Meijer Low-Carb Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

This week's flyer is a great one for low-carb eating on a budget. Chicken drumsticks at $0.99/lb are the standout deal of the week and anchor Monday's dinner for under $2.50 total protein cost. Bone-in pork chops at $1.99/lb and Johnsonville brats at $4.79 a pack give you two more very economical weeknight proteins, and ground chuck at $5.29/lb rounds out the four everyday nights with a satisfying skillet meal. The single premium night goes to the Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions at $8.99 per 12 oz. pack - two packs feed four people at about $4.50 per serving, which is the best premium value on this flyer compared to the salmon mignon, chuck steak, or deli meats. The Meijer Baby Back BBQ Pork Ribs were skipped because the typical BBQ glaze is loaded with sugar and would push net carbs well over the 20g limit. The week's total lands comfortably for a five-night plan with one salmon night included.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Campari Tomatoes and Avocado
Description: Chicken drumsticks are seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and olive oil, then roasted at 425 degrees until the skin is golden and crisp, about 40 minutes. Halved Campari tomatoes are roasted alongside and served with sliced minis avocados for a fresh, creamy contrast.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (All natural), Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.), Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 40 minutes roasting
Serving note: Use 2.5 lbs of chicken drumsticks (roughly 6-7 drumsticks), 1 container (16 oz.) Campari tomatoes halved, and 4 minis avocados from the 6 ct. bag. Total time is 50 minutes; no make-ahead needed.

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Bone-In Pork Loin Chops with Celery and Cream Cheese Pan Sauce
Description: Bone-in pork loin chops are seared in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, then a quick pan sauce is made by deglazing with chicken broth and stirring in cream cheese until silky. Sliced celery is sauteed in the same pan and served alongside for a low-carb crunch.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops (Bone in), Locally Grown Pascal Celery, Kraft Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese (7-8 oz.)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2.5 lbs of bone-in pork loin assorted chops (about 4 chops), 1 stalk of Pascal celery (sliced), and 1 package (7-8 oz.) Kraft Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese for the pan sauce.
Recipes:
- Smothered Pork Chops

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet-Browned Johnsonville Brats with Sauteed Campari Tomatoes and Avocado Salad
Description: Johnsonville fresh brats are sliced and browned in a skillet until cooked through and lightly caramelized on the cut sides, then served over a simple salad of halved Campari tomatoes and sliced minis avocados dressed with olive oil and red wine vinegar. The combination gives you a hearty, satisfying low-carb plate with bright acidity from the tomatoes cutting through the richness of the brats.
Sale items used: Johnsonville Fresh Brats (19 oz.), Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.), Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 pack (19 oz.) Johnsonville Fresh Brats sliced into coins, 1 container (16 oz.) Campari tomatoes halved, and the remaining 2 minis avocados from the bag purchased Monday.

Thursday
Meal: Ground Chuck Lettuce-Wrap Taco Bowls with Shredded Cheese and Avocado
Description: Certified Angus Beef ground chuck is browned in a skillet with cumin, chili powder, garlic, and onion until deeply savory, then served in large lettuce leaves or over a bed of celery sticks as a low-carb taco bowl. Meijer shredded cheese and sliced minis avocados are added on top for richness and creaminess.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (2.5 lb. pkg. or larger), Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese (32 oz.), Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag), Locally Grown Pascal Celery
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck, about 1 cup of Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese (from the 32 oz. bag), 4 minis avocados from a new 6 ct. bag, and celery sticks from 1 stalk of Pascal celery for scooping.
Recipes:
- Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
- Taco lettuce wraps

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon Portions with Blueberry Reduction and Celery Slaw
Description: Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions are patted dry and seared skin-side down in a hot skillet with butter until the skin is crisp, then flipped briefly to finish, producing a moist fillet with a golden crust. A quick pan sauce is made with blueberries, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt, cooked down until jammy, and served alongside a crisp celery slaw dressed with olive oil and lemon.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions (12 oz.), Blueberries (Pint container), Locally Grown Pascal Celery, I Can't Believe It's Not Butter (15-16 oz.)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 packs (12 oz. each, 24 oz. total) of Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions for 4 portions of about 6 oz. each, 1 pint of blueberries for the reduction, 1 stalk of Pascal celery thinly sliced for the slaw, and 1 package of I Can't Believe It's Not Butter for searing and finishing.
Recipes:
- Keto Salmon Recipe with Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce
- Pan Fried Salmon

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks (All natural) (2.5 lbs): $2.48
- Campari Tomatoes (16 oz.) (x2 containers): $5.98
- Minis Avocados (6 ct. bag) (x2 bags): $5.98
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops (Bone in) (2.5 lbs): $4.98
- Locally Grown Pascal Celery (x3 stalks): $5.37
- Kraft Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese (7-8 oz.) (x1): $3.49
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats (19 oz.) (x1 pack): $4.79
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (2.5 lb. pkg. or larger) (1.5 lbs, from 2.5 lb. pkg.): $7.94
- Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese (32 oz.) (x1 bag): $6.49
- Fresh from Meijer Atlantic Salmon Portions (12 oz.) (x2 packs): $17.98
- Blueberries (Pint container) (x1): $3.99
- I Can't Believe It's Not Butter (15-16 oz.) (x1): $3.89

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Dried onion or fresh onion
- Apple cider vinegar
- Red wine vinegar
- Lemon (for slaw)
- Chicken broth (low-sodium, for pan sauce)
- Large lettuce leaves (romaine or iceberg, for taco bowls)