High-protein meat-free eating. This 7-day plan targets 1,800 kcal/day and averages 124g of protein, built around Asda's Just Essentials (formerly Smartprice) for roughly £30–40/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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Your 7-Day Meal Plan
Monday
1803 kcal per person115g protein · 186g carbs per person
Breakfast287 kcal · 24g protein · 36g carbs · 5 min
High-Protein Yogurt with Homemade Granola
Made with skyr, low-sugar granola, frozen berries. Ready in 5 min — 287 kcal, 24g protein, 36g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
175g skyr
40g low-sugar granola
70g frozen berries
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Milk. Check the label for: Tree nuts, Peanuts, Sesame, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
Put skyr and low-sugar granola in a bowl.
Top with frozen berries.
Eat straight away, or cover and chill for later the same day.
Lunch668 kcal · 36g protein · 70g carbs · 20 min
Baked Tofu and Tahini Buddha Bowl
Made with firm tofu, brown rice, roasted mixed veg. Ready in 20 min — 668 kcal, 36g protein, 70g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
150g firm tofu
70g brown rice (dry weight)
125g roasted mixed veg
1 tbsp plus 1 tsp tahini
lemon juice, to taste
1 tsp sesame seeds
Allergens in this meal: Sesame, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
Cook the rice according to its packet instructions, then drain and cool slightly.
heat the oven to 200C/180C fan. Bake the tofu for 12-18 minutes, Until cooked through and it flakes or slices easily. Rest briefly before slicing if needed.
Arrange firm tofu, brown rice (dry weight), roasted mixed veg, lemon juice, to taste and sesame seeds in a bowl and finish with tahini.
Dinner567 kcal · 37g protein · 38g carbs · 12 min
Three-Egg Omelette with Feta and Vegetables
Made with eggs, reduced-fat feta, spinach. Ready in 12 min — 567 kcal, 37g protein, 38g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
3 eggs
50g reduced-fat feta
2 generous handfuls spinach (about 50g)
7 cherry tomatoes
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp mixed herbs
1 wholemeal roll
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Eggs, Milk. Check the label for: Sesame, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
Slice or chop spinach and cherry tomatoes, then cook them in a non-stick pan over medium heat until softened.
Beat the eggs in a bowl and season lightly, then pour over the pan and cook over medium heat until just set, folding it over to serve.
Season to taste and serve with reduced-fat feta, olive oil, mixed herbs and wholemeal roll.
Snack281 kcal · 18g protein · 42g carbs · 5 min
Mini Protein Overnight Oats
Made with rolled oats, skyr, semi-skimmed milk. Ready in 5 min — 281 kcal, 18g protein, 42g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
40g rolled oats
90g skyr
90ml semi-skimmed milk
1 banana
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
Stir rolled oats and semi-skimmed milk together in a lidded jar or container.
Stir well, cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Stir again before eating, then add skyr and banana. Loosen with a splash of semi-skimmed milk if needed.
Estimated cost: £30–40/week for 1 person from Asda. Calories and macros stay shown per person; ingredients and shopping quantities are scaled for the household.
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Plan Details And Assumptions
Asda Shopping Evidence Notes
These basket notes explain why this plan is shaped around certain ingredients and swaps before you open the shopping list.
Best for larger weekly shops, family-style staples, freezer options and value packs that can be portioned.
Works well for 1800-2500 kcal plans where bigger carbohydrate and protein portions are needed.
Check multipacks and frozen ranges before buying many single fresh items.
Why This Exact Plan Exists
This page is not only a title-and-macros variant. The calorie target, supermarket, diet type, budget and prep style all change the meals, shopping-list assumptions and swaps.
What this plan is for
An Asda high protein vegetarian plan at 1,800 calories is useful when someone wants a printable week before shopping, not just a generic diet article.
Shopping Logic
The list favours repeatable UK supermarket staples, grouped by protein, carbs, vegetables, dairy and extras so the basket can be checked before buying.
Practical Swaps
The swap section keeps the page usable if a product is out of stock, too expensive, or not right for the reader's diet.
Decision
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Why it matters
Calorie target
Built around roughly 1,800 kcal per day
Moderate targets balance breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks without extreme restriction.
Supermarket
Asda
Asda pages balance budget staples with broader family-friendly ranges and frozen options.
Budget
£30–40/week estimate
Budget plans keep variety while still prioritising own-brand and batch-friendly ingredients.
Prep style
Standard (20–30 min/day)
Standard-prep plans balance variety, fresh meals and realistic weekday cooking.
Typically the cheapest of the big four on a like-for-like basket, with a genuinely low economy tier.
Value rangeJust Essentials (formerly Smartprice)
Loyalty pricingAsda Rewards (cashback to a wallet rather than instant discounts)
What Asda is good for here
Just Essentials is usually the lowest-priced option in its category, which suits very cheap weeks.
Good value on rice, pasta, oats and tinned pulses — the backbone of a budget prep plan.
Worth knowing before you shop
Just Essentials lines sell out quickly and availability is inconsistent.
Rewards pays into a wallet rather than reducing the shop at the till, so it will not lower this week's bill.
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 Asda's Just Essentials (formerly Smartprice) range for rice, pasta, oats and tins — nutritionally identical to standard lines, at the lowest price point in store
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 Asda and typically costs £30–40 per week for one person, depending on what you already have at home. Asda Rewards (cashback to a wallet rather than instant discounts) can reduce this further.
How much protein does this plan provide per day?
This plan averages 124g 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 Asda 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 Asda.
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