3500 Calorie Meal Plan for Muscle Building and Weight Gain
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Whether you're looking to gain muscle, increase weight, or maintain your current physique, a 3500 calorie meal plan might be what you need to reach your goals. 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
Cottage Cheese & Raisins
1 serving
Lunch
Avocado & White Bean Salad
2 servings
Yogurt & Honeydew Melon
1 serving
Dinner
Easy Chili
3 servings
Orange and Pomegranate Salad
1 serving
Example Seven Day 3500 Calorie Meal Plan
Here's a sample meal plan with daily averages of 3424 Calories, 195g protein, 131g fat, and 406g carbs (339g 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
- 3424
- Average Carbs
- 406g
- Average Fat
- 131g
- Average Proteins
- 195g
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Day 1
Breakfast
Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
Apple Toast 1 serving
Lunch
Strawberry Grape Granola Parfait ½ serving
Green Bean Healthy Tuna Salad 4 ½ serving
Dinner
Lentil Salad 1 ½ serving
Buttered Egg Noodles ½ serving
Snack
Protein Yogurt and Blueberries 1 serving
Day 2
Breakfast
Peanut Butter Protein Oats 1 serving
Protein Berry Crumble 1 serving
Lunch
Basic Vegetable Juice 1 ½ serving
Ants on a Log 1 serving
Dinner
Greek Spaghetti 1 ½ serving
Green Pea & Almond Salad 1 serving
Snack
Peach and Blueberry Parfait 1 serving
Day 3
Breakfast
Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
Granola 1 ½ ounce
Lunch
Pecans 1 ½ ounce
Dinner
Sticky Garlic Noodles 1 ½ serving
Broccoli and Apple Salad 1 serving
Snack
Apple Walnut Parfait 1 serving
Day 4
Breakfast
Peanut Butter Protein Oats 2 serving
Protein Berry Crumble 1 serving
Lunch
Blueberry Shake 2 cups
Lettuce Cucumber Walnut Salad ½ serving
Dinner
Basil Pesto Angel Hair Pasta 1 serving
Green Bean Healthy Tuna Salad 3 serving
Snack
Peaches and Greens Smoothie 1 serving
Day 5
Breakfast
Antioxidant Smoothie 1 serving
Lunch
1000 Calorie Shake 1 shake
Brussels Sprout Slaw 1 serving
Dinner
Fruit & Fiber Chicken Salad 1 serving
Edamame Sesame Bowl 1 ½ serving
Snack
Strawberry Smoothie Bowl 1 serving
Day 6
Breakfast
Hazelnut and Banana "Sushi" 1 serving
Banana Berry "Ice Cream" 1 serving
Lunch
Keto Avocado Pepperoni Salad 1 serving
Dinner
Spaghetti with Onion and Mushroom 1 serving
Green Bean Healthy Tuna Salad 4 ½ serving
Snack
Chocolate Peanut Protein Shake 1 serving
Day 7
Breakfast
Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal 1 serving
Apples and Almond Butter on Toast 1 serving
Lunch
Peach and Blueberry Parfait 2 serving
Curry Spinach Salad ½ serving
Dinner
Tuna Steak with Salsa 1 serving
Carrots 1 ½ cup
Snack
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Keto Low-carb, high-fat diet focusing on ketosis for energy and weight management
Vegan Excludes all animal products, emphasizing plant-based foods for health and ethics
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
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
Other See how to follow other popular plans like Whole30, Low FODMAP, Pescetarian, and more
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