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Asda Clean Bulk Muscle Gain Plan — 3,500 kcal
Muscle building, at a higher daily calorie target. This 7-day plan targets 3,500 kcal/day and averages 257g of protein, built around Asda's Just Essentials (formerly Smartprice) for roughly £40–55/week. Meals lean on lower-fat protein — chicken breast, white fish, egg whites, low-fat dairy — so each meal carries more protein for the calories it costs, leaving room to hit the day's target without relying on volume alone.
Your week at a glance
1 personPlan summary
SupermarketAsda
GoalMuscle Gain
Weekly cost£40–55 estimate
Daily average across the 7 days
3,495 kcal257g protein364g carbs118g fat56g fibre
Individual days vary around these figures.
Adjust Household PortionsCurrently 1 person · 1 cook portions
Your 7-Day Meal Plan
Monday
3500 kcal per person215g protein · 321g carbs per person
Breakfast348 kcal · 34g protein · 39g carbs · 3 min
Greek Yogurt with Mixed Berries
Made with low-fat greek yogurt, frozen mixed berries, honey. Ready in 3 min — 348 kcal, 34g protein, 39g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 325g low-fat Greek yogurt
- 175g frozen mixed berries
- 1¾ tsp honey
Allergens in this meal: Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Put low-fat Greek yogurt in a bowl.
- Top with frozen mixed berries and honey.
- Eat straight away, or cover and chill for later the same day.
Lunch665 kcal · 45g protein · 38g carbs · 20 min
Vegetable Frittata Slice with Green Salad
Made with eggs, courgette, red pepper. Ready in 20 min — 665 kcal, 45g protein, 38g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 5 eggs
- 2 courgettes
- 2 red peppers
- ¾ onion
- 1¾ tsp olive oil
- 3 generous handfuls mixed leaves (about 100g)
Allergens in this meal: Eggs. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Slice or chop courgettes, red peppers, onion and mixed leaves, 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, finishing under a hot grill until the top is firm.
- Season to taste and serve with olive oil.
Dinner1139 kcal · 53g protein · 111g carbs · 20 min
Spinach and Ricotta Wholemeal Pasta
Made with ricotta, wholemeal pasta, baby spinach. Ready in 20 min — 1139 kcal, 53g protein, 111g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 175g ricotta
- 150g wholemeal pasta (dry weight)
- 250g baby spinach
- 3 garlic cloves
- 30g parmesan
- 1¾ tbsp olive oil
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Milk. Check the label for: Eggs. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Cook the pasta according to its packet instructions, then drain if needed.
- Meanwhile, prepare ricotta, baby spinach, garlic, parmesan and olive oil and warm everything gently in a pan.
- Fold the cooked pasta through the pan, stir in parmesan and olive oil, and heat through before serving.
Snack238 kcal · 26g protein · 23g carbs · 2 min
Low-Fat Greek Yogurt with Berries
Made with low-fat greek yogurt, frozen mixed berries. Ready in 2 min — 238 kcal, 26g protein, 23g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 250g low-fat Greek yogurt
- 125g frozen mixed berries
Allergens in this meal: Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Put low-fat Greek yogurt in a bowl.
- Top with frozen mixed berries.
- Eat straight away, or cover and chill for later the same day.
Snack217 kcal · 20g protein · 27g carbs · 5 min
Tzatziki with Vegetable Dippers
Made with low-fat greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic clove. Ready in 5 min — 217 kcal, 20g protein, 27g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 175g low-fat Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 carrot
- 3 celery sticks
- 1¾ tsp dill
Allergens in this meal: Celery, Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Slice or portion grated cucumber, garlic clove, carrot, celery sticks and dill as needed.
- Combine grated cucumber, garlic clove, carrot, celery sticks and dill in a bowl or lidded container, adding low-fat Greek yogurt just before eating.
Snack548 kcal · 28g protein · 54g carbs · 3 min
Reduced-Fat Cheddar on Oatcakes
Made with reduced-fat cheddar, oatcakes. Ready in 3 min — 548 kcal, 28g protein, 54g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 70g reduced-fat cheddar
- 7 oatcakes
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Top oatcakes with reduced-fat cheddar and serve.
