Asda Training Day Weekly Muscle Gain Plan — 2,500 kcal

Free printable UK muscle gain meal plan for Asda: 7 days at ~2,500 kcal/day, £30–40/week estimate, macros and shopping list.

SupermarketAsda
Calorie target~2500 kcal/day
Weekly budget£30–40
Prep difficultyStandard (20–30 min/day)
Best forBuilding muscle with a calorie surplus
DietAll diets

Estimated daily macros

Protein
100g
Carbs
220g
Fats
65g
Fibre
42g

Plan Quick Facts

Best forBuilding muscle with a calorie surplus
Calories~2500 kcal/day
Budget£30–40/week estimate
Prep styleStandard (20–30 min/day)
Includes7 days, recipes, macros, PDF export and shopping list
DietAll diets

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7-day meal plan

Weekly shopping list

Your 7-Day Meal Plan

Monday

2500 kcal157g protein
Breakfast450 kcal · 34g protein · 12 min

Tofu Scramble with Peppers

Made with firm tofu, mixed peppers, turmeric. Ready in 12 min — 450 kcal, 34g protein.

Recipe
  1. Prepare the ingredients: Firm tofu 310g, Mixed peppers 155g, Turmeric 0.75 tsp, Cumin 0.75 tsp, Olive oil 1.5 tsp.
  2. Cook the eggs in a non-stick pan over medium heat, stirring or folding gently.
  3. Serve with the listed bread, vegetables, or toppings.
Lunch761 kcal · 47g protein · 20 min

Green Lentil and Halloumi Bowl

Made with green lentils, halloumi, cucumber. Ready in 20 min — 761 kcal, 47g protein.

Recipe
  1. Wash and chop the salad or vegetable ingredients: Green lentils 155g cooked, Halloumi 125g, Cucumber 95g, Pomegranate seeds 45g, Lemon dressing 25g.
  2. Cook or warm any protein or grains listed, then let them cool slightly.
  3. Combine everything in a bowl, season, and pack dressing separately if meal prepping.
Dinner730 kcal · 56g protein · 20 min

Thai-Style Prawn and Noodle Stir-Fry

Made with king prawns, wholewheat noodles, pak choi. Ready in 20 min — 730 kcal, 56g protein.

Recipe
  1. Cook the pasta, rice, or noodles according to the packet instructions.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare the remaining ingredients: King prawns 310g, Wholewheat noodles 140g dry, Pak choi 235g, Sweet chilli sauce 30g, Soy sauce 1.5 tbsp, Lime juice.
  3. Combine in a pan or bowl, heat through, season, and portion into containers if needed.
Snack342 kcal · 8g protein · 1 min

Walnuts and Dried Blueberries

Made with walnuts, dried blueberries. Ready in 1 min — 342 kcal, 8g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Walnuts 40g, Dried blueberries 30g.
  2. Drain, slice, or portion anything that needs preparing.
  3. Assemble in a bowl or container, season, and eat cold or microwave until hot if preferred.
Snack217 kcal · 12g protein · 5 min

Tzatziki with Vegetable Dippers

Made with low-fat greek yogurt, cucumber half grated, garlic clove. Ready in 5 min — 217 kcal, 12g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Low-fat Greek yogurt 155g, Cucumber half grated, Garlic clove 3/4, Carrot 2, Celery sticks 3, Dill 1.5 tsp.
  2. Drain, slice, or portion anything that needs preparing.
  3. Assemble in a bowl or container, season, and eat cold or microwave until hot if preferred.

Weekly Shopping List

Estimated cost: £30–40/week for one person from Asda.

Protein

  • Firm tofu 310g
  • Green lentils 155g cooked
  • King prawns 310g
  • Tinned tuna in spring water 205g
  • Turkey mince lean 280g
  • Chicken breast 220g
  • Pork tenderloin 290g
  • Turkey breast slices 120g
  • Eggs 2
  • Pork loin 300g
  • Smoked mackerel fillet 110g
  • Green lentils 140g dry
  • Cod fillet 280g
  • Tinned chickpeas 280g

Carbs & Grains

  • Wholewheat noodles 140g dry
  • Brown rice 115g dry
  • Rice cakes 3
  • Wholemeal tortilla 1
  • Oatcakes 6
  • Wholemeal pasta 145g dry
  • New potatoes 225g
  • Wholemeal bread 3 slices
  • Baking potato 280g
  • Rolled oats 55g

Vegetables

  • Mixed peppers 155g
  • Cucumber 95g
  • Cucumber half grated
  • Carrot 2
  • Celery sticks 3
  • Edamame beans 115g
  • Spring onion 3
  • Sweet potato 350g
  • Tinned tomatoes 575g
  • Onion 1
  • Spinach 140g
  • Romaine lettuce 90g
  • Baby spinach 90g
  • Sweetcorn 145g
  • Cherry tomatoes 12
  • Parsnip 225g
  • Cucumber slices 6

Dairy & Eggs

  • Halloumi 125g
  • Low-fat Greek yogurt 155g
  • Peanut butter 1.5 tbsp
  • Light cream cheese 45g
  • Butter 7g
  • Ricotta 140g
  • Semi-skimmed milk 420ml
  • Skyr 140g

Extras & Condiments

  • Turmeric 0.75 tsp
  • Cumin 0.75 tsp
  • Olive oil 1.5 tsp
  • Pomegranate seeds 45g
  • Lemon dressing 25g
  • Pak choi 235g
  • Sweet chilli sauce 30g
  • Soy sauce 1.5 tbsp
  • Lime juice
  • Walnuts 40g
  • Dried blueberries 30g
  • Garlic clove 3/4
  • Dill 1.5 tsp
  • Sesame oil 1.5 tsp
  • Garlic 4 cloves
  • Paprika 1.5 tsp
  • Banana 1
  • Almonds 30g
  • Light Caesar dressing 30g
  • Parmesan 15g
  • Apple 1
  • Rosemary 1.5 tsp
  • Reduced-fat cheddar 60g
  • Rye crackers 6
  • Mustard 1.5 tsp
  • Garlic powder 1.5 tsp
  • Cheddar reduced-fat 45g
  • Green beans 120g
  • Olives 15
  • Lemon juice 1.5 tsp
  • Tahini 30g
  • Whey protein powder 40g
  • Parsley fresh
  • Banana 3/4

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 muscle gain 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. 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.

Can I print this muscle gain meal plan or save it as a PDF?

Yes. Use the export / print PDF button on the plan page. The printable version summarises the full 7-day meal plan and includes the weekly shopping list.

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.

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