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Tesco Vegetarian Training Day Muscle Gain Plan — 2,000 kcal
Muscle building, at a higher daily calorie target. This 7-day plan targets 2,000 kcal/day and averages 108g of protein, built around Tesco's Stockwell & Co (cupboard staples: tins, cereals, tea, baking) for roughly £40–55/week. Both protein and carbohydrate run high in this plan — it is built for training performance and recovery, not calorie restriction, so there is no need to trade one macro off against the other.
Your week at a glance
1 personPlan summary
SupermarketTesco
GoalMuscle Gain
Weekly cost£40–55 estimate
Daily average across the 7 days
2,002 kcal108g protein259g carbs63g fat47g fibre
Individual days vary around these figures.
Adjust Household PortionsCurrently 1 person · 1 cook portions
Your 7-Day Meal Plan
Monday
2005 kcal per person119g protein · 227g carbs per person
Breakfast244 kcal · 11g protein · 29g carbs · 3 min
Kefir with Berries and Chia Seeds
Made with plain kefir, frozen mixed berries, chia seeds. Ready in 3 min — 244 kcal, 11g protein, 29g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 225ml plain kefir
- 100g frozen mixed berries
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp honey
Allergens in this meal: Milk. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Stir plain kefir and chia seeds together in a lidded jar or container.
- Stir well, cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Stir again before eating, then add frozen mixed berries and honey. Loosen with a splash of plain kefir if needed.
Lunch402 kcal · 18g protein · 66g carbs · 10 min
Hummus and Roasted Vegetable Pitta
Made with hummus, wholemeal pitta, courgette. Ready in 10 min — 402 kcal, 18g protein, 66g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp hummus
- 1 wholemeal pitta
- 1 courgette, roasted
- 1 red pepper, roasted
- 1 generous handful spinach (about 30g)
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Sesame. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Toast or warm wholemeal pitta.
- Slice roasted courgette and roasted red pepper.
- Layer hummus, roasted courgette, roasted red pepper and spinach evenly and season to taste. Roll it up tightly if you are taking it with you.
Dinner800 kcal · 40g protein · 99g carbs · 15 min
Egg Fried Brown Rice with Frozen Vegetables
Made with eggs, brown rice, frozen mixed veg. Ready in 15 min — 800 kcal, 40g protein, 99g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 100g brown rice (dry weight)
- 225g frozen mixed veg
- 2¼ tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 spring onions
Allergens in this meal: Cereals containing gluten, Eggs, Sesame, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Cook the brown rice (dry weight) according to its packet instructions, then spread it on a plate to cool slightly.
- Stir-fry frozen mixed veg and spring onions in a large non-stick pan for 3-4 minutes. Push them to one side, add the beaten eggs, and stir until softly set.
- Add the cooled rice, stir in soy sauce and sesame oil, and toss over high heat until piping hot.
Snack272 kcal · 11g protein · 14g carbs · 1 min
Pumpkin Seeds with Dark Chocolate Chips
Made with pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate chips. Ready in 1 min — 272 kcal, 11g protein, 14g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 30g pumpkin seeds
- 15g dark chocolate chips
Check the label for: Milk, Tree nuts, Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Combine pumpkin seeds and dark chocolate chips in a bowl or lidded container.
Snack287 kcal · 39g protein · 19g carbs · 3 min
Chocolate Protein Shake
Made with whey protein powder, semi-skimmed milk. Ready in 3 min — 287 kcal, 39g protein, 19g carbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 30g whey protein powder
- 325ml semi-skimmed milk
Allergens in this meal: Milk. Check the label for: Soybeans. Worked out from generic ingredient names — always read the product label.
Method
- Put whey protein powder in a bowl or lidded container, adding semi-skimmed milk just before eating.
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Estimated cost: £40–55/week for 1 person from Tesco. Calories and macros stay shown per person; ingredients and shopping quantities are scaled for the household.
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- Glass
- Last checked
- 13 July 2026
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Plan Details And Assumptions
Tesco 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 broad choice, easy vegetarian swaps, high-protein dairy, ready-to-eat helpers and Clubcard-style shops.
- Good when a plan needs a specific diet type because the range is usually wider than discount stores.
- Use own-brand alternatives first, then only add premium products where they solve a real convenience problem.
Why This Exact Plan Exists
This page is not only a title-and-macros variant. The calorie target, supermarket, diet type, budget and prep style all change the meals, shopping-list assumptions and swaps.
Shopping Logic
The list favours repeatable UK supermarket staples, grouped by protein, carbs, vegetables, dairy and extras so the basket can be checked before buying.
Practical Swaps
The swap section keeps the page usable if a product is out of stock, too expensive, or not right for the reader's diet.
| Decision | This plan uses | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Calorie target | Built around roughly 2,000 kcal per day | Moderate targets balance breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks without extreme restriction. |
| Supermarket | Tesco | Tesco pages can use wider choice, online availability and convenient high-protein or free-from options. |
| Budget | £40–55/week estimate | Moderate plans allow more convenience items and variety without becoming premium-only. |
| Prep style | Standard (20–30 min/day) | Standard-prep plans balance variety, fresh meals and realistic weekday cooking. |
Printable meal plan PDF
Tesco Vegetarian Training Day Muscle Gain Plan — 2,000 kcal
A 7-day UK meal plan summary for saving as a PDF or printing, including every meal, daily macros and the weekly shopping list.
7-day meal plan
Monday
2005 kcal - 119g protein, 227g carbs, 74g fat, 33g fibre- Breakfast: Kefir with Berries and Chia Seeds (244 kcal, 11g protein, 29g carbs, 9g fat, 8g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Hummus and Roasted Vegetable Pitta (402 kcal, 18g protein, 66g carbs, 11g fat, 12g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Egg Fried Brown Rice with Frozen Vegetables (800 kcal, 40g protein, 99g carbs, 25g fat, 9g fibre per person)
- Snack: Pumpkin Seeds with Dark Chocolate Chips (272 kcal, 11g protein, 14g carbs, 21g fat, 3g fibre per person)
- Snack: Chocolate Protein Shake (287 kcal, 39g protein, 19g carbs, 8g fat, 1g fibre per person)
Tuesday
2001 kcal - 98g protein, 270g carbs, 57g fat, 52g fibre- Breakfast: Kefir with Berries and Chia Seeds (218 kcal, 10g protein, 26g carbs, 8g fat, 8g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Soft Boiled Egg Buddha Bowl with Avocado (626 kcal, 25g protein, 71g carbs, 25g fat, 8g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Mushroom and Lentil Shepherd's Pie (606 kcal, 31g protein, 119g carbs, 3g fat, 30g fibre per person)
- Snack: Banana and Peanut Butter on Rice Cakes (269 kcal, 7g protein, 45g carbs, 9g fat, 5g fibre per person)
- Snack: Light Mozzarella and Tomato (282 kcal, 25g protein, 9g carbs, 12g fat, 1g fibre per person)
Wednesday
1994 kcal - 117g protein, 286g carbs, 48g fat, 50g fibre- Breakfast: Kefir with Berries and Chia Seeds (211 kcal, 10g protein, 25g carbs, 8g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Cottage Cheese and Roasted Vegetable Bowl (474 kcal, 35g protein, 66g carbs, 11g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Red Lentil Dahl with Brown Rice (815 kcal, 40g protein, 151g carbs, 4g fat, 21g fibre per person)
- Snack: Frozen Edamame Beans with Sea Salt (175 kcal, 16g protein, 13g carbs, 8g fat, 8g fibre per person)
- Snack: Reduced-Fat Cheddar on Oatcakes (319 kcal, 16g protein, 31g carbs, 17g fat, 4g fibre per person)
Thursday
2002 kcal - 115g protein, 241g carbs, 71g fat, 44g fibre- Breakfast: Kefir with Berries and Chia Seeds (275 kcal, 13g protein, 33g carbs, 10g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Hummus and Roasted Vegetable Pitta (484 kcal, 22g protein, 81g carbs, 12g fat, 15g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Tofu Pad Thai (948 kcal, 60g protein, 102g carbs, 35g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Snack: Almond Butter with Celery Sticks (135 kcal, 5g protein, 6g carbs, 11g fat, 3g fibre per person)
- Snack: Tzatziki with Vegetable Dippers (160 kcal, 15g protein, 19g carbs, 3g fat, 6g fibre per person)
Friday
2002 kcal - 107g protein, 221g carbs, 82g fat, 38g fibre- Breakfast: Kefir with Berries and Chia Seeds (209 kcal, 10g protein, 25g carbs, 8g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Edamame and Soba Noodle Salad (476 kcal, 24g protein, 75g carbs, 12g fat, 12g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Tofu and Vegetable Curry with Brown Rice (992 kcal, 50g protein, 100g carbs, 44g fat, 14g fibre per person)
- Snack: Peanut Butter with Celery Sticks (188 kcal, 8g protein, 8g carbs, 15g fat, 3g fibre per person)
- Snack: Low-Fat Greek Yogurt with Berries (137 kcal, 15g protein, 13g carbs, 3g fat, 2g fibre per person)
Saturday
2003 kcal - 106g protein, 256g carbs, 68g fat, 48g fibre- Breakfast: Ricotta Toast with Berries (386 kcal, 18g protein, 49g carbs, 13g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Baked Tofu and Tahini Buddha Bowl (744 kcal, 41g protein, 78g carbs, 30g fat, 10g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew (560 kcal, 26g protein, 108g carbs, 8g fat, 24g fibre per person)
- Snack: Carrot Sticks with Hummus (147 kcal, 6g protein, 20g carbs, 6g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Snack: Hard-Boiled Eggs (166 kcal, 15g protein, 1g carbs, 11g fat, 0g fibre per person)
Sunday
2004 kcal - 96g protein, 311g carbs, 39g fat, 65g fibre- Breakfast: Ricotta Toast with Berries (386 kcal, 18g protein, 49g carbs, 13g fat, 7g fibre per person)
- Lunch: Cannellini Bean and Tomato Soup (341 kcal, 19g protein, 64g carbs, 2g fat, 20g fibre per person)
- Dinner: Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup with Bread (769 kcal, 38g protein, 133g carbs, 4g fat, 22g fibre per person)
- Snack: Roasted Spiced Chickpeas (287 kcal, 16g protein, 37g carbs, 10g fat, 11g fibre per person)
- Snack: Banana and Almonds (221 kcal, 5g protein, 28g carbs, 10g fat, 5g fibre per person)
Weekly shopping list
Protein
- Eggs 8
- Whey protein powder 35g
- Green lentils 200g
- Beef tomato 1
- Red lentils 220g
- Firm tofu 625g
- Tinned chickpeas 490g
Carbs & Grains
- Wholemeal 4 pittas
- Wholemeal 1 roll
- Brown rice 420g
- Rice 2 cakes
- Rice noodles 110g
- Soba noodles 80g
- Wholemeal bread 4 slices
Vegetables
- Courgette 4
- Red pepper 5
- Spinach 170g
- mixed veg 575g
- Spring onion 6
- Avocado 1
- Mixed leaves 60g
- Cherry tomatoes 1 x 300g pack (234g required)
- Mushrooms 200g
- Onion 4
- Carrot 6
- Sweet potato mash 250g
- Tinned tomatoes 3 x 400g tins (976g required)
- edamame beans 240g
- Celery 12 sticks
- Cucumber 1 (225g required)
- Sweet potato 250g
- Butternut squash 400g
Dairy & Eggs
- Plain kefir 1.1L
- Semi-skimmed milk 1 x 1L carton (335ml required)
- Light mozzarella 100g
- Cottage cheese 200g
- Low-fat Greek yogurt 270g
- Tinned coconut milk light 1 x 400ml tin (191ml required)
- Ricotta cheese 200g
Fruit
- mixed berries 625g
- Banana 2
- berries 160g
Herbs & Spices
- Basil, optional to taste x2
- Mixed herbs 1 tsp
- Garlic 9 cloves
- Ginger 2 tsp
- Garam masala 2 tsp
- Dill 1.25 tsp
- Cumin 1.5 tsp
- Paprika 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika 1 tsp
Condiments & Oils
- Honey 2.5 tbsp
- Hummus 250g
- Soy sauce 3.25 tbsp
- Sesame oil 2.25 tsp
- Tahini dressing 20g
- Vegetable stock 3 cubes (makes 1500ml; 1078ml required)
- Peanut butter 50g
- Tamari 2.5 tbsp
- Almond butter 1.25 tbsp
- Curry paste 30g
- Tahini 20g
- Olive oil 1 tsp
Tins & Jars
- Cannellini beans 200g
Extras
- Chia seeds 80g
- Pumpkin seeds 35g
- Dark chocolate chips 17g
- Balsamic glaze 1 tsp
- Sea salt, optional to taste
- Reduced-fat cheddar 40g
- Oatcakes 4
- Beansprouts 130g
- Lime juice, optional to taste
- Peanuts 25g
- Lemon juice, optional to taste
- Sesame seeds 1 tsp
- Almonds 20g
Shopping This Plan At Tesco
The largest UK grocer. Widest range of the mainstream stores, with Clubcard pricing doing much of the value work.
Value rangeStockwell & Co (cupboard staples: tins, cereals, tea, baking)
Loyalty pricingClubcard Prices
What Tesco is good for here
- Deepest own-brand range across price tiers, so most recipes can be built up or down in cost.
- Strong free-from and speciality shelves for gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan weeks.
Worth knowing before you shop
- Non-Clubcard prices are noticeably higher; the card is effectively required to hit the budget estimate.
- The Stockwell & Co economy tier has been shrinking, so some value lines have moved up a tier.
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 Tesco's Stockwell & Co (cupboard staples: tins, cereals, tea, baking) range for rice, pasta, oats and tins — nutritionally identical to standard lines, at the lowest price point in store
- Switch to Tesco's value range across the board rather than mid-tier lines
- 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 a post-workout combination of fast carbs and protein (banana and whey, or chocolate milk) after harder sessions
- Greek yogurt with fruit and granola covers both protein and carb needs in one snack
- 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 muscle gain plan cost per week?
This plan is designed for Tesco and typically costs £40–55 per week for one person, depending on what you already have at home. Clubcard Prices can reduce this further.
How much protein does this plan provide per day?
This plan averages 108g 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 muscle gain plan?
Plenty of muscle gain plans share the same 2,000 kcal target — the difference here is that both protein and carbs are set high together, rather than trading one off against the other.
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 all 7 days at 2,000 kcal/day, the Tesco 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 Tesco.
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