Publix Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Stuffed Acorn Squash with Rice
Description: One acorn squash is halved and roasted until tender, then filled with fluffy rice, sauteed sweet onion, and melted shredded cheese. It makes a cozy, filling dinner with leftover squash half or rice ready for later in the week.
Sale items used: Acorn Squash, GreenWise Organic Rice, Publix Shredded Cheese, Sweet Onions
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 50 minutes total
Serving note: Use 1 acorn squash (assumed about 1.25 lb), 1/2 cup cooked rice, 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion, and 1/3 cup shredded cheese. Total time is close to an hour, so cook the rice a day ahead or roast the squash while you prep the filling.
Recipes:
- Cheesy Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe
- The Best Vegetarian Stuffed Acorn Squash

Tuesday
Meal: Veggie Frittata with Potatoes and Tomatoes
Description: Three eggs are whisked with diced tomato and onion, then baked over pan-crisped Gold potato cubes. Finish with a sprinkle of cheese for a hearty one-pan dinner.
Sale items used: Pete & Gerry's Organic Brown Eggs, Publix Gold Potatoes, Tomatoes on the Vine, Sweet Onions, Publix Shredded Cheese
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 3 eggs, 1 small potato (about 5 oz) diced, 1 tomato (assumed about 1/3 lb), 2 tbsp chopped onion, and 1/4 cup cheese. Leftover frittata reheats well for lunch.
Recipes:
- Vegetable Frittata
- Vegetable Frittata
- Potato Spinach Vegetable Frittata

Wednesday
Meal: Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Description: A large Gold potato is baked until fluffy, then mashed with steamed broccoli florets and melted cheese. It is a budget-friendly comfort meal made for one.
Sale items used: Publix Gold Potatoes, Broccoli, Publix Shredded Cheese
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 60 minutes total
Serving note: Use 1 large potato (about 8 oz), 1 cup broccoli florets (about 1/2 of one crown), and 1/3 cup cheese. Bake the potato at 425F for about 50 minutes, or microwave 6 minutes first to speed things up.
Recipes:
- Broccoli and Cheese-Stuffed Baked Potatoes
- Baked Potatoes Stuffed with Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese
- Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Potatoes

Thursday
Meal: Cheese and Avocado Quesadilla-Style Bagel Melts with Coleslaw
Description: A toasted bagel is topped with sliced avocado and melted cheese, then folded or stacked like a quesadilla. Serve it with a quick coleslaw side dressed with a splash of vinegar and pepper.
Sale items used: GreenWise Bagels, Hass Avocados, Publix Shredded Cheese, Publix Coleslaw Mix
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 bagel split in two, 1/2 avocado, 1/3 cup cheese, and 1 cup coleslaw mix. Save the other avocado half for Friday with lemon or salt to keep it fresh.

Friday
Meal: Egg and Carrot Fried Rice
Description: Day-old rice is stir-fried with scrambled eggs, diced carrots, and onion for a fast, savory dinner. Top with the leftover avocado half for extra creaminess.
Sale items used: Pete & Gerry's Organic Brown Eggs, Publix Baby Cut Carrots, GreenWise Organic Rice, Sweet Onions, Hass Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 eggs, 1/2 cup chopped baby carrots (about 8 carrots), 1 cup cooked rice, and 2 tbsp onion. Cook extra rice on Monday and refrigerate it for best texture.
Recipes:
- Vegetable Egg Fried Rice Recipe
- The Best Veg Fried Rice (Vegetarian Fried Rice!)
- 20-Minute Egg Fried Rice

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Acorn Squash (1 squash, about 1.25 lb): $1.24
- Publix Gold Potatoes (x1 bag): $4.99
- Tomatoes on the Vine (about 0.5 lb): $1.00
- Broccoli (x1 crown, 2 for $6.00 priced at one): $3.00
- Hass Avocados (x1): $0.99
- Publix Coleslaw Mix (x1 bag): $1.49
- Publix Baby Cut Carrots (x1 bag): $1.50
- Sweet Onions (x1 bag): $4.99
- Publix Shredded Cheese (x1 bag): $2.50
- Pete & Gerry's Organic Brown Eggs (x1 dozen): $4.99
- GreenWise Bagels (x1 pack): $1.99
- GreenWise Organic Rice (x1 bag): $3.50

Pantry staples needed:
- Cooking oil, butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, vinegar, soy sauce