What is one of the basics of living a healthy lifestyle?
Following a basic meal plan that is conducive to your lifestyle, your health and keeps you on track towards your goals. Any plan should offer a basic style anyone can follow but also can be customized to your specific needs and wants.
There should be room for slight changes and improvements that gear towards losing weight, maintaining weight or even gaining muscle or toning up.
For some reason, these types of nutrition plans can be hard to find and sometimes even when you do find one there is no guidance or accountabilty along with it. That’s where Kelli and I want to help!
**This healthy weekly meal plan will offer you an easy meal plan that encompasses all of the basic building blocks of great health and well-being: proper nutrition, flexible times and options, customizing certain meals and adding or lessening calorie intake to aid your specific health goals!
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Quick Overview of Weekly Meal Plan
This will consist of 5 full days of meals and snacks for you to follow. Depending on your body weight and your health goals, you may need more or fewer calories. The total calories of this weekly meal plan will be approximately 1850-1950 calories.
- Each day will will consist of three full meals, two-snacks that are based around lean protein and a healthy snack at night (fruit).
- First meal (breakfast) will be around 250-300 calories, snacks (lean protein) are about 150 calories each, and the last meal (dinner) including the fruit snack will range around 800 calories.
- Because this is a sample meal plan for weight loss, each day will consistent of a healthy meal replacement shake. The Formula 1 Healthy Meal is easy to prepare, high in protein which will make it a filling breakfast and includes one serving of fruit or vegetables for added vitamins, minerals and fiber.
- Each day will include a main entree/meal that will be used for 2 seperate meals. This will add convenience for someone who has a busy schedule and does not have the time to cook multiple healthy meals.
- For each healthy breakfast smoothie a quality blender is needed. We recommend the Vitamix for best results and the Nutri-Ninja as a close second. Both of these will provide the best tasting smoothies.
- All meals should be within 2-3 hours of each other and each snack should be in between two meals. Eat snacks depending on individual hunger.
Healthy Weekly Meal Plan
Day One
*Start off this healthy weekly meal plan with an amazing lineup of healthy meals and snacks. Begin right with a kiwi spinach smoothie in the morning to feed your body excellent energy and nutrition. End the day with delicious salmon burgers and a simple green salad.
Breakfast: Kiwi Spinach Smoothie
- 2 scoops Formula 1 Healthy Meal (Vanilla)
- 1 cup milk (skim, almond or soy) OR 1 scoop Protein Drink Mix
- 1 Kiwi, sliced
- 1 cup frozen pineapple pieces
- 2 cups spinach leaves
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Snack #1: High Protein Bar
- Look for a protein bar around approximately 150 calories. There are many to choose from but these are the best high protein bars –> Deluxe Protein Bars
Lunch: Apple and Kale Salad with Lentil Soup
- In a medium bowl, make a salad dressing by stirring together 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Add 3 cups (200g) finely shredded fresh kale leaves, 1 large grated carrot and 1 medium diced apple, then toss.
- Best Lentil Soup Recipe
Snack #2: Sliced Egg and Tomato
- Make one hard boiled egg. Slice a fresh tomato and top with egg slices. Season with salt & pepper.
Dinner: Salmon Burgers with Green Salad, Spicy Beans and Sautéed Carrots
- 2 frozen salmon burger patties or make your own
- 1 Hamburger Bun (Whole Grain)
- Onion, Pickle and Tomato for toppings
- 1/2 cup canned pinto beans sprinkled with chilli powder
- 1 cup sautéed carrots
- (cook extra 1/2 cup of carrots and set aside for tomorrow’s breakfast smoothie)
Green salad – Mix 4 cups of baby spinach leaves with 2 tbsp of Italian Dressing,
Snack# 3- 1 cup fresh Strawberries
Day Two
*This healthy weekly meal plan continues right where it left off starting with a delicious carrot pineapple smoothie along with protein-rich snacks like a rice cake with peanut butter and cottage cheese.
