500 Calorie High Protein Meal Plan for Rapid Weight Loss
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.
If you're looking for a 500 calorie meal plan to support rapid weight loss, it's important to approach it with careful consideration. Very low-calorie diets (VLCDs) can help you lose weight quickly, but they should always be used under medical supervision. Our planner is designed to mock up balanced, nutrient-dense meals even within strict calorie limits, but it's important to do so safely.
Important Considerations:
- Consult with a healthcare provider: Before starting a 500 calorie diet, consult with a healthcare professional to ensure it's safe for you.
- Focus on nutrient density: With fewer calories, it's crucial to maximize the nutritional value of every meal.
- Monitor your health: Rapid weight loss can lead to muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies, and other health issues if not carefully managed.
Today's Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Very Green Veggie Protein Smoothie
1 serving
Lunch
- Smoked Salmon Pate & Rice Cakes
1 servings
- Fresh Jicama Salad
1 serving
Dinner
- Black Bean and Bacon Soup
1 serving
- Balsamic Asparagus
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample High Protein meal plan with daily averages of 494 Calories, 38g protein, 22g fat, and 39g carbs (28g 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 Protein Pancakes 1 serving
Lunch
- Tarragon and Dijon Chicken Salad 1 serving
- Sliced bell pepper 0.5 pepper
Dinner
- Garlic Balsamic Green Beans 1 serving
Snack
- Cherry Tomatoes with Feta 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Egg Cups 1 serving
- Cantaloupe 2 slices
Lunch
- Deli Beef and Sharp Cheddar Roll-Ups 0.5 serving
- Thai Cucumber Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Warm Tofu with Spicy Garlic Sauce 1 serving
- Green salad 1 serving
Snack
- Bell Pepper and Hummus Snack 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
- Granola 1 ounce
Lunch
- Tuna and Hummus 1 serving
- Turkish Style Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Scallion Crusted Salmon 0.5 serving
- Cucumber Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Cherry Tomatoes with Feta 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes 1 serving
Lunch
- Tarragon and Dijon Chicken Salad 1 serving
- Sliced bell pepper 1 pepper
Dinner
- Warm Tofu with Spicy Garlic Sauce 0.5 serving
- Lebanese Tomato and Onion Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Bell Pepper and Hummus Snack 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
- Egg Cups 1 serving
- Strawberries 0.5 cup
Lunch
- Spinach Strawberry Salad 1 serving
Dinner
- Scallion Crusted Salmon 0.5 serving
- Balsamic Asparagus 1 serving
Snack
- Cucumber Boats with Spicy Hummus 1 servings
Day 6
Breakfast
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes 1 serving
Lunch
- Tuna and Hummus 1 serving
- Cantaloupe 1 slices
Dinner
- Sautéed Garlic Spinach 1 serving
Snack
- Lebanese Tomato and Onion Salad 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
- Pico de Gallo Egg White Cups 1 serving
Lunch
- Deli Beef and Sharp Cheddar Roll-Ups 0.5 serving
- Thai Cucumber Salad 0.5 serving
Dinner
- Garlic Broccoli Tofu 1 serving
- Grilled Asparagus 0.5 serving
Snack
- Bell Pepper and Hummus Snack 1 serving
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