Brussels Over Bustles: 5 Days of Fall-Ready Meals to Simplify Your Week

Monday through Friday, we’ve got your plates covered.

Menu

Monday

• Breakfast: Buckwheat Chia Seed Rolls + Apple Slices
• Lunch: Tuscan White Bean & Orzo Salad
• Dinner: Coffee-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Roasted Butternut Squash & Kale
• Snacks: Greek yogurt with Honey and Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Tuesday

• Breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Bake with Maple Syrup
• Lunch: Hearty Ham and Bean Soup
• Dinner: Sheet Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Bacon with Sweet Potato Mash
• Snacks: Pear with Almonds, Carrot Sticks, and Hummus

Wednesday

• Breakfast: Buckwheat Chia Seed Rolls with Nut Butter
• Lunch: Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad (Try adding apple, cranberries, and cheddar)
• Dinner: 3-Ingredient Baked Ham with Maple Glaze with Roasted Root Vegetables
• Snacks: Cinnamon Apple Chips and Grapes

Thursday

• Breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Latte Overnight Oats
• Lunch: Leftover Tuscan White Bean and Orzo Salad
• Dinner: Leftover Coffee-Rubbed Chicken with Sautéed Spinach and Wild Rice
• Snacks: Hard-Boiled Egg with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Friday

• Breakfast: Pumpkin Pecan Pie Oatmeal Bake with Pecans
• Lunch: Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese (Throw in any leftover veggies)
• Dinner: Sheet Pan Ranch Chicken with Leftover Veggies (Use whatever you have left)
• Snacks: Greek Yogurt with Maple Drizzle

Shopping List

Produce

• Buckwheat flour (2-pound bag) — $6
• Chia seeds (~8 ounces) — $5
• Apples (4 medium) — $4
• Pears (2 whole) — $2
• Kale (1 bunch) — $3
• Brussels sprouts (1 pound) — $3
• Butternut squash (1 medium) — $3
• Sweet potatoes (2 medium) — $2
• Carrots (1 pound) — $2
• Spinach (1 bag) — $3
• Grapes (1 small bunch) — $3
• Root vegetables (~2 pounds) — $3

Proteins

• Chicken breasts (~1.5 pounds) — $6
• Pre-cooked ham (~1 pound) — $5
• Canned white beans (2 cans) — $2
• Canned mixed vegetables (2 cans) — $2
• Greek yogurt (1 tub) — $4
• Cheddar cheese (~8 ounces) — $3
• Almonds or mixed nuts (~8 ounces) — $4

Pantry

• Maple syrup (8 ounces) — $5
• Orzo pasta (~8 ounces) — $2
• Wild rice (1 pound) — $4
• Hummus — $3
• Pumpkin puree (2 can) — $4
• Pumpkin seeds (~2 ounces) — $2

Estimated Total Cost: $100

Notes for the Cook

• Prices may vary depending on location and availability.
• Meal plan presumes common kitchen staples are already stocked.
• This list prioritizes Amazon Fresh for more affordable produce and pantry staples.
• Buying generic brands can often save money.
• This menu utilizes leftovers to minimize waste and cooking time.
• Seasoning is assumed to be already in the pantry.
• You might need to adjust quantities based on your family’s appetites.

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