We’ve created a well-balanced 1,800-calorie vegetarian meal plan designed to keep energy steady throughout the day. Each day includes five meals—breakfast, AM snack, lunch, PM snack, and dinner—for sustained satisfaction.
To help you save time, money, and ingredients, some meals repeat across the week. You’ll see those repeats called out so you can plan your prep more efficiently.
Each day also includes helpful tips, suggested pairings, and make-ahead ideas, plus simple ways to adjust portions for 1,600 or 2,000 calories—without changing your overall meal flow.
Reminder: This plan isn’t therapeutic and shouldn’t be used to manage medical conditions. If you have specific macronutrient goals, feel free to tweak as needed.
If you’re aiming for 1,800 calories, here’s a sample combo you can enjoy:
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AM Snack: Honey Vanilla Fruit Salad
Need to hit just 1,600 calories instead?
No problem! Stick to the same meals, but:
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Have ½ serving of Choco Protein Oats with Berries.
Want to bump it up to 2,000 calories?
Simple fix:
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Double the serving of Honey Vanilla Fruit Salad.
Tips & Tricks:
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Make extra blueberry chickpea pancakes and freeze them for quick breakfasts.
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Prepare vegan lunch bowls in mason jars for easy grab-and-go lunches.
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Pre-portion oats and berries in containers for faster snack assembly.
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Store green goddess dressing separately until ready to serve.
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Chop fruit for the salad fresh each morning to keep it vibrant.
If you’re aiming for 1,800 calories, here’s a sample combo you can enjoy:
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AM Snack: Edible Brownie Batter (Protein-Packed & Gluten-Free)
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Breakfast pairing: 2 slices whole grain bread (52 g)
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Dinner pairing: 1 banana (173.5 g)
Need to hit just 1,600 calories instead?
No problem! Stick to the same meals, but:
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Have ½ serving of the Vegan Burrito.
Want to bump it up to 2,000 calories?
Simple fix:
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Double the serving of Middle Eastern Shakshuka / Shakshouka / Chakchouka.
Tips & Tricks:
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Prep shakshuka sauce in bulk and reheat with fresh eggs or tofu.
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Wrap vegan burritos in foil and store in the freezer for quick meals.
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Blend smoothies just before drinking for best flavor and texture.
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Keep bananas for dinner pairings slightly underripe to last longer through the week.
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Store brownie batter in the fridge for a few days in sealed containers.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 1.
Tips & Tricks:
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Reheat pancakes in a skillet for crisp edges.
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Store fruit salad in separate containers to stay fresh.
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Add a squeeze of lemon to keep cut fruit bright.
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Use leftover lunch bowls as toppings for salads or wraps.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 2.
Tips & Tricks:
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Keep extra burritos frozen for easy reheating.
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Roast vegetables ahead of time for grain bowls.
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Refresh smoothies with ice cubes when blending.
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Sprinkle cinnamon or cocoa over brownie batter for a flavor boost.
If you’re aiming for 1,800 calories, here’s a sample combo you can enjoy:
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Lunch pairing: Cucumber and Tomato Salad
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Dinner pairing: Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas and Vegetables
Need to hit just 1,600 calories instead?
No problem! Stick to the same meals, but:
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Have ½ serving of the 233-cal Reeses Cup Mug Cake (20 g protein).
Want to bump it up to 2,000 calories?
Simple fix:
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Double the serving of Mushroom Stew and add ½ more to serving of Make-Ahead Fruit & Yogurt Breakfast Parfaits.
Tips & Tricks:
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Assemble parfaits in mason jars for ready-to-go breakfasts.
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Prep grain bowls in large batches to use for multiple lunches.
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Slice cucumber and tomato just before eating for maximum freshness.
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Make a double batch of mushroom stew to freeze for easy dinners.
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Cook mug cakes fresh in the microwave to keep them soft and moist.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 1.
Tips & Tricks:
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Keep pancake batter ready in the fridge for a fresh morning cook.
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Pre-chop vegetables for lunch bowls to save time.
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Store oats in glass jars for easy single-serve snacks.
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Roast chickpeas for added crunch in your green goddess bowl.
Today’s day is a repetition of Day 5.
Tips & Tricks:
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Reheat mushroom stew gently to preserve its flavor.
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Keep parfaits chilled for grab-and-go mornings.
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Store mug cake ingredients pre-measured for quick prep.
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Mix quinoa salad in bulk for multiple meals.
Below is a quick overview of the recipes that are repeated during the 7-day 1,800-kcal Meal Plan:
Recipe | Number of servings needed | Days | Meal Time |
Blueberry Chickpea Pancakes | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Breakfast |
Honey Vanilla Fruit Salad | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | AM Snack |
Make-Ahead Vegan Lunch Bowls | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Lunch |
Choco Protein Oats with Berries | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | PM Snack |
Green Goddess Bowl Meal Prep | 3 | Day 1, 3 and 6 | Dinner |
Middle Eastern Shakshuka / Shakshouka / Chakchouka | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | Breakfast |
Edible Brownie Batter (Protein-Packed & Gluten-Free) | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | AM Snack |
Vegan Burrito | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | Lunch |
Strawberry Peach Smoothie | 2 | Day 2 and Day 4 | PM Snack |
Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas and Vegetables | 2 | Day 2, Day 4 | Dinner |
Make-Ahead Fruit & Yogurt Breakfast Parfaits | 2 | Day 5, Day 7 | Breakfast |
233-cal Reeses Cup Mug Cake (20 g protein) | 2 | Day 5, Day 7 | AM Snack |
Healthy Vegetarian Southwestern Grain Bowl Recipe | 2 | Day 5, Day 7 | Lunch |
Cucumber and Tomato Salad | 2 | Day 5, Day 7 | Lunch pairing |
Quinoa Salad with Vegetables | 2 | Day 5, Day 7 | Dinner pairing |
Mushroom stew | 2 | Day 5, Day 7 | Dinner |