Snack345 kcal · 9g protein · 29g carbs · 1 min
Almonds and Dried Cranberries
Made with almonds, dried cranberries. Ready in 1 min — 345 kcal, 9g protein, 29g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 40g almonds
- 30g dried cranberries
Allergens in this meal: Tree nuts. Check the label for: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Combine almonds and dried cranberries in a bowl or lidded container.
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Estimated cost: £40–55/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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- Last checked
- 13 July 2026
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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.
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 | This plan uses | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Calorie target | Built around roughly 3,500 kcal per day | High-calorie days need snacks and carbohydrate portions rather than one oversized dinner. |
| Supermarket | Asda | Asda pages balance budget staples with broader family-friendly ranges and frozen options. |
| Budget | £40–55/week estimate | Moderate plans allow more convenience items and variety without becoming premium-only. |
| Prep style | Standard (20–30 min/day) | Standard-prep plans balance variety, fresh meals and realistic weekday cooking. |
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Asda Clean Bulk Muscle Gain Plan — 3,500 kcal
A 7-day UK meal plan summary for saving as a PDF or printing, including every meal, daily macros and the weekly shopping list.
7-day meal plan
Monday
3500 kcal - 215g protein, 321g carbs, 156g fat, 56g fibre- Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Mixed Berries (348 kcal, 34g protein, 39g carbs, 7g fat, 4g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Vegetable Frittata Slice with Green Salad (665 kcal, 45g protein, 38g carbs, 37g fat, 11g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Spinach and Ricotta Wholemeal Pasta (1139 kcal, 53g protein, 111g carbs, 53g fat, 18g fibre per person)
- Snack: Low-Fat Greek Yogurt with Berries (238 kcal, 26g protein, 23g carbs, 5g fat, 3g fibre per person)
- Snack: Tzatziki with Vegetable Dippers (217 kcal, 20g protein, 27g carbs, 4g fat, 8g fibre per person)
- Snack: Reduced-Fat Cheddar on Oatcakes (548 kcal, 28g protein, 54g carbs, 29g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Snack: Almonds and Dried Cranberries (345 kcal, 9g protein, 29g carbs, 21g fat, 5g fibre per person)
Tuesday
3501 kcal - 268g protein, 380g carbs, 114g fat, 50g fibre- Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Mixed Berries (395 kcal, 39g protein, 45g carbs, 8g fat, 5g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Hummus and Roasted Vegetable Pitta (754 kcal, 34g protein, 127g carbs, 18g fat, 23g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Miso Glazed Salmon with Soba Noodles (1392 kcal, 103g protein, 136g carbs, 56g fat, 12g fibre per person)
- Snack: Skyr High-Protein Yogurt (177 kcal, 31g protein, 11g carbs, 1g fat, 0g fibre per person)
- Snack: Low-Fat Greek Yogurt with Berries (270 kcal, 29g protein, 26g carbs, 6g fat, 4g fibre per person)
- Snack: Lean Beef Jerky (308 kcal, 25g protein, 26g carbs, 8g fat, 1g fibre per person)
- Snack: Almond Butter with Celery Sticks (205 kcal, 7g protein, 9g carbs, 17g fat, 5g fibre per person)
Wednesday
3486 kcal - 291g protein, 359g carbs, 107g fat, 49g fibre- Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Mixed Berries (322 kcal, 32g protein, 36g carbs, 7g fat, 4g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Tuna Niçoise Salad (711 kcal, 78g protein, 57g carbs, 21g fat, 11g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Chicken Stir-Fry with Wholewheat Noodles (981 kcal, 89g protein, 121g carbs, 18g fat, 12g fibre per person)
