Morrisons Desk Lunch Weekly High-Protein Vegetarian Plan — 1,500 kcal

High-protein meat-free eating. This 7-day plan targets 1,500 kcal/day and averages 83g of protein, built around Morrisons's Savers for an estimated £35–60/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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Plan summary

1 person
SupermarketMorrisons
GoalHigh Protein Vegetarian
Weekly cost£35–60/week estimate
Daily average across the 7 days
1,502 kcal83g protein225g carbs33g fat36g fibre

Individual days vary around these figures.

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Your 7-Day Meal Plan

Monday

1502 kcal per person86g protein · 236g carbs per person
Breakfast337 kcal · 28g protein · 42g carbs · 5 min

High-Protein Skyr with Granola and Berries

Made with skyr, low-sugar granola, frozen berries.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • 200g skyr
  • 40g low-sugar granola
  • 80g 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
  1. Combine skyr, low-sugar granola and frozen berries in a bowl or lidded container.
Lunch577 kcal · 30g protein · 80g carbs · 15 min

Miso Tofu and Edamame Bowl

Made with silken tofu, edamame beans, brown rice.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • 150g silken tofu
  • 100g edamame beans
  • 80g brown rice (dry weight)
  • 1 tbsp miso paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Sesame, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.

Method
  1. Cook the brown rice according to its packet instructions.
  2. Cook the edamame beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain.
  3. Mix the miso paste and soy sauce with a tablespoon of hot water to make a dressing.
  4. Cut the silken tofu gently into cubes; it is too delicate to fry. Arrange the rice, edamame and tofu in a bowl, spoon over the dressing and scatter with sesame seeds.
Dinner588 kcal · 28g protein · 114g carbs · 25 min

Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew

Made with tinned chickpeas, sweet potato, tinned tomatoes.

Recipe
Ingredients
  • ¾ of a standard tin of chickpeas, drained
  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 1 standard tin of tomatoes
  • 3 generous handfuls spinach (about 100g)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
Method
  1. Peel and chop medium sweet potato into even pieces. Drain and rinse chickpeas.
  2. Heat a large pan over medium heat and soften medium sweet potato for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in cumin and paprika, then add chickpeas, tomatoes and spinach and simmer gently until tender and thickened.
  4. Taste, season and portion for serving.

Weekly Shopping List

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Estimated cost: £35–60/week for 1 person from Morrisons. Calories and macros remain per person, while shopping quantities are scaled for the household.

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The One Tool This Plan Assumes

The protein and calorie figures on this plan are calculated from weighed portions. Estimating by eye is where most high-protein plans quietly drift, so a set of digital scales is the difference between following this plan and approximating it. Any scale works — this is simply a cheap, accurate one.

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A slim, add-and-weigh digital scale with a 3kg capacity, useful for portioning rice, protein and vegetables precisely rather than guessing by eye.

Best forWeighing portions accurately for calorie or macro tracking

Good to knowNo liquid measurement mode; for sauces and liquids, a scale with an Aquatronic function is more useful.

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Plan Details and Assumptions

Morrisons 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 familiar UK meals, fresh counters, freezer staples and flexible weekly shops.
  • Works well for plans using potatoes, rice, pasta, eggs, tins, yogurt and straightforward proteins.
  • Use frozen vegetables and tins to reduce waste on one-person meal-prep weeks.

The Assumptions Behind This Plan

Every plan is built on four decisions. If one of them does not match your week, that is the part to change - the swaps below cover the common cases.

DecisionThis plan usesWhy it matters
Calorie targetBuilt around roughly 1,500 kcal per dayLower-calorie days need protein, fibre and vegetables so the plan still feels like meals.
SupermarketMorrisonsMorrisons pages suit fresh-counter options plus standard supermarket staples.
Budget£35–60/week estimateBudget plans keep variety while still prioritising own-brand and batch-friendly ingredients.
Prep styleLow (10–20 min/day)Low-effort plans keep daily cooking short while preserving enough variety.

Shopping This Plan At Morrisons

Strong on fresh counters and in-store production, mid-priced against the rest of the big four.

Value rangeSavers
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What Morrisons is good for here

  • Market Street ranges are good for buying protein in the amount a plan actually calls for.
  • Savers covers most cupboard staples needed for batch cooking.

Worth knowing before you shop

  • The Savers range has been cut back, with some lines moved to standard pricing.
  • Counter service is not available in every store or at every hour.

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 Morrisons's Savers 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 Morrisons and is estimated at £35–60 per week for one person at typical UK prices, depending on what you already have at home. More Card can reduce this further.

How much protein does this plan provide per day?

This plan averages 83g 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 1,500 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 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 1,500 kcal/day, the Morrisons 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 Morrisons.

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