Breakfast: Carrot Pineapple Smoothie
- 2 Scoops Formula 1 Healthy Meal (Vanilla)
- 1 cup milk (non-fat, almond or soy)
- 1/2 cup sautéed carrots
- 1 cup frozen pineapple pieces
- 4 ice cubes
Place all ingredients into blender and blend until smooth and all ice cubes have been thoroughly crushed.
Snack #1- Rice Cake and Peanut Butter
- Spread rice cake with 1 tbsp of peanut butter OR almond butter
Lunch: Greek Salad with Lemon Chicken
- Lemon Chicken Recipe Video
- How to make Greek Salad -4 cups mixed baby greens, sliced cucumber, tomato, red pepper, 1 ounce crumbled reduced fat feta cheese. Toss with 1 tbsp each olive oil and lemon juice, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, salt and pepper. Top with 6 ounces (170g) glazed chicken, sliced or diced.
Snack #2- Cottage Cheese and Mixed Veggies
- Top 3/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese with 1/2 cup chopped mixed veggies (carrots, cucumbers and red pepper) Salt and pepper to taste
Dinner: Turkey Meatballs Baked over Penne Pasta
- Whisk together 1/2 cup nonfat milk and 1 egg in a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs; let stand 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Mix in 1 pound ground turkey breast until well combined. Shape into 1” balls, place on lightly oiled baking sheet, and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
- Add a 24 oz can of marinara sauce to the baked turkey meatballs and heat thoroughly. Mix in separate bowl with 1 1/2 cups of cooked penne pasta.
- Serve with a healthy green salad with vinaigrette dressing
Snack #3- 1 apple, banana OR Orange
Day Three
*Healthy weekly meal plan continues it’s path of starting off the day with a healthy meal replacement shake only this time satisfying your chocolate craving. Introduces new healthy protein options with quinoa and tofu to spice up taste and nutrients.
Breakfast: Strawberry Chocolate Smoothie
- 2 scoops Formula 1 Healthy Meal (Chocolate)
- 1 cup milk (non-fat, almond or soy)
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 drop vanilla extract
- 4 ice cubes
Place all ingredients into blender and blend until smooth making sure all ice cubes are thoroughly crushed.
Snack #1- Greek Yogurt with Fruit
- Mix 1 carton of Greek Yogurt with 1/2 cup of blueberries
Lunch: Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich
- Chop 6 ounces grilled chicken breast and toss in a bowl with chopped lettuce, spring onions, one medium grated carrot, 1/4 of a diced avocado and a diced orange. Drizzle with a little balsamic vinegar, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cut a whole grain pita bread in half, and stuff chicken mixture into the two pockets.
Snack #2- Quick Bean Salad
- Mix 1/2 cup cooked white beans with 1 small chopped tomato and 1 tbsp low-fat Italian salad dressing.
Dinner: Baked Teriyaki Tofu with Quinioa Asparagus and Mushrooms
- Teriyaki Baked Tofu Recipe – Slice a block of extra firm tofu and arrange in a single layer on a lightly greased baking pan. Coat lightly with a few tbsps of bottled teriyaki sauce. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Quinoa – Finely chop onion then sauté in a small amount of olive oil over medium heat until soft. Add quinoa and chicken or vegetable stock (two parts liquid to one part quinoa). Stir and bring to a boil, cover, turn heat to medium low and cook 10-12 minutes.
- Vegetables – Sauté fresh asparagus and sliced mushrooms in small amount of canola oil. Season with salt, pepper and fresh garlic.
Use extra quinoa and tofu for meals in the last 2 days.
Serve -1 1/2 cups quinoa with half of the roasted tofu and vegetables. Drizzle with soy sauce if desired.
Snack #3- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
Day Four
*Day 4 starts off with a one of a kind healthy peach smoothie, and includes a hearty flank steak along couscous and roasted broccoli.
