2800 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 2800 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
Smoked Salmon and Egg Tortilla
1 serving
Peach and Peanut Butter Snack
1 serving
Lunch
Paleo Avocado Tuna Salad (Tuna in Oil)
1 serving
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
1 serving
Dinner
Chicken Parmesan
1 Serving
Bean Sprout and Spinach Salad
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample Low Carb meal plan with daily averages of 2628 Calories, 208g protein, 130g fat, and 176g carbs (137g 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
Protein Power Oats 1 serving
Protein-boosted Yogurt 1 serving
Lunch
Red Eye Protein Parfait 1 serving
Heirloom Tomato Basil Mozzarella Salad 1 serving
Dinner
Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
Easy Steamed Green Beans 0.5 serving
Snack
Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
Cottage Cheese & Apricots 0.5 serving
Lunch
Oatmeal banana protein shake 1 shake
Almonds 1 ounce
Dinner
Chicken Fajitas 1 serving
Simple Avocado and Cranberry Salad 1 serving
Snack
Peanut Butter Protein Yogurt 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
Protein Greek Yogurt and Fruit Salad 2 serving
Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
Coconut Milk Protein Shake 1.5 shake
Bean Sprout and Spinach Salad 1 serving
Dinner
Chicken and Spinach Salad 0.5 serving
Green Beans with Tomato, Garlic, and Pine Nuts 1.5 serving
Snack
Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
Chocolate Coconut Protein Shake 1 shake
Lunch
Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Peanut Butter & Celery 1 serving
Dinner
Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
Easy Steamed Green Beans 0.5 serving
Snack
Cinnamon-Raisin Peanut Butter Sandwich 0.5 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
Pecans 1 ounce
Lunch
Red Eye Protein Parfait 1 serving
Arugula Salad 1 serving
Dinner
Seared Sesame-Crusted Tuna 2 serving
Jeera (Cumin) Rice 0.5 serving
Snack
Peanut Butter Protein Yogurt 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
Protein-boosted Yogurt 1 serving
Lunch
Coconut Milk Protein Shake 1.5 shake
Bean Sprout and Spinach Salad 1 serving
Dinner
Spinach and Ricotta Hasselback Chicken 0.5 serving
Green Beans with Tomato, Garlic, and Pine Nuts 1.5 serving
Snack
Avocado 1 avocado
Day 7
Breakfast
Cottage Cheese & Apricots 0.5 serving
Lunch
Protein Greek Yogurt and Fruit Salad 2 serving
Ants on a Log 0.5 serving
Dinner
Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
Easy Steamed Green Beans 0.5 serving
Snack
Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
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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
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