3500 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 3500 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
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie
1 Shaker
- Cinnamon Toast
1 slice
Lunch
- Red Eye Protein Parfait
1 serving
- Ants on a Log
1 serving
Dinner
- Chicken and Squash Pesto Pasta
2 servings
- Microwave Sour Cream Baked Potato
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample meal plan with daily averages of 3463 Calories, 236g protein, 134g fat, and 367g carbs (305g 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
- Apple Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Strawberry Grape Granola Parfait 0.5 serving
- Green Bean Healthy Tuna Salad 4.5 serving
Dinner
- Lentil Salad 1.5 serving
- Buttered Egg Noodles 0.5 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
- Protein Berry Crumble 1 serving
Lunch
- Cauliflower and Tahini 1.5 serving
Dinner
- Greek Spaghetti 1.5 serving
- Green Pea & Almond Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Peach and Blueberry Parfait 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Granola 1.5 ounce
Lunch
- Pecans 1.5 ounce
Dinner
- Lentil Salad 1.5 serving
- Green Beans with Tomato, Garlic, and Pine Nuts 0.5 serving
Snack
- Apple Walnut Parfait 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 2 serving
- Protein Berry Crumble 1 serving
Lunch
- Blueberry Shake 2 cups
- Lettuce Cucumber Walnut Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Basil Pesto Angel Hair Pasta 1 serving
- Green Bean Healthy Tuna Salad 3 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Apples and Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- 1000 Calorie Shake 1 shake
- Brussels Sprout Slaw 1 serving
Dinner
- Fruit & Fiber Chicken Salad 1 serving
- Edamame Sesame Bowl 1.5 serving
Snack
- Apple Walnut Parfait 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
- Protein Berry Crumble 1 serving
Lunch
- Pecans 1.5 ounce
Dinner
- Spaghetti with Onion and Mushroom 1 serving
- Green Bean Healthy Tuna Salad 4.5 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Apples and Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
- Peach and Blueberry Parfait 2 serving
- Curry Spinach Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
- Carrots 1.5 cup
Snack
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