ALDI Gluten-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloins with Zucchini and Rice
Description: Tender chicken tenderloins are pan-seared until golden and served alongside sauteed zucchini and a bed of fluffy white rice. A simple, gluten-free weeknight dinner using fresh sale produce and protein.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Organic Zucchini
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use about 0.5 lb chicken tenderloins and 0.3 lb zucchini; serve over 0.5 cup dry rice (gluten-free).

Tuesday
Meal: BBQ Pork Ribs with Sweet Corn and Baked Beans
Description: A single-serving portion of St. Louis pork ribs is oven-baked with BBQ sauce until tender, paired with sweet corn on the cob and a scoop of baked beans. A comforting, gluten-free BBQ-style plate.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh St. Louis Pork Ribs, Sweet Corn, Dakota's Pride Assorted Baked Beans
Prep time: 55 minutes
Serving note: Use about 0.75 lb pork ribs (a practical cut instead of a full rack), 1 ear of corn, and 3/4 cup baked beans; check BBQ sauce label to confirm gluten-free. Ribs take about 45 minutes to bake, so start them first.
Recipes:
- Easy Grilled Gluten Free Ribs with a Sweet and Spicy Dry Rub

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Beef and Zucchini Skillet with Rice and Guacamole
Description: Ground beef is browned with zucchini in a quick skillet, served over rice and topped with a scoop of fresh guacamole. A hearty, naturally gluten-free one-pan meal.
Sale items used: Fresh Ground Beef Chub, Organic Zucchini, Park Street Deli Assorted Fresh Guacamole
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about 0.4 lb ground beef, 0.3 lb zucchini, 0.5 cup dry rice, and 2 tbsp guacamole (from the 10 oz tub).
Recipes:
- Mexican Zucchini and Ground Beef Skillet

Thursday
Meal: Grilled Beef Franks with Sweet Corn and Kettle Chips
Description: Uncured beef franks are grilled and served with a side of sweet corn and crunchy kettle chips. A quick, gluten-free backyard-style dinner for one.
Sale items used: Parkview Uncured Beef Franks, Sweet Corn, Clancy's Original or Jalapeño Kettle Chips
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 beef franks (from the 15 oz pack), 1 ear of corn, and a single-serving handful (about 1 oz) of kettle chips; skip the bun or use a gluten-free bun if desired.

Friday
Meal: Grilled Beef Skewers with Cantaloupe and Avocado Salad
Description: Seasoned beef skewers are grilled to juicy perfection and paired with fresh cantaloupe and a simple avocado salad. A light, refreshing, gluten-free finish to the week.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers, Cantaloupe, Organic Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 skewer (7 oz), 1/4 of a cantaloupe, and 1 avocado (from the 4-pack) tossed with lime juice and salt for the salad.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins (0.5 lb): $1.15
- Organic Zucchini (0.6 lb): $1.43
- Smithfield Fresh St. Louis Pork Ribs (0.75 lb): $1.87
- Sweet Corn (1 four-pack): $2.39
- Dakota's Pride Assorted Baked Beans (1 can): $1.99
- Fresh Ground Beef Chub (0.4 lb): $1.44
- Park Street Deli Assorted Fresh Guacamole (10 oz): $2.99
- Parkview Uncured Beef Franks (1 pack, 15 oz): $4.49
- Clancy's Original or Jalapeño Kettle Chips (8 oz): $1.89
- Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers (7 oz): $5.99
- Cantaloupe (1 each): $2.29
- Organic Avocados (4-pack): $3.69

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice
- Cooking oil
- Salt and pepper
- BBQ sauce (check label for gluten-free certification)
- Lime juice