Breakfast: Healthy Peach Smoothie
- 2 scoops Formula 1 Healthy Meal (Vanilla)
- 1 cup milk (non-fat or soy)
- 1 cup frozen peaches
- Few dashes ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 4 ice cubes
Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth and all ice cubes are completely crushed.
Snack #1- Cashews and Fruit
- 1/3 cup raw cashews and 1 banana or orange
Lunch: Chicken and Quinoa Salad
Mix Together-
- 1/2 cup leftover cooked quinoa pilaf
- 1 cup diced roasted chicken breast
- 4 pieces jarred marinated artichoke hearts, drained and sliced
- 1/2 cup canned or jarred roasted red peppers
- 1 tbsp vinaigrette dressing
Place on a layer of fresh greens like spinach and romaine lettuce.
Dessert: 1 apple
Snack #2- Nonfat Latte
- 12 ounces low-fat milk or soy milk mixed with 1-2 shots of espresso. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Dinner: Grilled Flank Steak with Couscous and Broccoli
- How to roast broccoli: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, toss in a bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast 15-20 minutes until some edges of the broccoli are starting to brown. (Cook an extra serving for lunch on Day Five)
- How to prepare couscous: Prepare according to package directions using water or broth; add 1/2 teaspoon curry powder to liquid. 1 serving = 1 cup cooked couscous
- How to cook flank steak: Preheat broiler pan on the oven rack closest to the broiler element. Rub the flank steak with 1-2 teaspoons olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. When the pan is hot, lay the steak on the pan and broil 5-6 minutes, then turn and broil 5-6 minutes until medium-rare. Remove from oven, let rest on the cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain and at an angle into thin slices. 1 serving = 6 ounces cooked flank steak
Snack #3- Beverage Mix Drink
- 2 scoops of Beverage Mix with 8 bounces of water
Day Five
*Like coffee? On the final day of the healthy weekly meal plan you will start off with a delicious Coffee Mocha Protein Shake for breakfast and grilled fish tacos to end the night. Ending the meal plan in style!
Breakfast: Coffee Mocha Protein Shake
- 2 scoops Formula 1 Healthy Meal (Chocolate)
- 1 cup nonfat milk or plain soy milk
- 1/2 medium banana
- 2 tsp instant coffee powder or shot of espresso
- Dash cinnamon
- 4 ice cubes
Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth and all ice cubes are thoroughly crushed.
Snack #1- Spinach and Egg Cup
- Put 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach in microwaveable coffee mug. Microwave on high 30 seconds. Pour in 1 beaten egg, seasoned with salt and pepper, and microwave another 90 seconds, stirring after 45 seconds.
Lunch: Noodle Soup with Tofu, Shrimp and Broccoli
- How to make Noodle Soup: Bring 2 cups chicken broth to a low boil. Add 2 ounces dry soba noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes until just tender. Add 3 ounces frozen cooked shrimp and 4 ounces roasted tofu. Cook for a few more minutes until heated through. Add 1 cup leftover roasted broccoli and heat for another minute or two. Top with a handful of diced spring onions and a dash each of rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce and ground white pepper.
Snack #2- Tuna and Crackers
- Mix 2 ounces canned water-pack tuna with 1 tbsp Dijon mustard. Spread on 4 medium-sized whole grain crackers.
Dinner: Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw
How to make a quick slaw: Finely chop cabbage or mix packaged shredded cabbage with lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper to taste.
- 2 corn tortillas
- 6 ounces (170g) (weighed after cooking) grilled firm fish (halibut, cod, snapper)
- 1/4 medium avocado, sliced
- Salsa
Prepare beans by heating 1 cup canned black beans and seasoning with a dash of ground cumin.
Heat corn tortillas and top with grilled fish, cabbage mixture, avocado and salsa. Serve with beans on the side.
Snack #3- 1 apple, orange or banana
There you have it, the full and complete healthy weekly meal plan! Filled with an array of healthy and delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options, this complete meal plan can be just the head start you need to get into the habit of eating the right way!
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