30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (2024)

Table of Contents
Week 1 How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals Day 1 Breakfast (259 calories, 10 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Lunch (340 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (32 calories, 7 g carbohydrates) Dinner (508 calories, 47 g carbohydrates) Day 2 Breakfast (252 calories, 26 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (61 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (543 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) Day 3 Breakfast (266 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (110 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (92 calories, 3 g carbohydrates) Dinner (459 calories, 29 g carbohydrates) Day 4 Breakfast (260 calories, 23 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (218 calories, 28 g carbohydrates) Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates) Dinner (409 calories, 19 g carbohydrates) Day 5 Breakfast (260 calories, 23 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (209 calories, 26 g carbohydrates) Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (145 calories, 17 g carbohydrates) Dinner (300 calories, 32 g carbohydrates) Day 6 Breakfast (260 calories, 48 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (115 calories, 6 g carbohydrates) Lunch (300 calories, 32 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates) Dinner (436 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) Day 7 Breakfast (260 calories, 48 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (61 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Lunch (436 calories, 21 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (62 calories, 2 g carbohydrates) Dinner (400 calories, 37 g carbohydrates) Week 2 How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals Day 8 Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (62 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Lunch (360 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates) Dinner (414 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) Day 9 Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (143 calories, 19 g carbohydrates) Lunch (216 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (141 calories, 27 carbohydrates) Dinner (448 calories, 45 g carbohydrates) Day 10 Breakfast (238 calories, 41 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (153 calories, 18 g carbohydrates) Lunch (278 calories, 31 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (135 calories, 18 g carbohydrates) Dinner (397 calories, 13 g carbohydrates) Day 11 Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (139 calories, 17 g carbohydrates) Lunch (311 calories, 41 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 carbohydrates) Dinner (389 calories, 12 g carbohydrates) Day 12 Breakfast (238 calories, 41 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (179 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) Lunch (216 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (266 calories, 26 g carbohydrates) Dinner (316 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) Day 13 Breakfast (277 calories, 24 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Lunch (316 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (209 calories, 26 g carbohydrates) Dinner (336 calories, 10 g carbohydrates) Day 14 Breakfast (285 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (162 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) Lunch (336 calories, 10 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (355 calories, 65 g carbohydrates) Week 3 How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals Day 15 Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (110 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Lunch (350 calories, 53 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates) Dinner (383 calories, 11 g carbohydrates) Day 16 Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (110 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates) Dinner (367 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Day 17 Breakfast (260 calories, 23 carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (78 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates) Dinner (377 calories, 27 g carbohydrates) Day 18 Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (109 calories, 10 g carbohydrates) Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates) Dinner (371 calories, 28 g carbohydrates) Day 19 Breakfast (260 calories, 23 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates) Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack: (61 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (443 calories, 12 g carbohydrates) Day 20 Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrate) Lunch (324 calories, 31 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (216 calories, 28 g carbohydrates) Dinner (257 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Day 21 Breakfast (285 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (48 calories, 11 g carbohydrates) Lunch (324 calories, 31 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (116 calories, 4 g carbohydrates) Dinner (409 calories, 44 g carbohydrates) Week 4 How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals Day 22 Breakfast (260 calories, 49 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates) Lunch (436 calories, 21 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (64 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (414 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) Day 23 Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (107 calories, 17 g carbohydrates) Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (430 calories, 31 g carbohydrates) Day 24 Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (115 calories, 1 g carbohydrate) Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (42 calories, 11 g carbohydrates) Dinner (431 calories, 41 g carbohydrates) Day 25 Breakfast: (221 calories, 21 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (30 calories 8 g carbohydrates) Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (63 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) Dinner (553 calories, 28 g carbohydrates) Day 26 Breakfast (252 calories, 26 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates) Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (442 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Day 27 Breakfast (344 calories, 26 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates) Lunch (360 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrates) Dinner: (332 calories, 18 g carbohydrates) Day 28 Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack: (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates) Lunch: (332 calories, 18 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrate) Dinner (350 calories, 18 g carbohydrates) Week 5 How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals Day 29 Breakfast (285 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (64 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Lunch (355 calories, 65 carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates) Dinner (453 calories, 14 g carbohydrates) Day 30 Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates) A.M. Snack (115 calories, 1 g carbohydrates) Lunch (363 calories, 52 g carbohydrates) P.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrates) Dinner (324 calories, 16 g carbohydrates) You Did It! References

Carbohydrates have been villainized for their alleged contribution to weight gain. Some research, as outlined in a 2023 StatPearls article, suggests that a very low-carb diet can be effective initially for weight loss. However, the article also points out that after a year or so, all types of diets, including low-carb and low-fat, produce similar rates of weight loss.

