Meijer Vegetarian Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This is a vegetarian-friendly week with eggs and cheese as the standout sale proteins, both from the True Goodness Organic line at Meijer. Eggs at $6.99 for 18 carry you through two dinners for well under $2 per person each night, making them the clear anchor of the week. The Frederik's by Meijer Gourmet Pasta at $2.99 a box is a fantastic pantry find that pairs beautifully with sale produce and cheese. The Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag at $4.99 and Baby-Cut Carrots at $1.29 a bag give you a lot of vegetable volume for very little money, and The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes at $4.99 for 3 lbs. round out a hearty dinner on their own. Peanut butter at $3.99 for a big 28 oz. jar earns its place as a protein-rich sauce base for a noodle night, keeping that meal interesting and filling without spending much at all. The True Goodness Organic String or Stick Cheese is the priciest protein this week at roughly $3.50 per serving, so it earns the one elevated night, but it is still a very reasonable splurge compared to what premium proteins typically cost.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Scrambled Egg and Creamer Potato Hash with Vidalia Onions and Baby-Cut Carrots
Description: Diced creamer potatoes and baby-cut carrots are pan-fried with sliced Vidalia onions until golden and tender, then fluffy scrambled eggs are folded in and cooked through for a hearty one-skillet dinner. The natural sweetness of the Vidalia onions and carrots balances the richness of the eggs, making this a satisfying and colorful weeknight meal.
Sale items used: True Goodness Organic Extra Large Eggs 18 ct., The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag, Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag, Baby-Cut Carrots 1 lb. bag
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 10 eggs, approximately 1.5 lbs of creamer potatoes (half the bag), 1 lb of baby-cut carrots (the full bag), and about 1 lb of Vidalia onions sliced from the 5 lb. bag. Serves 4 generously.

Tuesday
Meal: Peanut Butter Noodles with Shredded Carrots and Vidalia Onion
Description: Frederik's by Meijer Gourmet Pasta is cooked and tossed in a warm peanut butter sauce made with Jif Peanut Butter, soy sauce, garlic, and a splash of vinegar, then topped with thin-sliced Vidalia onion and shredded baby-cut carrots for crunch and freshness. This satisfying noodle bowl comes together quickly and delivers bold, savory flavor with a creamy, nutty finish.
Sale items used: Frederik's by Meijer Gourmet Pasta 12-16 oz., Jif Peanut Butter or Natural Peanut Butter 28 oz., Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag, Baby-Cut Carrots 1 lb. bag
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 box (12-16 oz.) of Frederik's by Meijer Gourmet Pasta, about 6 tablespoons of Jif Peanut Butter for the sauce, 1 lb of baby-cut carrots (the full bag), and roughly 0.5 lbs of Vidalia onion sliced thin from the 5 lb. bag. Serves 4.
Recipes:
- Spicy Peanut Noodles - SueBee Homemaker

Wednesday
Meal: Baked Egg and String Cheese Frittata with Vidalia Onion and Nectarines on the Side
Description: Whisked eggs are combined with torn True Goodness Organic String or Stick Cheese and sauteed Vidalia onions, then baked in a skillet until puffed and set for a protein-rich frittata that slices like a pie. Sliced California Yellow or White Nectarines served alongside add a bright, juicy contrast to the savory, cheesy egg bake.
Sale items used: True Goodness Organic Extra Large Eggs 18 ct., True Goodness Organic String or Stick Cheese 12 oz., Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag, California Yellow or White Nectarines
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 8 eggs, the full 12 oz. package of True Goodness Organic String or Stick Cheese, about 0.5 lbs of Vidalia onion from the 5 lb. bag, and 1 lb of California Yellow or White Nectarines (about 3-4 nectarines) sliced for the side. Serves 4.
Recipes:
- Frittata 1 Large Egg 1 String Cheese

Thursday
Meal: Creamer Potato and Vidalia Onion Soup with Bagels for Dipping
Description: The remaining creamer potatoes are simmered with Vidalia onions, vegetable broth, garlic, and herbs until soft, then lightly mashed in the pot for a thick, rustic soup with a creamy texture and natural sweetness from the onions. Toasted Aunt Millie's Bagels served alongside make perfect dippers and round out the meal into a filling dinner.
Sale items used: The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag, Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag, Aunt Millie's Bagels 6 ct./20 oz.
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use the remaining approximately 1.5 lbs of creamer potatoes from the bag used Monday, about 1 lb of Vidalia onion from the 5 lb. bag, and 4 bagels from the 6 ct. Aunt Millie's Bagels package (one per person). Serves 4.

Check the label: broth is often made from chicken or beef. Vegetable broth is the safe choice.

Recipes:
- Potato and Vidalia® Onion Soup | RealSweet Onions

Friday
Meal: Peanut Butter and Strawberry Preserves Bagel Sandwiches with Sliced Nectarines and Grapes
Description: Toasted Aunt Millie's Bagels are spread generously with Jif Peanut Butter and Meijer Strawberry Preserves for a hearty, protein-rich open-faced sandwich dinner that is quick to assemble and crowd-pleasing for all ages. A side of sliced California Yellow or White Nectarines and California Green or Black Seedless Grapes makes the plate colorful, fresh, and naturally sweet.
Sale items used: Aunt Millie's Bagels 6 ct./20 oz., Jif Peanut Butter or Natural Peanut Butter 28 oz., Meijer Strawberry Preserves or Seedless Jam 18 oz., California Yellow or White Nectarines, California Green or Black Seedless Grapes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Serving note: Use the remaining 2 bagels from the Aunt Millie's Bagels package plus any extras needed (the 6 ct. pack covers Thursday's 4 and Friday's 4 if each person has one bagel each night - purchase 2 packages total), about 4 tablespoons of Jif Peanut Butter, 4 tablespoons of Meijer Strawberry Preserves, 1 lb of California Yellow or White Nectarines, and 1 lb of California Green or Black Seedless Grapes. Serves 4.
Recipes:
- Baby Pb & J Bagel Sandwiches

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- True Goodness Organic Extra Large Eggs 18 ct. (x1 carton): $6.99
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes 3 lb. bag (x1 bag): $4.99
- Vidalia Onions 5 lb. bag (x1 bag): $4.99
- Baby-Cut Carrots 1 lb. bag (x2 bags): $2.58
- Frederik's by Meijer Gourmet Pasta 12-16 oz. (x1 box): $2.99
- Jif Peanut Butter or Natural Peanut Butter 28 oz. (x1 jar): $3.99
- True Goodness Organic String or Stick Cheese 12 oz. (x1 package): $6.99
- California Yellow or White Nectarines (2 lbs): $3.98
- Aunt Millie's Bagels 6 ct./20 oz. (x2 packages): $5.98
- Meijer Strawberry Preserves or Seedless Jam 18 oz. (x1 jar): $1.89
- California Green or Black Seedless Grapes (1 lb): $2.29

Pantry staples needed:
- Soy sauce
- Rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Dried herbs (thyme, parsley, or similar)
- Vegetable broth (for Thursday's soup)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for peanut noodles)