High-Protein Vegetarian Meal Plan — 1,800 kcal

High-protein meat-free eating. This 7-day plan targets 1,800 kcal/day and averages 118g of protein, built from ingredients stocked at any major UK supermarket for an estimated £35–65/week. Meals lean on lower-fat vegetarian protein — egg whites, low-fat dairy, tofu and pulses — so each meal carries more protein for the calories it costs, leaving room to hit the day's target without relying on volume alone.

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Plan summary

1 person
SupermarketGeneric UK supermarket
GoalHigh Protein Vegetarian
Weekly cost£35–65/week estimate
Daily average across the 7 days
1,802 kcal118g protein226g carbs49g fat41g fibre

Individual days vary around these figures.

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Your 7-Day Meal Plan

Monday

1800 kcal per person118g protein · 241g carbs per person
Breakfast381 kcal · 26g protein · 42g carbs · 3 min

Skyr with Walnuts, Honey and Banana

Made with skyr, walnuts, banana.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • 200g skyr
  • 20g walnuts
  • 1 banana
  • 1 tsp honey

Allergens in this meal: Milk, Tree nuts. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.

Method
  1. Slice or portion banana as needed.
  2. Combine skyr, walnuts, banana and honey in a bowl or lidded container.
Lunch516 kcal · 32g protein · 86g carbs · 15 min

Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Soup

Made with green lentils, courgette, red pepper.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • 100g green lentils
  • 1 courgette
  • 1 red pepper
  • 1 onion
  • 500ml vegetable stock
  • 1 tsp cumin

Check the label for: Celery, Cereals containing gluten, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.

Method
  1. Peel and chop onion, courgette and red pepper into even pieces.
  2. Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) and roast courgette and red pepper for 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelised at the edges. Meanwhile soften onion in a large pan over medium heat.
  3. Stir in vegetable stock and cumin, then add green lentils and simmer gently until tender and thickened.
  4. Taste, season and portion for serving.
Dinner748 kcal · 45g protein · 95g carbs · 20 min

Teriyaki Tofu with Brown Rice and Broccoli

Made with firm tofu, brown rice, broccoli.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • 200g firm tofu
  • 90g brown rice (dry weight)
  • ¾ small head of broccoli (about 200g)
  • 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 2 spring onions

Allergens in this meal: Sesame, Soybeans. Check the label for: Cereals containing gluten. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.

Method
  1. Cook the rice according to its packet instructions, then drain if needed.
  2. Meanwhile, cook the tofu in a non-stick pan over medium heat, stirring, until browned and hot through. Add a small head of broccoli and spring onions and cook until tender.
  3. Fold the cooked rice through the pan, stir in teriyaki sauce, and heat through before serving with sesame seeds scattered over.
Snack155 kcal · 15g protein · 18g carbs · 5 min

Frozen Greek Yogurt and Berry Bark

Made with low-fat greek yogurt, frozen berries, honey.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • 150g low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 60g frozen berries
  • 1 tsp honey

Allergens in this meal: Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.

Method
  1. Line a tray or shallow container with baking paper.
  2. Spread the low-fat Greek yogurt over the paper in an even layer about 1cm thick.
  3. Scatter frozen berries and honey over the top and press them in lightly.
  4. Freeze flat for at least 3-4 hours, until solid.
  5. Break into shards and serve straight from the freezer. Keep any leftovers frozen.

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Estimated cost: £35–65/week for 1 person from Generic UK supermarket. Calories and macros remain per person, while shopping quantities are scaled for the household.

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The One Tool This Plan Assumes

The protein and calorie figures on this plan are calculated from weighed portions. Estimating by eye is where most high-protein plans quietly drift, so a set of digital scales is the difference between following this plan and approximating it. Any scale works — this is simply a cheap, accurate one.

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Kitchen scaleBudget

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A slim, add-and-weigh digital scale with a 3kg capacity, useful for portioning rice, protein and vegetables precisely rather than guessing by eye.

Best forWeighing portions accurately for calorie or macro tracking

Good to knowNo liquid measurement mode; for sauces and liquids, a scale with an Aquatronic function is more useful.

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Plan Details and Assumptions

Generic UK Supermarket Shopping Evidence Notes

These basket notes explain why this plan is shaped around certain ingredients and swaps before you open the shopping list.

  • Use common UK staples first: oats, rice, potatoes, pasta, eggs, tins, frozen vegetables, yogurt and lean protein.
  • Keep branded products optional so the plan still works at Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Iceland, Waitrose, Ocado, M&S or Co-op.
  • Check cupboard items before shopping because sauces, oil, spices, oats and rice are often already at home.

The Assumptions Behind This Plan

Every plan is built on four decisions. If one of them does not match your week, that is the part to change - the swaps below cover the common cases.

DecisionThis plan usesWhy it matters
Calorie targetBuilt around roughly 1,800 kcal per dayModerate targets balance breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks without extreme restriction.
SupermarketGeneric UK supermarketGeneric UK pages use widely available supermarket ingredients and average-price assumptions.
Budget£35–65/week estimateBudget plans keep variety while still prioritising own-brand and batch-friendly ingredients.
Prep styleStandard (20–30 min/day)Standard-prep plans balance variety, fresh meals and realistic weekday cooking.

Shopping This Plan At Generic UK supermarket

Built from ingredients stocked by every major UK supermarket, using average UK pricing rather than one retailer.

Value rangeOwn-brand equivalents at any major retailer

What Generic UK supermarket is good for here

  • Ingredients are chosen from staples that most UK supermarkets carry, so the plan should work wherever you shop, though ranges still vary by store.
  • Easy to swap to a specific retailer later without changing the meals.
  • Costs reflect a mid-market average rather than the cheapest or priciest store.

Worth knowing before you shop

  • Shopping entirely at a discounter will usually come in below the estimate; a premium store above it.
  • No loyalty-scheme pricing is assumed.

Retailer details checked 2026-07-20. Ranges and loyalty schemes change — the weekly cost estimate above is based on the plan's budget tier, not on live prices at this store.

Swaps & Suggestions

💰 Make it cheaper

  • Buy own-brand rolled oats, rice, pasta and tins — nutritionally identical to branded, at any supermarket
  • Buy dried pulses (lentils, chickpeas, black beans) and cook in bulk rather than tinned — cheaper per portion
  • Swap fresh berries for frozen mixed berries (same nutrients, fraction of the cost)
  • Add a couple of eggs or a portion of cottage cheese as a whole-food protein top-up
  • Use 0% fat Greek yogurt or quark in place of standard yogurt — same volume, far more protein

💪 Increase protein

  • Add extra egg whites (3–4) to a breakfast instead of whole eggs — protein without the extra fat
  • Use 0% fat Greek yogurt or quark instead of standard yogurt for the same volume, far more protein
  • Add a couple of eggs or a portion of cottage cheese as a whole-food protein top-up

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this high protein vegetarian plan cost per week?

This plan is designed for a generic UK supermarket and is estimated at £35–65 per week for one person at typical UK prices, depending on what you already have at home. Buying in bulk and choosing own-brand items can reduce this further.

How much protein does this plan provide per day?

This plan averages 118g of protein per day across the week, based on the meals actually selected — in line with general UK guidance of roughly 0.8–1.6g per kg of bodyweight for active adults.

How is this different from a generic high protein vegetarian plan?

Plenty of high protein vegetarian plans share the same 1,800 kcal target — the difference here is that the meal selection is biased toward lower-fat protein sources rather than just hitting a protein number however it can.

Can I print this high protein vegetarian meal plan or save it as a PDF?

Yes. Use the export / print PDF button on the plan page. The printable version summarises all 7 days at 1,800 kcal/day, the generic UK supermarket shopping list, and your chosen household portion sizes.

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 vegetarian eaters?

Yes. Every meal in this plan is vegetarian, using ingredients readily available from a generic UK supermarket.

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