ALDI Gluten-Free Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Simply Fresh 85% Lean Organic Grass-Fed Beef: $5.99
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon: $10.99
- Ground Fresh Beef Chub (5-lb.): $2.49
- Smithfield St. Louis Pork: $2.49
- Parkview Beef Franks: $1.69
- USDA Choice Petite Sirloin Steaks: $8.99
- 75/25 Beef Patties (3lb. Frozen): $14.29
- Chicken Skewers: $6.79
- Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs: $8.99
- Chicken Wings (64oz. Frozen): $2.19
- Fresh Pack Chicken Breasts (Family Size): $3.79
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey: $4.99

Vegetables on sale:
- MauiFresh Pineapple: $2.99
- Blackberries (6-oz. Pkg.): $1.49
- Green Snacking Tomatoes (8-oz. Pkg.): $1.29

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Atlantic Salmon with Pineapple Salsa and Roasted Potatoes
Description: Two salmon fillets are seasoned with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper, then baked at 400 degrees until flaky and golden. A fresh pineapple salsa made with diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice brightens the dish, served alongside crispy oven-roasted potatoes.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon ($10.99), MauiFresh Pineapple ($2.99)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 12 oz of salmon (two 6-oz fillets) for 2 people; use roughly 1/4 of the pineapple for the salsa; roast 2 medium russet potatoes (pantry item) cut into wedges
Recipes:
- Maple Glazed Salmon with Pineapple Salsa
- Baked Salmon with Pineapple Salsa
- Pineapple Glazed Salmon with Pineapple Avocado Salsa

Tuesday
Meal: Ground Beef Taco Bowls with Blackberry Pico
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned with cumin, chili powder, garlic, and salt, then served over fluffy white rice with shredded cheese and sour cream. A unique blackberry pico de gallo made with mashed blackberries, diced tomato, red onion, jalapeno, and lime juice adds a sweet and tangy kick to each bowl.
Sale items used: Ground Fresh Beef Chub ($2.49), Blackberries ($1.49), Green Snacking Tomatoes ($1.29)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 10 oz of ground beef from the chub for 2 people; use half the blackberry package (about 3 oz) for the pico; remainder of beef can be frozen for later use; serve over 1 cup dry rice per 2 people (pantry item)
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Taco Bowls
- Ground Beef Taco Bowls
- Easy Taco Bowls with Taco Potatoes

Wednesday
Meal: Smoky Pork Ribs with Pineapple Glaze and Potato Chips
Description: A half rack of the Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs is reheated low and slow in the oven, then brushed with a simple gluten-free pineapple glaze made from pineapple juice, honey, and gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos. The ribs are served alongside Original Potato Chips for a casual, satisfying weeknight dinner with zero fuss.
Sale items used: Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs ($8.99), MauiFresh Pineapple ($2.99 - same pineapple from Monday), Original Potato Chips ($1.79)
Prep time: 25 minutes (plus 45 minutes oven time)
Serving note: Use half the rack of ribs for 2 people (approximately 6 to 8 ribs); use remaining pineapple to squeeze or blend juice for the glaze; reserve remaining ribs for leftovers or freeze; verify pork ribs seasoning is gluten-free before purchasing
Recipes:
- Pineapple Glazed Pork Ribs
- Pineapple Glazed Ribs
- Tropical Pineapple & Honey BBQ Ribs

Thursday
Meal: Grilled Chicken Skewers with Tomato and Pineapple Salad
Description: The ready-to-grill Chicken Skewers are cooked on a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until charred and cooked through, delivering smoky flavor with minimal prep. A refreshing side salad is tossed together with green snacking tomatoes, remaining fresh pineapple chunks, red onion, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and fresh herbs.
Sale items used: Chicken Skewers ($6.79), Green Snacking Tomatoes ($1.29 - same package from Tuesday), MauiFresh Pineapple ($2.99 - same pineapple, final use)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 skewers per person depending on package count; use remaining green tomatoes from Tuesday's purchase; use last quarter of the pineapple for the salad; confirm skewer marinade is certified gluten-free
Recipes:
- Sweet and Spicy Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Skewers
- Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Kabobs
- Grilled Pineapple Jalapeño Chicken Skewers

Friday
Meal: Turkey and Potato Skillet with Blackberry Balsamic Reduction
Description: Ground turkey is browned in a large skillet with diced potatoes, garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning until everything is golden and tender in a single-pan meal. A quick blackberry balsamic reduction is made by simmering remaining blackberries with balsamic vinegar and honey until thick, then drizzled over each serving for an elegant finish.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey ($4.99), Blackberries ($1.49 - remaining from Tuesday)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 12 oz of ground turkey for 2 people; use 2 medium yellow potatoes (pantry item) diced small for faster cooking; use remaining blackberries (about 3 oz) for the reduction; remainder of turkey package can be frozen
Recipes:
- Ground Turkey & Potato Skillet
- Ground Turkey Potato Skillet
- Seedless Blackberry Sauce

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon: $10.99
- Ground Fresh Beef Chub (5-lb.): $2.49
- Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs: $8.99
- Chicken Skewers: $6.79
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey: $4.99
- MauiFresh Pineapple: $2.99
- Blackberries (6-oz. Pkg.): $1.49
- Green Snacking Tomatoes (8-oz. Pkg.): $1.29
- Original Potato Chips: $1.79

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice (gluten-free, for taco bowls)
- Russet or yellow potatoes (for roasting and skillet)
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Red onion
- Fresh cilantro
- Fresh lime (2 to 3 limes)
- Honey
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut aminos or certified gluten-free soy sauce
- Cumin, chili powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper
- Jalapeno (optional, for pico)
- Shredded cheese and sour cream (for taco bowls, check gluten-free labeling)