- Snack: Lean Beef Jerky (250 kcal, 20g protein, 21g carbs, 7g fat, 1g fibre per person)
- Snack: Reduced-Fat Cheddar on Oatcakes (506 kcal, 25g protein, 49g carbs, 27g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Snack: Mixed Nuts and Dried Fruit (369 kcal, 10g protein, 30g carbs, 25g fat, 5g fibre per person)
- Snack: Tuna on Rye Crackers (347 kcal, 37g protein, 45g carbs, 2g fat, 9g fibre per person)
Thursday
3504 kcal - 253g protein, 325g carbs, 127g fat, 52g fibre- Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Mixed Berries (256 kcal, 25g protein, 29g carbs, 5g fat, 3g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Chicken and Wholemeal Pasta with Pesto (766 kcal, 64g protein, 70g carbs, 22g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Tofu and Vegetable Curry with Brown Rice (1267 kcal, 64g protein, 128g carbs, 56g fat, 18g fibre per person)
- Snack: Frozen Edamame Beans with Sea Salt (221 kcal, 20g protein, 16g carbs, 10g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Snack: Lean Beef Jerky (201 kcal, 16g protein, 17g carbs, 5g fat, 1g fibre per person)
- Snack: No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Protein Balls (552 kcal, 19g protein, 65g carbs, 24g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Snack: Sliced Cooked Chicken Breast (241 kcal, 45g protein, 0g carbs, 5g fat, 0g fibre per person)
Friday
3502 kcal - 294g protein, 365g carbs, 104g fat, 63g fibre- Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Mixed Berries (340 kcal, 34g protein, 38g carbs, 7g fat, 4g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Hummus and Roasted Vegetable Pitta (595 kcal, 27g protein, 98g carbs, 15g fat, 18g fibre per person)
- Dinner: King Prawn and Cherry Tomato Wholemeal Pasta (1009 kcal, 82g protein, 111g carbs, 29g fat, 16g fibre per person)
- Snack: Sliced Cooked Chicken Breast (320 kcal, 60g protein, 0g carbs, 7g fat, 0g fibre per person)
- Snack: Tuna on Rye Crackers (372 kcal, 39g protein, 49g carbs, 2g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Snack: Sardines on Rye Crackers (477 kcal, 36g protein, 48g carbs, 14g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Snack: Pumpkin Seeds with Dark Chocolate Chips (389 kcal, 16g protein, 21g carbs, 30g fat, 5g fibre per person)
Saturday
3496 kcal - 273g protein, 405g carbs, 95g fat, 66g fibre- Breakfast: Banana and Date Smoothie Bowl with Seeds (761 kcal, 16g protein, 151g carbs, 16g fat, 17g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Tuna Niçoise Salad (630 kcal, 69g protein, 51g carbs, 18g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Chicken and Vegetable Broth with Bread (702 kcal, 70g protein, 80g carbs, 10g fat, 13g fibre per person)
- Snack: Mixed Nuts and Dried Fruit (327 kcal, 9g protein, 26g carbs, 23g fat, 4g fibre per person)
- Snack: Sliced Cooked Chicken Breast (272 kcal, 51g protein, 0g carbs, 6g fat, 0g fibre per person)
- Snack: Pea Protein Green Smoothie (402 kcal, 36g protein, 46g carbs, 8g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Snack: Roasted Spiced Chickpeas (402 kcal, 22g protein, 51g carbs, 14g fat, 15g fibre per person)
Sunday
3478 kcal - 206g protein, 392g carbs, 125g fat, 53g fibre- Breakfast: Banana and Date Smoothie Bowl with Seeds (642 kcal, 14g protein, 125g carbs, 14g fat, 14g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Chicken and Wholemeal Pasta with Pesto (752 kcal, 62g protein, 69g carbs, 22g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Tofu Pad Thai (895 kcal, 57g protein, 96g carbs, 33g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Snack: Pea Protein Green Smoothie (334 kcal, 32g protein, 36g carbs, 7g fat, 6g fibre per person)
