1280 Calorie Meal Plan for Weight Loss
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Today's Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Coconut Blueberry Protein Shake
1 serving
- Avocado Rice Cake
1 serving
Lunch
- Maple Pear Spinach & Ham Salad
1 salad
- Cottage Cheese with Artichokes & Olives
1 serving
Dinner
- Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
1 serving
- Tomato Basil Layered Salad
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample meal plan with daily averages of 1272 Calories, 99g protein, 46g fat, and 128g carbs (101g net carbs). You can generate your own custom plans like this with a free Eat This Much account and generate complete instant grocery lists with our Premium features.
Day 1
Breakfast
- Veggie Omelet 1 serving
- Peanut Butter and Peach Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Vanilla Banana Protein Shake 1 serving
- Cucumbers with Feta, Basil, and Cilantro 1 serving
Dinner
- Spicy Chicken Soup 1 serving
- Zesty Honey Kale 1 serving
Snack
- Rice Cake with Hummus & Tomato 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
- Apple 1 apple
Lunch
- Post-Workout Banana Protein Smoothie 1 serving
- Bell Pepper and Hummus Snack 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Chicken Fajitas 1 serving
- Mediterranean Salad 0.5 serving
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
Day 3
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter and Peach Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Strawberry Banana Protein Shake 1 serving
- Brussels Sprout Slaw 1 serving
Dinner
- Spicy Chicken Soup 1 serving
- Sautéed Spinach with Pine Nuts 0.5 serving
Snack
- Banana, Peanut Butter and Raisins 1 banana
Day 4
Breakfast
- Cinnamon Protein Oats 1 serving
- Avocado Rice Cake 1 serving
Lunch
- Veggies with Hummus 1 serving
Dinner
- Almond Butter Chicken Salad Lettuce Wrap 1 serving
- Zesty Honey Kale 0.5 serving
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
Day 5
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
- Strawberries 0.5 cup
Lunch
- Almonds and Blueberries Yogurt Snack 1 serving
- Mediterranean Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Chicken Fajitas 1 serving
- Cucumber Avocado Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Rice Cake with Hummus & Tomato 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter and Peach Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Vanilla Banana Protein Shake 1 serving
- Brussels Sprout Slaw 1 serving
Dinner
- Almond Butter Chicken Salad Lettuce Wrap 1 serving
- Carrots with Hummus 0.5 serving
Snack
- Banana, Almond Butter and Raisins 1 banana
Day 7
Breakfast
- Cinnamon Protein Oats 1 serving
- Avocado Rice Cake 1 serving
Lunch
- Bell Pepper and Hummus Snack 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Chicken Fajitas 1 serving
- Cucumber Avocado Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
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