Meijer Dairy-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Certified Angus Beef Top Round Steak with Sauteed Bell Peppers and Cabbage Slaw
Description: Two tender top round steaks are seared in a hot skillet until golden, then rested and sliced thin for maximum tenderness. Sauteed green bell pepper strips and a crisp, lightly dressed cabbage slaw round out the plate for a satisfying, dairy-free dinner.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Top Round Steak or Roast ($7.99/lb), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Locally Grown Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of top round steak for 2 people (about 0.5 lb per person), costing roughly $8.00; buy 1 green bell pepper and about 0.75 lb of cabbage; slice steak thin against the grain after resting for best texture.

Tuesday
Meal: Braised Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs with Campari Tomatoes and Celery
Description: Bone-in chicken thighs are slowly braised in a savory broth with halved Campari tomatoes and sliced celery until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is rich and fragrant. This one-pot meal is naturally dairy-free and deeply comforting, perfect served over rice from the pantry.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs ($1.49/lb), Campari Tomatoes ($2.99 for 16 oz.), Locally Grown Celery Hearts ($2.49 each)
Prep time: 20 minutes prep, 45 minutes braise
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs of bone-in chicken thighs for 2 people (about 2 to 3 thighs each), costing roughly $2.24; use half the 16 oz. container of Campari tomatoes and 2 to 3 celery stalks; start the braise early as total cook time is about 65 minutes.
Recipes:
- Tomato Braised Chicken Thighs
- Braised Chicken Thighs with Celery and Carrot

Wednesday
Meal: Grilled Fresh from Meijer Brats with Green Bell Pepper and Cabbage
Description: Juicy brats are grilled until charred and cooked through, then served alongside grilled green bell pepper strips and a quick pan-wilted cabbage side seasoned with garlic and a splash of apple cider vinegar. The combination is hearty, smoky, and completely dairy-free.
Sale items used: Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats ($3.99 for 19 oz.), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Locally Grown Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: The 19 oz. package typically contains 5 brats; use 4 for 2 people (2 each) and save 1 for another use; buy 1 green bell pepper and use remaining cabbage from Monday's purchase (buy about 1 lb total on Monday to cover both days).

Thursday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck Lettuce-Free Taco Bowls with Campari Tomatoes
Description: Seasoned ground chuck is browned in a skillet with taco spices and served over a base of rice or canned black beans from the pantry, topped with diced Campari tomatoes and any other dairy-free toppings you enjoy. This bold, satisfying bowl skips the lettuce and the cheese entirely without losing any flavor.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck ($5.29/lb), Campari Tomatoes ($2.99 for 16 oz.)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of ground chuck for 2 people (about 0.5 lb per person), costing roughly $5.29; use the remaining Campari tomatoes from Tuesday's 16 oz. container; season beef with pantry taco spices and serve over rice or canned beans.

Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked Fresh from Meijer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with BBQ Sauce and Grapes on the Side
Description: Boneless skinless chicken thighs are coated in BBQ sauce and baked in the oven until sticky, caramelized, and cooked through, making for an easy and crowd-pleasing dairy-free finish to the week. A handful of sweet California red seedless grapes served fresh on the side adds a refreshing, naturally sweet contrast.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs ($1.99/lb), Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce ($1.49 for 17.5-18 oz.), California Red Seedless Grapes ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 10 minutes prep, 35 minutes bake
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken thighs for 2 people (about 2 thighs each), costing roughly $1.99; buy 1 bottle of BBQ sauce at $1.49; purchase about 0.5 lb of grapes for a light side, costing roughly $1.00; total bake time is about 45 minutes at 400 degrees F.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Certified Angus Beef Top Round Steak or Roast (1 lb): $7.99
- Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers (x2): $1.58
- Locally Grown Green Cabbage (1 lb): $0.69
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (1.5 lbs): $2.24
- Campari Tomatoes (x1 container, 16 oz.): $2.99
- Locally Grown Celery Hearts (x1): $2.49
- Fresh from Meijer Brats (x1 package, 19 oz.): $3.99
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (1 lb): $5.29
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb): $1.99
- Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce (x1 bottle): $1.49
- California Red Seedless Grapes (0.5 lb): $1.00

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or vegetable cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Taco seasoning or cumin, chili powder, paprika
- Apple cider vinegar
- Chicken or beef broth (for braising Tuesday)
- Rice or canned black beans (for Thursday taco bowls)
- Onion powder