ALDI Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Scrambled Egg and Zucchini Skillet on English Muffins
Description: Fresh zucchini is sauteed until golden, then folded into fluffy scrambled eggs and piled onto toasted English muffins for a satisfying, protein-rich breakfast-style dinner for two. The combination of tender vegetables and creamy eggs makes this a quick, filling meal that comes together in under 20 minutes.
Sale items used: Zucchini ($1.19/lb), L'oven Fresh Plain English Muffins 12 oz ($1.59)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini) for two people; total zucchini cost is approximately $0.89. Use 4 eggs total (2 per person) and 2 English muffins split and toasted from the 12-count package.
Recipes:
- Scrambled Eggs with Zucchini - Sugar & Snap Peas
- Southwestern Style Scrambled Egg Beaters on English Muffins

Tuesday
Meal: Avocado and Grape Tomato Bruschetta on Sliced Sourdough
Description: Creamy mashed avocado is spread over thick slices of toasted sourdough and topped with halved grape tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil for a bright, satisfying open-faced bruschetta for two. This no-cook assembly meal is perfect for a warm summer evening and showcases the peak-season produce beautifully.
Sale items used: Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack ($2.89), Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz ($1.99), Specially Selected Sliced Sourdough Round 24 oz ($3.49)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 mini avocados (one per person) from the 6-pack; the remaining 4 avocados can be used Thursday. Use half the grape tomato package (about 5 oz) for two generous servings. Toast 2 thick slices of sourdough per person, 4 slices total.
Recipes:
- Easy Avocado Bruschetta Recipe - Ruchiskitchen
- Avocado Bruschetta Recipe With Balsamic Glaze
- Avocado Bruschetta (with Cherry Tomatoes) - Green Valley Kitchen

Wednesday
Meal: Zucchini and Egg Fried Rice with Frozen Blueberry Yogurt Sauce
Description: Diced zucchini and scrambled eggs are stir-fried with cooked rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil for a hearty vegetarian fried rice, then served alongside a cool, tangy blueberry yogurt sauce made from frozen blueberries and plain yogurt. The sweet-tart sauce provides a surprising and refreshing contrast to the savory fried rice.
Sale items used: Zucchini ($1.19/lb), Season's Choice Frozen Blueberries 24 oz ($3.79), Friendly Farms Nonfat Yogurt Plain 32 oz ($2.59)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of zucchini (about 1 small zucchini) for two people; total zucchini cost is approximately $0.60. Use 4 eggs total and about 1.5 cups dry rice from pantry. For the blueberry yogurt sauce, simmer approximately 1 cup of frozen blueberries with 0.5 cup plain yogurt; the remaining blueberries and yogurt carry forward to Friday.

Thursday
Meal: Peach and Avocado Brioche Bun Stacks with Greek Yogurt Herb Dressing
Description: Sliced fresh peaches and creamy avocado are layered onto toasted brioche buns and drizzled with a herbed Greek yogurt dressing made with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs for an elegant open-faced stack for two. This summery meal is light yet satisfying, making the most of peak-season stone fruit and rich avocado.
Sale items used: Peaches ($1.39/lb), Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack (already purchased Tuesday, $0 additional cost), Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz ($3.99), Friendly Farms Nonfat Greek Yogurt 32 oz ($2.79)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of peaches (about 3 medium peaches) for two people; total peach cost is approximately $1.39. Use 2 of the remaining mini avocados from Tuesday's 6-pack. Use 2 brioche buns (one per person) from the package. Mix approximately 0.5 cup Greek yogurt with herbs and lemon juice from pantry for the dressing; remaining Greek yogurt can be used as a snack or breakfast.

Friday
Meal: Blueberry and Peach Yogurt Grain Bowl with Toasted Everything Sourdough
Description: Warm cooked farro or oats are topped with thawed frozen blueberries, sliced fresh peaches, and a generous dollop of plain yogurt, then finished with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of granola for a nourishing grain bowl for two. Thick slices of toasted everything sourdough on the side add a savory, seedy crunch that balances the sweet fruit and creamy yogurt.
Sale items used: Season's Choice Frozen Blueberries 24 oz (already purchased Wednesday, $0 additional cost), Peaches ($1.39/lb), Friendly Farms Nonfat Yogurt Plain 32 oz (already purchased Wednesday, $0 additional cost), Specially Selected Everything Sourdough 24 oz ($3.49)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of peaches (about 2 medium peaches) for two people; total peach cost is approximately $1.04. Use approximately 1 cup of the remaining frozen blueberries from Wednesday. Cook 1 cup dry oats or farro from pantry per two servings. Toast 2 slices of everything sourdough per person, 4 slices total.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Zucchini (1.25 lbs total, used Monday and Wednesday): $1.49
- L'oven Fresh Plain English Muffins 12 oz (x1 pack): $1.59
- Bagged Mini Avocados 6-pack (x1 pack): $2.89
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes 10 oz (x1 pack): $1.99
- Specially Selected Sliced Sourdough Round 24 oz (x1 pack): $3.49
- Season's Choice Frozen Blueberries 24 oz (x1 pack): $3.79
- Friendly Farms Nonfat Yogurt Plain 32 oz (x1 pack): $2.59
- Peaches (1.75 lbs total, used Thursday and Friday): $2.43
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz (x1 pack): $3.99
- Friendly Farms Nonfat Greek Yogurt 32 oz (x1 pack): $2.79
- Specially Selected Everything Sourdough 24 oz (x1 pack): $3.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs (8 total, used Monday, Wednesday)
- Cooked rice or dry rice (for Wednesday fried rice)
- Oats or farro (for Friday grain bowl)
- Olive oil (for Tuesday bruschetta and general cooking)
- Soy sauce (for Wednesday fried rice)
- Sesame oil (for Wednesday fried rice)
- Garlic (for Thursday dressing and general use)
- Lemon juice or fresh lemon (for Thursday dressing)
- Fresh herbs such as basil, chives, or parsley (for Tuesday and Thursday)
- Honey (for Friday grain bowl)
- Granola (for Friday grain bowl topping)
- Salt and black pepper
- Butter or neutral cooking oil