased as part of a group of 5): $4.38
- Ben's Original Ready Rice (x2 packages at $1.99 each): $3.98
- Kraft Shredded or Chunk Cheese (x5 packages at Buy 5 price $2.99 each): $14.95
- Bulk Vidalia or Sweet Onions (2 lbs. at $1.29/lb): $2.58
- Cherubs Tomatoes (x3 packages at Buy 5 price $2.69 each - purchased as part of a group of 5): $8.07
- Land O'Lakes Butter Sticks or Spread (x1 at $2.99 each): $2.99
- Creamette Pasta (x1 at $1.29 each): $1.29
- Prego Pasta Sauce or Minute Rice - Prego Pasta Sauce (x1 at Buy 5 price $1.99 each - purchased as part of a group of 5): $1.99
- Round White Potatoes (x1 bag at $3.99 for 5 lb. bag): $3.99
- Baby-Cut Carrots (x2 bags at $1.29 for 1 lb. bag): $2.58
- Daisy Sour Cream (x2 containers at Buy 5 price $1.69 each - purchased as part of a group of 5): $3.38
- Mission Burrito or Taco Tortillas (x2 packages at Buy 5 price $2.79 each - purchased as part of a group of 5): $5.58
- Minis Avocados (x1 bag at $2.99 for 6 ct. bag): $2.99
- Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce or Queso Dip - Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce (x2 jars at Buy 5 price $1.79 each - purchased as part of a group of 5): $3.58

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs (8 large, for Monday scramble)
- Black beans (2 cans, for Friday burritos)
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Cumin (for Friday black beans)
- Chili powder (for Friday black beans)