ALDI Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Egg Spaetzle Skillet with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Fried Eggs
Description: Pan-fried egg spaetzle is tossed with sauteed zucchini and halved grape tomatoes, then topped with a crispy fried egg for a warm, savory skillet. It's a quick, one-pan vegetarian dinner packed with protein and veggies.
Sale items used: Deutsche Küche Egg Spaetzle, Organic Zucchini, Cherub Grape Tomatoes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1/3 of the spaetzle package (approx 3 oz dry), 4 oz zucchini (assume 0.25 lb from the 1-lb bag), a handful of tomatoes (about 3 oz from the 10-oz pkg), and 1-2 fried eggs.
Recipes:
- One-Pan Zucchini and Egg Skillet
- Zucchini Egg Skillet Recipe
- Eggs and zucchini in tomato sauce

Tuesday
Meal: Lentil Chickpea Soup with German Bread and Roasted White Asparagus
Description: A hearty bowl of the pre-made lentil chickpea soup is paired with a slice of toasted German bread and roasted white asparagus spears on the side. Simple, warming, and satisfying with minimal prep.
Sale items used: Deutsche Küche Lentil Chickpea Soup, Deutsche Küche German Bread, Deutsche Küche White Asparagus
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 full container of soup (single serving), 1-2 slices of German bread, and half the jar of white asparagus, roasted at 400F for 10 minutes.
Recipes:
- Lentil Chickpea Soup
- German Lentil Soup
- Delicious German asparagus cream soup

Wednesday
Meal: Pumpkin and Black Bean Chili with Potato Sticks
Description: Roasted pumpkin cubes simmer with black beans, tomatoes, and warm spices to create a cozy, filling chili, topped with crunchy potato sticks for texture. This is a naturally vegetarian, fiber-rich meal perfect for fall.
Sale items used: Pumpkins, Deutsche Küche Potato Sticks
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use about 1/4 of a small pumpkin (roughly 8 oz cubed flesh), 1/2 can black beans (from pantry), and a small handful (about 1 oz) of potato sticks as topping.
Recipes:
- Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili with Black Beans
- Slow Cooker Vegetarian Black Bean Pumpkin Chili
- Vegan Pumpkin Black Bean Chili

Thursday
Meal: Baked Cheesy White Asparagus and Egg Casserole with German Bread
Description: Chopped white asparagus is layered with beaten eggs and shredded cheese, then baked until set into a golden, cheesy casserole. Serve with a slice of warm German bread for a comforting dinner.
Sale items used: Deutsche Küche White Asparagus, Deutsche Küche German Bread
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use remaining half jar of white asparagus, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup shredded cheese (pantry), baked in a small ramekin, with 1-2 slices of German bread.
Recipes:
- Asparagus, egg and cheese casserole recipe
- Cheesy asparagus bread casserole
- You'll Love This Delicious Egg And Asparagus Casserole

Friday
Meal: Zucchini and Chickpea Cheese Skillet with Peanut Puff Crumble
Description: Sauteed zucchini and chickpeas are melted together with cheese in a skillet, finished with a crunchy peanut puff crumble on top for a sweet-savory contrast. It's a fast, protein-rich meal to close out the week.
Sale items used: Organic Zucchini, Deutsche Küche Peanut Puffs
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use remaining 0.25 lb zucchini, 1/2 can chickpeas (pantry), 1/4 cup shredded cheese (pantry), and a small handful (about 1 oz) of crushed peanut puffs on top.
Recipes:
- Easy Zucchini Chickpea Skillet
- Smashed Zucchini with Chickpeas and Peanuts
- Spicy Chickpea and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Deutsche Küche Egg Spaetzle (1 each): $2.49
- Organic Zucchini (0.5 lb): $1.20
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes (1 pkg): $1.99
- Deutsche Küche Lentil Chickpea Soup (1 each): $3.15
- Deutsche Küche German Bread (1 each): $2.69
- Deutsche Küche White Asparagus (1 each): $2.99
- Pumpkins (1 each): $3.95
- Deutsche Küche Potato Sticks (1 each): $1.89
- Deutsche Küche Peanut Puffs (1 each): $2.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs
- Shredded cheese
- Canned black beans
- Canned chickpeas
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper
- Garlic