- Snack: Sardines on Rye Crackers (349 kcal, 26g protein, 35g carbs, 10g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Snack: Peanut Butter with Celery Sticks (232 kcal, 10g protein, 10g carbs, 19g fat, 3g fibre per person)
- Snack: Walnuts and Dried Blueberries (274 kcal, 5g protein, 21g carbs, 20g fat, 3g fibre per person)
Weekly shopping list
Protein
- Eggs 8
- Salmon fillet 340g
- Lean beef jerky 190g
- Tinned tuna in spring water 675g
- Chicken breast 1.45kg
- Firm tofu 490g
- Tinned chickpeas 400g
- King prawns 330g
- Tinned sardines in spring water 260g
- Pea protein powder 80g
Carbs & Grains
- Wholemeal pasta 490g
- Wholemeal 4 pittas
- Wholemeal 2 rolls
- Soba noodles 170g
- New potatoes 440g
- Wholewheat noodles 140g
- Brown rice 100g
- Rolled oats 65g
- Low-sugar granola 55g
- Rice noodles 95g
Vegetables
- Courgette 6
- Red pepper 6
- Onion 2
- Mixed leaves 100g
- Baby spinach 250g
- Cucumber 1 (150g required)
- Carrot 5
- Celery 16 sticks
- Celery 3 stalks
- Spinach 190g
- Pak choi 290g
- Green beans 240g
- Cherry tomatoes 4 x 300g packs (1047g required)
- Broccoli 230g
- mixed veg 250g
- edamame beans 190g
- Spring onion 4
Dairy & Eggs
- Low-fat Greek yogurt 2.3kg
- Ricotta 170g
- Parmesan 50g
- Skyr 290g
- Tinned coconut milk light 1 x 400ml tin (244ml required)
- Oat milk 1 x 1L carton (897ml required)
Fruit
- mixed berries 1.1kg
- Raisins 60g
- Banana 7
- Medjool 5 dates
- Dried blueberries 24g
Herbs & Spices
- Garlic 12 cloves
- Dill 1.75 tsp
- Basil, optional to taste
- Chilli flakes, optional to taste
- Smoked paprika 1.5 tsp
- Cumin 0.75 tsp
Condiments & Oils
- Honey 4 tbsp
- Olive oil 4.25 tbsp
- Hummus 280g
- Miso paste 2 tbsp
- Soy sauce 5 tbsp
- Almond butter 2 tbsp
- Sesame oil 1.75 tsp
- Green pesto 60g
- Curry paste 40g
- Peanut butter 75g
- Chicken stock 975ml
- Tamari 2.5 tbsp
Extras
- Reduced-fat cheddar 130g
- Oatcakes 13
- Almonds 45g
- Dried cranberries 35g
- Sesame seeds 2 tsp
- Olives 1 x 300g jar (116g required)
- Mixed nuts 90g
- Rye 24 crackers
- Lemon juice 1.25 tbsp
- Sea salt, optional to taste
- Chia seeds 6g
- Pumpkin seeds 50g
- Dark chocolate chips 24g
- Hemp seeds 2.75 tbsp
- Beansprouts 120g
- Lime juice, optional to taste
- Peanuts 24g
- Walnuts 30g
Shopping This Plan At Asda
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.
- Large multipack meat and frozen ranges that suit bulk batch cooking.
- 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
- Replace fresh salmon with tinned mackerel or sardines in brine (saves ~£2–3/week)
- Switch to Asda's value range across the board rather than mid-tier lines
- 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)
💪 Increase protein
- Add extra egg whites (3–4) to a breakfast instead of whole eggs — protein without the extra fat
- Swap a carb portion for extra chicken breast or white fish on higher-hunger days
- Use 0% fat Greek yogurt or quark instead of standard yogurt for the same volume, far more protein
🥦 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 £40–55 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 257g of protein per day across the week, based on the meals actually selected — well above general UK guidance of roughly 0.8–1.6g per kg of bodyweight for active adults.
How is this different from a generic muscle gain plan?
Plenty of muscle gain plans share the same 3,500 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 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 all 7 days at 3,500 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 beginners?
Yes. Recipes are rated Standard (20–30 min/day) and use ingredients available at Asda — no specialist equipment or advanced technique is needed.
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