Meijer Gluten-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Bone-In Pork Loin Assorted Chops with Creamer Potatoes and Carrots
Description: Two bone-in pork loin assorted chops are seared in a hot skillet until golden and juicy, then served alongside tender halved creamer potatoes and sweet baby-cut carrots roasted with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. This hearty, naturally gluten-free dinner comes together in under an hour and makes great use of two of this week's best produce and meat deals.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in ($1.99/lb), The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag ($4.99), Baby-Cut Carrots 1 lb. bag ($1.29)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.25 lbs of pork chops (2 chops, roughly 0.6 lb each) for 2 people at an estimated cost of $2.49; use about half the 3 lb bag of creamer potatoes and half the carrot bag this week, saving the rest for Wednesday's meal.
Recipes:
- Pan Seared Pork Chops
- Easy One Pan Pork Chops Recipe with Potatoes

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Cantaloupe and Nectarine Summer Salad
Description: A generous portion of all-natural chicken drumsticks is seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and olive oil then baked until the skin is crispy and the meat pulls cleanly from the bone. On the side, a bright summer fruit salad of fresh cantaloupe and sliced nectarines adds sweetness and color to the plate.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks ($0.99/lb), Large Cantaloupe Melon ($2.99 each), California Yellow or White Nectarines ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1.5 lbs of drumsticks (roughly 4 to 5 pieces) for 2 people at an estimated cost of $1.49; buy 1 cantaloupe and approximately 0.75 lb of nectarines; the family pack will have extra drumsticks that can be refrigerated or frozen for later in the week.

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet Eckrich Sausage Links with Vidalia Onions and Creamer Potatoes
Description: Eckrich sausage links are sliced and pan-seared until browned, then tossed with sweet caramelized Vidalia onions and golden skillet-crisped creamer potatoes for a one-pan gluten-free comfort meal. The natural sweetness of the Vidalia onions balances the savory sausage beautifully and the whole dish is ready in about 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Eckrich Sausage Links 13-14 oz. ($2.29 each), Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag ($4.99), The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag (already purchased Monday - use remaining half)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: One 13-14 oz. package of Eckrich sausage links is the right amount for 2 people; use the remaining creamer potatoes from Monday's purchase at no additional cost; use 1 to 2 onions from the 5 lb. Vidalia bag, saving the rest for general cooking through the week.
Recipes:
- Kielbasa and Potatoes Recipe
- Sausage and Potatoes - Well Plated by Erin Clarke

Thursday
Meal: Grilled Johnsonville Fresh Brats with Watermelon and Grapes
Description: Johnsonville fresh brats are grilled over medium heat until cooked through with a snappy, lightly charred casing, then served alongside a refreshing summer spread of chilled watermelon wedges and sweet seedless grapes. This is a simple, festive, completely gluten-free summer meal that feels like a backyard cookout for two.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Fresh Brats 19 oz. ($4.79 each), Black Diamond Seedless Watermelon ($5.99 each), California Green or Black Seedless Grapes ($2.29/lb)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: One 19 oz. package of Johnsonville brats contains approximately 5 links, which is plenty for 2 people with leftovers; purchase approximately 0.75 lb of grapes for 2 people at an estimated cost of $1.72; the watermelon will provide multiple servings throughout the week.
Recipes:
- Gluten-Free Beer Bratwurst
- Easy Grilled Brats

Friday
Meal: Pan-Cooked Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers with Blueberries and Honeycrisp Apples
Description: Black Pearl Atlantic salmon burgers are pan-cooked in a lightly oiled skillet until golden on the outside and flaky inside, then served open-faced over a bed of fresh greens with a squeeze of lemon. A simple side of fresh blueberries and sliced Honeycrisp apples rounds out the meal with natural sweetness and a satisfying crunch.
Sale items used: Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz. ($4.99 each), Blueberries Pint container ($2.99 each), Bulk Honeycrisp Apples ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 10 oz. package of salmon burgers contains 2 patties, which is exactly right for 2 people; purchase 1 pint of blueberries and approximately 0.75 lb of Honeycrisp apples (roughly 2 medium apples) for 2 people at an estimated cost of $1.49.
Recipes:
- Gluten-Free Salmon Burgers Recipe
- Easy Salmon Burgers (Gluten-Free)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops Bone in (1.25 lbs): $2.49
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag (x1): $4.99
- Baby-Cut Carrots 1 lb. bag (x1): $1.29
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (1.5 lbs): $1.49
- Large Cantaloupe Melon (x1): $2.99
- California Yellow or White Nectarines (0.75 lb): $1.49
- Eckrich Sausage Links 13-14 oz. (x1): $2.29
- Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag (x1): $4.99
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats 19 oz. (x1): $4.79
- Black Diamond Seedless Watermelon (x1): $5.99
- California Green or Black Seedless Grapes (0.75 lb): $1.72
- Black Pearl Atlantic Salmon Burgers 10 oz. (x1): $4.99
- Blueberries Pint container (x1): $2.99
- Bulk Honeycrisp Apples (0.75 lb): $1.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning)
- Lemon (fresh, for salmon burgers)
- Mixed salad greens (for salmon burger base)