Estimated cost: £30–40/week for 1 person from Lidl. Calories and macros stay shown per person; ingredients and shopping quantities are scaled for the household.
Protein
Green lentils 95g cooked
Chicken breast 800g
Tinned tuna in spring water 420g
Tinned chickpeas 175g
Eggs 6
King prawns 300g
Turkey mince lean 460g
Chicken stock 1000ml
Lean beef jerky 55g
Red lentils 105g
Carbs & Grains
White potatoes 235g
Oatcakes 4
Brown rice 360g dry
Wholemeal roll 2
Wholemeal pasta 80g dry
Brown rice 80g cooked
Oat biscuits 4
Low-sugar granola 110g
Vegetables
Cucumber 55g
Carrot 140g
Broccoli 330g
Cucumber 1/2
Red onion 3/4
Courgette 1
Red pepper 1
Celery sticks 5
Edamame beans 90g
Spring onion 7
Spinach 70g
Cherry tomatoes 17
Romaine lettuce leaves 11
Carrot grated 70g
Carrot 3
Celery 3 stalks
Onion 3
Mixed peppers 4
Tinned tomatoes 625g
Peanut butter 1 tbsp
Mixed leaves 85g
Frozen mixed veg 185g
Dairy & Eggs
Plain kefir 1125ml
Halloumi 75g
Almond butter 1.25 tbsp
Reduced-fat feta 70g
Parmesan 10g
Skyr 400g
Low-fat Greek yogurt 140g
Fruit
Pomegranate seeds 30g
Mango 1/2
Herbs & Spices
Garlic 10 cloves
Mixed herbs 1.25 tsp
Chilli flakes pinch
Coriander fresh
Cinnamon 1 tsp
Cumin 1 tsp
Condiments & Oils
Honey 7 tsp
Lemon dressing 30g
Olive oil 2.25 tbsp
Soy sauce 4 tbsp
Sesame oil 2.25 tsp
Olive oil 2.25 tsp
Light mayo 15g
Hoisin sauce 30g
Green pesto 25g
Extras
Frozen mixed berries 575g
Chia seeds 6 tbsp
Reduced-fat cheddar 35g
Lean sirloin steak 250g
Lemon juice
Sesame seeds 1.5 tsp
Frozen berries 160g
Lime juice
Lean lamb shoulder 215g
Rye crackers 4
Lemon juice 1 tsp
SupermarketLidl
Cooking for1 person
Cook amount1 portions
Calorie target~1800 kcal/day per person
Weekly budget£30–40 total
Prep difficultyStandard (20–30 min/day)
Best forBody recomposition with high protein and slightly higher calories
DietAll diets
Estimated Daily Macros Per Person
Protein
141g
Carbs
186g
Fats
53g
Fibre
31g
Plan Details And Assumptions
Lidl 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 budget weeks built around simple staples, freezer vegetables, tins, yogurt, eggs and own-brand grains.
Choose flexible recipes because some limited-time ranges can rotate quickly.
For batch cooking, buy the core protein and carbohydrate first, then adapt vegetables to what is available.
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.
Search Intent
A Lidl body recomposition 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
This plan uses
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
Lidl
Lidl pages work best with simple staples, rotating offers and flexible protein swaps.
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.
Breakfast: High-Protein Yogurt with Homemade Granola (305 kcal, 25g protein, 38g carbs, 6g fat, 6g fibre per person)
Lunch: Chicken, Broccoli and Brown Rice Prep Bowl (586 kcal, 50g protein, 72g carbs, 10g fat, 7g fibre per person)
Dinner: Egg Fried Brown Rice with Frozen Vegetables (670 kcal, 33g protein, 82g carbs, 21g fat, 7g fibre per person)
Snack: Protein Yogurt with Low-Sugar Granola (239 kcal, 18g protein, 28g carbs, 7g fat, 3g fibre per person)
Weekly shopping list
Protein
Green lentils 95g cooked
Chicken breast 800g
Tinned tuna in spring water 420g
Tinned chickpeas 175g
Eggs 6
King prawns 300g
Turkey mince lean 460g
Chicken stock 1000ml
Lean beef jerky 55g
Red lentils 105g
Carbs & Grains
White potatoes 235g
Oatcakes 4
Brown rice 360g dry
Wholemeal roll 2
Wholemeal pasta 80g dry
Brown rice 80g cooked
Oat biscuits 4
Low-sugar granola 110g
Vegetables
Cucumber 55g
Carrot 140g
Broccoli 330g
Cucumber 1/2
Red onion 3/4
Courgette 1
Red pepper 1
Celery sticks 5
Edamame beans 90g
Spring onion 7
Spinach 70g
Cherry tomatoes 17
Romaine lettuce leaves 11
Carrot grated 70g
Carrot 3
Celery 3 stalks
Onion 3
Mixed peppers 4
Tinned tomatoes 625g
Peanut butter 1 tbsp
Mixed leaves 85g
Frozen mixed veg 185g
Dairy & Eggs
Plain kefir 1125ml
Halloumi 75g
Almond butter 1.25 tbsp
Reduced-fat feta 70g
Parmesan 10g
Skyr 400g
Low-fat Greek yogurt 140g
Fruit
Pomegranate seeds 30g
Mango 1/2
Herbs & Spices
Garlic 10 cloves
Mixed herbs 1.25 tsp
Chilli flakes pinch
Coriander fresh
Cinnamon 1 tsp
Cumin 1 tsp
Condiments & Oils
Honey 7 tsp
Lemon dressing 30g
Olive oil 2.25 tbsp
Soy sauce 4 tbsp
Sesame oil 2.25 tsp
Olive oil 2.25 tsp
Light mayo 15g
Hoisin sauce 30g
Green pesto 25g
Extras
Frozen mixed berries 575g
Chia seeds 6 tbsp
Reduced-fat cheddar 35g
Lean sirloin steak 250g
Lemon juice
Sesame seeds 1.5 tsp
Frozen berries 160g
Lime juice
Lean lamb shoulder 215g
Rye crackers 4
Lemon juice 1 tsp
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 body recomposition plan cost per week?
This plan is designed for Lidl 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 body recomposition 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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