Publix Dairy-Free Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Slow-Braised Pork Picnic with Sweet Corn and Green Beans
Description: A tender, fall-apart pork picnic portion is slow-braised with aromatics until deeply flavorful and juicy, perfect for a cozy solo dinner. Fresh sweet corn and crisp green beans round out the plate for a satisfying, completely dairy-free meal.
Sale items used: Publix Pork Picnic Half ($2.49/lb), Bulk Sweet Corn ($0.60 each at 5 for $3.00), Publix Green Beans ($2.99/lb bag)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 3 to 4 hours total braising
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of pork picnic (cost: $2.49), which yields a generous single-serving after braising shrinkage. Use 1 ear of sweet corn and roughly 4 oz of green beans from the 1-lb bag. Make-ahead tip: braise the pork on Sunday or earlier in the day and simply reheat at dinnertime; the meat actually improves after resting.

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops with Balsamic Mushrooms and Broccoli
Description: A single boneless GreenWise pork loin chop is seared in a hot skillet until golden, then finished with a savory balsamic mushroom pan sauce for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner. Steamed broccoli on the side keeps the plate colorful, nutritious, and fully dairy-free.
Sale items used: GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops ($6.49/lb), Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (2 for $4.00), GreenWise Organic Balsamic Vinegar ($4.79), Broccoli (2 for $6.00)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of pork loin chops (1 chop, cost: $3.25). Buy 1 package of sliced baby bella mushrooms at $2.00 (half of the 2 for $4.00 deal - purchase both and use the second pack on Monday or Wednesday if desired, or use half the pack here). Buy 1 bunch of broccoli at $3.00 (half of the 2 for $6.00 deal - use the rest on Thursday). The balsamic vinegar is an essential flavor item for both Tuesday and Friday at $4.79.
Recipes:
- Pan-Seared Pork Loin Chops With Mushrooms

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet Ground Chicken Lettuce-Free Taco Bowls with Corn and Avocado
Description: Seasoned GreenWise ground chicken is cooked in a skillet with taco spices and served over a base of sweet corn kernels cut fresh from the cob, topped with creamy sliced avocado. This hearty, dairy-free bowl skips the lettuce and delivers bold flavor with satisfying texture.
Sale items used: GreenWise Ground Chicken ($3.99 per 16-oz tray), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.00), Green Avocados (2 for $5.00)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use half of the 16-oz ground chicken tray (about 8 oz) for one serving; freeze the remaining half for later in the week or another meal. Use 1 ear of sweet corn, cut from the cob. Use 1 avocado at $2.50 (half of the 2 for $5.00 deal - use the second avocado later in the week as a snack or side).
Recipes:
- Ground Chicken Tacos (Dairy Free, Gluten Free)

Thursday
Meal: Baked Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Bush's Best Baked Beans and Broccoli
Description: A single Perdue boneless skinless chicken breast is seasoned simply and baked until juicy and golden, paired with a warm serving of Bush's Best Baked Beans and the remaining broccoli from Tuesday. This is a straightforward, protein-packed, dairy-free dinner that comes together with minimal effort.
Sale items used: Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts ($4.49/lb), Bush's Best Baked Beans (2 for $3.00), Broccoli (already purchased Tuesday)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 30 minutes total baking
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of chicken breast (1 medium breast, cost: $2.25). Buy 1 can of Bush's Best Baked Beans at $1.50 (half of the 2 for $3.00 deal - buy both cans since the deal requires it, and save the second can for a future meal). Use the remaining half of the broccoli bunch purchased on Tuesday at no additional cost.
Recipes:
- Juicy 30-Minute Baked Chicken Breast

Friday
Meal: Seared Publix Tuna Steaks with Balsamic Glaze and Sweet Corn
Description: A frozen Publix wild tuna steak is thawed and seared in a hot skillet until caramelized on the outside and just barely cooked through, then drizzled with a simple balsamic glaze for an elegant, dairy-free finish. Sweet corn on the side adds a natural sweetness that complements the savory tuna beautifully.
Sale items used: Publix Tuna Steaks ($5.99 per 12-oz pkg), Bulk Sweet Corn (5 for $3.00), GreenWise Organic Balsamic Vinegar (already purchased Tuesday)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: The 12-oz package of tuna steaks contains two steaks; use one steak for this meal and freeze the second for a future meal. Use 1 ear of sweet corn. The balsamic vinegar was already purchased on Tuesday and is used again here at no additional cost.
Recipes:
- Seared Tuna with Balsamic-Ginger Glaze

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Publix Pork Picnic Half (1 lb): $2.49
- GreenWise Lean Pork Loin Chops (0.5 lb, 1 chop): $3.25
- Publix Baby Bella Mushrooms (2 pkgs at 2 for $4.00): $4.00
- GreenWise Organic Balsamic Vinegar (1 bottle): $4.79
- Broccoli (2 bunches at 2 for $6.00): $6.00
- GreenWise Ground Chicken (1 tray, 16 oz): $3.99
- Bulk Sweet Corn (5 ears at 5 for $3.00): $3.00
- Green Avocados (2 at 2 for $5.00): $5.00
- Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (0.5 lb): $2.25
- Bush's Best Baked Beans (2 cans at 2 for $3.00): $3.00
- Publix Tuna Steaks (1 pkg, 12 oz): $5.99
- Publix Green Beans (1 lb bag): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Onion powder
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- Chicken broth or water (for braising pork)
- Soy sauce or coconut aminos (optional, for tuna marinade)
- Salsa or hot sauce (optional, for taco bowls)