7-Day Meal Plan

Day 1

  • Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with spinach + whole grain toast
  • Lunch: Turkey and cheese sandwich + baby carrots
  • Dinner: Baked lemon garlic chicken, brown rice, steamed broccoli
  • Snack: Greek yogurt with honey and granola

Day 2

  • Breakfast: Overnight oats with banana and peanut butter
  • Lunch: Chicken Caesar salad wrap
  • Dinner: Ground beef tacos with lettuce, tomato, and avocado
  • Snack: Apple slices with almond butter

Day 3

  • Breakfast: Smoothie (frozen berries, spinach, banana, Greek yogurt, milk)
  • Lunch: Tuna salad on whole grain crackers + side salad
  • Dinner: Spaghetti with marinara sauce and side of green beans
  • Snack: Hard-boiled eggs

Day 4

  • Breakfast: Whole grain waffles with fresh fruit
  • Lunch: Leftover spaghetti or a turkey wrap
  • Dinner: Grilled salmon, quinoa, and roasted asparagus
  • Snack: Cottage cheese with pineapple

Day 5

  • Breakfast: Avocado toast with poached egg
  • Lunch: Chicken quesadilla with salsa
  • Dinner: Stir-fry with chicken, bell peppers, onions, and rice
  • Snack: Trail mix or handful of nuts

Day 6

  • Breakfast: Yogurt parfait with granola and berries
  • Lunch: Egg salad sandwich + cucumber slices
  • Dinner: Homemade pizza with veggies
  • Snack: Celery with peanut butter

Day 7

  • Breakfast: Breakfast burrito (egg, cheese, beans, salsa)
  • Lunch: Grilled cheese and tomato soup
  • Dinner: Crockpot chili with cornbread
  • Snack: Popcorn or hummus with pita chips

Shopping List

Produce

  • Bananas
  • Apples
  • Berries (fresh or frozen)
  • Spinach
  • Lettuce (romaine or spring mix)
  • Tomatoes
  • Avocados
  • Broccoli
  • Carrots
  • Green beans
  • Asparagus
  • Bell peppers
  • Onions
  • Cucumbers
  • Garlic
  • Potatoes (optional, for variety)
  • Pineapple (fresh or canned)

Protein

  • Eggs
  • Chicken breasts
  • Ground beef or turkey
  • Canned tuna
  • Salmon (fresh or frozen)
  • Greek yogurt
  • Cottage cheese
  • Cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, etc.)
  • Deli turkey
  • Almond butter or peanut butter

Pantry

  • Whole grain bread
  • Whole grain wraps or tortillas
  • Brown rice
  • Quinoa
  • Oats
  • Granola
  • Trail mix or nuts
  • Pasta
  • Marinara sauce
  • Salsa
  • Crackers
  • Cornbread mix
  • Pizza crust or ingredients for homemade dough
  • Popcorn
  • Canned beans (black, pinto, kidney for chili)
  • Canned tomatoes (for chili or soup)
  • Chicken or vegetable broth
  • Tomato soup

Dairy

  • Milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • Butter
  • Cheese sticks (optional snacks)

Frozen

  • Frozen berries
  • Frozen vegetables (optional backup)
  • Waffles (or ingredients to make your own)

Seasonings/Condiments

  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • Honey
  • Mustard
  • Mayo

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