ALDI Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Chicken Wings with Watermelon Wedges
Description: Crispy oven-baked chicken wings seasoned with a simple salt, pepper, and garlic powder rub make a fun and satisfying dinner for two. Served alongside fresh watermelon wedges for a sweet, cooling contrast that kids absolutely love.
Sale items used: Farmer Focus Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Whole Chicken Wings, Whole Seedless Watermelon
Prep time: 55 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1.5 lbs of chicken wings for 2 people (about 6-8 wings total). Cut 2-3 generous wedges from the watermelon and refrigerate the rest for snacking throughout the week. Since bake time is about 45 minutes, preheat the oven while you prep the wings to keep total time on track.

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Marinated Pork Strips with Zucchini over Rice
Description: Tender pre-marinated pork strips are quickly pan-cooked and paired with sauteed zucchini coins over fluffy white rice for a simple, colorful weeknight dinner. The mild marinade on the pork keeps flavors familiar and approachable for kids.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz, Zucchini
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 16 oz package of pork strips, which is a perfect amount for 2 people. Purchase approximately 0.75 lb of zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini). Cook 1 cup of dry rice to yield 2 generous servings.
Recipes:
- Zucchini and Pork Stir-Fry

Wednesday
Meal: Ground Turkey Skillet Tacos on Brioche Buns
Description: Seasoned ground turkey is browned in a skillet with mild taco spices and spooned onto soft brioche buns for a fun twist on a classic taco night. Kids love building their own with simple toppings like shredded cheese and grape tomatoes.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz, Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of ground turkey from the 48 oz package and freeze the remainder in portions for future meals. Use 2 brioche buns for the meal. Set out halved grape tomatoes as a topping and side snack.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon Portions with Peach Slices and Mini Bagels
Description: Golden pan-seared salmon portions are served alongside sweet fresh peach slices and toasted mini bagels for a light, kid-friendly dinner that feels a little special. The mild flavor of Atlantic salmon pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of summer peaches.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion, Peaches, L'oven Fresh Mini Bagels 18 oz
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of salmon (two 0.5 lb portions, one per person) at $8.99/lb. Purchase approximately 1 lb of peaches (about 2-3 peaches) for slicing. Toast 2-4 mini bagels to serve alongside.

Friday
Meal: Ground Beef Smash Burgers on Seeded Brioche Buns with Grape Tomatoes
Description: Juicy smash burgers made from fresh 93/7 ground beef are pressed thin on a hot skillet and served on toasted seeded brioche buns for a diner-style Friday night treat. Grape tomatoes on the side add a fresh, colorful pop that rounds out the plate.
Sale items used: Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers, Specially Selected Seeded Brioche Burger Buns, Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz pkg
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.75 lb of ground beef to make 2 smash burger patties (about 6 oz each before smashing). Use 2 seeded brioche buns. The grape tomatoes purchased Wednesday carry over to Friday, so no second package is needed.
Recipes:
- The Best Smash Burger Recipe Ever

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Farmer Focus Fresh Whole Chicken Wings (1.5 lbs): $3.44
- Whole Seedless Watermelon (1 each): $4.49
- Smithfield Fresh Marinated Pork Strips 16 oz (1 package): $4.99
- Zucchini (0.75 lb): $0.89
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey 48 oz (1 package): $7.99
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns (1 package): $3.99
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz (1 package): $1.99
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon Portion (1 lb): $8.99
- Peaches (1 lb): $1.39
- L'oven Fresh Mini Bagels 18 oz (1 package): $3.49
- Fresh 93/7 Ground Beef Burgers (0.75 lb): $4.87
- Specially Selected Seeded Brioche Burger Buns (1 package): $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- White rice
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Mild taco seasoning
- Shredded cheese (for turkey tacos)
- Butter (for toasting bagels and buns)
- Ketchup and mustard (for burgers)