Giant Dairy-Free Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
Why these meals: The anchor of this week is the Whole Pork Picnic Roast at just $0.99/lb, which is one of the best meat values you will find anywhere this year - it slow-roasts into tender, flavorful pulled pork that stretches across a satisfying dinner. Fresh Chicken Leg Quarters at $1.29/lb give you a second night of deeply economical, bone-in chicken that braises beautifully with vegetables. St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs at $1.99/lb with the digital coupon are a genuine steal for a third night, and 73% Lean Ground Beef at $3.49/lb (3-day sale price) rounds out the fourth economical night as a hearty skillet meal. The one premium night goes to Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp at $6.99/lb with the digital coupon - it is the most affordable of the seafood options on this flyer by a wide margin compared to salmon, swordfish, or beef short ribs, and a pound and a half feeds four people a festive Friday dinner. The Whole Pork Picnic Roast does take several hours in the oven, so Monday is best started early or done in a slow cooker; all other meals finish in under an hour.
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Slow-Roasted Pulled Pork Picnic Roast with Sweet Corn and Green Beans
Description: A bone-in pork picnic roast is seasoned with pantry spices and slow-roasted low and slow until the meat is deeply tender and easy to shred, then served alongside boiled sweet corn and steamed green beans. The rendered fat from the roast bastes the meat throughout cooking, producing rich, savory flavor without any added dairy.
Sale items used: Whole Pork Picnic Roast (Bone-In), Sweet Corn (White or Yellow), Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts (12 oz. bag)
Prep time: 20 minutes active; 4 to 5 hours total roasting time
Serving note: Use approximately 4 lbs of Whole Pork Picnic Roast (bone-in) for 4 people at $0.99/lb. Cook 4 ears of sweet corn (from a 10-count bag). Use 1 bag of Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts (12 oz.). Make-ahead note: start the roast by midday or use a slow cooker on low for 8 hours if starting in the morning.
Recipes:
- Pork Shoulder Picnic Roast Recipe [Crispy Skin & Slow Roasted]
Tuesday
Meal: Braised Chicken Leg Quarters with Eggplant and Grape Tomatoes
Description: Chicken leg quarters are browned in a hot skillet then braised in seasoned broth with chunks of eggplant and grape tomatoes until the vegetables are silky and the chicken is cooked through to the bone. The braising liquid reduces into a light, savory pan sauce that is completely dairy-free and full of late-summer vegetable flavor.
Sale items used: Fresh Chicken Leg Quarters (Family Size), Eggplant, Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.)
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 3 lbs of Fresh Chicken Leg Quarters (4 quarters) at $1.29/lb. Use 1 lb of eggplant at $1.49/lb. Use 1 package of Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.).
Recipes:
- Braised Chicken With Tomatoes
- One-Pan Tomato Braised Chicken Leg Quarters
Wednesday
Meal: Oven-Baked St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs with Hot House Peppers and Avocado Salad
Description: St. Louis-style pork ribs are rubbed with pantry spices and baked in the oven at 300 degrees until tender, then finished under the broiler for caramelized edges, served alongside sliced hot house peppers sauteed in olive oil and a simple avocado salad. The combination of smoky ribs, sweet peppers, and creamy avocado makes a colorful, satisfying plate with no dairy needed.
Sale items used: St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs (Previously Frozen), Hot House Peppers (Red, Yellow or Orange), Avocados
Prep time: 15 minutes active; approximately 2.5 hours total baking time
Serving note: Use approximately 3 lbs of St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs at $1.99/lb with digital coupon (requires $25 purchase, which this week's cart will exceed). Use 3 hot house peppers (one pack of 3 for $5.00). Use 2 avocados (from a 5-for-$5.00 deal, buy 5 and use 2 for dinner). Make-ahead note: ribs can go into the oven early afternoon; rest covered in foil and broil just before serving.
Recipes:
- Oven Baked St Louis Style BBQ Ribs Recipe / Video
Thursday
Meal: Ground Beef and Sweet Corn Skillet with Green Squash
Description: Seasoned 73% lean ground beef is browned in a large skillet with fresh sweet corn cut from the cob and sliced green squash, then finished with a splash of broth and pantry spices for a hearty one-pan dinner. The high fat content of the 73% lean beef keeps the skillet moist and flavorful without any butter or cream.
