ALDI Low-Carb 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:
- Green Snacking Tomatoes (8-oz. Pkg.): $1.29
- Blackberries (6-oz. Pkg.): $1.49
- MauiFresh Pineapple: $2.99 (not recommended for low-carb use)

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Garlic Herb Petite Sirloin Steaks with Roasted Tomatoes
Description: Two petite sirloin steaks are seasoned generously with garlic, rosemary, and thyme, then seared in a cast iron skillet to a perfect medium. Halved green snacking tomatoes are roasted alongside in the oven with olive oil, salt, and pepper until blistered and caramelized for a bright, savory side.
Sale items used: USDA Choice Petite Sirloin Steaks ($8.99), Green Snacking Tomatoes ($1.29)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 2 petite sirloin steaks (roughly 6-8 oz. each), plus one full 8-oz. pkg. of green snacking tomatoes split between 2 plates. Net carbs approximately 4g per serving.
Recipes:
- 29 Delicious Petite Sirloin Steak Recipes for a Perfect Dinner
- Sirloin Steak with Garlic Butter
- Garlic Butter Steak

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon with Blackberry Reduction
Description: Two salmon fillets are pan-seared skin-side down in butter and olive oil until crispy, then finished with a quick blackberry reduction made from fresh blackberries, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of sweetener. The tangy, slightly sweet sauce complements the rich salmon beautifully without adding significant carbs.
Sale items used: Fresh Atlantic Salmon ($10.99), Blackberries - 1 pkg. ($1.49)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Two 6-oz. salmon fillets, with roughly half the 6-oz. blackberry pkg. used for the reduction (about 3 oz. per batch). Net carbs approximately 5g per serving.
Recipes:
- Perfect Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin + Blackberry Balsamic Sauce
- Keto Crispy Skin Salmon In Wine Sauce
- The BEST Keto Salmon (10 minute recipe!)

Wednesday
Meal: Smoky Pork Ribs with Tomato and Herb Salad
Description: A half rack of Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs is slow-roasted low and slow in the oven with a dry rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper, yielding tender, fall-off-the-bone results for two. A fresh herb salad using the remaining green snacking tomatoes, chopped parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice rounds out the plate with a crisp, refreshing contrast.
Sale items used: Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs ($8.99), Green Snacking Tomatoes - second pkg. ($1.29)
Prep time: 20 minutes prep, 2.5 hours roasting
Serving note: Approximately 6-8 ribs per person from a half rack, paired with a small tomato herb salad. Note - buy one full rack and use half, saving the rest for leftovers. Net carbs approximately 6g per serving depending on dry rub quantities used.
Recipes:
- Low Carb Smoky BBQ Spare Ribs
- Keto Smoked Pork Ribs Recipe
- Dry Rub Ribs

Thursday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Wings with Blackberry Dipping Sauce
Description: About 16 chicken wings are patted dry, tossed in baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then baked at high heat until skin is deeply crispy and golden. The remaining blackberries from Tuesday are simmered with a splash of vinegar and a pinch of chili flakes into a bold dipping sauce that is low in carbs and packed with flavor.
Sale items used: Chicken Wings 64oz. Frozen ($2.19), Blackberries - second pkg. ($1.49)
Prep time: 15 minutes prep, 45 minutes baking
Serving note: Approximately 8 wings per person (thaw only what you need from the large bag). Use the remaining 3 oz. of blackberries from the second pkg. for the dipping sauce. Net carbs approximately 7g per serving.
Recipes:
- Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
- Baked Keto Chicken Wings {Truly Crispy}
- Sugar Free Crispy BBQ Chicken Wings

Friday
Meal: Ground Turkey Lettuce Taco Bowls with Tomatoes
Description: One pound of ground turkey is browned with cumin, chili powder, garlic, and onion powder, then served in crisp butter lettuce cups topped with diced green snacking tomatoes, shredded cheddar, sour cream, and sliced avocado. This satisfying low-carb taco bowl delivers all the bold taco flavors without any tortillas or rice.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey ($4.99), Green Snacking Tomatoes - third pkg. ($1.29)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb. of the ground turkey package for 2 people (4-5 lettuce cups each). Net carbs approximately 6g per serving.
Recipes:
- Low Carb Ground Turkey Taco Salad
- Taco Lettuce Wraps with Ground Turkey
- Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- USDA Choice Petite Sirloin Steaks: $8.99
- Fresh Atlantic Salmon: $10.99
- Park Street Deli Smoky Pork Ribs: $8.99
- Chicken Wings 64oz. Frozen: $2.19
- Kirkwood Fresh 85/15 Ground Turkey: $4.99
- Green Snacking Tomatoes x3 pkgs.: $3.87
- Blackberries x2 pkgs.: $2.98

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Fresh or dried rosemary and thyme
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Baking powder (for crispy wings)
- Apple cider vinegar
- Low-carb sweetener (such as erythritol or stevia, optional for reductions)
- Salt and black pepper
- Chili flakes
- Lemon (1-2 fresh)
- Fresh parsley
- Butter lettuce (1 head)
- Avocado (1-2)
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream