Aldi Simple Gym Gym Beginner Plan — 1,800 kcal
Free 7-day gym beginner 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 Oat Smoothie
Made with banana, rolled oats, oat milk. Ready in 5 min — 310 kcal, 10g protein.
Vegetable Frittata Slice with Green Salad
Made with eggs, courgette, red pepper. Ready in 20 min — 360 kcal, 24g protein.
Tuna and Sweet Potato Fishcakes with Salad
Made with tinned tuna, sweet potato, spring onion. Ready in 30 min — 460 kcal, 36g protein.
Mixed Nuts and Dried Fruit
Made with mixed nuts, raisins. Ready in 1 min — 280 kcal, 8g protein.
Weekly Shopping List
Estimated cost: £30–40/week for one person from Aldi.
Protein
- Eggs 3
- Tinned tuna 145g
- Egg 1
- Salmon fillet 150g
- Chicken breast 200g
- Green lentils tinned 200g
- King prawns 200g
- Smoked salmon 80g
- Lean beef strips 160g
- Turkey mince lean 200g
- Pork tenderloin 200g
Carbs & Grains
- Rolled oats 50g
- Brown rice 80g dry
- Wholemeal pitta 1
- Wholewheat noodles 90g dry
Vegetables
- Courgette 1
- Red pepper 1
- Onion half
- Sweet potato 200g mashed
- Spring onion 2
- Baby spinach 60g
- Cucumber 50g
- Pea protein powder 30g
- Spinach 30g
- Tomato 1
- Celery sticks 4
- Mushrooms 200g
- Carrot 2
- Romaine lettuce leaves 4
Dairy & Eggs
- Oat milk 250ml
- Peanut butter 1 tsp
- Coconut milk light 200ml
- Low-fat yogurt 80g
- Almond butter 1 tbsp
- Halloumi 100g
Extras & Condiments
- Banana 1
- Olive oil 1 tsp
- Mixed leaves 60g
- Lemon dressing 15g
- Raisins 20g
- Quinoa 80g dry
- Pumpkin seeds 10g
- Curry paste 30g
- Falafel 4 baked
- Hummus 40g
- Tikka paste 30g
- Cauliflower 300g
- Mint 1 tsp
- Balsamic glaze 1 tsp
- Vegetable stock 200ml
- Pak choi 150g
- Soy sauce 1 tbsp
- Lime juice
- Garlic 3 cloves
- Paprika 1 tsp
- Honey 1 tbsp
- Chia seeds 1 tsp
- Ginger 1 tsp
- Apple 1
- Rosemary 1 tsp
- Frozen mixed berries 80g
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 gym beginner plan cost per week?
This plan is designed for Aldi and typically costs £30–40 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?
This is a high-protein plan. Most days target 140–180g of protein, which supports muscle retention during a calorie deficit and helps manage hunger.
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?
Most recipes in this plan scale well and reheat easily. Soups, stews, and grain dishes are ideal for making in larger batches to save time midweek.
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.