Lidl Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Spaghetti with Tomato Basil Garlic Sauce and Shredded Parmesan
Description: A simple and satisfying solo pasta dinner using about 4 oz of thin spaghetti tossed with a generous ladle of tomato basil garlic sauce and finished with a sprinkle of shredded Parmesan. This classic combination comes together in under 20 minutes and makes excellent use of the pantry sale items this week.
Sale items used: Combino thin spaghetti (16 oz, $0.98), Tomato basil & garlic pasta sauce (24 oz, $1.69), Shredded Parmesan cheese (5 oz, $2.69)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 4 oz (one quarter of the 16 oz box) of spaghetti, about 3/4 cup of pasta sauce, and 2 tablespoons of shredded Parmesan. The remaining spaghetti, sauce, and Parmesan will keep for later use in the week or beyond.

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

Recipes:
- Homemade Tomato and Basil Spaghetti Sauce

Tuesday
Meal: Panfried Pierogies with Crispy Fried Onions and Arugula Salad
Description: Golden pan-fried pierogies get a satisfying crunch from a topping of crispy fried onions, served alongside a fresh baby arugula salad lightly dressed with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. This is a hearty and filling vegetarian dinner that comes together quickly from freezer and pantry.
Sale items used: Mrs. T's frozen pierogies classic onion (32 oz, $5.99), Kania crispy fried onions family size (17.6 oz, $3.49), Peak Harvest organic baby arugula (5 oz, $2.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use about 6 to 8 pierogies (roughly one quarter of the 32 oz bag) for one serving, a small handful of crispy fried onions as a topping, and about 2 oz of arugula for the side salad. Remaining pierogies freeze well; store the open bag sealed tightly.
Recipes:
- Vegan Pierogi with Potatoes
- Easy Vegan Pierogi Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Thai Style Noodle Kit with Vitasia Thai Style Noodles and Mung Bean Sprouts
Description: A vibrant and aromatic Thai-inspired noodle bowl built from the Vitasia Thai style noodles kit, bulked up with fresh mung bean sprouts for added texture and plant-based protein. This quick weeknight meal delivers bold flavors with minimal effort and is fully vegetarian when prepared without any added meat.
Sale items used: Vitasia Thai style noodles (11.6 oz, $2.49), Vitasia mung bean sprouts (11.6 oz, $0.99)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: The 11.6 oz noodle package is a single-serve or light two-serve size; use the full package for one satisfying portion. Stir in about half the can of mung bean sprouts (roughly 5 to 6 oz) during the last minute of cooking. Refrigerate remaining sprouts and use within 2 days.
Recipes:
- Easy Thai Noodles

Thursday
Meal: Curried RANA Gnocchi with Broccolini and Sweetpops Tomatoes
Description: Pillowy RANA gnocchi are pan-tossed in a fragrant Vitasia curry sauce along with tender broccolini florets and burst Sweetpops tomatoes for a colorful and satisfying vegetarian dinner. The curry sauce does all the heavy lifting on flavor, making this a fast and impressive solo meal.
Sale items used: RANA gnocchi (12 oz, $1.97), Vitasia curry sauces (7 oz, $2.49), Broccolini (6 oz, $2.49), Sweetpops tomatoes (1.5 lb, $3.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 12 oz package of gnocchi for one generous serving. Use the full 6 oz broccolini package, trimmed into florets. Use about 1/2 lb (roughly one third) of the Sweetpops tomatoes, halved and added to the pan to blister. Use about half the jar of curry sauce and refrigerate the rest. The 1.5 lb tomato pack assumed total weight is 1.5 lb at $3.99 flat.
Recipes:
- Curried Gnocchi with Roasted Vegetables
- Gnocchi With Blistered Tomatoes and Broccolini

Friday
Meal: Pan-Fried Vitasia Mushroom Fritters with Garlic Naan and Avocado
Description: Crispy pan-fried mushroom fritters are served alongside warm garlic naan and sliced fresh avocado for a satisfying and texturally interesting vegetarian plate. The creamy avocado balances the savory crunch of the fritters beautifully, making this a simple but impressive end to the week.
Sale items used: Vitasia frozen mushroom fritters (9.8 oz, $2.99), Frozen garlic naan 4 ct. (12 oz, $1.99), Large avocado 1 ct. ($0.69)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: The 9.8 oz fritter package serves one generously; use the full package. Warm 1 to 2 naan pieces from the 4-count pack; store remaining naan in the freezer. Slice the full avocado and fan it alongside the fritters. A pinch of crushed red pepper or a drizzle of sweet chili sauce from the pantry makes a great finishing touch.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Combino thin spaghetti (1 pack, 16 oz): $0.98
- Tomato basil & garlic pasta sauce (1 jar, 24 oz): $1.69
- Shredded Parmesan cheese (1 pack, 5 oz): $2.69
Check the label: many hard cheeses are set with animal rennet.
- Mrs. T's frozen pierogies classic onion (1 bag, 32 oz): $5.99
- Kania crispy fried onions family size (1 bag, 17.6 oz): $3.49
- Peak Harvest organic baby arugula (1 clamshell, 5 oz): $2.99
- Vitasia Thai style noodles (1 pack, 11.6 oz): $2.49
- Vitasia mung bean sprouts (1 can, 11.6 oz): $0.99
- RANA gnocchi (1 pack, 12 oz): $1.97
- Vitasia curry sauces (1 jar, 7 oz): $2.49
- Broccolini (1 pack, 6 oz): $2.49
- Sweetpops tomatoes (1 pack, 1.5 lb): $3.99
- Vitasia frozen mushroom fritters (1 pack, 9.8 oz): $2.99
- Frozen garlic naan (1 pack, 4 ct.): $1.99
- Large avocado (1 ct.): $0.69

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil (for pan-frying pierogies and dressing arugula salad)
- Butter (optional, for pan-frying pierogies)
- Salt and black pepper
- Lemon (for arugula salad dressing)
- Garlic (optional, for pasta water or finishing dishes)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (available on sale this week if not already stocked)