2800 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 2800 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
- Bacon Breakfast Tacos
1 serving
- Chocolate Milk Whey Protein Shake
1 serving
Lunch
- Turkey Hummus Wrap
1 serving
- Waldorf-ish Salad
1 serving
Dinner
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast
2 breast
- Microwave Sour Cream Baked Potato
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample meal plan with daily averages of 2790 Calories, 187g protein, 112g fat, and 287g carbs (234g 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
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Cantaloupe 2 slices
Lunch
- Post-Workout Peanut Butter Shake 1 serving
- Chopped Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
- Carrots 0.5 cup
Snack
- Peach and Blueberry Parfait 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Apples and Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
- Carrots with Hummus 1 serving
Dinner
- Lazy Pad Thai 0.5 serving
Snack
Day 3
Breakfast
Lunch
- Ants on a Log 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Lemon Pepper Cod 1 fillet
- Pomegranate Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Peach and Blueberry Parfait 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Peaches & Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Red Eye Protein Parfait 1 serving
- Peanut Butter & Celery 1 serving
Dinner
- Lazy Pad Thai 0.5 serving
Snack
Day 5
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Cantaloupe 2 slices
Lunch
- Cucumber Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
- Zesty Tomato Soup 1 serving
Snack
- Greek Yogurt and Berry Parfait 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Oatmeal banana protein shake 1 shake
- Brie cheese on bread 1 serving
Lunch
- Red Eye Protein Parfait 1 serving
- Brussels Sprout Slaw 1 serving
Dinner
- Salmon Penne 2 serving
- Green Pea & Almond Salad 1 serving
Snack
Day 7
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter and Peach Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Apricot Jam and Almond Butter Sandwich 1.5 sandwich
- Protein-boosted Yogurt 1 serving
Dinner
- Spicy Chicken Soup 1 serving
- Pomegranate Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Greek Yogurt and Berry Parfait 1 serving
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