Batch Cook High Protein Vegetarian Plan — 2,000 kcal

Free 7-day Vegetarian high protein vegetarian meal plan for UK. Targets ~2000 kcal/day with a full shopping list, macro breakdown, and AI meal swaps — no sign-up needed.

SupermarketAny UK supermarket
Calorie target~2000 kcal/day
Weekly budget£30–40
Prep difficultyBatch cook (prep on Sunday)
Best forHigh-protein meat-free eating
DietVegetarian

Estimated daily macros

Protein
130g
Carbs
200g
Fats
60g
Fibre
35g

Your 7-Day Meal Plan

Monday

1580 kcal88g protein
Breakfast320 kcal · 10g protein · 3 min

Bran Flakes with Semi-Skimmed Milk and Berries

Made with bran flakes, semi-skimmed milk, frozen mixed berries. Ready in 3 min — 320 kcal, 10g protein.

Lunch410 kcal · 24g protein · 15 min

Tofu and Noodle Stir-Fry with Soy

Made with firm tofu, wholewheat noodles, broccoli. Ready in 15 min — 410 kcal, 24g protein.

Dinner520 kcal · 26g protein · 20 min

Spinach and Ricotta Wholemeal Pasta

Made with ricotta, wholemeal pasta, baby spinach. Ready in 20 min — 520 kcal, 26g protein.

Snack130 kcal · 18g protein · 3 min

Cottage Cheese with Cucumber

Made with cottage cheese, cucumber half. Ready in 3 min — 130 kcal, 18g protein.

Snack200 kcal · 10g protein · 5 min

Roasted Spiced Chickpeas

Made with tinned chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin. Ready in 5 min — 200 kcal, 10g protein.

Weekly Shopping List

Estimated cost: £30–40/week for one person from Any UK supermarket.

Protein

  • Firm tofu 180g
  • Tinned chickpeas 200g
  • Eggs 2
  • Green lentils 100g cooked

Carbs & Grains

  • Wholewheat noodles 80g dry
  • Wholemeal pasta 90g dry
  • Brown rice 80g dry
  • Rice cakes 2
  • Low-sugar granola 30g
  • Sourdough bread 2 slices
  • Oatcakes 4

Vegetables

  • Broccoli 100g
  • Baby spinach 150g
  • Cucumber half
  • Courgette 1 roasted
  • Red pepper 1 roasted
  • Cherry tomatoes 8
  • Onion 1
  • Celery sticks 4
  • Spinach 30g
  • Carrot 1
  • Pea protein powder 30g
  • Spring onion 3
  • Peanuts 20g
  • Mushrooms 150g
  • Tomato 1

Dairy & Eggs

  • Semi-skimmed milk 200ml
  • Ricotta 100g
  • Cottage cheese 150g
  • Peanut butter 2 tbsp
  • Low-fat Greek yogurt 150g
  • Oat milk 250ml
  • Halloumi 80g

Extras & Condiments

  • Bran Flakes 45g
  • Frozen mixed berries 80g
  • Honey 1 tsp
  • Soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Ginger 1 tsp
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Parmesan 15g
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp
  • Smoked paprika 1 tsp
  • Cumin 0.5 tsp
  • Mixed herbs 1 tsp
  • Chilli powder 1 tsp
  • Hummus 80g
  • Curry paste 30g
  • Banana 1
  • Vegetable stock 500ml
  • Reduced-fat feta 60g
  • Pomegranate seeds 30g
  • Lemon dressing 15g
  • Beansprouts 100g
  • Tamari 2 tbsp
  • Lime juice
  • Pumpkin seeds 30g
  • Dark chocolate chips 15g
  • Parsley pinch
  • Light mayo 20g
  • Watercress 30g
  • Mustard 1 tsp
  • Sesame oil 1 tsp
  • Falafel 4 baked
  • Garam masala 2 tsp
  • Almonds 25g
  • Dried cranberries 20g
  • Walnuts 25g

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

This plan is designed for any UK supermarket 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?

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 vegetarian eaters?

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