2500 Calorie Low Carb Meal Plan for Muscle Building and Weight Gain
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.
Whether you're looking to gain muscle, increase weight, or maintain your current physique, a 2500 calorie meal plan might be what you need to reach your goals. 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 provide you with nutrient-dense meals that fuel your workouts, support recovery, and keep you on track.
Today's Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Vegetable 3 Egg Scramble
1 serving
- Toast with Tomato, Onion, & Hummus
1 serving
Lunch
- Strawberry Protein Yogurt Smoothie
1 smoothie
Dinner
- Sage and Parsley Chicken Breast
1 serving
- Cucumber and Poppy Seed Salad
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample Low Carb meal plan with daily averages of 2256 Calories, 166g protein, 121g fat, and 151g carbs (107g 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
- Oatmeal banana protein shake 1 shake
- Bacon 2 strips
Lunch
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
- Brie cheese on bread 1 serving
Dinner
- Peanut Tofu 1 serving
- Balsamic Sautéed Spinach 0.5 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
- Chocolate Avocado Smoothie 1 serving
Lunch
- Peanut Butter and Banana Toast 1 serving
- Quick and Easy Low Carb Caprese Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast 1 breast
Snack
- Blackberry Yogurt Parfait 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
- Buttered Toast with Cinnamon 1 slice
Lunch
- Raspberry Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie 2 serving
- Spinach Salad with Blackberries 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 2 serving
- Quick Black Beans and Rice 0.5 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes 2 serving
- Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Cauliflower and Hummus Snack 1 serving
Dinner
- Peanut Tofu 1 serving
- Spinach Tomato Salad 0.5 serving
Snack
- Blackberry Yogurt Parfait 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
- Pecans 1 ounce
Lunch
- Peanut Butter and Banana Toast 1 serving
- Quick and Easy Low Carb Caprese Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 2 serving
- Quick Black Beans and Rice 0.5 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes 2 serving
- Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Cauliflower and Hummus Snack 1 serving
Dinner
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast 1 breast
Snack
- Blackberry Yogurt Parfait 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
- Chocolate Avocado Smoothie 1 serving
Lunch
- Peanut Butter and Banana Toast 1 serving
- Quick and Easy Low Carb Caprese Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Peanut Tofu 1 serving
- Spinach Tomato Salad 0.5 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
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Browse Diet Plans
- Keto Low-carb, high-fat diet focusing on ketosis for energy and weight management
- Vegan Excludes all animal products, emphasizing plant-based foods for health and ethics
- Vegetarian Plant-based diet including dairy and eggs, avoiding meat for health and ethics
- Paleo Emulates ancient diet with whole foods, free of processed items and grains
- Mediterranean Rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil for a balanced, heart-healthy diet
- Low Carb Reduces carbohydrate intake, focusing on proteins and fats for energy
- Low Fat Limits fat consumption, emphasizing lean proteins, grains, and vegetables
- High Protein Prioritizes protein intake for muscle growth and repair, with balanced nutrients
- Gluten Free Avoids gluten, suitable for celiac or gluten sensitivity, focusing on alternative grains
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