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Certainly, here is a 7-day menu plan for a vegan diet that provides all necessary vitamins and minerals, with a maximum of 2000 calories per day. I've included a shopping list for each week as well.
Week 1
Day 1
Breakfast:
1 cup cooked oatmeal (150 calories)
1 banana (105 calories)
1 tbsp chia seeds (70 calories)
1 cup almond milk (30 calories)
Total calories: 355
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus
Benefits: Oatmeal is high in fiber and can help lower cholesterol levels. Bananas are rich in potassium, which can help lower blood pressure. Chia seeds are a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce inflammation.
Snack:
1 medium apple (95 calories)
2 tbsp almond butter (200 calories)
Total calories: 295
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Apples are a good source of fiber and antioxidants. Almond butter is a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Lunch:
2 cups mixed greens (20 calories)
1/2 cup quinoa, cooked (110 calories)
1/2 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed (120 calories)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (15 calories)
1/2 avocado (120 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (10 calories)
Total calories: 515
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Quinoa is a complete protein and a good source of fiber. Chickpeas are also a good source of protein and fiber. Avocado provides healthy fats and fiber. Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Snack:
1 cup baby carrots (45 calories)
2 tbsp hummus (70 calories)
Total calories: 115
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Carrots are a good source of Vitamin A, which is important for eye health. Hummus is a good source of protein and fiber.
Dinner:
1 cup lentil soup (150 calories)
1 slice whole wheat bread (80 calories)
1 tsp vegan butter (45 calories)
1 cup steamed broccoli (55 calories)
Total calories: 330
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Lentils are a good source of protein and fiber. Broccoli is a good source of Vitamin C and folate.
Day 2
Breakfast:
2 slices whole wheat toast (160 calories)
2 tbsp almond butter (200 calories)
1 cup fresh berries (50 calories)
Total calories: 410
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Whole wheat toast is a good source of fiber. Almond butter is a good source of healthy fats and protein. Berries are a good source of antioxidants.
Snack:
1 medium pear (100 calories)
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (80 calories)
Total calories: 180
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium, Zinc
Benefits: Pears are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Pumpkin seeds are a good source
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Lunch:
2 cups spinach (14 calories)
1/2 cup quinoa, cooked (110 calories)
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (110 calories)
1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced (20 calories)
1/2 cup cucumber, sliced (8 calories)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (200 calories)
2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette (70 calories)
Total calories: 532
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Spinach is a good source of Vitamin K and Iron. Black beans are a good source of protein and fiber. Walnuts provide healthy fats and antioxidants.
Snack:
1 medium orange (65 calories)
2 tbsp sunflower seeds (90 calories)
Total calories: 155
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Oranges are a good source of Vitamin C. Sunflower seeds are a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Dinner:
1 serving vegetable stir fry (250 calories)
1 cup mixed veggies (30 calories)
1/2 cup tofu, cubed (90 calories)
1/2 cup brown rice, cooked (110 calories)
2 tbsp soy sauce (20 calories)
Total calories: 460
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Mixed veggies provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Tofu is a good source of protein and iron. Brown rice is a good source of fiber and magnesium.
Day 3
Breakfast:
1 cup cooked quinoa (110 calories)
1/2 cup blueberries (40 calories)
1/4 cup sliced almonds (132 calories)
1 tbsp maple syrup (52 calories)
1 cup almond milk (30 calories)
Total calories: 364
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Quinoa is a complete protein and a good source of fiber. Blueberries are a good source of antioxidants. Almonds provide healthy fats and protein.
