Morrisons Budget Bulk 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 difficultyStandard (20–30 min/day)
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 styleStandard (20–30 min/day)
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 kcal181g protein
Breakfast484 kcal · 28g protein · 10 min

Soft Boiled Eggs with Wholemeal Toast

Made with eggs, wholemeal bread, butter. Ready in 10 min — 484 kcal, 28g protein.

Recipe
  1. Toast or warm the bread, bagel, wrap, or pitta if preferred.
  2. Prepare the filling ingredients: Eggs 3, Wholemeal bread 3 slices, Butter 8g, Black pepper pinch.
  3. Layer the filling evenly, season to taste, and serve or wrap tightly for later.
Lunch750 kcal · 34g protein · 15 min

Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetable Salad

Made with halloumi, courgette, red pepper. Ready in 15 min — 750 kcal, 34g protein.

Recipe
  1. Wash and chop the salad or vegetable ingredients: Halloumi 155g, Courgette 2, Red pepper 2, Mixed leaves 95g, Olive oil 1.5 tbsp, Balsamic glaze 1.5 tsp.
  2. Cook or warm any protein or grains listed, then let them cool slightly.
  3. Combine everything in a bowl, season, and pack dressing separately if meal prepping.
Dinner750 kcal · 69g protein · 40 min

Turkey Mince and Sweet Potato Bake

Made with turkey mince lean, sweet potato, tinned tomatoes. Ready in 40 min — 750 kcal, 69g protein.

Recipe
  1. Prepare the ingredients: Turkey mince lean 310g, Sweet potato 390g, Tinned tomatoes 625g, Onion 2, Garlic 5 cloves, Paprika 1.5 tsp, Spinach 155g.
  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.
Snack297 kcal · 25g protein · 5 min

Light Mozzarella and Tomato

Made with light mozzarella, beef tomato, basil leaves. Ready in 5 min — 297 kcal, 25g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Light mozzarella 155g, Beef tomato 2, Basil leaves, Balsamic glaze 1.5 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.
Snack375 kcal · 16g protein · 10 min

No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Protein Balls

Made with rolled oats, peanut butter, honey. Ready in 10 min — 375 kcal, 16g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Rolled oats 80g, Peanut butter 45g, Honey 1.5 tbsp, Chia seeds 1.5 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.
Snack344 kcal · 9g protein · 1 min

Apple and Peanut Butter

Made with apple, peanut butter. Ready in 1 min — 344 kcal, 9g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Apple 2, Peanut butter 1.5 tbsp.
  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

  • Eggs 3
  • Turkey mince lean 310g
  • Beef tomato 2
  • Pork tenderloin 350g
  • Smoked salmon 105g
  • Lean beef strips 250g
  • Tinned tuna in spring water 225g
  • Tinned sardines in spring water 140g
  • Lean beef mince 300g
  • Pork loin 330g
  • Tinned chickpeas 310g
  • Tinned sardines 185g
  • Cod fillet 300g
  • Green lentils 170g cooked
  • Chicken breast 205g cooked

Carbs & Grains

  • Wholemeal bread 3 slices
  • Rolled oats 80g
  • Wholemeal pitta 2
  • Wholemeal pasta 155g dry
  • Brown rice 125g dry
  • Rye bread 3 slices
  • Low-sugar granola 45g

Vegetables

  • Black pepper pinch
  • Courgette 2
  • Red pepper 2
  • Sweet potato 390g
  • Tinned tomatoes 625g
  • Onion 2
  • Spinach 155g
  • Courgette 2 roasted
  • Red pepper 2 roasted
  • Cucumber 1
  • Red onion 3/4
  • Sweetcorn 155g
  • Romaine lettuce leaves 7
  • Spring onion 3
  • Parsnip 245g
  • Carrot 245g
  • Baby spinach 155g
  • Cherry tomatoes 15
  • Cucumber 3/4

Dairy & Eggs

  • Butter 8g
  • Halloumi 155g
  • Light mozzarella 155g
  • Peanut butter 45g
  • Light cream cheese 55g
  • Low-fat Greek yogurt 260g
  • Cottage cheese 260g
  • Skyr 235g
  • Ricotta 155g

Extras & Condiments

  • Mixed leaves 95g
  • Olive oil 1.5 tbsp
  • Balsamic glaze 1.5 tsp
  • Garlic 5 cloves
  • Paprika 1.5 tsp
  • Basil leaves
  • Honey 1.5 tbsp
  • Chia seeds 1.5 tsp
  • Apple 2
  • Hummus 140g
  • Rosemary 1.75 tsp
  • Rye crackers 5
  • Frozen mixed berries 140g
  • Balsamic dressing 25g
  • Cheddar reduced-fat 45g
  • Almonds 40g
  • Dried cranberries 30g
  • Soy sauce 1.75 tbsp
  • Ginger 1.75 tsp
  • Walnuts 35g
  • Pumpkin seeds 50g
  • Dark chocolate chips 25g
  • Curry powder 3.25 tsp
  • Parmesan 25g
  • Dark chocolate 70% 45g
  • Turmeric 0.75 tsp
  • Lemon juice 1.5 tbsp
  • Parsley fresh
  • Pomegranate seeds 50g
  • Lemon dressing 25g
  • Cumin 1.75 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?

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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