Giant Vegetarian Meal Plan
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BUDGET RATIONALE
Why these meals: Eggs at $4.99 a dozen are the clear anchor of the week, delivering a hearty frittata for well under $2 a person. Portabella mushrooms at $5.49 for a 14 oz. pack are a genuinely meaty, satisfying vegetarian main at a price that competes with any protein on this flyer. The eggplant at $1.49/lb and the sweet corn at 10 for $2.50 are two of the best produce deals of the week and each anchors its own distinct dinner. BelGioioso Burrata at $5.99 earns the one elevated night because it is a specialty fresh cheese that normally runs higher, and one package dresses a full salad dinner for four beautifully. MorningStar Farms at 2 for $9.00 was skipped entirely because two packs would be needed to feed four generously, pushing that night well above any other protein choice without adding much variety. The week leans hard on the produce aisle - eggplant, corn, mushrooms, peppers, squash, and tomatoes are all on sale and keep the total comfortably in range.
5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Sauteed Portabella Mushroom and Hot House Pepper Tacos with Kraft Shredded Cheese
Description: Thick-sliced portabella mushrooms and sliced hot house peppers are sauteed in a hot skillet with garlic and cumin until deeply browned and tender, then piled into warm tortillas with shredded cheese and a squeeze of lime. The combination of meaty mushrooms and sweet, colorful peppers makes a filling, satisfying taco night that comes together in about 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Giant Portabella Mushrooms (14 oz.), Hot House Peppers (Red, Yellow or Orange), Kraft Shredded Cheese or Cracker Barrel Chunks (6-8 oz.)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 pack Giant Portabella Mushrooms (14 oz.), 3 Hot House Peppers (one 3-for-$5.00 purchase), 1 pack Kraft Shredded Cheese (6-8 oz.); tortillas, garlic, cumin, oil, and lime from pantry; serves 4 with 2-3 tacos each.
Recipes:
- Portobello Mushroom Tacos Recipe
Tuesday
Meal: Baked Eggplant and Green or Yellow Squash Parmesan-Style Casserole with Kraft Shredded Cheese
Description: Sliced eggplant and squash are layered in a baking dish with Rao's Pasta Sauce and Kraft Shredded Cheese, then baked until bubbling and golden on top for a hearty, oven-finished vegetable casserole. This is a hands-off dinner that fills the kitchen with great aroma while you set the table.
Sale items used: Eggplant, Green or Yellow Squash, Rao's Pasta Sauce, Kraft Shredded Cheese or Cracker Barrel Chunks (6-8 oz.)
Prep time: 55 minutes (15 minutes prep, 40 minutes bake)
Serving note: 1.5 lbs eggplant (roughly 1 medium), 1 lb green or yellow squash, 1 jar Rao's Pasta Sauce ($7.49), 1 pack Kraft Shredded Cheese (6-8 oz.); olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs from pantry; serves 4.
Check the label: many hard cheeses are set with animal rennet.
Recipes:
- Eggplant Squash Casserole Bake
- Eggplant Parmesan Zucchini Casserole
Wednesday
Meal: Sweet Corn and Egg Frittata with Grape Tomatoes
Description: Fresh sweet corn kernels cut from the cob are folded into a seasoned egg mixture with scallions and baked in a skillet until set and lightly golden, then topped with halved grape tomatoes for brightness. This protein-rich, produce-forward frittata is one of the most economical dinners of the week and takes under 35 minutes start to finish.
Sale items used: Sweet Corn (White or Yellow), Pete & Gerry's Grade A Organic or Pasture Raised Eggs (12 ct.), Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 4 ears Sweet Corn (from the 10 for $2.50 deal, buying 4), 8 eggs from 1 carton Pete & Gerry's Eggs (12 ct.), 1 pack Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.); butter or oil, salt, pepper, and scallions from pantry; serves 4.
Thursday
Meal: Roasted Eggplant and Hot House Pepper Buddha Bowl with Ben's Original Ready Rice and Breakstone's Cottage Cheese
Description: Cubed eggplant and sliced hot house peppers are tossed in olive oil and roasted at high heat until caramelized and tender, then served over fluffy Ben's Original Ready Rice with a scoop of Breakstone's Cottage Cheese for creamy protein and a drizzle of hot sauce. The contrast of warm roasted vegetables, hearty rice, and cool cottage cheese makes a well-rounded, filling bowl dinner.
Sale items used: Eggplant, Hot House Peppers (Red, Yellow or Orange) (remaining from Monday's 3-for-$5.00 purchase), Ben's Original Ready Rice, Breakstone's Cottage Cheese (16 oz.)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb eggplant, 0 additional pepper cost (using remaining peppers from Monday's 3-pack), 2 pouches Ben's Original Ready Rice (2 for $5.00), 1 container Breakstone's Cottage Cheese (16 oz., from 2 for $6.00 - buy 2); olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and hot sauce from pantry; serves 4.
