ALDI Kid-Friendly 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
- Beef Burgers (6-Count Brioche Buns): $3.99
- Fremont Fish Market Assorted Varieties: $6.99
- 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: Classic Cheeseburgers on Brioche Buns
Description: A juicy beef burger patty cooked to perfection and served on a soft brioche bun with your favorite kid-friendly toppings like ketchup, cheese, and lettuce. The 75/25 beef patties come in a 3-lb. frozen pack, so you can cook just one patty and save the rest for future meals all week. This is a simple, satisfying classic that kids absolutely love.
Sale items used: 75/25 Beef Patties (3lb. Frozen), Beef Burgers (6-Count Brioche Buns)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 1 frozen beef patty (roughly 1/4 lb. cooked), 1 brioche bun - freeze remaining patties for later use. Add cheese slice from pantry staples.
Recipes:
- Classic Brioche Hamburger Buns
- Brioche Bun Recipe
- Best Brioche Burger Bun Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Honey BBQ Chicken Skewers with Pineapple
Description: Tender chicken skewer pieces glazed with a sweet honey BBQ sauce and served alongside fresh pineapple chunks for a fun, tropical-feeling plate kids will love. The pre-made chicken skewers make prep super easy, and the sweet pineapple pairs perfectly with the mild honey BBQ flavor for a colorful and exciting meal.
Sale items used: Chicken Skewers, MauiFresh Pineapple
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 to 2 chicken skewers depending on size, roughly 2 to 3 pineapple slices on the side. Brush skewers with honey BBQ sauce from pantry before grilling or baking. Save remaining pineapple for snacking.
Recipes:
- Chicken and Pineapple Skewers Recipe
- Honey BBQ Grilled Chicken Skewers
- Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

Wednesday
Meal: Beef Frank Hot Dogs with Chips and Pasta Salad
Description: A classic beef frank nestled in a soft white bread bun and dressed with ketchup and mustard for a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing lunch or dinner any kid will cheer for. Pair it with a scoop of creamy ALDI pasta salad and a small handful of crunchy potato chips for a complete and fun plate.
Sale items used: Parkview Beef Franks, L'oven Fresh White Bread, ALDI Pasta Salad, Original Potato Chips
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: 1 to 2 beef franks, 1 to 2 slices of white bread used as a makeshift bun, roughly 1/2 cup pasta salad, and a small single-serving handful of chips. Remaining franks and pasta salad can be stored for leftovers.
Recipes:
- Hot Dog Pasta Salad Recipe
- Chicago Hot Dog Pasta Salad
- Hot Dog Pasta Salad

Thursday
Meal: Baked Salmon with Crackers and Green Tomatoes
Description: A mild, flaky baked salmon fillet seasoned simply with butter and a pinch of garlic salt makes for a kid-friendly protein that is light and easy to enjoy. Serve it alongside crunchy cheese crackers and a few fresh green snacking tomatoes for a fun, dippable snack-style plate that feels like a lunchable grown up.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Family Size Crackers or Extra Toasty Cheese, Green Snacking Tomatoes (8-oz. Pkg.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 salmon fillet portion (roughly 4 to 6 oz.), a small handful of crackers (approximately 8 to 10), and 4 to 5 green snacking tomatoes. Keep seasoning very mild - butter, salt, and a tiny squeeze of lemon works perfectly for kids.
Recipes:
- Easy Ritz Cracker Salmon Patties
- Classic Salmon Patties Recipe with Canned Salmon
- Salmon Patties with Crackers

Friday
Meal: Ground Turkey Taco Bowls on White Bread Toast Points
Description: Seasoned ground turkey cooked with mild taco spices and spooned over toasted white bread triangles cut into fun dippable points, giving kids a familiar taco flavor in a totally approachable and playful format. Top with shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream to keep flavors mild and creamy - skip the salsa or hot sauce for the youngest eaters.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey, L'oven Fresh White Bread
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Roughly 1/4 lb. cooked ground turkey (season very mildly with cumin, garlic powder, and a tiny pinch of chili powder only), 2 slices of white bread toasted and cut diagonally into 4 triangles each. Freeze remaining ground turkey in portions for future use.
Recipes:
- Ground Turkey Taco Bowls
- Turkey Taco Bowls with Meal Prep Option
- Easy Ground Turkey Taco Bowls

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- 75/25 Beef Patties (3lb. Frozen): $14.29 (use 1 patty this week, freeze the rest - cost per patty approximately $1.19)
- Beef Burgers (6-Count Brioche Buns): $3.99 (use 1 bun, remaining buns store well)
- Chicken Skewers: $6.79 (use 1 to 2 skewers for 1 serving)
- MauiFresh Pineapple: $2.99 (use a few slices, enjoy the rest as snacks)
- Parkview Beef Franks: $1.69 (use 1 to 2 franks from the pack)
- L'oven Fresh White Bread: $1.39 (used across Wednesday and Friday meals)
- ALDI Pasta Salad: $3.89 (use roughly half the container for 1 serving)
- Original Potato Chips: $1.79 (use a single-serving handful for Wednesday)
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon: $10.99 (purchase smallest available fillet or ask deli to portion - use approximately 4 to 6 oz.)
- Family Size Crackers or Extra Toasty Cheese: $2.49 (use a small handful for Thursday)
- Green Snacking Tomatoes (8-oz. Pkg.): $1.29 (use 4 to 5 tomatoes for Thursday)
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey: $4.99 (use 1/4 lb. for Friday, freeze the rest)

Pantry staples needed:
- Ketchup and mustard (for hot dogs and burgers)
- Sliced American cheese or cheddar (for burgers and taco bowls)
- Honey BBQ sauce (for Tuesday chicken skewers)
- Butter (for baking salmon on Thursday)
- Garlic salt or garlic powder (for salmon and turkey)
- Ground cumin (for turkey taco bowls)
- Mild chili powder (small amount for turkey - optional and very light)
- Sour cream (for Friday taco bowls - optional topping)
- Cooking spray or neutral oil (for pan cooking)