There are differing opinions regarding how many carbs are in a low-carb diet, but the truth is you don't have to go as low as the keto and Whole30 diets suggest to get weight loss benefits. One of the reasons eating less carbohydrates works for weight loss is because you're eating fewer calories when you curb carb intake.

When you cut higher-carb foods from your diet—like whole grains, legumes, certain fruits and starchy vegetables—you also end up cutting fiber, as those carb-containing foods provide the majority of fiber in the diet. Since fiber helps keep you feeling full and satisfied after meals, you want to be sure you're still getting enough each day.

Plus, carbohydrate-rich foods provide a lot of important nutrients, some of which are really difficult to get from other foods. With that in mind, we kept this meal plan low in carbs but not so low that you'd miss out on these important nutrients. You'll still see healthy carb-containing foods in this plan—like fruit, Greek yogurt and beans—along with healthy low-carb foods—like lean protein and healthy fats—that when combined, create an easy-to-follow 30-day low-carb meal plan for weight loss.

Simple 30-Day Weight-Loss Meal Plan

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (1)

Whether you follow this meal plan exactly as it's laid out or simply use it as an inspirational guide for following a healthy low-carb diet, we're sure you'll find it helpful. Couple this healthy meal plan with regular exercise, and you're on track to lose a healthy 1 to 2 pounds per week.

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (2)

Week 1

How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals

  1. Make the Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins. Wrap airtight and refrigerate in a large reusable bag to have for breakfast on Days 2 and 3. Freeze the remaining muffins to have later in the month. To reheat, remove plastic wrap, wrap in a paper towel and microwave on High for 30 to 45 seconds.
  2. Prep the Vegan Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower Rice recipe to have for lunch on Days 2, 3, 4 and 5. Store in an airtight container to keep fresh all week long.

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Day 1

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Breakfast (259 calories, 10 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

A.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Lunch (340 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Chipotle-Cheddar Broiled Avocado Halves (1/2 avocado)
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. vinaigrette

P.M. Snack (32 calories, 7 g carbohydrates)

  • 1/2 cup raspberries

Dinner (508 calories, 47 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Shrimp Scampi Zoodles
  • 1 (3-inch) slice whole-wheat baguette, toasted and drizzled with 1 tsp. olive oil

Daily Totals: 1,201 calories, 56 g protein, 94 g carbohydrates, 23 g fiber, 71 g fat, 1,859 mg sodium.

Day 2

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Breakfast (252 calories, 26 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 3/4 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

P.M. Snack (61 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 plums

Dinner (543 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Pork Chops with Garlicky Broccoli

Daily Totals: 1,215 calories, 59 g protein, 92 g carbohydrates, 26 g fiber, 73 g fat, 1,635 mg sodium.

Day 3

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Breakfast (266 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (110 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 3/4 cup raspberries
  • 1/4 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt

Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

P.M. Snack (92 calories, 3 g carbohydrates)

  • 12 almonds

Dinner (459 calories, 29 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Chicken Florentine
  • 2 cups cooked spaghetti squash

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Daily Totals: 1,224 calories, 73 g protein, 91 g carbohydrates, 27 g fiber, 63 g fat, 1,459 mg sodium.

Day 4

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Breakfast (260 calories, 23 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 Tbsp. slivered almonds

A.M. Snack (218 calories, 28 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup red grapes
  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

P.M. Snack (30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 plum

Dinner (409 calories, 19 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

Daily Totals: 1,216 calories, 70 g protein, 92 g carbohydrates, 24 g fiber, 68 g fat, 1,272 mg sodium.

