What’s included in your meal plan
This vegan meal plan gives you 1,800 calories a day. It’s designed to keep your energy steady and your meals satisfying from morning to night. Your calories are roughly split into:
- 55% from carbohydrates
- 20% from protein
- 25% from fat
Each day includes five meals:
- Breakfast
- Morning snack
- Lunch
- Afternoon snack
- Dinner
To make life a little easier, some meals repeat during the week. That way you can batch prep, save time, and cut down on waste.
Need a quick overview of what repeats? Go to the table at the bottom of the page.
You’ll also get helpful tips, serving ideas, and make-ahead suggestions to make your routine easier. Want more flexibility? We’ve included daily adjustments for 1,600 and 2,000 calories to help you reach your goals while keeping your meals balanced.
If you’re aiming for 1,800 calories, here’s a sample combo you can enjoy:
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AM Snack: Healthy Vegan Mango Edamame Salad
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Breakfast pairing: Peach Raspberry Swirl Smoothie
Need to hit just 1,600 calories instead?
No problem! Stick to the same meals, but:
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Half serving of Vegan Napa Cabbage Rolls with Tofu Stuffings.
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Half serving of Air Fryer Potato Chips.
Want to bump it up to 2,000 calories?
Simple fix:
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Add 28 g of almonds to your Peach Raspberry Swirl Smoothie or enjoy them as a separate snack.
Tips & Tricks:
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Prep smoothie packs in freezer bags for a quick morning blend.
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Bake potato chips in larger batches for multiple snack days.
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Store farro in the fridge to make stir-fry dinners faster.
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Keep cabbage roll stuffing prepped so you can assemble them fresh.
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Toast almonds lightly before adding to smoothies for extra flavor.
If you’re aiming for 1,800 calories, here’s a sample combo you can enjoy:
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AM Snack: Dragon Fruit Salad
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Breakfast pairing: 1 whole banana (173.5 g)
Need to hit just 1,600 calories instead?
No problem! Stick to the same meals, but:
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Replace your current lunch with a Viral “Cowboy Caviar” Inspired Meal Prep.
Want to bump it up to 2,000 calories?
Simple fix:
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Add Middle Eastern Falafel as a dinner pairing.
Tips & Tricks:
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Make chickpea scramble in advance and reheat with a splash of plant milk.
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Cook lasagna in bulk and freeze extra portions for later weeks.
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Keep dragon fruit chopped in single-serve containers for easy snacking.
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Marinate eggplant early for a richer miso flavor at dinner.
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Pack protein bars individually for quick grab-and-go fuel.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 1.
Tips & Tricks:
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Reheat potato chips in an air fryer to restore crispness.
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Stir-fry farro with fresh veggies to refresh leftovers.
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Keep smoothie bowls interesting by rotating toppings.
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Store almonds in small containers for quick snacks.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 2.
Tips & Tricks:
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Use leftover Cowboy Caviar as a dip for veggie sticks.
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Bake falafel in advance and freeze for easy reheating.
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Add extra spices to your miso-glazed eggplant for variety.
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Keep protein bars in your bag or desk for convenient fueling.
If you’re aiming for 1,800 calories, here’s a sample combo you can enjoy:
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AM Snack: Vegan Balls
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Lunch pairing: 1 whole banana (173.5 g)
Need to hit just 1,600 calories instead?
No problem! Stick to the same meals, but:
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No need for the lunch pairing.
Want to bump it up to 2,000 calories?
Simple fix:
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Replace your AM snack with Protein Bars.
Tips & Tricks:
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Prep smoothie bowls in advance by freezing blended bases.
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Make veggie noodle stir-fry sauces ahead for faster assembly.
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Bake chocolate-covered apples in small batches for freshness.
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Keep burrito bowl ingredients cooked and stored separately to prevent sogginess.
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Store vegan balls in airtight containers or freeze for longer storage.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 1.
Tips & Tricks:
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Keep smoothie packs in rotation to avoid repetition fatigue.
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Pre-portion cabbage rolls for quick lunches.
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Reheat farro with a splash of broth to keep it fluffy.
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Assemble potato chips fresh in the air fryer for the best crunch.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 5.
Tips & Tricks:
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Reheat burrito bowls with a splash of lime juice for freshness.
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Rotate fruits in your smoothie bowl toppings to keep variety.
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Store chocolate-covered apples in parchment to avoid sticking.
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Replace AM snack with protein bars for a quick high-energy option.
Here are the recipes that repeat in your meal plan:
| Recipe | Number of servings needed | Days | Meal Time |
| Vegan Egg Salad Sandwich | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Breakfast |
| Peach Raspberry Swirl Smoothie | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Breakfast Pairing |
| Vegan Napa Cabbage Rolls with Tofu Stuffings | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Lunch |
| Air Fryer Potato Chips | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | PM Snack |
| Simple Chickpea Farro Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Dinner |
| Healthy Vegan Mango Edamame Salad | 3 | Day 2 and Day 4 | AM Snack |
| 15-Minute Chickpea Scramble | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | Breakfast |
| High Protein Lasagna | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | Lunch |
| Protein Bars | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | PM Snack |
| Miso Glazed Eggplant with Edamame & Brown Rice | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | Dinner |
| Dragon Fruit Salad | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | AM Snack |
| Cherry & Banana Smoothie Bowl | 2 | Day 5 and Day 7 | Breakfast |
| Veggie Noodle Stir Fry with Peanut Lime Sauce | 2 | Day 5 and Day 7 | Lunch |
| Chocolate Covered Apples | 2 | Day 5 and Day 7 | PM Snack |
| High Protein Burrito Bowl | 2 | Day 5 and Day 7 | Dinner |
| Vegan Balls | 2 | Day 5 and Day 7 | AM Snack |