1280 Calorie Low Carb Meal Plan for Weight Loss
Eat This Much creates personalized meal plans based on your food preferences, budget, schedule, and more. Try it with the Low Carb diet, a dietary approach that minimizes sugar and starch intake, favoring protein and healthy fats to support weight management and energy levels.
Looking to lose weight with a 1280 calorie meal plan? For those following a low-carb diet, this calorie target can help you manage your carbohydrate intake while ensuring you meet your nutritional needs. Our planner is designed to help you reach your weight loss goals by providing balanced, nutrient-dense meals that keep you satisfied.
Today's Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Spinach and Mushroom Eggs
1 serving
- Lemon Berry Smoothie
1 serving
Lunch
- Tangy Tuna Wrap
1 serving
- Peanut Butter & Celery
1 serving
Dinner
- Balsamic Chicken Salad
1 serving
- Grilled Asparagus
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample Low Carb meal plan with daily averages of 1242 Calories, 99g protein, 64g fat, and 75g carbs (53g 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
- Basic Egg White Omelet 1 serving
- Yogurt & Strawberries 1 serving
Lunch
- Chia Cottage Cheese with Blueberries 1 serving
- Easy Spinach and Scallion Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies 1 serving
- Fried Broccoli 1 serving
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
Day 2
Breakfast
- Pico de Gallo Egg White Cups 1 serving
- Yogurt with Almonds & Honey 1 serving
Lunch
- Raspberry Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie 1 serving
- Strawberries 0.5 cup
Dinner
Snack
- Lemon Parmesan Salad 1 salad
Day 3
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes 1 serving
Lunch
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
- Cucumber Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Microwaved sweet potato 1 potato
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
Day 4
Breakfast
- Spinach and Mushroom Breakfast Scramble 1 serving
- Buttered Toast with Cinnamon 1 slice
Lunch
- Almonds and Blueberries Yogurt Snack 1 serving
- Lebanese Tomato and Onion Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Italian Style Chicken 1 serving
- Peppers Cucumber & Avocado Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Easy Spinach and Scallion Salad 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
- Basic Egg White Omelet 1 serving
- Light Raspberry yogurt 1 cup
Lunch
- Raspberry Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie 1 serving
- Sliced bell pepper 1 pepper
Dinner
- Balsamic Parmesan Chicken Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
Day 6
Breakfast
- Vanilla Banana Protein Shake 1 serving
- Bacon 2 strips
Lunch
- Simple Lemon Pepper Tuna 1 serving
- Simple Spinach Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies 1 serving
- Grilled Asparagus 1 serving
Snack
- Easy Spinach and Scallion Salad 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
- Almonds and Blueberries Yogurt Snack 1 serving
- Buttered Toast with Cinnamon 1 slice
Lunch
- Raspberry Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie 1 serving
Dinner
- Parmesan Crusted Trout 1 serving
Snack
- Almonds 1 ounce
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