Day 5

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Breakfast (260 calories, 23 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 Tbsp. slivered almonds

A.M. Snack (209 calories, 26 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple
  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Lunch (298 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower Rice

P.M. Snack (145 calories, 17 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup red grapes
  • 12 almonds

Dinner (300 calories, 32 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Soy-Lime Beef and Cabbage Salad
  • 1 medium orange

Meal-Prep Tip: Refrigerate 1 serving of the dinner salad to have for lunch on Day 6.

Daily Totals: 1,211 calories, 61 g protein, 113 g carbohydrates, 29 g fiber, 62 g fat, 1,471 mg sodium.

Day 6

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Breakfast (260 calories, 48 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

A.M. Snack (115 calories, 6 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Lunch (300 calories, 32 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Soy-Lime Beef and Cabbage Salad
  • 1 medium orange

P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple

Dinner (436 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Hummus-Crusted Chicken
  • 1 serving

Daily Totals: 1,206 calories, 81 g protein, 123 g carbohydrates, 22 g fiber, 48 g fat, 1,493 mg sodium.

Day 7

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Breakfast (260 calories, 48 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

A.M. Snack (61 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 plums

Lunch (436 calories, 21 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps

P.M. Snack (62 calories, 2 g carbohydrates)

  • 8 almonds

Dinner (400 calories, 37 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

Daily Totals: 1,218 calories, 50 g protein, 124 g carbohydrates, 24 g fiber, 65 g fat, 1,198 mg sodium.

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Week 2

How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals

  1. Make the Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins to have for a grab-and-go breakfast on Days 8, 9 and 11 of this week. Store in a large airtight reusable bag to keep fresh. Wrap the remaining omelets individually in plastic wrap and freeze. You'll be having these again for breakfasts in Week 3.
  2. Make the Zucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bolognese to have for lunch this week on Days 9, 10, 11 and 12. Prepare the recipe fully and refrigerate in separate meal-prep containers until ready to eat. (Use the same airtight meal prep containers from Week 1.)

Day 8

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Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving (2 mini omelets) Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (62 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup blackberries

Lunch (360 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple

Dinner (414 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

Daily Totals: 1,204 calories, 60 g protein, 109 g carbohydrates, 35 g fiber, 63 g fat, 1,531 mg sodium.

Day 9

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Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving (2 mini omelets) Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (143 calories, 19 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/4 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp. chia seeds

Lunch (216 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Zucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bolognese

P.M. Snack (141 calories, 27 carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple
  • 6 almonds

Dinner (448 calories, 45 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving
  • 1 (3-inch) slice whole-wheat baguette, toasted and drizzled with 1 tsp. olive oil

Daily Totals: 1,220 calories, 78 g protein, 126 g carbohydrates, 27 g fiber, 51 g fat, 1,916 mg sodium.

Day 10

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Breakfast (238 calories, 41 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 cup blackberries

A.M. Snack (153 calories, 18 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 plums
  • 12 almonds

Lunch (278 calories, 31 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Zucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bolognese
  • 1 medium orange

P.M. Snack (135 calories, 18 g carbohydrates)

  • 3 cups air-popped popcorn drizzled with 1 tsp. olive oil and a pinch of salt

Dinner (397 calories, 13 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Guacamole Chicken
  • 1 serving Mexican Cauliflower Rice

Daily Totals: 1,201 calories, 64 g protein, 122 g carbohydrates, 29 g fiber, 57 g fat, 1,531 mg sodium.

Day 11

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Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving (2 mini omelets) Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (139 calories, 17 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 10 almonds

Lunch (311 calories, 41 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Zucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bolognese
  • 1 medium apple

P.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear

Dinner (389 calories, 12 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon
  • 1 serving Roasted Broccoli with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette

Daily Totals: 1,213 calories, 69 g protein, 117 g carbohydrates, 29 g fiber, 59 g fat, 1,558 mg sodium.

Day 12

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (15)

Breakfast (238 calories, 41 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 cup blackberries

A.M. Snack (179 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear
  • 10 almonds

Lunch (216 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Zucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bolognese

P.M. Snack (266 calories, 26 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple
  • 1 1/2 oz. Cheddar cheese

Dinner (316 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving with 1/4 cup peas and 1 slice cooked bacon mixed in

Meal-Prep Tip: Refrigerate 1 serving of the mac & cheese with peas and bacon to have for lunch on Day 13.

