Morrisons 3,000 Calorie Muscle Gain Plan — 3,000 kcal

Free printable UK muscle gain meal plan for Morrisons: 7 days at ~3,000 kcal/day, £40–55/week estimate, macros and shopping list.

SupermarketMorrisons
Calorie target~3000 kcal/day
Weekly budget£40–55
Prep difficultyBatch cook (prep on Sunday)
Best forBuilding muscle with a calorie surplus
DietAll diets

Estimated daily macros

Protein
160g
Carbs
150g
Fats
55g
Fibre
30g

Plan Quick Facts

Best forBuilding muscle with a calorie surplus
Calories~3000 kcal/day
Budget£40–55/week estimate
Prep styleBatch cook (prep on Sunday)
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

3000 kcal160g protein
Breakfast517 kcal · 12g protein · 5 min

Smashed Avocado on Rye Toast with Cherry Tomatoes

Made with rye bread, avocado, cherry tomatoes. Ready in 5 min — 517 kcal, 12g protein.

Recipe
  1. Toast or warm the bread, bagel, wrap, or pitta if preferred.
  2. Prepare the filling ingredients: Rye bread 3 slices, Avocado 3/4, Cherry tomatoes 10, Lemon juice 1.75 tsp, Chilli flakes pinch.
  3. Layer the filling evenly, season to taste, and serve or wrap tightly for later.
Lunch800 kcal · 63g protein · 10 min

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

Made with chicken breast, wholemeal tortilla, romaine lettuce. Ready in 10 min — 800 kcal, 63g protein.

Recipe
  1. Toast or warm the bread, bagel, wrap, or pitta if preferred.
  2. Prepare the filling ingredients: Chicken breast 250g, Wholemeal tortilla 2, Romaine lettuce 100g, Light Caesar dressing 35g, Parmesan 15g.
  3. Layer the filling evenly, season to taste, and serve or wrap tightly for later.
Dinner733 kcal · 37g protein · 40 min

Mushroom and Lentil Shepherd's Pie

Made with green lentils tinned, mushrooms, onion. Ready in 40 min — 733 kcal, 37g protein.

Recipe
  1. Prepare the ingredients: Green lentils tinned 330g, Mushrooms 330g, Onion 2, Carrot 3, Sweet potato mash 420g, Vegetable stock 330ml.
  2. Cook the main protein or vegetables in a pan over medium heat until cooked through.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients, heat until piping hot, season to taste, and serve.
Snack233 kcal · 13g protein · 5 min

Tzatziki with Vegetable Dippers

Made with low-fat greek yogurt, cucumber half grated, garlic clove. Ready in 5 min — 233 kcal, 13g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Low-fat Greek yogurt 165g, Cucumber half grated, Garlic clove 3/4, Carrot 2, Celery sticks 3, Dill 1.75 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.
Snack300 kcal · 12g protein · 5 min

Carrot Sticks with Hummus

Made with carrot, hummus. Ready in 5 min — 300 kcal, 12g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Carrot 3, Hummus 100g.
  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.
Snack417 kcal · 23g protein · 3 min

Reduced-Fat Cheddar on Oatcakes

Made with reduced-fat cheddar, oatcakes. Ready in 3 min — 417 kcal, 23g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Reduced-fat cheddar 65g, Oatcakes 7.
  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: £40–55/week for one person from Morrisons.

Protein

  • Chicken breast 250g
  • Green lentils tinned 330g
  • Lean beef strips 280g
  • Tinned tuna in spring water 235g
  • Eggs 2
  • Salmon fillet 290g
  • Turkey breast slices 130g
  • Chicken breast 195g cooked
  • Green lentils 170g dry
  • Firm tofu 340g
  • Lean stewing beef 290g
  • Beef stock 430ml
  • Green lentils 160g
  • Turkey mince lean 320g
  • Lean beef jerky 65g
  • Chicken stock 160ml
  • King prawns 320g

Carbs & Grains

  • Rye bread 3 slices
  • Wholemeal tortilla 2
  • Oatcakes 7
  • Brown rice 125g dry
  • Rice cakes 3
  • Low-sugar granola 40g
  • New potatoes 245g
  • Wholemeal pasta 145g dry
  • Rice noodles 135g dry
  • Baking potato 290g
  • Rolled oats 60g

Vegetables

  • Avocado 3/4
  • Cherry tomatoes 10
  • Romaine lettuce 100g
  • Mushrooms 330g
  • Onion 2
  • Carrot 3
  • Sweet potato mash 420g
  • Cucumber half grated
  • Celery sticks 3
  • Sweet potato 280g
  • Baby spinach 85g
  • Cucumber slices 7
  • Spring onion 5
  • Peanuts 35g
  • Sweetcorn 85g
  • Tinned tomatoes 575g
  • Courgette 2
  • Red pepper 2
  • Frozen peas 125g

Dairy & Eggs

  • Low-fat Greek yogurt 165g
  • Peanut butter 1.5 tbsp
  • Light cream cheese 50g
  • Semi-skimmed milk 500ml
  • Skyr 145g

Extras & Condiments

  • Lemon juice 1.75 tsp
  • Chilli flakes pinch
  • Light Caesar dressing 35g
  • Parmesan 15g
  • Vegetable stock 330ml
  • Garlic clove 3/4
  • Dill 1.75 tsp
  • Hummus 100g
  • Reduced-fat cheddar 65g
  • Olive oil 1.5 tsp
  • Garlic powder 1.5 tsp
  • Frozen stir-fry veg 280g
  • Soy sauce 2.75 tbsp
  • Garlic 3 cloves
  • Ginger 1.5 tsp
  • Banana 1
  • Honey 1.5 tsp
  • Green beans 130g
  • Olives 16
  • Rye crackers 7
  • Mustard 1.75 tsp
  • Tahini 35g
  • Cumin 1.75 tsp
  • Beansprouts 170g
  • Tamari 3.5 tbsp
  • Lime juice
  • Walnuts 45g
  • Dried blueberries 35g
  • Whey protein powder 50g
  • Almonds 30g
  • Banana 3/4
  • Mixed herbs 1.5 tsp
  • Sesame oil 1.5 tsp

Swaps & Suggestions

💰 Make it cheaper

  • Replace fresh salmon with tinned mackerel or sardines in brine (saves ~£2–3/week)
  • Switch to own-brand products across the board
  • 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 Morrisons and typically costs £40–55 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?

This is a high-protein plan. Most days target 140–180g of protein, which supports muscle retention during a calorie deficit and helps manage hunger.

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?

Yes — this plan is specifically designed for batch cooking. Prep everything on Sunday in 60–90 minutes and portion into containers for the week ahead.

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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