Sale items used: 73% Lean Ground Beef (27% Fat, Family Size), Sweet Corn (White or Yellow), Green or Yellow Squash
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of 73% Lean Ground Beef at $3.49/lb (3-day sale). Use 4 ears of sweet corn (from the 10-count bag purchased Monday; 10 ears total covers both nights). Use 1 lb of Green or Yellow Squash at $1.99/lb.
Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Jumbo Shrimp with Asparagus and Mango Salsa
Description: Jumbo raw EZ peel shrimp are peeled, seasoned with garlic and pantry spices, and pan-seared in olive oil over high heat until pink and lightly charred at the edges, then served over a fresh mango salsa made with diced mango, avocado, and a squeeze of lime. Asparagus spears are roasted alongside in the same oven for a bright, festive Friday plate that is naturally dairy-free.
Sale items used: Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (21-25 ct., Farm Raised), Asparagus, Mangoes, Avocados
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp at $6.99/lb with digital coupon. Use 1 lb of asparagus at $3.49/lb. Use 2 mangoes (from the 5-for-$5.00 deal). Use 2 avocados (remaining from the 5-for-$5.00 deal purchased Wednesday; 1 avocado left over as a bonus).
Recipes:
- Easy 30 Minute Shrimp Rice Bowls Recipe with Mango Salsa
- Pan Seared Shrimp with Mango Salsa
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Whole Pork Picnic Roast (Bone-In) (4 lbs): $3.96
- Fresh Chicken Leg Quarters (Family Size) (3 lbs): $3.87
- St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs (Previously Frozen) (3 lbs, with digital coupon): $5.97
- 73% Lean Ground Beef (27% Fat, Family Size) (1.5 lbs, 3-day sale): $5.24
- Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (21-25 ct., Farm Raised) (1.5 lbs, with digital coupon): $10.49
- Eggplant (1 lb): $1.49
- Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.) (x1 package): $2.50
- Sweet Corn (White or Yellow) (10 ears, 1 bag of 10): $2.50
- Green or Yellow Squash (1 lb): $1.99
- Hot House Peppers (Red, Yellow or Orange) (3 ct., 1 pack): $5.00
- Avocados (5 ct., 1 deal of 5): $5.00
- Mangoes (5 ct., 1 deal of 5): $5.00
- Asparagus (1 lb): $3.49
- Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts (12 oz. bag) (x1): $2.49
Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Onion powder
- Dried oregano or thyme
- Chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- Lime juice or fresh limes
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- 73% Lean Ground Beef (27% Fat, Family Size): $3.49/lb (3-day sale); $4.49/lb rest of week
- Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (21-25 ct., Farm Raised): $6.99/lb with digital coupon; $8.99/lb without
- 8-Piece Dark Meat Chicken Fried or Baked: $6.99 each
- St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs (Previously Frozen): $1.99/lb with digital coupon (with $25 purchase); $3.99/lb without
- Hebrew National Beef Franks (9.43-12 oz.): $4.99 each
- Fresh Chicken Leg Quarters (Family Size): $1.29/lb
- 80% Lean Ground Beef Patties (Family Size): $5.49/lb
- Baby Back-Style Pork Ribs (Previously Frozen): $4.99/lb
- Whole Pork Picnic Roast (Bone-In): $0.99/lb
- Taste of Inspirations Chicken Kabobs: $8.99/lb
- Taste of Inspirations Beef Kabobs: $10.99/lb
- Boneless Center-Cut Pork Chops (Family Size): $4.99/lb
- Giant Smoked or Fresh Dinner Sausage (14-16 oz.): $3.99 each
