3500 Calorie High Protein 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 High Protein diet, designed to help build muscle strength and improve satiety, featuring quality protein sources for optimal health and performance.
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. For those focusing on a high-protein diet, this calorie target can support your goals by providing nutrient-dense meals that prioritize protein intake. 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
- Banana Protein Pancakes with Yogurt Glaze
2 servings
- Almond Butter Banana Toast
1 serving
Lunch
- 1000 Calorie Shake
1 shake
- Quick Grapefruit
1 serving
Dinner
- High Protein Chicken Alfredo
1 Bowl
- Sautéed Mushrooms with Green Peas
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample High Protein meal plan with daily averages of 3401 Calories, 252g protein, 158g fat, and 276g carbs (212g 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 2 serving
- Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
- Coconut Milk Protein Shake 1.5 shake
- Simple Avocado and Cranberry Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Fruit & Fiber Chicken Salad 1 serving
- Edamame Sesame Bowl 1.5 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Grapes 0.5 cup
Lunch
- Blackberry Yogurt Parfait 2.5 serving
Dinner
- Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
- Green Pea & Almond Salad 0.5 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
- Protein Power Oats 2 serving
- Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
- Almonds and Blueberries Yogurt Snack 2.5 serving
- Arugula Pine Nut Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Fruit & Fiber Chicken Salad 1 serving
- Edamame Sesame Bowl 1.5 serving
Snack
- Mocha Berry Almond Smoothie 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Pecans 1 ounce
Lunch
- Coconut Milk Protein Shake 1.5 shake
- Simple Avocado and Cranberry Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- High Protein Chicken Alfredo 0.5 Bowl
- Green Pea & Almond Salad 1.5 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
- Protein Power Oats 2 serving
- Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
- Peach and Blueberry Parfait 1.5 serving
- Arugula Pine Nut Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
- Broccoli with Hummus & Sesame Seeds 1 serving
Snack
- Mocha Berry Almond Smoothie 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
- Pecans 1 ounce
Lunch
- Coconut Milk Protein Shake 1.5 shake
- Simple Avocado and Cranberry Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- High Protein Chicken Alfredo 0.5 Bowl
- Green Pea & Almond Salad 1.5 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
- Protein Power Oats 2 serving
- Peanut Butter Toast 1 slices
Lunch
- Peach and Blueberry Parfait 1.5 serving
- Arugula Pine Nut Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
- Broccoli with Hummus & Sesame Seeds 1 serving
Snack
- Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
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- Keto Low-carb, high-fat diet focusing on ketosis for energy and weight management
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- 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
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