A free, 7-day high protein diet meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and Weight Watchers points.


7 Day High Protein Diet Meal Plan
When the temperatures rise, your body works harder to stay cool—burning more energy and losing fluids faster through sweat. That’s where a high-protein diet comes in. Protein helps repair muscles, keeps you feeling full longer, and supports energy levels during those busy, sun-soaked days. But here’s the catch: protein metabolism requires water, so staying hydrated is just as important. Drinking plenty of fluids helps your body process protein efficiently and keeps you from overheating. So this summer, fuel up smart—with recipes like this Grilled Salmon Bruschetta with Avocado or Air Fryer Greek Chicken and drink plenty of water to feel your best in the heat!
Update About New WW Points Plan
For all my WW friends, WW added new 0 point foods (yay for oatmeal!) but it will take time for me to update my recipes. So far I have everything from 2025 to 2018 updated. The great news is every recipe on my site is linked to WW recipe builder (only works from your phone) so it will automatically give you the new points.
Why High Protein?
As many of you know, I’ve been following a high-protein diet for the past few years for muscle gain, and it’s been a total game changer for me! I feel stronger and more satisfied, which keeps me from reaching for sweets or chips between meals or at the end of the day. I know a lot of you struggle with hitting your protein goals, so I was inspired to create this high-protein meal plan for the week. If you enjoy it, I’ll share 1 or 2 each month. Plus, I’m working on a high-protein cookbook, so stay tuned!
To reach my protein goals, I typically divide it across three meals. For example, if my goal is 120 grams of protein per day, I aim for at least 30 grams per meal, plus 10 to 30 grams with each snack. If you’re not sure how much protein you should eat in a day, this article may be helpful.
How It Works
If you’re new to my meal plans, these are meant as a guide, with plenty of wiggle room for you to add more food, coffee, beverages, fruits, snacks, dessert, etc. or swap recipes out for meals you prefer, you can search for recipes by course in the index. Depending on your goals, you should aim for at least 1500 calories* per day. There’s no one size fits all, this will range by your goals, your age, weight, etc. Always talk to your nutritionist or dietician for your specific needs.
Note
Those with kidney or liver disease, gout, specific metabolic disorders, or older adults with reduced kidney function may need to limit protein to avoid complications. It’s always best to consult a healthcare provider or dietitian before significantly increasing protein intake, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.
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High Protein Diet Meal Plan:
Breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday, are designed to serve 1 while dinners and all meals on Saturday and Sunday are designed to serve a family of 4. Some recipes make enough leftovers for two nights or lunch the next day. The grocery list is comprehensive and includes everything you need to make all meals on the plan. Add some high protein snacks to help you reach your protein goals.
MONDAY (7/28)
B: Strawberry Banana Smoothie
L: Chicken Egg Roll Bowl
D: Air Fryer Peanut Curry Tofu with Gingery Cauliflower Rice (recipe x 2)
Total Calories: 1,310* Protein: 105.5g
TUESDAY (7/29)
B: Peach Pie Cottage Cheese Bowls
L: Chicken Egg Roll Bowl
D: Slow Cooker Birria Tacos and Grilled Corn Salad with Cotija
Total Calories: 1,225* Protein: 114g
WEDNESDAY (7/30)
B: Peach Pie Cottage Cheese Bowls
L: Chicken Egg Roll Bowl
D: LEFTOVER Slow Cooker Birria Tacos and Grilled Corn Salad with Cotija
Total Calories: 1,225* Protein: 114g
THURSDAY (7/31)
B: Strawberry Banana Smoothie
L: Turkey Club with 8 baby carrots
D: Stuffed Turkey Cheeseburger with Cucumber Melon Salad
Total Calories: 1,224* Protein: 112g
FRIDAY (8/1)
B: Strawberry Banana Smoothie
L: Turkey Club with 8 baby carrots
D: Blackened Grilled Salmon Skewers with Potato and Green Bean Salad (½ recipe)
Total Calories: 1,146* Protein: 104g
SATURDAY (8/2)
B: Greek Yogurt with Berries Nuts and Honey (recipe x 4)
L: Chopped Salad with Shrimp, Blue Cheese and Bacon (recipe x 2)
D: DINNER OUT
Total Calories: 618* Protein: 54.5g
SUNDAY (8/3)
B: Turkey Chorizo Breakfast Bowls
L: Lentil Bowls with Avocado Egg and Cholula (recipe x 2)
D: Creamy Chicken Foil Packets with Couscous (recipe x 4)
Total Calories: 1,291* Protein: 106g
*This is just a guide, women should aim for around 1500 calories per day. Here’s a helpful calculator to estimate your calorie needs. I’ve left plenty of wiggle room for you to add more food such as coffee, beverages, fruits, snacks, dessert, wine, etc.

