2600 Calorie Meal Plan for Muscle Building and Weight Gain
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Whether you're looking to gain muscle, increase weight, or maintain your current physique, a 2600 calorie meal plan might be what you need to reach your goals. 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
- Warm Pear with Cinnamon Ricotta
2 servings
- Coco Bongo protein shake
1 shake
Lunch
- Salmon Wrapped Avocado
1 serving
- Yogurt & Apricots
1 serving
Dinner
- Oven-Fried Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts
1 serving
- Avocado
1 avocado
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample meal plan with daily averages of 2596 Calories, 186g protein, 98g fat, and 265g carbs (219g 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
- Peaches and Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Red Eye Protein Parfait 1 serving
- Easy Spinach and Scallion Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 1.5 serving
- Quick Black Beans and Rice 1 serving
Snack
- Yogurt Peanut Butter Dip & Apples 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
Lunch
- Oatmeal banana protein shake 1 shake
- Avocado Rice Cake 1 serving
Dinner
- Lentil Salad 1.5 serving
- Edamame Sesame Bowl 0.5 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
Lunch
- Red Eye Protein Parfait 1 serving
- Easy Spinach and Scallion Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 1.5 serving
- Quick Black Beans and Rice 1 serving
Snack
- Yogurt Peanut Butter Dip & Apples 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Peaches and Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Lebanese Fresh Thyme Tomato Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Lentil Salad 1.5 serving
- Edamame Sesame Bowl 0.5 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
Lunch
- Oatmeal banana protein shake 1 shake
- Banana 1 banana
Dinner
- Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 1.5 serving
- Jeera (Cumin) Rice 1 serving
Snack
- Yogurt Peanut Butter Dip & Apples 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 2 serving
Lunch
- Apple Walnut Parfait 1 serving
- Tomato Basil Layered Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Lentil Salad 1 serving
- Broccoli with Hummus & Sesame Seeds 1 serving
Snack
- Yogurt with Avocado & Basil 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
Lunch
- Oatmeal banana protein shake 1 shake
- Avocado Rice Cake 1 serving
Dinner
- Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 1.5 serving
- Quick Black Beans and Rice 1 serving
Snack
- Yogurt Peanut Butter Dip & Apples 1 serving
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