This week’s $75 Weekly Menu Plan is packed with bold flavors and fresh meal ideas to keep your family excited at the dinner table. We’re bringing in some all-time favorites like the mouthwatering Honey Dijon Chicken and the irresistible Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob, perfect for summer grilling.
With creative new breakfast options like Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs and deliciously fresh snack ideas, this week’s plan ensures every meal is nutritious, satisfying, and budget-friendly.
Get ready for a week filled with variety, from light, flavorful breakfasts to savory grilled dinners that your family will love. Let’s dive into Week 32, where delicious meets affordable!
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 32: (August 5, 2024 – August 11, 2024)
Weekly Grocery List (Walmart Prices)
Proteins:
- Chicken Breasts (1.5 lbs) – $5.25
- Bacon (12 oz) – $3.50
- Ground Turkey (1 lb) – $4.00
- Eggs (1 dozen) – $2.24
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
Dairy:
- Milk (1 gallon) – $3.00
- Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $3.00
- Butter (1 lb) – $2.98
- Cream Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
Produce:
- Bananas (6 count) – $1.00
- Apples (3 lbs) – $4.00
- Sweet Corn (6 ears) – $3.00
- Zucchini (3 count) – $2.52
- Bell Peppers (3 count) – $3.28
- Romaine Lettuce (1 head) – $1.68
- Tomatoes (4 count) – $2.48
- Onions (3 count) – $2.34
- Garlic (1 bulb) – $0.50
- Fresh Spinach (bag) – $2.00
- Lemons (2 count) – $1.00
- Fresh Cilantro – $0.98
Pantry:
- Jasmine Rice (2 lbs) – $2.00
- Honey (from pantry)
- Dijon Mustard (from pantry)
- Olive Oil (16 oz) – $3.48
- Soy Sauce (10 oz) – $1.64
- Tortillas (10 count) – $2.00
- Bread Crumbs – $2.00
- Italian Seasoning – $1.00
Snacks/Extras:
- Tortilla Chips (12 oz) – $2.50
- Granola Bars (12 count) – $2.88
- Dried Fruit (8 oz) – $3.00
Total Estimated Cost: $73.25
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 32:
Monday, August 5:
- Breakfast: Avocado toast with a poached egg and fresh spinach 🍳🥑
- Lunch: Chicken salad wraps with romaine lettuce and shredded cheddar 🌯
- Dinner: Honey Dijon Chicken with zucchini and jasmine rice 🍗🥒🍚
Side Dish:
- Roasted Zucchini:
- 2 zucchinis, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.68)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Honey Dijon Chicken according to the recipe.
- Saute’ zucchini slices in a skillet with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Serve with jasmine rice.
Tuesday, August 6:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with granola and honey 🥣🍯
- Lunch: Leftover Honey Dijon chicken wraps with spinach 🌯
- Dinner: Ground Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers 🍽️
Recipe:
- 1 lb ground turkey ($4.00)
- 3 bell peppers, halved and seeded (from 3 count) ($3.28)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from 8 oz) ($1.00)
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook ground turkey with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stuff the halved bell peppers with the turkey mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.
Wednesday, August 7:
- Breakfast: Peanut butter and banana smoothie 🍌🥜
- Lunch: Leftover stuffed bell peppers 🌯
- Dinner: Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob with grilled chicken and cucumber tomato salad 🌽🍗🥗
Side Dish:
- Cucumber Tomato Salad:
- 1 cucumber, diced ($0.75)
- 2 tomatoes, diced (from 4 count) ($1.24)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Grill the Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob following the recipe.
- Grill chicken breasts seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the cucumber and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for a light salad.
Thursday, August 8:
- Breakfast: poached egg with spinach and toast 🍳🍞
- Lunch: Leftover bacon-wrapped corn and grilled chicken wraps 🌯
- Dinner: Ground Turkey Tacos with black beans and salsa 🌮
Recipe:
- 1 lb ground turkey ($4.00)
- 6 tortillas (from 10 count) ($1.20)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed ($0.72)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from earlier) ($1.00)
- Salsa (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Cook the ground turkey with taco seasoning, then add black beans.
- Serve the mixture in tortillas with shredded cheddar and salsa.
Friday, August 9:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt smoothie with mixed berries 🥤🍓
- Lunch: Leftover turkey tacos 🌯
- Dinner: Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken with roasted sweet potatoes and spinach salad 🍗🍠🥗
Recipe:
- 1 lb chicken breasts ($3.49)
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced ($2.00)
- 1 bag fresh spinach, for salad ($2.00)
- Lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Grill the chicken breasts marinated in lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast the diced sweet potatoes in the oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve the grilled chicken with roasted sweet potatoes and a spinach salad.
Saturday, August 10:
- Breakfast: Fruit parfait with Greek yogurt, granola, and fresh strawberries 🍓🥣
- Lunch: Leftover grilled chicken wraps with spinach 🌯
- Dinner: Cheesy Zucchini Bake with a side of jasmine rice 🥘🍚
Recipe:
- 2 zucchinis, sliced (from earlier) ($1.68)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from earlier) ($1.00)
- 1/2 onion, diced (from earlier) ($0.39)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a baking dish, toss the sliced zucchini and diced onion with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve with jasmine rice.
Sunday, August 11:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with avocado and toast 🍳🥑🍞
- Lunch: Leftover cheesy zucchini bake with rice 🌯
- Dinner: Ground Turkey Meatballs with marinara and spaghetti 🍝
Recipe:
- 1 lb ground turkey ($4.00)
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs (from pantry)
- 1 can diced tomatoes, for marinara sauce ($0.72)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from earlier) ($1.00)
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Mix ground turkey with bread crumbs, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Simmer the diced tomatoes with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to make a quick marinara sauce.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Serve the baked turkey meatballs with marinara sauce over spaghetti.
Snack Ideas for Week 32:
- Greek yogurt with fresh strawberries and honey: A refreshing, protein-packed snack.
- Sliced apples with peanut butter: A sweet and filling option.
- Cucumber slices with hummus: Crunchy and satisfying.
- Banana slices with almond butter: A creamy, energy-boosting snack.
- Dried fruit and mixed nuts: A great on-the-go snack for a quick energy boost.
Tips for Week 32:
- Fresh breakfasts: Enjoy new breakfast ideas like avocado toast, fruit smoothies, and yogurt parfaits to keep mornings exciting and nutritious.
- Grill for flavor: Take advantage of the grill with recipes like Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob and Honey Dijon Chicken to add a smoky, delicious touch to your meals.
- Maximize leftovers: Use grilled chicken, bacon-wrapped corn, and zucchini bakes to create quick and easy lunches throughout the week.
- Get creative with sides: Pair simple sides like cucumber tomato salad and roasted vegetables to balance your meals.
This Week 32 meal plan introduces new and exciting dishes like Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob and Honey Dijon Chicken while keeping breakfasts fresh and varied.
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