*Google doc
Shopping list
Produce
- 3 medium bananas
- 1 (1-pound) container fresh strawberries
- 2 (6-ounce) containers berries (your choice)
- 2 medium peaches
- 1 small cantaloupe
- 1 medium lime
- 3 large lemons
- 3 small (5-ounce) Hass avocados
- 2 large heads garlic
- 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger
- 2 small PLUS 6 large ears of corn
- 1 pound baby gold or red potatoes
- 1 ¾ pounds new potatoes
- 2 heads baby bok choy
- 1 small bag baby carrots
- ½ pound string beans
- 2 medium cucumbers
- 1 medium bag tri-color or broccoli slaw
- 2 (12-ounce) packages riced cauliflower (can buy frozen, if desired)
- 2 medium bunches scallions
- 1 medium bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 small bunch/container fresh basil
- 1 small bunch fresh Italian parsley
- 1 head butter lettuce
- 1 small head Iceberg lettuce
- 1 small bunch/container watercress or baby arugula
- 1 dry pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4 medium vine-ripened tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 large yellow onion
Meat, Poultry and Fish
- 1 package center-cut bacon
- 1 package turkey chorizo
- 1 pound 93% lean ground chicken
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
- 6 ounces sliced deli turkey (I like Boar’s Head)
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 ½ pounds (4) skinless salmon filets
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ½ pounds beef pot roast or chuck roast
Condiments and Spices
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Canola oil
- Cooking spray
- Olive oil spray (or get a Misto oil mister)
- Kosher salt (I like Diamond Crystal)
- Pepper grinder (or fresh peppercorns)
- Vanilla extract (optional, for Strawberry Smoothie)
- Ground cinnamon
- Honey
- Garlic powder
- Cholula
- Reduced sodium soy sauce*
- Mirin
- Sesame oil
- Light mayonnaise
- Curry powder
- Sriracha sauce
- Onion powder
- Oregano
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- White vinegar
- Bay leaves
- Za’atar (can sub ½ teaspoon cumin in Cucumber Melon Salad, if desired)
- White balsamic vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Paprika
- Cayenne pepper
- Thyme
- Tajin or other chili lime seasoning
- Ketchup, mustard or other burger condiments (optional, for Turkey Burger)
Dairy & Misc. Refrigerated Items
- 2 (14-ounce) packages extra firm tofu
- 1 18-pack large eggs
- 1 (16-ounce) container low fat cottage cheese (I like Good Culture)
- 1 (32-ounce) container nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 half gallon low fat milk or dairy free milk of your choice
- 1 (8-ounce) block reduced fat cream cheese
- 1 small block feta cheese in water
- 1 small package cotija cheese
- 1 small blue cheese or gorgonzola cheese
- 1 (8-ounce) bag shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 package sliced reduced fat cheddar or American cheese
- 1 small wedge fresh Parmesan cheese
Grains*
- 1 small package dry white rice (or 2 cups pre-cooked)
- 1 small package dry pearl couscous
- 1 large package corn tortillas (you need 16)
- 1 small loaf sliced whole grain bread (I like Dave’s Killer Thin Sliced)
- 1 small package whole wheat hamburger buns
Canned and Jarred
- 1 (2.25-ounce) can sliced black olives
- 1 small can/jar chipotle chilies in adobo
- 1 small can crushed tomatoes (fire roasted, if you can find it)
- 1 (32-ounce) carton beef broth
- 1 (32-ounce) carton low sodium chicken broth
- 1 small jar sliced pickles
- 1 small jar peanut butter
Misc. Dry Goods
- 1 small package ground flax (meal)
- 1 package unflavored whey or pea protein powder
- Monk fruit sweetener or your favorite sweetener
- 1 small package brown sugar
- 1 small package shelled roasted pistachios (if buying from bulk bin, you need 2 tablespoons)
- 1 small package walnut halves (if buying from bulk bin, you need ¼ cup)
- 1 small package shelled peanuts (if buying from bulk bin, you need ¼ cup)
- 1 small package dry lentils (or 3 cups pre-cooked)
Non-Food Items
*You can buy gluten free, if desired