Food City Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Black Bean and Fresh Corn Tacos with Lime-Cabbage Slaw
Description: Two hearty corn tortilla tacos filled with seasoned canned black beans and fresh-cut corn kernels, topped with a bright lime-dressed shredded cabbage slaw. This is a satisfying, protein-rich vegetarian dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes for one person.
Sale items used: Fresh Corn (7 pk) - $5.00, Green Cabbage - $0.89/lb, Lemons or Limes (Each) - $0.79
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 ear of corn (cut from cob), about 0.5 lb green cabbage (assumed weight for a small wedge at roughly $0.45), 1 lime, and one 15 oz can of black beans from pantry; build 2 tacos with corn tortillas from pantry staples. The remaining corn ears and cabbage carry forward to later meals this week.
Recipes:
- Black Bean Tacos Recipe

Tuesday
Meal: Stuffed Green Bell Peppers with Lentils and Food Club Shredded Cheese
Description: One large green bell pepper is halved, filled with a savory cooked lentil and tomato mixture, then topped with melted Food Club shredded cheese and baked until tender. This single-serving baked dinner is hearty and filling with excellent plant-based protein from the lentils.
Sale items used: Green Bell Peppers (Each) - $0.99, Food Club Shredded or Chunk Cheese (6-8 oz) - $1.99
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 bell pepper (halved to make 2 stuffed halves), about one-quarter of the 6-8 oz bag of shredded cheese (roughly 1.5 oz), and one-third cup dry lentils from pantry. Make-ahead tip: cook the lentil filling up to a day ahead and refrigerate so Tuesday dinner takes only 20 minutes of active time.
Recipes:
- Lentil Stuffed Peppers

Wednesday
Meal: BelGioioso Cheese and Corn Frittata with Cucumber Salad
Description: A single-serving oven-finished frittata made with 3 eggs, sweet fresh corn kernels, and creamy BelGioioso cheese, served alongside a cool sliced cucumber salad with lemon juice and herbs. This protein-packed meal works equally well as a brunch or a light dinner.
Sale items used: BelGioioso Cheese Cups (5 oz) - $3.99, Fresh Corn (7 pk) - already purchased, Cucumbers (Each) - $0.89, Lemons or Limes (Each) - $0.79
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 3 eggs from pantry, 1 ear of corn (kernels cut off), half of the 5 oz BelGioioso cup (about 2.5 oz), and half of 1 cucumber (assumed whole cucumber at $0.89). The remaining BelGioioso and cucumber are used as snacks or sides later in the week.

Thursday
Meal: Athens Phyllo Bites with Roasted Corn and Lime-Dressed Green Cabbage
Description: Crispy baked Athens Phyllo Bites are served alongside oven-roasted corn kernels and a tangy lime-dressed green cabbage slaw, creating a fun mezze-style plate for one. The flaky phyllo bites provide a satisfying savory base while the fresh sides keep the meal light and bright.
Sale items used: Athens Phyllo Bites (18 ct) - $4.99, Fresh Corn (7 pk) - already purchased, Green Cabbage - already purchased, Lemons or Limes (Each) - $0.79
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Bake 6 phyllo bites for a single serving (store remaining bites in freezer for future use), use 1 ear of corn (roasted at 400 degrees for 20 minutes), and about 0.5 lb of remaining green cabbage dressed with 1 lime. This is a no-waste meal that uses up the week's corn and cabbage.

Friday
Meal: Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza with Green Bell Pepper and Cucumber Topping Bar
Description: A Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza is baked according to package directions, then served with a simple fresh topping bar of sliced green bell pepper and cool cucumber rounds to add crunch and freshness. This easy Friday night meal is quick, satisfying, and lets you customize each slice with bright vegetable toppings.
Sale items used: Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza - $3.99, Green Bell Peppers (Each) - $0.99, Cucumbers (Each) - $0.89
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pizza (the smaller 11.2-11.5 oz size is ideal for 1 person), 1 green bell pepper (sliced thin), and half of 1 cucumber (sliced into rounds). Verify the pizza variety selected contains no meat toppings; choose a cheese or veggie variety. Leftover pizza slices refrigerate well for next-day lunch.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Corn (7 pk): $5.00
- Green Cabbage (approx. 1 lb total): $0.89
- Lemons or Limes (x3 individual): $2.37
- Green Bell Peppers (x2 individual): $1.98
- Cucumbers (x2 individual): $1.78
- Food Club Shredded or Chunk Cheese (1 pack, 6-8 oz): $1.99
- BelGioioso Cheese Cups (1 pack, 5 oz): $3.99
- Athens Phyllo Bites (1 pack, 18 ct): $4.99
- Wild Mike's Happy Hour Pizza (1 pack, 11.2-11.5 oz): $3.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Corn tortillas
- Canned black beans (15 oz)
- Dry green or brown lentils
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Eggs (half dozen)
- Olive oil
- Cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper
- Fresh garlic or garlic powder
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional garnish)