- Lloyd's Barbeque Co. Shredded Chicken or Pork (16 oz.): $5.00 each
- Philly Gourmet Burgers (24-32 oz.): $10.99 each
- Hillshire Farm Snacking Trays (2.76 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Swordfish or Tuna Steak (Wild Caught): $9.99/lb
- Fresh Domestic Shrimp (Wild Caught): $2.00 off/lb
- Nature's Promise Medium Shrimp Ring (16 oz., Frozen): $10.99 each
- Salmon Fillet on a Plank (8 oz., Farm Raised): $7.99 each
- Coho Salmon (Farm Raised, Sashimi Grade): $8.99/lb
- Cajun Krab Dip: $4.99/lb
- Fresh Pork Tenderloins or Marinated Filets (Boneless): $3.99/lb
- Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In): $9.99/lb
- Perdue or Real Good Foods Frozen Cooked Chicken (20-26 oz.): $7.99 each
- Jack Daniel's Pulled Entrées (16 oz.): $7.99 each
- C.Wirthy & Co Salmon (Frozen, 10 oz.): $9.99 each
- Bob Evans Side Dishes (20-24 oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Oscar Mayer Fully Cooked Bacon (2.52 oz.): $3.49 each (when you buy 3); $4.49 each regular
- Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Lunchmeat (8-9 oz.): $2.99 each (when you buy 3); $3.99 each regular
Deli and prepared on sale:
- Rotisserie Chicken Salad: $8.99/lb
- Cantina Latina Burrito Bowl (10.5 oz.): $6.99 each
- BelGioioso Burrata (8 oz.): $5.99 each
- Boar's Head Maple Glazed Honey Coat Ham (Sliced to Order): $11.49/lb
- Fried Chicken Platter (50 ct. tray, serves 25): $44.99 each
- Cookie Platter (Large, serves 35-40): $9.99 each
- Fresh-Cut Vegetable Platter (Small, serves 5-7): $14.99 each
- Chicken Nugget Platter (50 ct. tray, serves 6-8): $14.49 each
- Fresh-Cut Fruit Platter (Small, serves 8-10): $14.99 each
- Let's Twist Platter (serves 10-15): $45.99 each
- Brownie Bites Tray (Small, serves 10-21): $9.99 each
Produce on sale:
- Whole Seedless Watermelon: $3.99 each (3-day sale); $5.99 each rest of week
- Blueberries (6 oz.): 5 for $5.00
- Mangoes: 5 for $5.00
- Avocados: 5 for $5.00
- Red, Green or Black Seedless Grapes: $1.99/lb with digital coupon (with $25 purchase); $3.49/lb without
- Sweet Corn (White or Yellow): 10 for $2.50
- Giant Salad Blends (5 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Mini Cucumbers (14 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Asparagus: $3.49/lb
- Eggplant: $1.49/lb
- Green or Yellow Squash: $1.99/lb
- Giant Tray Pack Sweet Corn (5 ct. tray): $3.99 each
- Giant Portabella Mushrooms (14 oz.): $5.49 each
- Hot House Peppers (Red, Yellow or Orange): 3 for $5.00
- Pepperidge Farm Cookies (5-8.6 oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Cantaloupe: $2.99 each
- Seedless Watermelon Halves or Quarters: $1.19/lb
- Halos Mandarins (2 lb. bag): $4.49 each
- Nature's Promise Organic Russet or Sweet Potatoes (3 lb. bag): 2 for $9.00
- Nature's Promise Organic Blueberries (1 dry pint): $4.99 each
- Nature's Promise Greenhouse Grown Salad (8 oz.): $4.99 each
- Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts (12 oz. bag): $2.49 each
- Taste of Inspirations Salad Kit or Potato Trays: 2 for $7.00
- Taste of Inspirations Wild Wonders, Campari or Angel Sweet Tomatoes (10-16 oz.): $3.49 each
- Fresh Store-Cut Fruit (Large): $5.49/lb
- Red Delicious, Golden Delicious or Gala Apples: $1.49/lb
- Golden Kiwi (1 lb. clamshell): $4.99 each
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Pete & Gerry's Grade A Organic or Pasture Raised Eggs (12 ct.): $4.99
