Morrisons Vegan Low-Fuss Weekly Plan — 1,800 kcal
Simple meals with minimal cooking. This 7-day plan targets 1,800 kcal/day and averages 91g of protein, built around Morrisons's Savers for an estimated £30–50/week. Meals need close to no active cooking — assemble-and-eat, one-pan or ready-to-eat combinations — so the plan stays realistic on the busiest days.
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Your 7-Day Meal Plan
Monday
Tofu Scramble with Peppers
Made with firm tofu, mixed peppers, turmeric.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 150g firm tofu
- ½ pepper
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¾ tsp olive oil
Allergens in this meal: Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Chop the mixed peppers. Heat the olive oil in a non-stick pan and cook the peppers for 3-4 minutes, until softening.
- Crumble the firm tofu into the pan, add the turmeric and cumin, and cook the tofu, stirring, for 5-6 minutes until hot through and lightly golden.
- Season to taste and serve.
Edamame and Soba Noodle Salad
Made with soba noodles, edamame beans, cucumber.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 60g soba noodles (dry weight)
- 80g edamame beans
- ½ cucumber
- 1 red pepper
- ¾ tbsp soy sauce
- ¾ tsp sesame oil
- ¾ tsp ginger
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Sesame, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Cook the noodles according to their packet instructions, then drain and cool slightly.
- Slice or chop cucumber and red pepper. Cook edamame beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain.
- Arrange the cooked soba noodles, edamame beans, cucumber and red pepper in a bowl and finish with soy sauce, sesame oil and ginger.
Chickpea and Spinach Coconut Curry
Made with tinned chickpeas, baby spinach, coconut milk light.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1¼ standard tins of chickpeas, drained
- 4 generous handfuls baby spinach (about 125g)
- 150ml light coconut milk
- 150g tomatoes
- ¾ onion
- 1 tbsp plus 2 tsp curry paste
- 60g brown rice (dry weight)
Check the label for: Cereals containing gluten, Fish, Mustard, Tree nuts. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Peel and chop onion into even pieces. Drain and rinse chickpeas.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and soften onion for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in light coconut milk and curry paste, then add chickpeas, baby spinach and tomatoes and simmer gently until tender and thickened.
- Meanwhile, cook the rice according to its packet instructions, then drain and serve alongside.
Pea Protein Green Smoothie
Made with pea protein powder, oat milk, spinach.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 25g pea protein powder
- 200ml oat milk
- 1 generous handful spinach (about 25g)
- 1 banana
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten. Check the label for: Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Put pea protein powder, oat milk, spinach and banana in a blender, or in a jug if you are using a stick blender.
- Blend until completely smooth, adding a small splash of water or milk only if needed.
- Pour into a glass or shaker and serve cold.
Weekly Shopping List
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Estimated cost: £30–50/week for 1 person from Morrisons. Calories and macros remain per person, while shopping quantities are scaled for the household.
Protein
Carbs & Grains
Vegetables
Plant-Based Milks & Alternatives
Fruit
Herbs & Spices
Condiments & Oils
Tins & Jars
Extras
Container setup for this plan
This plan has about 14 prep-friendly meals. Start with 8 main containers, 3 small sauce or snack tubs, and 2 freezer tubs.
Use 2 five-container glass packs to provide at least 8 main meal spaces, then add the separate small tubs shown above.
Best for regular weekday lunches, reheating at work, curry, chilli, pasta, and repeat washing.
- Material
- Glass
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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.
- 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.
| 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 | Morrisons | Morrisons pages suit fresh-counter options plus standard supermarket staples. |
| Budget | £30–50/week estimate | Budget plans keep variety while still prioritising own-brand and batch-friendly ingredients. |
| Prep style | Minimal (under 10 min/day) | Minimal-prep plans use more assembly meals, ready-to-eat staples and short cooking steps. |
Shopping This Plan At Morrisons
Strong on fresh counters and in-store production, mid-priced against the rest of the big four.
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)
- Stir a scoop of plant protein into porridge, oats or a smoothie for an easy 20g
- Add extra firm tofu, tempeh or edamame to any bowl or stir-fry
💪 Increase protein
- A ready-made protein shake covers a gap without adding a single extra step
- Stir a scoop of plant protein into porridge, oats or a smoothie for an easy 20g
- Add extra firm tofu, tempeh or edamame to any bowl or stir-fry
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this low effort plan cost per week?
This plan is designed for Morrisons and is estimated at £30–50 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 91g 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 low effort plan?
Plenty of low effort plans share the same 1,800 kcal target — the difference here is that meals are filtered for near-zero active cooking time, not just for being quick recipes.
Can I print this low effort 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 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 vegan eaters?
Yes. Every meal in this plan is vegan, using ingredients readily available from Morrisons.
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