Food City Low-Carb Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This week's plan leans into Food City's meat sale to keep things low-carb and satisfying without much fuss. Pork takes center stage across three nights, from Monday's slow-roasted Boston Butt with cabbage slaw to Tuesday's oven-baked Country Style Ribs with Brussels sprouts and Thursday's grilled Baby Back Ribs with a warm cabbage saute, so you get variety in preparation while making good use of that discounted pork. Wednesday and Friday bring lighter, faster dinners, pan-seared Chicken Breast and pan-seared New York Strip Steak, both served over the same sauteed bell peppers and slicing tomatoes so you can prep those veggies once and use them twice. Vidalia onions and green cabbage show up more than once too, which means less waste and simpler shopping. Overall, you're getting hearty, protein-forward meals all week with just a handful of repeated staples to buy.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Slow-Roasted Boston Butt with Cabbage Slaw
Description: Boston Butt is oven-roasted low and slow until tender and juicy, then served alongside a crisp, no-sugar dressed cabbage and onion slaw. A simple, hearty low-carb dinner.
Sale items used: Boston Butt, Green Cabbage, Vidalia Onions
Prep time: 20 minutes active
Serving note: 2 lbs Boston Butt, 1 lb Green Cabbage, 1 Vidalia Onion. Roast takes about 3 hours in the oven, so start it in the morning or early afternoon.
Recipes:
- Pulled Pork and Cabbage Bowls - Easy, Tasty, Low Carb
- Keto Hot and Sour Cabbage Slaw

Tuesday
Meal: Oven-Baked Country Style Pork Ribs with Brussels Sprouts
Description: Country Style Pork Ribs are baked until browned and tender, paired with roasted Firecracker Brussels Sprouts and sweet Vidalia Onion for a savory, low-carb plate. A simple sheet-pan style dinner with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Country Style Pork Ribs, Firecracker Brussels Sprouts, Vidalia Onions
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 40 minutes baking
Serving note: 2 lbs Country Style Pork Ribs, 1 lb Firecracker Brussels Sprouts, 1 Vidalia Onion.

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Bell Peppers
Description: Boneless Chicken Breast is pan-seared until golden and juicy, then tossed with sauteed Bell Peppers and Slicing Tomatoes for a quick, colorful low-carb dinner. Bright and fresh with minimal fuss.
Sale items used: Boneless Chicken Breast, Red, Yellow or Orange Bell Peppers, Slicing Tomatoes
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breast, 3 Bell Peppers, 1 lb Slicing Tomatoes.
Recipes:
- Keto Peanut Chicken Skillet | Peace Love and Low Carb
- Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts in Pepper Parmesan Sauce - Eatwell101

Thursday
Meal: Grilled Pork Baby Back Ribs with Cabbage
Description: Pork Baby Back Ribs are grilled until caramelized and tender, served with a light warm cabbage saute for a smoky, satisfying low-carb meal. A backyard-style dinner without the sugary sauce.
Sale items used: Pork Baby Back Ribs, Green Cabbage
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs Pork Baby Back Ribs, 1 lb Green Cabbage.
Recipes:
- Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs | Peace Love and Low Carb

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared New York Strip Steak with Peppers and Tomatoes
Description: New York Strip Steak is pan-seared to a golden crust and sliced, served over sauteed Bell Peppers and Slicing Tomatoes for a restaurant-style finish to the week. Rich, savory, and satisfying without excess carbs.
Sale items used: New York Strip Steak, Red, Yellow or Orange Bell Peppers, Slicing Tomatoes
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs New York Strip Steak, 3 Bell Peppers, 1 lb Slicing Tomatoes.
Recipes:
- Perfect New York Strip Steak Recipe (Keto & Low Carb) 🥩 - Cast Iron Keto
- Seared New York Strip Steak Recipe by Tasty

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Boston Butt (2 lbs): $4.98
- Green Cabbage (2 lbs): $1.38
- Vidalia Onions (2 each): $5.98
- Country Style Pork Ribs (2 lbs): $5.98
- Firecracker Brussels Sprouts (1 lb): $6.99
- Boneless Chicken Breast (2 lbs): $5.98
- Red, Yellow or Orange Bell Peppers (10 for $10.00, using 6): $10.00
- Slicing Tomatoes (2 lbs): $3.98
- Pork Baby Back Ribs (2 lbs, with digital coupon): $3.98
- New York Strip Steak (2 lbs): $15.98

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking oil
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic
- Apple cider vinegar (for slaw dressing)
- Butter (for searing)