Squeeze the Day with These Zesty, Lemony Dishes

Week 25: June 16-20, 2025; Monday through Friday

Menu

Monday

Breakfast: Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes
Lunch: Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken Salad with Feta
Dinner: Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta with Broccoli
Snack: Lemon Herb Greek Yogurt Dip with Sliced Veggies

Tuesday

Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Nuts, Honey, and Granola
Lunch: Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls with Lemon Vinaigrette
Dinner: Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs with Green Bean Salad
Snack: Honey Lavender Shortbread Cookies

Wednesday

Breakfast: Blueberry Lemon Zest Overnight Oatmeal
Lunch: Chickpea “Tuna Salad” Sandwiches with Veggie Slices
Dinner: Salmon Pasta with Dill and Lemon Cream
Snack: Homemade Lemon Sorbet

Thursday

Breakfast: Avocado Toast with Chili Flakes
Lunch: Chickpea and Feta Greek Salad
Dinner: Grilled Honey Mustard Pork Chops with Fluffly Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Spinach
Snack: Lemon Mousse

Friday

Breakfast: Lemon-Honey Ricotta on Toast
Lunch: Orzo Salad with Feta and Roasted Vegetables
Dinner: Homemade Margherita Pizza
Snack: Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Shopping List

Proteins & Dairy

• Eggs (1 dozen) – $5.50
• Whole Milk (½ gallon) – $3
• Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $4.50
• Ricotta Cheese (15 oz) – $3
• Feta Cheese (8 oz) – $3
• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (1 lb) – $4.50
• Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1.25 lb) – $6
• Ground Pork or Pork Chops (1 lb) – $5
• Salmon Fillets (1 lb) – $8
• Shrimp (frozen, 1 lb) – $7

Pantry & Dry Goods

• Rolled Oats (18 oz) – $3
• Granola (12 oz) – $3.50
• Quinoa (1 lb) – $4.50
• Pasta (rotini or spaghetti, 1 lb) – $1
• Orzo (1 box) – $2
• Dried Lavender (1 bag) – $7.50
• Poppy Seeds (4 oz) – $3
• Chickpeas (2 cans) – $2

Produce

• Lemons (10) – $5
• Blueberries (1  pint) – $2.50
• Avocados (1 large) – $2.50
• Spinach (1 bag) – $1.50
• Cherry Tomatoes (1 pt) – $2
• Green Beans (1 lb) – $2.50
• Broccoli (1 lb) – $2
• Carrots (1 lb bag) – $1
• Arugula (5 oz) – $3
• Fresh Herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley) – $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 Walmart and 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.
• By making pizza and cookies at home, it will drastically reduce cost.
• 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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