Welcome to Week 24 of the $75 Weekly Menu Plan!
This week, we’re bringing you a fresh lineup of budget-friendly, easy-to-make meals perfect for summer. With light, flavorful dishes like Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken and refreshing Greek yogurt bowls, you’ll enjoy a variety of satisfying meals without the extra cost.
Each meal is designed to maximize seasonal produce and pantry staples, ensuring your family stays nourished and happy while sticking to the $75 budget. Whether it’s savory stir-fries, healthy salads, or quick wraps, this week’s plan focuses on simple prep and bold flavors to make meal planning a breeze.
Let’s dive into Week 24 with tasty, summer-friendly options to keep your household well-fed and energized!
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 24 (June 10, 2024 – June 16, 2024)
Weekly Grocery List (Walmart Prices)
Proteins:
- Ground Chicken (1 lb) – $4.00
- Chicken Breasts (2 lbs) – $6.98
- Ground Turkey (1 lb) – $4.00
- Bacon (12 oz) – $4.98
- Eggs (1 dozen) – $2.24
Dairy:
- Milk (1 gallon) – $3.00
- Heavy Whipping Cream $2.98
- Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $3.00
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
- Butter (1 lb) – $2.98
Produce:
- Bananas (6 count) – $1.00
- Apples (3 lbs) – $4.00
- Romaine Lettuce (1 head) – $1.68
- Bell Peppers (3 count) – $3.28
- Tomatoes (4 count) – $2.48
- Zucchini (3 count) – $2.52
- Carrots (2 lbs) – $1.96
- Broccoli (1 head) – $1.69
- Garlic (1 bulb) – $0.50
- Onions (3 count) – $2.34
Pantry:
- Jasmine Rice (2 lbs) – $2.00
- Pasta (1 lb) – $1.00
- Canned Diced Tomatoes (two 15 oz cans) – $1.44
- Chicken Broth (32 oz) – $1.22
- Tortillas (10 count) – $2.00
- Olive Oil (16 oz) – $3.48
- Bread Crumbs – $2.00
Seasonings:
- Salt (from pantry)
- Pepper (from pantry)
- Garlic powder (from pantry)
- Paprika – $1.00
- Italian seasoning – $1.00
- Soy sauce (from pantry)
Snacks/Extras:
- Pretzels (16 oz) – $2.00
- Dried Fruit (8 oz) – $3.00
Total Estimated Cost: $77.75
Pro Tip 🥄 Want to save even more? Avoid pre-sliced or pre-diced produce—it’s way more expensive.
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 24
Monday, June 10:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt parfait with sliced bananas, crushed granola and drizzle of warmed peanut butter 🍌
- Lunch: Ground chicken wraps with lettuce, shredded cheddar, and tomatoes 🌯
- Dinner: Honey Sriracha Chicken stir-fry with bell peppers, zucchini, and jasmine rice 🍲
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breasts ($3.49)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.09)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.84)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)
- 3 tbsp Sriracha Sauce – $0.30 (from a bottle priced at $2.48 for 10 oz)
- 1 tbsp Honey – $0.18 (from restocked pantry, $3.00 per bottle)
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice – $0.12 (from a bottle priced at $1.50 for 4 oz)
- 1 tsp dried cilantro – $0.10 (from a $1.00 packet)
Instructions:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add Sriracha, honey, lime and cilantro, stir to coat.
- Stir in sliced bell peppers and zucchini, and cook until tender. Serve over jasmine rice.
Tuesday, June 11:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with toast and apple slices 🍳🍞🍏
- Lunch: Leftover chicken stir-fry with jasmine rice 🌯
- Dinner: Ground turkey tacos with shredded cheddar, lettuce, and salsa 🌮
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey ($4.00)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from 8 oz) ($1.00)
- 6 tortillas (from 10 count) ($1.20)
- Lettuce (from earlier) ($0.00)
- Salsa (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Cook the ground turkey in a skillet until browned.
- Season with taco seasoning (optional).
- Serve in tortillas with shredded cheddar, lettuce, and salsa.