Snack:
1 medium apple (95 calories)
2 tbsp cashew butter (180 calories)
Total calories: 275
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Apples are a good source of fiber and antioxidants. Cashew butter is a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Lunch:
2 cups mixed greens (20 calories)
1/2 cup lentils, cooked (115 calories)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (15 calories)
1/2 avocado (120 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (10 calories)
Total calories: 400
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Lentils are a good source of protein and fiber. Avocado provides healthy fats and fiber. Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Snack:
1 cup baby carrots (45 calories)
2 tbsp hummus (70 calories)
Total calories: 115
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Carrots are a good source of
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Vitamin A and potassium. Hummus is a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Dinner:
1 serving vegan lentil soup (300 calories)
1 cup cooked lentils (115 calories)
1 cup mixed veggies (30 calories)
1 cup vegetable broth (10 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1 tsp cumin (5 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
Total calories: 420
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Lentils are a good source of protein and fiber. Mixed veggies provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Day 4
Breakfast:
1 slice whole grain toast (100 calories)
2 tbsp avocado (40 calories)
1/2 cup sliced tomato (10 calories)
1 tbsp nutritional yeast (30 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
Total calories: 180
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Whole grain bread is a good source of fiber. Avocado provides healthy fats and fiber. Tomatoes are a good source of Vitamin C and potassium. Nutritional yeast is a good source of Vitamin B12.
Snack:
1 medium banana (105 calories)
2 tbsp chia seeds (130 calories)
Total calories: 235
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Bananas are a good source of potassium and fiber. Chia seeds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
Lunch:
2 cups arugula (20 calories)
1/2 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed (120 calories)
1/2 cup roasted sweet potato, cubed (80 calories)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (120 calories)
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (90 calories)
2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette (70 calories)
Total calories: 500
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Arugula is a good source of Vitamin K and folate. Chickpeas are a good source of protein and fiber. Sweet potatoes provide Vitamin A and potassium. Dried cranberries are a good source of antioxidants. Pumpkin seeds are a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Snack:
1 medium pear (100 calories)
2 tbsp almond butter (190 calories)
Total calories: 290
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Pears are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Almond butter is a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Dinner:
1 serving vegan lasagna (400 calories)
1 cup tomato sauce (50 calories)
1 cup zucchini, sliced (20 calories)
1 cup spinach (7 calories)
1/2 cup tofu ricotta (70 calories)
1/2 cup whole wheat lasagna noodles, cooked (110 calories)
1/4 cup vegan mozzarella cheese (143 calories)
Total calories: 570
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Zucchini provides Vitamin C and potassium. Spinach is a
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good source of iron and Vitamin K. Tofu ricotta is a good source of protein and calcium. Whole wheat lasagna noodles provide fiber. Vegan mozzarella cheese is a good source of calcium.
Day 5
Breakfast:
1/2 cup rolled oats, cooked in 1 cup almond milk (170 calories)
1 medium apple, chopped (95 calories)
1 tbsp chia seeds (70 calories)
1 tsp cinnamon (6 calories)
Total calories: 341
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Rolled oats are a good source of fiber and protein. Almond milk provides Vitamin E and calcium. Apples are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Chia seeds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Cinnamon has antioxidant properties.
Snack:
1 medium orange (62 calories)
1/4 cup raw almonds (130 calories)
Total calories: 192
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium
Benefits: Oranges are a good source of Vitamin C. Raw almonds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
Lunch:
1 serving vegan quinoa bowl (400 calories)
1/2 cup cooked quinoa (111 calories)
1/2 cup roasted sweet potato, cubed (80 calories)
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (114 calories)
1/2 cup roasted broccoli (50 calories)
1/4 avocado, sliced (40 calories)
2 tbsp cilantro lime dressing (5 calories)
Total calories: 495
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Quinoa is a good source of protein and fiber. Sweet potatoes provide Vitamin A and potassium. Black beans are a good source of protein and fiber. Broccoli is a good source of Vitamin C and folate. Avocado provides healthy fats and fiber. Cilantro lime dressing adds flavor and antioxidants.
Snack:
1 medium apple (95 calories)
1 tbsp almond butter (95 calories)
Total calories: 190
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Apples are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Almond butter is a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Dinner:
1 serving vegan lentil shepherd's pie (400 calories)
1 cup cooked lentils (115 calories)
1 cup mixed veggies (30 calories)
1 cup mashed sweet potato (100 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
Total calories: 495
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Lentils are a good source of protein and fiber. Mixed veggies provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Sweet potatoes provide Vitamin A and potassium. Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Day 6
Breakfast:
1 slice whole grain toast (100 calories)
2 tbsp almond butter (190 calories)
1 medium banana, sliced (105 calories)
Total calories: 395
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Whole grain bread is a good source of fiber. Almond butter is a good
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source of healthy fats and protein. Bananas are a good source of fiber and potassium.
