2980 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 2980 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.
Your Meal Plan
Breakfast
 Spinach and Mushroom Breakfast Scramble Spinach and Mushroom Breakfast Scramble- 1 serving 
 Coconut, Apple, Cinnamon Smoothie Coconut, Apple, Cinnamon Smoothie- 1 serving 
Lunch
 Italian Tuna Tomato Salad Italian Tuna Tomato Salad- 2 servings 
Dinner
 Peppered Steaks with Mushrooms Peppered Steaks with Mushrooms- 2 servings 
 Pomegranate Salad Pomegranate Salad- 1 serving 
Example Seven Day 2980 Calorie Paleo Meal Plan
Here's a sample Paleo meal plan with daily averages of 2770 Calories, 127g protein, 140g fat, and 302g carbs (210g 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.
Plan Summary
- Total Days
- 7
- Average Calories
- 2770
- Average Carbs
- 302g
- Average Fat
- 140g
- Average Proteins
- 127g
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Day 1
Breakfast
 Egg Cups  2
                    serving Egg Cups  2
                    serving
 Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving
Lunch
 Tuna Stuffed Pepper  1
                    serving Tuna Stuffed Pepper  1
                    serving
 Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving
Dinner
 Carrots  1 ½
                    cup Carrots  1 ½
                    cup
Snack
 Avocado and Veggie Salad  1
                    serving Avocado and Veggie Salad  1
                    serving
Day 2
Breakfast
 Chicken and Dill Protein Scramble  1
                    serving Chicken and Dill Protein Scramble  1
                    serving
 Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving
Lunch
 Tuna Salad  2
                    serving Tuna Salad  2
                    serving
 Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates  1
                    banana Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates  1
                    banana
Dinner
 Simple Steak  1
                    steak Simple Steak  1
                    steak
 Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving
Snack
 Kale Juice  1
                    serving Kale Juice  1
                    serving
Day 3
Breakfast
 Blueberry Blast Smoothie  1 ½
                    serving Blueberry Blast Smoothie  1 ½
                    serving
 Apples and Almond Butter  1
                    apple Apples and Almond Butter  1
                    apple
Lunch
 Tuna Salad  2
                    serving Tuna Salad  2
                    serving
 Vegan Cinnamon Date "Caramel" & Apples  1
                    serving Vegan Cinnamon Date "Caramel" & Apples  1
                    serving
Dinner
 Carrots  1 ½
                    cup Carrots  1 ½
                    cup
Snack
 Avocado and Veggie Salad  1
                    serving Avocado and Veggie Salad  1
                    serving
Day 4
Breakfast
 Chicken and Dill Protein Scramble  1
                    serving Chicken and Dill Protein Scramble  1
                    serving
 Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving
Lunch
 Tuna Stuffed Pepper  1
                    serving Tuna Stuffed Pepper  1
                    serving
 Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving
Dinner
 Simple Steak  1
                    steak Simple Steak  1
                    steak
 Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving
Snack
 Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad  1
                    serving Summer Pepper and Tomato Salad  1
                    serving
Day 5
Breakfast
 Blueberry Blast Smoothie  1 ½
                    serving Blueberry Blast Smoothie  1 ½
                    serving
 Apples and Almond Butter  1
                    apple Apples and Almond Butter  1
                    apple
Lunch
 Tuna Salad  2
                    serving Tuna Salad  2
                    serving
 Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates  1
                    banana Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates  1
                    banana
Dinner
 Carrots  1 ½
                    cup Carrots  1 ½
                    cup
Snack
 Kale Juice  1
                    serving Kale Juice  1
                    serving
Day 6
Breakfast
 Chicken and Dill Protein Scramble  1
                    serving Chicken and Dill Protein Scramble  1
                    serving
 Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving Lemon, Berry, Honey Smoothie  1
                    serving
Lunch
 Tuna Stuffed Pepper  1
                    serving Tuna Stuffed Pepper  1
                    serving
 Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving
Dinner
 Simple Steak  1
                    steak Simple Steak  1
                    steak
 Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving Pomegranate Salad  1
                    serving
Snack
 Avocado and Veggie Salad  1
                    serving Avocado and Veggie Salad  1
                    serving
Day 7
Breakfast
 Blueberry Blast Smoothie  1 ½
                    serving Blueberry Blast Smoothie  1 ½
                    serving
 Apples and Almond Butter  1
                    apple Apples and Almond Butter  1
                    apple
Lunch
 Tuna Salad  2
                    serving Tuna Salad  2
                    serving
 Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates  1
                    banana Banana, Almond Butter, and Dates  1
                    banana
Dinner
 Carrots  1 ½
                    cup Carrots  1 ½
                    cup
Snack
 Kale Juice  1
                    serving Kale Juice  1
                    serving
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 Vegetarian Plant-based diet including dairy and eggs, avoiding meat for health and ethics Vegetarian Plant-based diet including dairy and eggs, avoiding meat for health and ethics
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 Mediterranean Rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and olive oil for a balanced, heart-healthy diet 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 Carb Reduces carbohydrate intake, focusing on proteins and fats for energy
 Low Fat Limits fat consumption, emphasizing lean proteins, grains, and vegetables Low Fat Limits fat consumption, emphasizing lean proteins, grains, and vegetables
 High Protein Prioritizes protein intake for muscle growth and repair, with balanced nutrients High Protein Prioritizes protein intake for muscle growth and repair, with balanced nutrients
 Gluten Free Avoids gluten, suitable for celiac or gluten sensitivity, focusing on alternative grains Gluten Free Avoids gluten, suitable for celiac or gluten sensitivity, focusing on alternative grains
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