Morrisons Recovery Weekly Muscle Gain Plan — 3,500 kcal

Free printable UK muscle gain meal plan for Morrisons: 7 days at ~3,500 kcal/day, £50–70/week estimate, macros and shopping list.

SupermarketMorrisons
Calorie target~3500 kcal/day
Weekly budget£50–70
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~3500 kcal/day
Budget£50–70/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

3500 kcal294g protein
Breakfast534 kcal · 12g protein · 5 min

Smashed Avocado on Rye Toast with Cherry Tomatoes

Made with rye bread, avocado, cherry tomatoes. Ready in 5 min — 534 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.
Lunch896 kcal · 72g protein · 20 min

Baked Salmon and Quinoa Power Bowl

Made with salmon fillet, quinoa, baby spinach. Ready in 20 min — 896 kcal, 72g protein.

Recipe
  1. Wash and chop the salad or vegetable ingredients: Salmon fillet 260g, Quinoa 140g dry, Baby spinach 105g, Cucumber 85g, Lemon dressing 25g, Pumpkin seeds 15g.
  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.
Dinner793 kcal · 62g protein · 30 min

Tuna and Sweet Potato Fishcakes with Salad

Made with tinned tuna, sweet potato, spring onion. Ready in 30 min — 793 kcal, 62g protein.

Recipe
  1. Wash and chop the salad or vegetable ingredients: Tinned tuna 250g, Sweet potato 340g mashed, Spring onion 3, Egg 2, Mixed leaves 105g, Lemon dressing 25g.
  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.
Snack224 kcal · 34g protein · 1 min

Lean Beef Jerky

Made with lean beef jerky. Ready in 1 min — 224 kcal, 34g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Lean beef jerky 70g.
  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.
Snack328 kcal · 38g protein · 3 min

Turkey Breast and Cream Cheese Roll-Up

Made with turkey breast slices, light cream cheese, cucumber slices. Ready in 3 min — 328 kcal, 38g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Turkey breast slices 140g, Light cream cheese 50g, Cucumber slices 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.
Snack328 kcal · 38g protein · 5 min

Tuna on Rye Crackers

Made with tinned tuna in spring water, rye crackers, lemon juice. Ready in 5 min — 328 kcal, 38g protein.

Recipe
  1. Lay out the ingredients: Tinned tuna in spring water 140g, Rye crackers 7, Lemon juice 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.
Snack397 kcal · 38g protein · 5 min

Mini Protein Overnight Oats

Made with rolled oats, skyr, semi-skimmed milk. Ready in 5 min — 397 kcal, 38g protein.

Recipe
  1. Add Rolled oats 70g, Skyr 170g, Semi-skimmed milk 170ml, Banana 3/4 to a lidded container.
  2. Stir well, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Stir again before eating and add a splash of milk if it is too thick.

Weekly Shopping List

Estimated cost: £50–70/week for one person from Morrisons.

Protein

  • Salmon fillet 260g
  • Tinned tuna 250g
  • Egg 2
  • Lean beef jerky 70g
  • Turkey breast slices 140g
  • Tinned tuna in spring water 140g
  • Tinned chickpeas 750g
  • Eggs 4
  • Chicken breast 350g
  • Smoked mackerel fillet 140g
  • Green lentils tinned 400g
  • King prawns 240g
  • Lean beef strips 270g
  • Lean beef mince 320g
  • Turkey mince lean 360g
  • Pork tenderloin 350g

Carbs & Grains

  • Rye bread 3 slices
  • Rolled oats 70g
  • Wholemeal pitta 2
  • Brown rice 150g dry
  • Oatcakes 5
  • Rice cakes 6
  • Wholewheat noodles 155g dry

Vegetables

  • Avocado 3/4
  • Cherry tomatoes 10
  • Baby spinach 105g
  • Cucumber 85g
  • Sweet potato 340g mashed
  • Spring onion 3
  • Cucumber slices 7
  • Avocado 1
  • Tomato 2
  • Tinned tomatoes 370g
  • Onion 2
  • Courgette 2
  • Red pepper 2
  • Frozen edamame beans 260g
  • Courgette 2 roasted
  • Red pepper 2 roasted
  • Spinach 60g
  • Mushrooms 400g
  • Carrot 4
  • Sweet potato mash 500g
  • Romaine lettuce leaves 8
  • Sweet potato 340g
  • Red onion 3/4
  • Pea protein powder 55g
  • Celery sticks 7

Dairy & Eggs

  • Light cream cheese 50g
  • Skyr 170g
  • Semi-skimmed milk 170ml
  • Coconut milk light 370ml
  • Halloumi 175g
  • Low-fat yogurt 140g
  • Cottage cheese 200g
  • Low-fat Greek yogurt 260g
  • Oat milk 450ml
  • Almond butter 1.75 tbsp

Extras & Condiments

  • Lemon juice 1.75 tsp
  • Chilli flakes pinch
  • Quinoa 140g dry
  • Lemon dressing 25g
  • Pumpkin seeds 15g
  • Mixed leaves 105g
  • Rye crackers 7
  • Banana 3/4
  • Falafel 7 baked
  • Hummus 75g
  • Curry paste 55g
  • Whey protein powder 55g
  • Smoked paprika 1.75 tsp
  • Cumin 1 tsp
  • Olive oil 1.75 tsp
  • Balsamic glaze 1.75 tsp
  • Tikka paste 50g
  • Cauliflower 525g
  • Mint 1.75 tsp
  • Sea salt pinch
  • Vegetable stock 400ml
  • Light mayo 30g
  • Balsamic dressing 25g
  • Pak choi 260g
  • Sweet chilli sauce 35g
  • Soy sauce 1.75 tbsp
  • Lime juice
  • Frozen berries 100g
  • Honey 1.75 tsp
  • Mixed nuts 50g
  • Raisins 35g
  • Banana 2
  • Garlic 4 cloves
  • Ginger 1.75 tsp
  • Paprika 1.75 tsp
  • Curry powder 3.5 tsp
  • Apple 2
  • Rosemary 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 £50–70 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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