- Bays Original English Muffins (12 oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Nestlé Toll House Ready-to-Bake Cookie Dough (13.5-18 oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Silk Soy, Almond or Coconut Milk (64 fl. oz.): 2 for $7.00
- Reddi Wip (13 oz.): 2 for $9.00
- BelGioioso Burrata (8 oz.): $5.99 each
- Kraft Singles (10.7-12 oz.): $2.49 each (when you buy 3); $3.49 each regular
- Turkey Hill Drinks (1 gal. jug): $3.29
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Ball Park Rolls or Sara Lee Bread: $2.99
- King's Hawaiian Slider, Pretzel Slider, Sub Rolls or Hamburger Buns (10-12.8 oz.): $5.49 each
- Dave's Killer Bread, Rolls, Bagels or English Muffins: $4.99
- Giant Gourmet Cookies (6 ct.): $4.99 each
- Taste of Inspirations Duo Bites (9 oz.): $5.49 each
- Taste of Inspirations Madeleines (8-9 oz.): $5.79 each
Pantry on sale:
- Campbell's Chunky Soup: 2 for $5.00
- Nabisco Family Size Cookies or Crackers (Oreo 19.1 oz., Chips Ahoy! 9.31-19.5 oz., Ritz 11.4 oz., Snack Crackers 12.5 oz.): $3.49 each
- Simply Orange, Cranberry, Apple or Grapefruit Juice (46-52 fl. oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Starbucks Coffee (10-12 oz. bag or 10 ct. K-Cups): $7.99
- Giant 90 Second Rice (8.8 oz.): $1.99
- Goldfish Crackers (4.8-6 oz.): $3.49
- Planters Peanuts, Cashews or Nut Duos (5-16 oz.): 2 for $7.00
- Skinny Pop Popcorn (3.9 oz.): $4.99
- M&M's Family Size (16.9-18 oz.): $10.99
- Albanese Gummi Candy (7.75-9 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Nabisco belVita Biscuits or Newtons (belVita 5-8.8 oz., Newtons 10 oz.): 2 for $7.00 when you buy 2
- Coca-Cola Mini (10/7.5 fl. oz. cans): $7.49
- Pepsi (24/12 fl. oz. cans): $12.99
- Dasani Water (24/16.9 fl. oz.): $6.29
- Tropicana Premium Drink or Hydrate (46 fl. oz.): $2.69
- Nature's Promise Crackers (8 oz.): $4.49
- Monster Energy Drinks (4/12 fl. oz. cans): $8.99
- Gold Peak (18.5 fl. oz.): 2 for $4.00 when you buy 2
- Gatorade (28 fl. oz.): 3 for $5.00
- Tazo Matcha Latte (3.5 fl. oz.): $6.69
- Deer Park or Pure Life Water: 2 for $10.00 when you buy 2
- Simply Drinks, Minute Maid Zero or Gold Peak Iced Tea (52 fl. oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Capri Sun (10 ct.): $1.99 each (when you buy 3); $2.99 each regular
- Kool-Aid Hydration (6 ct.): $1.99 each (when you buy 3); $2.99 each regular
- Classico Pasta Sauce (15-24 oz.): $1.99 each (when you buy 3); $2.99 each regular
- Heinz Tomato Ketchup (38 oz.): $3.00 each (when you buy 3); $4.00 each regular
- Kraft Miracle Whip (30 oz. jar or 19 oz. squeeze): $4.49 each (when you buy 3); $5.49 each regular
- Taco Bell Shells (4.8 oz.): $1.99 each (when you buy 3); $2.99 each regular
- Kool-Aid, Country Time or Tang (8 qt. canister): $2.99 each (when you buy 3); $3.99 each regular
- Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce (10 oz.): $3.49 each (when you buy 3); $4.49 each regular
- TGI Fridays Appetizer or Bagel Bites (10-17.4 oz.): $4.99 each (when you buy 3); $5.99 each regular
- Velveeta Mini Block (20 oz.): $4.99 each (when you buy 3); $5.99 each regular
- Maxwell House Coffee (23.1-36.8 oz. canister): $14.49 each (when you buy 3); $15.49 each regular
- Rao's Pasta Sauce: $7.49
- Rao's Pasta: 2 for $5.00
- Rao's Soup: $5.49
- Knorr Sides: 4 for $5.00
- Mott's Applesauce or GoGo SqueeZ (Mott's 12/38.4 oz., GoGo SqueeZ 12/38.4 oz. or 10/30 oz.): $7.99
- Dole Fruit Bowls (4/16-17.2 oz.): 2 for $6.00
- Starkist Chunk Light Tuna (2.6-3 oz. pouch): 3 for $4.00
- Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna (5 oz. can or 2.5 oz. pouch): 10 for $10.00
- Smucker's Uncrustables (7.2-8 oz., Frozen): $4.49
- Hunt's Snack Pack (4 ct.): 4 for $5.00
- Nabisco Variety Packs (9-20 oz.): $5.99
- Utz Snack Pack (18/16.65-18 oz.): $8.99
- Oscar Mayer Basic Lunchables (2.25-4.4 oz.): 3 for $6.00
- Sticky Fingers Barbecue Sauce (15.2-16.5 oz.): $2.99
- Hidden Valley Ranch or Newman's Own Salad Dressing (16 oz.): 2 for $7.00
- French's Classic Yellow Mustard (20 oz.): $1.99
- Claussen Pickles (20-32 oz. jar): 2 for $9.00
- Reser's Deli Salads (48 oz.): $8.49 each
- Green Giant Canned Vegetables (14.5-15.25 oz.): 4 for $4.00 with digital coupon; 4 for $5.00 without
- Bachan's Japanese Sauce (16-17 oz.): $8.49
- Hellmann's Mayonnaise (30 oz. jar or 20 oz. squeeze): $3.99 with digital coupon; $5.99 without
- Post Cereal (Large Size): $4.29
- Eight O'Clock Coffee (18 oz. bag): $12.99
- Pop-Tarts or Nutri-Grain, Special K or Rice Krispies Treats Bars: 2 for $5.00
- Nature Valley Soft Baked PB&J Bars: 2 for $7.00
- PAM Cooking Spray (5-6 oz.): 2 for $6.00
- Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil (15.5-16.9 fl. oz.): $7.99
- Samyang Buldak Ramen Multipack (5 ct.): $9.99
- Ben's Original Ready Rice: 2 for $5.00
- Domino Baker's Sugar (3.5 lb. tub): $4.99
- Gerber Get'ems! Squeezies (4/10 oz. box): 2 for $8.00
- Gerber Puffs Snack (1.48 oz. canister): 2 for $5.00
- Gerber Get'ems! Roundos Puff Snack (2.25-5 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Betty Crocker Delights Cake Mix or Frosting: 2 for $5.00 when you buy 2
- KIND Protein Max Granola: $4.49
- KIND Breakfast Protein Bars: $4.49
- KIND Healthy Grains Clusters: $4.49
- KIND ZERO Added Sugar Granola: $4.49
Frozen on sale:
- Stouffer's Simple Dishes, Signature Classics or Lean Cuisine Protein Kicks or Comfort Cravings (Stouffer's 8.8-12.9 oz., Lean Cuisine 6-11.5 oz.): 4 for $10.00
- Blue Bunny Mini Swirls Cones (18-18.4 fl. oz.): 2 for $7.00 with digital coupon; 2 for $8.00 without
- Klondike Bars, Sandwiches or Breyers Carb Smart Bars (Klondike 16-27 fl. oz., Breyers 18 fl. oz.): 2 for $6.00 with digital coupon; 2 for $8.00 without
- MorningStar Farms Breakfast, Burgers or Entrées (5.25-12 oz.): 2 for $9.00
- Kodiak Waffles, French Toast Sticks or Flapjacks (8-15.4 oz.): $5.49
- Birds Eye Asparagus Spears, Oven Roasters, Stir Fry or Skillets (8-15 oz.): 3 for $9.00
- Popsicle Novelties (12.1-29.7 fl. oz.): $4.99
- Outshine Fruit Bars (15-18 fl. oz.): 2 for $7.00
- Rao's Entrées (8.4-9.5 oz.): 2 for $9.00
- Marie Callender's or Dolly Parton's Pies (Marie Callender's 25.6-42 oz., Dolly Parton's 21.6-32 oz.): $5.99
- Hot Pockets Sandwiches (17-18 oz.): $5.29
- Rao's Brick Oven Pizza (18.3-20.8 oz.): $7.99
- Luigi's Real Italian Ice (36 fl. oz.): 2 for $5.00
- C.Wirthy & Co Salmon (Frozen, 10 oz.): $9.99 each
- Next Wave Mussels (Frozen, 16 oz.): $3.99 each
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
Some sale prices require the store's loyalty card or a clipped digital coupon. Check the flyer before you shop.
$58.99
for 4 people · $14.75 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Giant weekly sales flyer for the week of August 26, 2026. Flyers are sourced from store websites and weekly flyer aggregator sites. Actual prices may vary by location. Always verify prices at your local store. We are not affiliated with Giant.