Giant Low-Carb Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This week's plan keeps things low-carb and simple by building each dinner around one sale protein, from Monday's ground beef taco bowls to Tuesday's baked chicken drumsticks, Wednesday's seared pork chops, Thursday's garlic butter shrimp, and Friday's ham steak. To stretch your grocery dollars, you'll notice the Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes, and Mini Cucumbers packs each get split across two nights, so nothing goes to waste sitting in the crisper. Hass Avocados show up twice too, adding healthy fats to both your Monday taco bowls and Friday's ham steak plate. Every meal comes together with minimal ingredients and quick prep, using pantry staples like garlic, butter, and olive oil to round out the flavors without adding extra carbs. It's a straightforward lineup that lets the proteins shine while keeping shopping and cooking easy all week.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Ground Beef Taco Bowl with Avocado and Tomatoes
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned in a skillet and served over a bowl with diced tomatoes and avocado for a fresh, low-carb take on taco night. No shells or rice, just the toppings that matter.
Sale items used: 73% Lean Ground Beef, Family Size; Hass Avocados; Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers (tomatoes)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lb ground beef, 2 avocados sliced, half the tomato pack diced.
Recipes:
- Keto Taco Salad Recipe With Ground Beef (Low Carb)
- Ground Beef Taco Salad - Keto Bowls!
- Low Carb Taco Salad

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Mini Cucumber Salad
Description: Drumsticks are seasoned and baked until crisp-skinned and juicy, served alongside a cool, crunchy mini cucumber salad. A simple, high-protein weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh Chicken Drumsticks or Leg Quarters; Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers (mini cucumbers)
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: 2.5 lb drumsticks, 1 pack mini cucumbers sliced and tossed with oil and vinegar.
Recipes:
- Baked Chicken Drumsticks Recipe for a Healthy Meal
- Crispy Low-Carb Chicken Drumsticks
- Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Wednesday
Meal: Seared Pork Chops with Salad Blend
Description: Pork chops are pan-seared to a golden crust and rest while you toss a quick salad blend with olive oil and vinegar. A fast, satisfying dinner with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs or Assorted Pork Chops (with digital coupon); Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers (salad blend)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 lb pork chops, half the salad blend pack per side servings.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Pork Chops (Bone-In)
- Pork Chops with Super Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- Easy Spiced Pork Chops

Thursday
Meal: Garlic Butter Shrimp with Grape Tomatoes
Description: Large shrimp are quickly sauteed in garlic and butter with grape tomatoes for a bright, savory dish that comes together fast. A light but flavorful premium night.
Sale items used: Large Raw EZ Peel Shrimp; Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers (tomatoes)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lb shrimp, remaining half of the tomato pack halved and sauteed in.
Recipes:
- Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
- Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe (Quick & Delish!)
- Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Ham Steak with Salad Blend and Avocado
Description: Ham steak slices are seared until edges caramelize slightly, served with a fresh salad blend and sliced avocado for healthy fats. A quick, satisfying end to the week.
Sale items used: Giant Ham Steak Slice; Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers (salad blend); Hass Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1.5 lb ham steak, remaining half of the salad blend pack, 2 avocados sliced.
Recipes:
- Avocado, Asparagus Salad, Ham Recipe
- Ham Steak Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- 73% Lean Ground Beef, Family Size (1.5 lb): $5.24
- Fresh Chicken Drumsticks or Leg Quarters, Family Size (2.5 lb): $2.48
- St. Louis-Style Pork Ribs or Assorted Pork Chops (2 lb): $4.98
- Large Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (1.5 lb): $8.99
- Giant Ham Steak Slice (1.5 lb): $4.49
- Hass Avocados (4 count pack): $5.00
- Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes (2 pack): $5.00
- Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers, Mini Cucumbers (2 pack): $5.00
- Giant Salad Blends, Grape Tomatoes or Mini Cucumbers, Salad Blend (2 pack): $5.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Garlic
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Vinegar
- Taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper