2500 Calorie Paleo Meal Plan for Muscle Building and Weight Gain
Eat This Much creates personalized meal plans based on your food preferences, budget, schedule, and more. Try it with the Paleo diet, emphasizing foods that our ancestors thrived on, such as lean meats, fresh produce, and seeds, for a wholesome way of eating.
Whether you're looking to gain muscle, increase weight, or maintain your current physique, a 2500 calorie meal plan might be what you need to reach your goals. For those following a paleo diet, this calorie range supports your goals while focusing on whole, unprocessed foods that mimic what our ancestors ate. Our planner is designed to provide you with nutrient-dense meals that fuel your workouts, support recovery, and keep you on track.
Today's Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Veggie Omelet
2 servings
- Coconut, Apple, Cinnamon Smoothie
1 serving
Lunch
- Paleo Avocado Tuna Salad (Tuna in Oil)
1 serving
- Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates
1 banana
Dinner
- Bacon-Wrapped Trout with Rosemary
1 serving
- Kale Avocado Salad
1 serving
Example Seven Day Plan
Here's a sample Paleo meal plan with daily averages of 2368 Calories, 110g protein, 124g fat, and 248g carbs (174g net carbs). You can generate your own custom plans like this with a free Eat This Much account and generate complete instant grocery lists with our Premium features.
Day 1
Breakfast
- Kale Juice 1 serving
- Apples and Almond Butter 1 apple
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Vegan Cinnamon Date "Caramel" & Apples 1 serving
Dinner
- One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies 1 serving
- Avocado 1 avocado
Snack
- Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
- Spinach and Mushroom Breakfast Scramble 1 serving
- Pineapple Raspberry Smoothie 1 serving
Lunch
- Tuna and Avocado Salad 1 serving
- Apples and Almond Butter 1 apple
Dinner
- Easy Paleo Garlic Chicken 1 serving
- Pomegranate Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Kale Avocado Salad 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
- Egg Cups 2 serving
- Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie 1 serving
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Vegan Cinnamon Date "Caramel" & Apples 1 serving
Dinner
- One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies 1 serving
- Avocado Tomato Salad 1 bowl
Snack
- Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
- Kale Juice 1 serving
- Apples and Almond Butter 1 apple
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates 1 banana
Dinner
- Easy Paleo Garlic Chicken 1 serving
- Pomegranate Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Kale Avocado Salad 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
- Egg Cups 2 serving
- Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie 1 serving
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates 1 banana
Dinner
- Simple Steak 1 steak
- Avocado and Veggie Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
- Super Green Smoothie Bowl 2 serving
- 3 Herb Breakfast Patties 1 serving
Lunch
- Paleo Avocado Tuna Salad (Tuna in Water) 1 serving
- Vegan Cinnamon Date "Caramel" & Apples 1 serving
Dinner
- One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies 1 serving
- Avocado Tomato Salad 1 bowl
Snack
- Kale Avocado Salad 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
- Kale Juice 1 serving
- Apples and Almond Butter 1 apple
Lunch
- Tuna Salad 2 serving
- Banana 1 banana
Dinner
- Easy Paleo Garlic Chicken 1 serving
- Pomegranate Salad 1 serving
Snack
- Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad 1 serving
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- Vegetarian Plant-based diet including dairy and eggs, avoiding meat for health and ethics
- Paleo Emulates ancient diet with whole foods, free of processed items and grains
- Mediterranean Rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil for a balanced, heart-healthy diet
- Low Carb Reduces carbohydrate intake, focusing on proteins and fats for energy
- Low Fat Limits fat consumption, emphasizing lean proteins, grains, and vegetables
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