Wednesday, June 12:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with dried fruit and granola 🥣
- Lunch: Chicken salad wraps with romaine lettuce and tomatoes 🌯
- Dinner: Zucchini Tomato Gratin 🍝
Recipe:
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz) ($0.72)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.84)
- 2 tbsp butter (from 1 lb) ($0.18)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (if available, or make your own by toasting bread)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, if available)
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add zucchini and cook until tender.
- Drain the diced tomatoes and mix them with the cooked zucchini and garlic.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and shredded cheese (if available).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
Thursday, June 13:
- Breakfast: Banana Muffins 🍌
- Lunch: Leftover pasta with diced tomatoes and zucchini 🍝
- Dinner: Ground chicken stir-fry with carrots, broccoli, and jasmine rice 🍲
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground chicken ($4.00)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
- 1 head broccoli, chopped ($1.69)
- 2 carrots, sliced (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook the ground chicken until browned. Add the broccoli, carrots, and soy sauce, cooking until tender.
- Serve over jasmine rice.
Friday, June 14:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with sautéed spinach and toast 🍳🍞
- Lunch: Leftover chicken stir-fry wraps with romaine lettuce 🌯
- Dinner: Bacon Mac-n-Cheese 🥓🧀🍝
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb bacon (from 12 oz) ($1.66)
- 1 lb pasta (from 1 lb) ($1.00
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Full Creamy Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Recipe here
Saturday, June 15:
- Breakfast: Overnight Oats 🥣🍯
- Lunch: Tuna salad sandwiches with pita chips 🥪
- Dinner: Grilled chicken fajitas with bell peppers and onions 🌮
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breasts ($3.49)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.09)
- 1 onion, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
- 4 tortillas (from earlier) ($1.00)
Instructions:
- Grill or sauté the chicken breasts until fully cooked.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook until tender.
- Serve the chicken and veggies in tortillas.
Sunday, June 16:
- Breakfast: Pancakes 🥞🍏
- Lunch: Leftover fajitas 🌯
- Dinner: Ground beef and veggie stir-fry with jasmine rice 🍲
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef ($5.00)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from earlier) ($1.09)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (from earlier) ($0.84)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the bell pepper and zucchini, and cook until tender.
- Serve over jasmine rice.
Snack Ideas for Week 24:
- Carrot sticks with cream cheese dip: Crunchy and savory.
- Copycat Crumbl Cookies
- Apple slices with peanut butter: A sweet and satisfying snack.
- Pretzels with mustard dip: Simple and savory.
- Popcorn : A light and cheesy snack.
Tips for Week 24:
- Repurpose leftovers: Use leftover chicken and veggies in wraps or salads to save time and reduce waste.
- Cook in batches: Prepare extra rice, pasta, or stir-fry to make lunch prep easy throughout the week.
- Maximize your grocery budget: Watch for sales on proteins and pantry items to stay within your $75 budget while keeping meals varied.
This Week 24 meal plan offers a variety of budget-friendly and flavorful options, ensuring that your family enjoys wholesome meals without exceeding the $75 budget. With a well-rounded mix of proteins, fresh vegetables, and easy-to-make dishes, you’ll be able to keep everyone satisfied while sticking to your grocery plan.
Pro Tip 🥄 🧄 Garlic lasts longer if stored in a cool, dark place—never in the fridge.
Key Tips for Week 24:
- Leftover Utilization: Use leftovers creatively to make wraps, salads, or quick lunches. This saves both time and money, and reduces food waste.
- Batch Cooking: Prepare extra servings of rice, pasta, or stir-fry at the beginning of the week to streamline meal prep and make it easier to assemble quick lunches or dinners.
- Customizable Snacks: Incorporate nutritious snacks like carrot sticks, apple slices with peanut butter, or Greek yogurt with granola to keep things light, fresh, and filling throughout the week.
- Watch for Sales: Check for discounts on proteins, fresh produce, and pantry staples to maximize your budget and get the most out of your meal plan.
- Summer-Friendly Meals: With the summer season approaching, we’ve kept the meals light and fresh, avoiding heavier options like stuffed or loaded baked potatoes.
By planning ahead and making use of versatile ingredients, you can ensure that your family stays well-fed with a delicious variety of meals, all while keeping your grocery bill affordable.
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