Recipes:
- Cottage Cheese Buddha Bowl
Friday
Meal: BelGioioso Burrata and Grape Tomato Salad over Giant Salad Blend with Sweet Corn
Description: Fresh BelGioioso Burrata is torn and placed over a bed of Giant Salad Blend greens, halved grape tomatoes, and sweet corn kernels cut from the cob, then finished with a drizzle of olive oil, flaky salt, and cracked black pepper for a simple, elegant composed salad dinner. The creamy burrata against the sweet corn and juicy tomatoes is a peak-of-summer combination that needs almost no cooking.
Sale items used: BelGioioso Burrata (8 oz.), Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.), Giant Salad Blends (5 oz.), Sweet Corn (White or Yellow)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 1 package BelGioioso Burrata (8 oz.), 1 pack Grape Tomatoes (10 oz., second pack from the 2 for $5.00 deal), 2 bags Giant Salad Blends (5 oz., 2 for $5.00), 2 ears Sweet Corn (remaining from Wednesday's purchase); olive oil, flaky salt, black pepper, and balsamic glaze from pantry; serves 4.
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Giant Portabella Mushrooms (14 oz.) (x1): $5.49
- Hot House Peppers (Red, Yellow or Orange) (3-pack, used across Monday and Thursday): $5.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese or Cracker Barrel Chunks (6-8 oz.) (x2 packs, used Monday and Tuesday): $5.00
- Eggplant (2.5 lbs total, used Tuesday and Thursday): $3.73
- Green or Yellow Squash (1 lb): $1.99
- Rao's Pasta Sauce (x1): $7.49
- Sweet Corn (White or Yellow) (6 ears, used Wednesday and Friday): $1.50
- Pete & Gerry's Grade A Organic or Pasture Raised Eggs (12 ct.) (x1): $4.99
- Grape Tomatoes (10 oz.) (x2 packs, 2 for $5.00): $5.00
- Ben's Original Ready Rice (x2 pouches, 2 for $5.00): $5.00
- Breakstone's Cottage Cheese (16 oz.) (x2, 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- BelGioioso Burrata (8 oz.) (x1): $5.99
- Giant Salad Blends (5 oz.) (x2, 2 for $5.00): $5.00
Pantry staples needed:
- Flour or corn tortillas (for Monday tacos)
- Garlic
- Cumin
- Lime
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Dried Italian herbs
- Scallions
- Hot sauce
- Smoked paprika
- Garlic powder
- Balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
- Flaky salt
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
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:
- Giant Butter (16 oz.): $2.99
- Chobani Single-Serve Yogurt (5.3 oz.): 10 for $10.00
- Kraft Shredded Cheese or Cracker Barrel Chunks (6-8 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Pete & Gerry's Grade A Organic or Pasture Raised Eggs (12 ct.): $4.99
- Chobani Flip or High Protein Yogurt (4.5-6.7 oz.): 4 for $5.00
- Bays Original English Muffins (12 oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Breakstone's Cottage Cheese (16 oz.): 2 for $6.00
- 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
- Coffee mate Creamer (28-32 fl. oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Dannon Light + Fit Greek Yogurt (21.2 oz.): 2 for $5.00
- Reddi Wip (13 oz.): 2 for $9.00
- BelGioioso Burrata (8 oz.): $5.99 each
- Breakstone's Sour Cream (16 oz.): 2 for $4.00
- Cracker Barrel Cracker Cuts or Cubed Cheese (6-7 oz.): 2 for $6.00
- The Laughing Cow Cheese Wedges (5.4 oz.): 2 for $8.00
- Kraft Singles (10.7-12 oz.): $2.49 each (when you buy 3); $3.49 each regular
- Friendly's Ice Cream (48 fl. oz.): 2 for $6.00 with digital coupon; 2 for $7.00 without
Bakery and bread on sale:
- Ball Park Rolls or Sara Lee Bread: $2.99
- 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
- Utz Potato Chips or Cheese Snacks (7.5-8.5 oz.): 3 FREE when you buy 2 (3-day sale); $4.49 rest of week
- 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
- Kraft Deluxe Mac & Cheese or Velveeta Shells & Cheese Cups (4 pack): $4.49 each (when you buy 3); $5.49 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
- 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
- Jif Peanut Butter (27.3-28 oz.): $3.99
- 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
- Goodles Macaroni and Cheese (5.25-6 oz.): $3.29
- 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 Fruit Puree & Yogurt (3.5-4.23 oz. pouch): 5 for $5.00
- 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
- Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream, Bars or Waffle Cones (Ice Cream 14 fl. oz., Bars 9 fl. oz., Cones 14.8 fl. oz.): $3.29 each with digital coupon; 2 for $8.00 without
- Yasso Dipped, Yogurt Bars or Spoonables (10.6-14 fl. oz., Spoonables 14 fl. oz.): $4.49 each with digital coupon; $4.99 each without
- 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
- Screamin' Sicilian Core or Thin & Crispy Pizza (16.35-25 oz.): $6.99
- 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
- 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.
$62.18
for 4 people · $15.54 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.