Publix Low-Carb Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- New York Strip Steak Boneless: $8.98 LB
- Ground Sirloin: $2.20 LB
- Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins: $2.00 LB
- LP Catfish Fillets: $3.99 LB
- Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly: $1.00
- Aidells Sausage: $5.29
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: $6.99 LB
- Publix Chicken Wings: $3.99
- Boneless Chuck Roast: $3.00 LB
- Publix Stuffed Flank Steak: $3.50 LB
- Publix Pork Italian Sausage: $1.00
- Butterball Ground Turkey: $4.30
- Springer Mountain Farms Ground Chicken Breast: $0.50
- Publix Chicken Breast Kabobs: $2.00 LB
- GreerWise Angus Ribeye Steak Bone In: $7.00 LB
- GreerWise Lamb Loin Chops: $10.99 LB
- Publix St. Louis Style Pork Spareribs: $5.99
- Publix Pork Loin Back Ribs: $6.49 LB
- Red Argentine Shrimp: $9.99 LB
- Publix Shrimp: $12.99
- Vita Classic Atlantic Nova Salmon: $10.99
- Jack Daniels Pulled Pork: $2.50
- Hebrew National Kosher Beef Franks: $6.89

Vegetables on sale:
- Asparagus: $1.00 LB
- Red, Yellow, or Orange Bell Peppers: $2.99 LB
- Hot House Cucumbers: $3.00
- Publix Steed Prewashed Mushrooms: $3.00 ON 2
- Beefsteak Tomatoes: SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE
- Grape Tomatoes: SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE
- Hidden Valley Hass Avocados: $0.50 each (4 for $2)
- Vidalia Sweet White Onions: $2.00

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Seared New York Strip Steak with Garlic Butter Asparagus
Description: A single 8 oz boneless New York strip steak is seared in a hot cast iron skillet to a perfect medium with a golden crust, then rested and finished with a pat of garlic butter. Alongside, a half pound of fresh asparagus spears is sauteed in the same pan with butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until tender and slightly caramelized.
Sale items used: New York Strip Steak Boneless ($8.98 LB), Asparagus ($1.00 LB)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 steak at approximately 8 oz (0.5 LB at $4.49), 0.5 LB asparagus ($0.50), 1 tablespoon butter from pantry, 1 clove garlic from pantry. Net carbs approximately 4g per serving.
Recipes:
- New York Strip Steak With Garlic Butter
- Garlic Butter Sirloin Steak with Pan-Fried Asparagus
- Garlic Butter Steak with Asparagus

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Ground Sirloin and Bell Pepper Stuffed Avocados
Description: About 6 oz of ground sirloin is browned in a skillet with diced onion, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then spooned into two fresh halved avocados for a satisfying low-carb vessel. A squeeze of lime, a pinch of chili flakes, and shredded cheese on top complete this hearty and flavorful single-serving meal.
Sale items used: Ground Sirloin ($2.20 LB), Hidden Valley Hass Avocados ($0.50 each), Red or Yellow Bell Peppers ($2.99 LB), Kraft Shredded Cheese ($5.29)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 0.375 LB ground sirloin ($0.83), 2 avocados ($1.00), approximately 0.15 LB bell pepper (about half of one pepper, $0.45), 2 tablespoons shredded cheese (small portion of bag). Net carbs approximately 8g per serving.
Recipes:
- Low Carb Taco Stuffed Avocados
- BLT Stuffed Avocado
- Keto Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Wednesday
Meal: Herb-Roasted Pork Loin Tenderloin with Sauteed Mushrooms
Description: A single-serving portion of Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloin is seasoned generously with rosemary, thyme, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roasted in the oven at 400 degrees until juicy and cooked through. A cup of prewashed sliced mushrooms is sauteed in butter and garlic as a rich, earthy low-carb side that pairs perfectly with the lean pork.
Sale items used: Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins ($2.00 LB), Publix Steed Prewashed Mushrooms ($3.00 ON 2)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 0.5 LB pork loin tenderloin ($1.00), half of one mushroom package from the 2-for-$3 deal ($1.50 for your half), 1 tablespoon olive oil and fresh or dried herbs from pantry. Net carbs approximately 3g per serving.
Recipes:
- Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy
- Pork Medallions in Mushroom Cream Sauce
- Creamy Mushroom Pork Tenderloin

Thursday
Meal: Catfish Fillets with Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Description: Two LP Catfish Fillets are seasoned with Cajun spices, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then pan-fried in a light coating of olive oil until golden and flaky on the outside. A refreshing side salad of sliced hot house cucumber, grape tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and fresh herbs keeps the carb count very low and adds brightness to the plate.
Sale items used: LP Catfish Fillets ($3.99 LB), Hot House Cucumbers ($3.00), Grape Tomatoes (SURPRISINGLY LOW PRICE)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Approximately 0.5 LB catfish fillets ($2.00), one quarter of a hot house cucumber ($0.75), a small handful of grape tomatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil and spices from pantry. Net carbs approximately 5g per serving.
Recipes:
- Best Easy Recipe: Low Carb Catfish Fry
- Easy Cucumber and Tomato Salad
- Crispy Keto Fried Fish

Friday
Meal: Smokehouse Pork Belly and Aidells Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Bell Peppers
Description: A single-serve portion of Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly is sliced and arranged on a sheet pan alongside two or three slices of Aidells sausage and strips of colorful red and yellow bell pepper, then roasted at 425 degrees until caramelized and slightly crispy at the edges. The smokehouse marinade on the pork belly infuses the entire pan with bold, savory flavor while keeping the meal completely low-carb and satisfying.
Sale items used: Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly ($1.00), Aidells Sausage ($5.29), Red or Yellow Bell Peppers ($2.99 LB)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Approximately one quarter of the pork belly package for one serving ($0.25 estimated portion), 2 to 3 links of Aidells sausage (about one quarter of the $5.29 package, roughly $1.32), 0.25 LB bell peppers - about one small pepper ($0.75), 1 tablespoon olive oil from pantry. Net carbs approximately 6g per serving.
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Onions
- Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers - Low Carb + Gluten Free
- Roasted Italian Sausage and Mini Peppers Sheet Pan Meal

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- New York Strip Steak Boneless (approx. 0.5 LB): $4.49
- Ground Sirloin (approx. 0.375 LB): $0.83
- Publix Extra Lean Pork Loin Tenderloins (approx. 0.5 LB): $1.00
- LP Catfish Fillets (approx. 0.5 LB): $2.00
- Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly (1 package, use portion): $1.00
- Aidells Sausage (1 package, use portion): $5.29
- Hidden Valley Hass Avocados (2 avocados): $1.00
- Asparagus (approx. 0.5 LB): $0.50
- Red or Yellow Bell Peppers (approx. 0.4 LB total across two meals): $1.20
- Hot House Cucumbers (1 cucumber, use portion): $3.00
- Grape Tomatoes (small container): $2.00 estimated
- Publix Steed Prewashed Mushrooms (2 for $3, use half): $3.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese (1 bag, use small portion): $5.29

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic cloves or garlic powder
- Cumin
- Chili flakes
- Cajun seasoning or paprika
- Dried rosemary and thyme
- Salt and black pepper
- Red wine vinegar
- Lime (1 small)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review the "Buy on sale" items in the shopping list above and calculate the total cost. Output only this single line:

Total: $30.60 for 1 person | $30.60 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Publix store for actual pricing.