Aldi Batch Cook Budget Fat Loss Plan — 1,800 kcal
Free 7-day budget fat loss meal plan for Aldi. Targets ~1800 kcal/day with a full shopping list, macro breakdown, and AI meal swaps — no sign-up needed.
Estimated daily macros
Your 7-Day Meal Plan
Monday
Banana and Date Smoothie Bowl with Seeds
Made with banana, medjool dates, oat milk. Ready in 8 min — 390 kcal, 11g protein.
Mackerel and Brown Rice Salad
Made with tinned mackerel in brine, brown rice, cucumber half. Ready in 15 min — 500 kcal, 36g protein.
Chickpea and Spinach Coconut Curry
Made with tinned chickpeas, baby spinach, coconut milk light. Ready in 25 min — 430 kcal, 18g protein.
Light Mozzarella and Tomato
Made with light mozzarella, beef tomato, basil leaves. Ready in 5 min — 190 kcal, 16g protein.
Weekly Shopping List
Estimated cost: £20–30/week for one person from Aldi.
Protein
- Tinned mackerel in brine 125g
- Beef tomato 1
- Chicken breast 200g
- Smoked salmon 60g
- Green lentils tinned 200g
- Turkey breast slices 100g
- King prawns 200g
- Pork tenderloin 180g
Carbs & Grains
- Low-sugar granola 20g
- Brown rice 80g dry
- Wholemeal tortilla 1
- Wholewheat noodles 90g dry
Vegetables
- Cucumber half
- Red onion half
- Baby spinach 150g
- Onion 1
- Mushrooms 200g
- Carrot 2
- Sweet potato mash 250g
- Avocado half
- Parsnip 100g
- Spinach 100g
- Broccoli 200g
- Sweetcorn 100g
Dairy & Eggs
- Oat milk 100ml
- Coconut milk light 200ml
- Light mozzarella 100g
- Low-fat yogurt 80g
- Skyr 150g
- Peanut butter 1 tbsp
- Cottage cheese 150g
Extras & Condiments
- Banana 2
- Medjool dates 2
- Hemp seeds 1 tbsp
- Lemon dressing 15g
- Curry paste 30g
- Basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze 1 tsp
- Tikka paste 30g
- Cauliflower 300g
- Mint 1 tsp
- Rye crackers 3
- Quinoa 80g dry
- Dill 1 tsp
- Mixed leaves 60g
- Vegetable stock 200ml
- Mustard 1 tsp
- Pak choi 150g
- Soy sauce 1 tbsp
- Lime juice
- Apple 1
- Walnuts 20g
- Olive oil 1 tbsp
- Garlic 3 cloves
- Paprika 1 tsp
- Dark chocolate 70% 30g
- Almonds 20g
- Reduced-sugar baked beans 200g
- Rosemary 1 tsp
- Cheddar reduced-fat 30g
Swaps & Suggestions
💰 Make it cheaper
- Replace fresh salmon with tinned mackerel or sardines in brine (saves ~£2–3/week)
- Buy store-brand rolled oats, rice, and pasta — nutritionally identical to branded
- Use frozen chicken breast instead of fresh (saves ~£1.50/week, same protein)
- Swap fresh berries for frozen mixed berries (same nutrients, fraction of the cost)
- Buy pulses (lentils, chickpeas, black beans) dried and cook in bulk
💪 Increase protein
- Add a scoop of unflavoured whey or plant protein to porridge or smoothies
- Replace rice or pasta with extra protein (an additional chicken breast or 2 boiled eggs)
- Use Skyr or Quark instead of standard yogurt (roughly 2× the protein)
- Add a hard-boiled egg as an afternoon snack on rest days
- Swap rice cakes or crackers for a protein bar (aim for 20g+ protein, under 200 kcal)
🥦 Make it vegetarian
- Replace chicken with Quorn fillets or diced firm tofu
- Swap beef mince for tinned green lentils or plant-based mince
- Use halloumi or feta instead of meat in lunch salads
- Substitute eggs or cottage cheese for fish-based meals
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this budget fat loss plan cost per week?
This plan is designed for Aldi and typically costs £20–30 per week for one person, depending on what you already have at home. Buying in bulk, choosing own-brand items, and batch cooking can reduce the cost further.
How much protein does this plan provide per day?
Protein is balanced across the week. Most days provide 100–130g, which meets general UK dietary guidelines for active adults.
Can I swap meals I don't like?
Yes. Use the AI edit button on any meal to swap it out. Common requests include swapping chicken for turkey, replacing salmon with tinned tuna, or making a day vegetarian. The shopping list updates automatically.
Is this plan suitable for meal prep?
Yes — this plan is specifically designed for batch cooking. Prep everything on Sunday in 60–90 minutes and portion into containers for the week ahead.
Is this plan suitable for beginners?
Yes. The meals use widely available ingredients and straightforward cooking methods. No specialist equipment or culinary experience is needed.