Snack:
1 small carrot, sliced (25 calories)
1/4 cup hummus (93 calories)
Total calories: 118
Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Carrots are a good source of Vitamin A and fiber. Hummus provides protein and healthy fats.
Lunch:
1 serving vegan black bean soup (400 calories)
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (227 calories)
1/2 cup chopped onion (30 calories)
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (15 calories)
1/2 cup chopped celery (8 calories)
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes (20 calories)
1 garlic clove, minced (5 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1 tsp chili powder (6 calories)
1/2 tsp cumin (4 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
Total calories: 425
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Black beans are a good source of protein and fiber. Vegetables provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Olive oil is a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Snack:
1 small pear (57 calories)
1 oz vegan dark chocolate (150 calories)
Total calories: 207
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Pears are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Dark chocolate provides antioxidants.
Dinner:
1 serving vegan lentil bolognese over whole grain pasta (400 calories)
1 cup cooked lentils (115 calories)
1/2 cup chopped onion (30 calories)
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms (10 calories)
1 garlic clove, minced (5 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1 cup marinara sauce (80 calories)
2 oz whole grain pasta, cooked (40 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
Total calories: 400
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Lentils are a good source of protein and fiber. Vegetables provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Whole grain pasta provides fiber.
Day 7
Breakfast:
1/2 cup tofu scramble (160 calories)
1/2 cup crumbled firm tofu (90 calories)
1/4 cup chopped onion (15 calories)
1/4 cup chopped bell pepper (7 calories)
1/4 cup chopped mushrooms (5 calories)
1/2 tsp turmeric (3 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 medium orange (62 calories)
Total calories: 222
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Tofu provides protein and calcium. Vegetables provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties.
Snack:
1 small apple (95 calories)
1/4 cup raw cashews (150 calories)
Total calories: 245
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
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Benefits: Apples are a good source of fiber and Vitamin C. Cashews provide healthy fats and protein.
Lunch:
1 serving vegan quinoa salad (400 calories)
1/2 cup cooked quinoa (111 calories)
1/4 cup chopped red onion (20 calories)
1/4 cup chopped cucumber (4 calories)
1/4 cup chopped tomato (7 calories)
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper (9 calories)
1/4 cup chopped yellow bell pepper (10 calories)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (1 calorie)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1 tbsp lemon juice (3 calories)
Salt and pepper to taste
Total calories: 400
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Quinoa is a good source of protein and fiber. Vegetables provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate. Olive oil provides healthy fats and antioxidants.
Snack:
1 medium banana (105 calories)
1 tbsp almond butter (98 calories)
Total calories: 203
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate, Potassium
Benefits: Bananas are a good source of fiber and potassium. Almond butter provides healthy fats and protein.
Dinner:
1 serving vegan sweet potato and black bean enchiladas (400 calories)
1 medium sweet potato, baked and mashed (103 calories)
1 cup cooked black beans, drained and rinsed (227 calories)
1/2 cup chopped onion (30 calories)
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (15 calories)
1 garlic clove, minced (5 calories)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 calories)
1/2 tsp chili powder (6 calories)
1/2 tsp cumin (4 calories)
4 corn tortillas (100 calories)
1/4 cup vegan shredded cheese (40 calories)
Total calories: 400
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Benefits: Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber and Vitamin A. Black beans provide protein and fiber. Vegetables provide a variety of nutrients, including Vitamin C and folate.
Shopping List:
1 package firm tofu
1 can chickpeas
1 can black beans
1 can lentils
1 bag spinach
1 bag kale
1 bag carrots
1 bag celery
1 bag bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
1 bag mushrooms
1 bag onions
1 bag garlic
1 bag sweet potatoes
1 bag tomatoes
1 cucumber
1 bunch bananas
1 bag apples
1 bag pears
1 bag oranges
1 bag quinoa
1 bag brown rice
1 bag whole grain pasta
1 can marinara sauce
1 jar salsa
1 package corn tortillas
1 package vegan shredded cheese
1 package raw cashews
1 jar almond butter
1 jar hummus
1 bar vegan dark chocolate
Olive oil
Lemon juice
Salt and pepper
Turmeric
Chili powder
Cumin
Fresh parsley
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