7 Day Aldi Budget Meal Plan (Dec. 21-27)

This Aldi meal plan is all about healthy, budget-friendly meals. It’s a flexible 7-day plan designed to take the guesswork out of dinner, with all ingredients sourced from Aldi for convenience and affordability. You’ll get easy recipes and an itemized shopping list to make meal prep simple.

The recipes are focused on being thrifty, pantry-friendly, and perfect for using leftovers. They’re comforting yet healthy—just what we need right now, and ideal for meal planning or weekend prep.

With the holidays around the corner, you might not need all these recipes, but I’m still providing a full meal plan to help reduce stress for those who do. Feel free to take what you need and leave the rest. The holidays can be stressful, so remember to take care of yourself and be kind to yourself. If you’ve made it this far, you’re doing great!

Why Aldi

For those new here, let me clarify—I’m not affiliated with Aldi, but they’re my favourite grocery store, and I think what they do is amazing. Like many, I used to shop at Aldi and visit other stores for extra items, but it cost me too much time and money. So, I used my chef training to create recipes using only Aldi ingredients, and it’s been a success!

About the Aldi budget meal plan

Meal planning has been a part of my life since childhood. Growing up in a single-parent household on a fixed income taught me how to budget and minimize waste. These skills have been invaluable, and I’m excited to share them with you through these meal plans.

I’ve included 6 recipes using Aldi ingredients, with options for leftovers or a takeaway night, plus a shopping list to simplify meal prep.

Now more than ever, having simple, affordable recipes with accessible ingredients is key, and I hope these plans help make things easier. I love creating them and hope you find them helpful!

The Details

These meals are designed to serve a family of four, with some recipes providing leftovers for another dinner or lunch. While there’s no one-size-fits-all meal plan, I’ve tried to create something that appeals to most.

The shopping list includes everything you need, and since we’re using only Aldi ingredients, many condiments and spices are repeated across recipes. Be sure to check your pantry to avoid buying extras!

This meal plan is flexible and realistic, with room for snacks, desserts, and even a night out. Feel free to adjust as needed, and let me know if you’re using these plans—it helps me decide whether to keep sharing them!

The Recipes

Easy One Pot Rice and Peas

This delicious and fragrant rice and peas dish is a Caribbean-inspired classic, perfect as a side or a main course. Infused with aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and hearty kidney beans, it's a flavorful and satisfying meal that's easy to prepare.

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Easy Italian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

These meatballs in tomato sauce are juicy and tender homemade meatballs cooked in a rustic Italian style tomato sauce.

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30-Minute Easy Sticky Crispy Chilli Beef

This Crispy Chilli Beef recipe delivers a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavours with a delicious crispy texture. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles and a side of broccoli.

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Quick and Easy Sticky Chicken

A sticky chicken recipe that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. A budget-friendly simple recipe that uses Aldi ingredients to make your dinner time delicious, healthy and cheap!

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Beef Cobbler With Cheddar Scones Recipe

Tender fall apart beef in a thick and rich gravy all topped with fluffy cheddar baked biscuits. The perfect slow cooked beef stew.

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Creamy Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe

This Coconut Chicken Curry is a fragrant and flavourful dish combining tender chicken with rich spices and creamy coconut milk. It's perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs wonderfully with rice or naan.

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The meal plan and shopping list

Click here to print the shopping list & tip sheet

Meet the Chef!

Hi, I'm Debs, a Cordon Bleu-trained chef dedicated to helping you create unforgettable meals on a budget. Discover my journey and dive into a world of foolproof recipes designed for those who love to eat well without overspending.

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