Kroger Vegetarian Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This is a produce-forward vegetarian week, and the flyer rewards you for leaning into it. Broccoli at $1.99/lb, Grainger County Tomatoes at $2.49/lb, Kroger Tri-Color Peppers at $6.00 for a 6-count pack, and Kroger Sweet Corn at $4.99 for 4 ears give you a colorful, varied vegetable lineup at very reasonable prices. Simple Truth Organic Cheese at 2 for $7.00 is the standout dairy deal and anchors two different meals without feeling repetitive. Fage Greek Yogurt at $6.49 for a full 32 oz container is excellent value as a protein-rich sauce base, and Kroger Peanut Butter at just $1.49 with a digital coupon makes one dinner almost embarrassingly affordable. Ben's Original Ready Rice at $1.49 each with a digital coupon is a smart shortcut that keeps two meals fast and filling without inflating the total. The week skips the Newman's Own Pizza and other packaged entrees in favor of scratch-style cooking that stretches the produce deals further and keeps the per-person total well within reach.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Sauteed Tri-Color Pepper and Tomato Shakshuka with Crusty Bread
Description: Diced Grainger County Tomatoes and sliced Kroger Tri-Color Peppers are simmered in a spiced tomato sauce, then eggs are cracked directly into the pan and cooked until just set for a hearty, North African-inspired skillet dinner. King's Hawaiian Dinner Rolls are served alongside for scooping up the rich, saucy eggs.
Sale items used: Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct), Grainger County Tomatoes, King's Hawaiian Dinner Rolls (12 ct)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack of Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct, using 4 peppers for the dish), approximately 1.5 lbs of Grainger County Tomatoes ($3.74), and 1 pack of King's Hawaiian Dinner Rolls (12 ct, 3 rolls per person). Eggs are a pantry staple here.
Recipes:
- Best Shakshuka Recipe - Love and Lemons
- Best Shakshuka Recipe (Easy & Traditional) | Downshiftology

Tuesday
Meal: Peanut Sauce Noodles with Steamed Broccoli
Description: Tender noodles are tossed in a savory peanut sauce made from Kroger Peanut Butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and a splash of Simple Truth Organic Broth, then topped with steamed broccoli florets for a satisfying, protein-rich bowl. The broth thins the sauce to a silky consistency and adds a subtle savory depth throughout.
Sale items used: Kroger Peanut Butter (16 oz), Simple Truth Organic Broth (32 oz), Broccoli Crowns
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 jar of Kroger Peanut Butter (16 oz, about one-third of the jar for the sauce), 1 container of Simple Truth Organic Broth (32 oz, using about 1 cup), and approximately 1.5 lbs of Broccoli Crowns ($2.99). Noodles are a pantry staple.

Check the label: broth is often made from chicken or beef. Vegetable broth is the safe choice.

Recipes:
- Roasted Broccoli Peanut Noodles | Naturally Ella

Wednesday
Meal: Cheesy Stuffed Tri-Color Peppers with Ben's Original Ready Rice
Description: Halved Kroger Tri-Color Peppers are filled with a mixture of Ben's Original Ready Rice, black beans, and diced Grainger County Tomatoes, then topped with Simple Truth Organic Cheese and baked until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden. This is a complete, colorful one-pan dinner that comes together quickly thanks to the ready rice.
Sale items used: Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct), Ben's Original Ready Rice (8.47-8.8 oz), Grainger County Tomatoes, Simple Truth Organic Cheese (6 oz)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack of Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct, using all 6 halved for 4 people with some overlap), 2 packs of Ben's Original Ready Rice at $1.49 each ($2.98 total), approximately 0.75 lbs of Grainger County Tomatoes ($1.87), and 1 pack of Simple Truth Organic Cheese (6 oz). Black beans are a pantry staple.
Recipes:
- Spicy Tri-Color Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers
- Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers Recipe - Love and Lemons

Thursday
Meal: Sweet Corn and Tomato Fage Greek Yogurt Grain Bowl
Description: Charred sweet corn kernels cut from the cob and diced Grainger County Tomatoes are served over Ben's Original Ready Rice, then finished with a generous dollop of Fage Greek Yogurt thinned with lime juice as a creamy, tangy protein-rich dressing. Sliced avocado fans out on top for richness and a buttery contrast to the bright tomato and corn.
Sale items used: Kroger Sweet Corn (4 ct), Grainger County Tomatoes, Fage Greek Yogurt (32 oz), Ben's Original Ready Rice (8.47-8.8 oz), Large Avocados
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack of Kroger Sweet Corn (4 ct, 1 ear per person), approximately 0.75 lbs of Grainger County Tomatoes ($1.87), 1 container of Fage Greek Yogurt (32 oz), 2 packs of Ben's Original Ready Rice at $1.49 each ($2.98 total), and 2 Large Avocados (1 pack at $3.00, half an avocado per person).
Recipes:
- Roasted Corn Tomato Summer Salad with Lemon-Basil Yogurt Dressing - Making Thyme for Health
- Vegetarian Bowl with Greek Yogurt | FAGE Yogurt

Friday
Meal: Roasted Broccoli and Cheese Quesadillas with Avocado and Tomato Salsa
Description: Broccoli florets are roasted until crispy and slightly caramelized, then folded into flour tortillas with Simple Truth Organic Cheese and pan-crisped on both sides until golden and melty. A fresh salsa of diced Grainger County Tomatoes and sliced avocado is spooned over the top for a bright, satisfying finish.
Sale items used: Broccoli Crowns, Simple Truth Organic Cheese (6 oz), Large Avocados, Grainger County Tomatoes
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of Broccoli Crowns ($1.99), 1 pack of Simple Truth Organic Cheese (6 oz), 2 Large Avocados (1 pack at $3.00), and approximately 0.75 lbs of Grainger County Tomatoes ($1.87). Flour tortillas are a pantry staple.
Recipes:
- Broccoli Quesadilla with Avocado, Garlic and Dill - Mountain Mama Cooks
- Broccoli Quesadillas with cheddar (5 ingredients!) - Everyday Delicious

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Kroger Tri-Color Peppers (6 ct) x2 packs (Monday and Wednesday): $12.00
- Grainger County Tomatoes - approximately 3.75 lbs total across the week: $9.34
- King's Hawaiian Dinner Rolls (12 ct) x1: $5.00
- Kroger Peanut Butter (16 oz) x1 (with digital coupon): $1.49
- Simple Truth Organic Broth (32 oz) x1: $1.99
Check the label: broth is often made from chicken or beef. Vegetable broth is the safe choice.
- Broccoli Crowns - approximately 2.5 lbs total across the week: $4.98
- Ben's Original Ready Rice (8.47-8.8 oz) x4 packs (with digital coupon): $5.96
- Simple Truth Organic Cheese (6 oz) x2 packs (Wednesday and Friday): $7.00
- Kroger Sweet Corn (4 ct) x1: $4.99
- Fage Greek Yogurt (32 oz) x1: $6.49
- Large Avocados - 2 packs of 2 (Thursday and Friday): $6.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs (for Monday shakshuka)
- Dried pasta or noodles (for Tuesday peanut sauce noodles)
- Canned black beans (for Wednesday stuffed peppers)
- Flour tortillas (for Friday quesadillas)
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Cumin, smoked paprika, chili flakes (for shakshuka)
- Soy sauce
- Lime juice
- Salt and black pepper