ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
Why these meals: This week's low-carb plan builds around ALDI's sale proteins so you get variety without extra effort: chicken tenderloins on Monday, ground beef on Tuesday, pork ribs on Wednesday, chicken wings on Thursday, and beef skewers on Friday for a special-occasion finish. Zucchini and Havarti or Gouda repeat across Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, so one shopping trip covers multiple meals with minimal waste, while the avocados and guacamole tie together Wednesday's salad and Thursday's dip. You'll get fast weeknight skillet dinners early on, then ease into a slower-baked rib night and a hands-off wing bake before ending the week with a fresh, grilled skewer and peach salad. Every dish keeps carbs low by leaning on cheese, avocado, and vegetables instead of starchy sides, so the flavors stay rich and satisfying throughout the week.
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloins with Zucchini and Havarti
Description: Chicken tenderloins are pan-seared until golden and finished with melted Havarti, served alongside sauteed zucchini. It is a fast, protein-forward skillet dinner with a creamy, cheesy topping.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Organic Zucchini, Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb chicken tenderloins, 1 lb organic zucchini sliced and sauteed, 1 pack (7 oz) Havarti melted over the chicken.
Tuesday
Meal: Skillet Ground Beef with Zucchini and Gouda
Description: Ground beef is browned and seasoned in a skillet, tossed with sauteed zucchini, and topped with melted Gouda. A simple, hearty low-carb dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh Ground Beef Chub, Organic Zucchini, Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb ground beef browned, 1 lb organic zucchini sauteed and mixed in, 1 pack (7 oz) Gouda melted over the top.
Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Baked Pork Ribs with Avocado and Guacamole Salad
Description: St. Louis pork ribs are seasoned and oven-baked until tender, served with a cool avocado and guacamole salad on the side. The rich, slow-baked pork contrasts nicely with the fresh, creamy salad.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh St. Louis Pork Ribs, Organic Avocados, Park Street Deli Assorted Fresh Guacamole
Prep time: 15 minutes active, about 75 minutes total bake time
Serving note: 2 lb pork ribs oven-baked; 2 of the 4 avocados from the pack sliced and 10 oz guacamole served as the salad. Make-ahead note: season ribs the night before or start baking early since total oven time runs over an hour.
Thursday
Meal: Baked Chicken Wings with Avocado Guacamole Dip
Description: Chicken wings are oven-baked until crisp and served with a chunky avocado and guacamole dip. A crowd-pleasing, hands-off dinner with a fresh, creamy dip.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Wings, Organic Avocados, Park Street Deli Assorted Fresh Guacamole
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb chicken wings baked; remaining 2 avocados mashed and combined with any leftover guacamole for dipping.
Recipes:
- Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
Friday
Meal: Grilled Beef Skewers with Havarti and Peach Salad
Description: Seasoned beef skewers are grilled and paired with a light salad of fresh peaches and Havarti cheese. This is the week's special-occasion dinner, balancing savory grilled beef with juicy, sweet-tart fruit.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers, California Peaches, Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages (7 oz each) beef skewers grilled, 1 lb California peaches sliced, 1 pack (7 oz) Havarti cubed and tossed into the salad.
Recipes:
- Marinated Steak Skewers With Grilled Peach Caprese Salad
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins (2 lb): $4.58
- Organic Zucchini (2 lb): $4.78
- Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda (3 packs, 7 oz each): $4.35
- Fresh Ground Beef Chub (2 lb): $7.18
- Smithfield Fresh St. Louis Pork Ribs (2 lb): $4.98
- Organic Avocados (1 pack of 4): $3.69
- Park Street Deli Assorted Fresh Guacamole (10 oz): $2.99
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Wings (2 lb): $4.98
- Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers (2 each): $11.98
- California Peaches (1 lb): $1.39
Pantry staples needed:
- Salt, pepper, and other basic seasonings
- Cooking oil or butter
- Optional dried herbs or spices for chicken and pork seasoning
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Wings: $2.49/lb
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins: $2.29/lb
- Smithfield Fresh St. Louis Pork Ribs: $2.49/lb
- Cattlemen's Ranch Frozen Black Angus Beef Patties (2 lb.): $9.49 each
- Fresh Ground Beef Chub: $3.59/lb
- Fresh Seasoned Beef Skewers (7 oz.): $5.99 each
- Parkview Uncured Beef Franks (15 oz.): $4.49 each
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Park Street Deli Assorted Fresh Guacamole (10 oz.): $2.99 each
Produce on sale:
- Mandarins: $2.89 per 3-lb bag
- Specially Selected California Perfect Pairing Grapes: $6.89 per 3-lb pkg
- Cantaloupe: $2.29 each
- Whole Seedless Watermelon: $4.49 each
- California Peaches: $1.39/lb
- Sweet Corn: $2.39 per 4-pack
- Organic Zucchini: $2.39/lb
- Organic Avocados: $3.69 per 4-pack
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Emporium Selection Deli-Sliced Havarti or Gouda (7 oz.): $1.45 each
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns (10.58 oz.): $3.99 each
- Specially Selected Brioche Hot Dog Rolls (9.52 oz.): $3.29 each
- Bake Shop Gourmet Cookies (14 oz.): $3.99 each
Pantry on sale:
- Clancy's Lime Tortilla Chips (13 oz.): $2.15 each
- Clancy's Wavy Potato Chips (10 oz.): $1.79 each
- Clancy's Original or Jalapeño Kettle Chips (8 oz.): $1.89 each
- Casa Mamita Medium Salsa (24 oz.): $2.59 each
- Casa Mamita Salsa Con Queso (15 oz.): $2.29 each
- Dakota's Pride Assorted Baked Beans (28 oz.): $1.99 each
- Burman's Assorted BBQ Sauce (18 oz.): $1.69 each
- Southern Grove Dry Roasted Peanuts with Sea Salt (16 oz.): $2.29 each
- The Ryl Co. Ryl Tea Single (16 oz.): $1.75 each
- PurAqua Natural Spring Water (24x16.9 oz.): $3.99 each
Frozen on sale:
- Sundae Shoppe Chocolate or Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Bars (18 oz.): $2.99 each
- Sundae Shoppe Vanilla or Cookie Dough Ice Cream (48 oz.): $2.49 each
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
Some sale prices require the store's loyalty card or a clipped digital coupon. Check the flyer before you shop.
$50.90
for 4 people · $12.72 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the ALDI weekly sales flyer for the week of September 02, 2026. Flyers are sourced from store websites and weekly flyer aggregator sites. Actual prices may vary by location. Always verify prices at your local store. We are not affiliated with ALDI.