ALDI Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Egg Spaetzle Skillet with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Fried Eggs
Description: Tender egg spaetzle is pan-fried with sauteed zucchini and grape tomatoes, then topped with crispy fried eggs for a warm, protein-rich skillet. A quick, comforting dinner ready in under 30 minutes for two.
Sale items used: Deutsche Kuche Egg Spaetzle, Organic Zucchini, Cherub Grape Tomatoes
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 pkg egg spaetzle, 0.75 lb zucchini, 1 pkg grape tomatoes, 4 eggs (2 fried per plate) for 2 people
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 lentil chickpea soup is paired with roasted white asparagus and warm slices of German bread for dipping. Simple and filling, this meal comes together with minimal prep for two servings.
Sale items used: Deutsche Kuche Lentil Chickpea Soup, Deutsche Kuche White Asparagus, Deutsche Kuche German Bread
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 container soup (2 servings), 1 jar white asparagus roasted, half loaf German bread for 2 people
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 and black beans simmer into a smoky, satisfying chili, topped with crunchy potato sticks for texture. This vegetarian chili is a warming, fall-inspired dinner for two.
Sale items used: Pumpkins, Deutsche Kuche Potato Sticks
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: half of one pumpkin (roughly 1.5 lb usable flesh), 1 can black beans, 1 bag potato sticks as topping for 2 people
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: White asparagus is layered with beaten eggs and melted cheese, then baked until golden and set, served alongside slices of German bread. A rich, protein-packed dinner that feels special but is easy to prepare for two.
Sale items used: Deutsche Kuche White Asparagus, Deutsche Kuche German Bread
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: 1 jar white asparagus, 4 eggs, 3/4 cup shredded cheese, half loaf German bread for 2 people
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 simmered with melted cheese into a creamy skillet, finished with a crunchy peanut puff crumble on top. A quick, satisfying meal for two using up the week's remaining produce.
Sale items used: Organic Zucchini, Deutsche Kuche Peanut Puffs
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 0.75 lb zucchini, 1 can chickpeas, 3/4 cup shredded cheese, small handful crushed peanut puffs for 2 people
Recipes:
- Easy Zucchini Chickpea Skillet
- Smashed Zucchini with Chickpeas and Peanuts
- Spicy Chickpea and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Deutsche Kuche Egg Spaetzle (x1): $2.49
- Organic Zucchini (1.5 lb total): $3.59
- Cherub Grape Tomatoes (x1 pkg): $1.99
- Deutsche Kuche Lentil Chickpea Soup (x1): $3.15
- Deutsche Kuche White Asparagus (x2): $5.98
- Deutsche Kuche German Bread (x1): $2.69
- Pumpkins (x1): $3.95
- Deutsche Kuche Potato Sticks (x1): $1.89
- Deutsche Kuche Peanut Puffs (x1): $2.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs (about 8 total)
- Shredded cheese (about 1.5 cups total)
- Canned black beans (1 can)
- Canned chickpeas (1 can)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic