ALDI Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baby Bella Mushroom and Multicolored Pepper Sandwiches on Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
Description: Sliced baby bella mushrooms and strips of multicolored pepper are seared until browned and tender, then piled onto toasted Hawaiian sweet rolls with melted cheese. Four sandwiches make a hearty dinner for two, with sweet rolls balancing the savory filling.
Sale items used: Baby Bella Mushrooms, Multicolored Peppers, L'oven Fresh Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packs (16 oz) mushrooms, 1 pepper from the 3-pack, 4 Hawaiian rolls, and 4 slices provolone or mozzarella (cheese and onion from home or pantry). Keep the other 2 peppers for Tuesday and Wednesday. The remaining rolls can be frozen.
Recipes:
- Portobello Mushroom & White Cheddar Sliders
- Easy Mushroom Sliders

Tuesday
Meal: Black Bean Nachos with Salsa and Baked Cheese
Description: Tortilla chips are layered with seasoned black beans, diced pepper, and shredded cheese, then baked until bubbly. Serve topped with Casa Mamita salsa for a quick and filling meal for two.
Sale items used: Casa Mamita Flavored Salsa, Multicolored Peppers
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use one 15-oz can black beans (drained), 1 pepper, 1.5 cups shredded cheese, about 5 oz tortilla chips (pantry), and half the jar of salsa. Bake at 400F for 8 to 10 minutes. Save the remaining salsa for Wednesday.
Recipes:
- Black Bean Nachos
- Black Bean & Cheese Nachos » Tide & Thyme
- Baked Black Bean Nachos

Wednesday
Meal: Veggie Fried Egg Scramble Skillet with Peppers
Description: Diced pepper and mushrooms are sauteed in a skillet, then scrambled with 4 eggs until just set. Finish with a spoonful of salsa and a little cheese for a fast, protein-rich dinner for two.
Sale items used: Multicolored Peppers, Baby Bella Mushrooms, Casa Mamita Flavored Salsa
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 4 eggs, 1 pepper, 4 oz mushrooms (half a pack), and 2 tbsp salsa. Buy 1 extra mushroom pack for this and Thursday. Serve with toast or leftover Hawaiian rolls.
Recipes:
- Egg Vegetable Scramble
- Veggie-Packed Egg Scramble
- Healthy Veggie Egg Scramble - Family Food on the Table

Thursday
Meal: Barbecue Mushroom Hot Dog Bun Sandwiches
Description: Thick-sliced baby bella mushrooms are simmered in barbecue sauce until sticky and tender, then tucked into toasted brioche hot dog buns. Two sandwiches per person make a satisfying, saucy dinner.
Sale items used: Baby Bella Mushrooms, Specially Selected Brioche Hot Dog Buns, Burman's Premium BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 12 oz mushrooms (1.5 packs), 4 brioche buns (a pack has about 8; freeze the rest), and about 1/3 cup BBQ sauce. Add sliced onion and a quick slaw from home if you like.
Recipes:
- Pulled Mushroom Barbecue Sandwiches
- Mushroom BBQ Sandwiches Are the Wild, Unexpected Star of the Summer
- Portobello Mushroom Hot Dogs - Connoisseurus Veg

Friday
Meal: Cashew Cluster Fried Rice with Egg
Description: Day-old rice is stir-fried with scrambled eggs, vegetables, and crunchy cashew nut clusters for sweet and salty crunch. This makes a big skillet for two with a little left over.
Sale items used: Southern Grove Cashew Nut Clusters
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 cups cooked rice (cook ahead Thursday), 3 eggs, 1/2 cup cashew clusters, 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, 2 scallions, and soy sauce. Chilled rice gives the best texture.
Recipes:
- Pineapple Cashew Vegetarian Fried Rice Recipe
- Cashew Nut and Vegetable Egg Fried Rice - Cheese and Chickpeas
- Vegetable Fried Rice with Cashews - Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Multicolored Peppers (x1 pack): $2.49
- Baby Bella Mushrooms (x4 packs): $5.16
- L'oven Fresh Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (x1): $2.45
- Casa Mamita Flavored Salsa (x1): $2.45
- Specially Selected Brioche Hot Dog Buns (x1): $3.39
- Southern Grove Cashew Nut Clusters (x1): $4.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs (1 dozen), shredded cheese, sliced provolone or mozzarella, canned black beans, tortilla chips, BBQ sauce, rice, frozen peas and carrots, scallions, onion, soy sauce, cooking oil, butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder