Kroger Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Stovetop Mac and Cheese with Steamed Broccoli and Baby Carrots
Description: Creamy stovetop mac and cheese made with Kraft Mac and Cheese and a splash of milk, served alongside tender steamed broccoli and crunchy baby carrots for a satisfying, balanced vegetarian dinner. This quick weeknight meal comes together in under 20 minutes and uses pantry and sale staples to keep costs low.
Sale items used: Kraft Mac and Cheese (x1), Kroger Cut and Peeled Baby Carrots (1 lb bag), Simple Truth Organic Milk (Half Gallon), Birds Eye Frozen Vegetables - broccoli (x1)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 box of Kraft Mac and Cheese, adding 2 tablespoons of butter and 1/4 cup of milk from the half-gallon purchased for the week; steam about 1 cup of Birds Eye frozen broccoli and serve alongside 1/2 cup of baby carrots from the 1 lb bag (the rest of the bag carries over for snacking or other meals).
Recipes:
- Broccoli Mac and Cheese (Easy Stovetop Recipe) - Cooking Classy

Tuesday
Meal: Hunt's Pasta Sauce Penne with Snacking Tomatoes and Parmesan
Description: A simple and hearty pasta dinner featuring penne tossed in Hunt's pasta sauce and topped with halved snacking tomatoes for a burst of fresh flavor, finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan. This is a satisfying single-serving meal that comes together quickly with pantry pasta and sale-priced sauce.
Sale items used: Hunt's Pasta Sauce (x1), Private Selection Snacking Tomatoes (2 for $7.00 pack)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Cook about 2 oz of dry penne pasta (pantry staple); use approximately 1/2 cup of Hunt's pasta sauce from the 24 oz jar (the remainder stores well in the fridge for up to 5 days); halve 4 to 5 snacking tomatoes from the 10 oz pack and stir in or scatter on top; finish with 1 to 2 tablespoons of Parmesan from pantry or a small block purchased separately.

Check the label: many hard cheeses are set with animal rennet.

Recipes:
- Juicy Penne Pasta With Cherry Tomatoes And Basil - The Clever Carrot
- Penne With Tomato Sauce Recipe by Tasty

Wednesday
Meal: Knorr Rice Sides Grain Bowl with Chobani Greek Yogurt Herb Sauce and Steamed Vegetables
Description: A nourishing grain bowl built on a single serving of Knorr Rice Sides, topped with a quick herb sauce made from Chobani Greek yogurt mixed with garlic and lemon, and served with a side of steamed Birds Eye frozen vegetables. This bowl is filling, protein-rich from the yogurt, and comes together in about 15 minutes.
Sale items used: Knorr Sides (x1), Chobani Greek Yogurt (x1, 4.5-5.3 oz), Birds Eye Frozen Vegetables (x1)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Prepare 1 pouch of Knorr Rice Sides according to package directions (serves 2, so save half for lunch the next day if desired); stir 1 individual Chobani Greek yogurt cup with a pinch of dried dill, garlic powder, and a squeeze of lemon juice from pantry to make the herb sauce; steam 1 cup of Birds Eye frozen vegetables and layer everything into a bowl.
Recipes:
- Greek-Style Brown Rice Bowl & Lemon Yogurt Sauce - The Wheatless Kitchen
- Veggie Bowl with Tzatziki Yogurt Sauce | FAGE USA

Thursday
Meal: Kroger Pasta Sauce Baked Naan Pizza with Snacking Tomatoes and Olives
Description: A quick personal pizza made on a Stonefire Naan Dipper base, spread with Kroger pasta sauce and topped with halved snacking tomatoes, sliced Early California olives, and melted mozzarella for a crispy, satisfying vegetarian dinner. This bakes in about 10 minutes and uses several sale items efficiently for one person.
Sale items used: Stonefire Naan Dippers (x1, 7.05 oz), Kroger Pasta Sauce (from 3 for $5.00 deal, x1 jar), Private Selection Snacking Tomatoes (same pack from Tuesday), Early California Olives (x1, 2.25 oz)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 to 3 naan dippers as the pizza base; spread about 3 tablespoons of Kroger pasta sauce on each; top with 4 to 5 halved snacking tomatoes from the 10 oz pack, a few sliced olives from the 2.25 oz can, and about 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella from pantry or a small bag; bake at 400 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Note: to qualify for the 3 for $5.00 deal on Kroger Pasta Sauce, pick up 3 jars and store the extras in the pantry.

Friday
Meal: Stovetop Campbell's Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese on Kroger Bread
Description: A classic and comforting Friday dinner of creamy Campbell's tomato soup paired with a golden grilled cheese sandwich made on Kroger bread with melted cheese, perfect for one person on a budget. The soup is prepared stovetop with a splash of milk for extra creaminess, and the sandwich grills up in minutes.
Sale items used: Campbell's Tomato Soup (x1, 10.75 oz), Kroger Bread (x1, 20 oz), Simple Truth Organic Milk (same half-gallon from Monday)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Prepare 1 can of Campbell's tomato soup with 1/2 can of milk from the half-gallon for a creamier texture; make 1 grilled cheese sandwich using 2 slices of Kroger bread and 1 to 2 slices of your preferred cheese (American or cheddar from pantry or purchased separately); the 20 oz loaf of bread will have plenty of slices left over for the week.
Recipes:
- Creamy Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese - Brooklyn Supper

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Kraft Mac and Cheese (x1): $0.99
- Birds Eye Frozen Vegetables - broccoli (x2 bags, for Monday and Wednesday): $1.98
- Kroger Cut and Peeled Baby Carrots (x1, 1 lb bag): $1.39
- Simple Truth Organic Milk, Half Gallon (x1): $3.99
- Chobani Greek Yogurt (x1, individual cup): $1.00
- Knorr Sides (x1): $0.99
- Hunt's Pasta Sauce (x1, 24 oz): $0.99
- Private Selection Snacking Tomatoes (x1 pack, 2 for $7.00 deal - purchase 2 packs to meet deal): $7.00
- Early California Olives (x1, 2.25 oz): $0.99
- Stonefire Naan Dippers (x1, 7.05 oz): $1.99
- Kroger Pasta Sauce (x3 jars, 3 for $5.00 deal): $5.00
- Campbell's Tomato Soup (x1, 10.75 oz): $0.99
- Kroger Bread (x1, 20 oz): $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Dry penne pasta (about 2 oz)
- Butter (for mac and cheese and grilled cheese)
- Parmesan cheese (for Tuesday pasta)
- Shredded mozzarella (for Thursday naan pizza)
- Sliced cheddar or American cheese (for Friday grilled cheese)
- Garlic powder
- Dried dill
- Lemon juice or a fresh lemon
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for grilling sandwich)