Daily Totals: 1,215 calories, 59 g protein, 129 g carbohydrates, 27 g fiber, 58 g fat, 1,568 mg sodium.

Day 13

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Breakfast (277 calories, 24 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp. chia seeds
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 Tbsp. slivered almonds

A.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Lunch (316 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving with 1/4 cup peas and 1 slice cooked bacon mixed in

P.M. Snack (209 calories, 26 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple
  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Dinner (336 calories, 10 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Broiled Ginger-Lime Chicken
  • 1 serving Tequila Guacamole

Meal-Prep Tip: Refrigerate 1 serving of the chicken and guacamole to have for lunch on Day 14.

Daily Totals: 1,200 calories, 64 g protein, 92 g carbohydrates, 28 g fiber, 69 g fat, 1,469 mg sodium.

Day 14

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Breakfast (285 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving "Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa

A.M. Snack (162 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/3 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp. chia seeds

Lunch (336 calories, 10 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Broiled Ginger-Lime Chicken
  • 1 serving Tequila Guacamole

P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Dinner (355 calories, 65 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup
  • 1 (3-inch) slice whole-wheat baguette

Meal-Prep Tip: Refrigerate 2 servings of the soup to have for lunch on Day 15. Freeze 3 single servings of the soup in individual containers to have for lunch on Days 20, 21 and 29.

Daily Totals: 1,200 calories, 66 g protein, 125 g carbohydrates, 33 g fiber, 54 g fat, 2,318 mg sodium.

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Week 3

How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals

  1. Refrigerate leftovers from the Roasted Chickens recipes to use for dinner on Days 17 and 19. Store in an airtight meal-prep container to keep fresh. You'll use 3 cups cooked chicken in the Cherry Chicken Lettuce Wraps recipe and another 3 cups in the Zucchini Enchiladas recipe.
  2. Prepare the to have for lunch on Days 16, 17, 18 and 19. Keep the cabbage mixture and dressing for the Spicy Cabbage Slaw separate and wait to combine until ready to eat. Use precooked frozen shrimp and wait to defrost the shrimp until you're ready to eat rather than all at once—wait to add the avocado too. This will help keep the shrimp tasting fresh and the avocado from browning. (Store in the same airtight meal prep containers from Week 1.)
  3. You'll be having the Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins for breakfast again this week on Days 15, 16 and 18. To reheat, remove plastic wrap, wrap in a paper towel and microwave each omelet on High for 20 to 30 seconds. Take them to-go in a smaller reusable bag.
  4. Make the Citrus Vinaigrette to have throughout the week. For easy clean up and storage, make the dressing in a Mason jar.

Day 15

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Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving (2 mini omelets) Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (110 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 3/4 cup raspberries
  • 1/4 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt

Lunch (350 calories, 53 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 servings (3 cups) Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup

P.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear

Dinner (383 calories, 11 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Roasted Chickens
  • 1 serving Cauliflower Risotto

Daily Totals: 1,217 calories, 79 g protein, 125 g carbohydrates, 33 g fiber, 47 g fat, 2,597 mg sodium.

Day 16

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Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving (2 mini omelets) Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (110 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 3/4 cup raspberries
  • 1/4 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt

Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple

Dinner (367 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Taco-Stuffed Zucchini

Meal-Prep Tip: Hard-boil 3 eggs and refrigerate to have for snacks on Days 17 and 20.

Daily Totals: 1,208 calories, 77 g protein, 93 g carbohydrates, 31 g fiber, 62 g fat, 1,473 mg sodium.

Day 17

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Breakfast (260 calories, 23 carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 Tbsp. slivered almonds

A.M. Snack (78 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 hard-boiled egg seasoned with a pinch each of salt and pepper

Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

P.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear

Dinner (377 calories, 27 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Cherry Chicken Lettuce Wraps
  • 10 seeded crackers

Daily Totals: 1,180 calories, 82 g protein, 97 g carbohydrates, 29 g fiber, 54 g fat, 1,165 mg sodium.

Day 18

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Breakfast (273 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving (2 mini omelets) Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins
  • 1 medium orange

A.M. Snack (109 calories, 10 g carbohydrates)

  • 1/2 cup raspberries
  • 10 almonds

Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

P.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple

Dinner (371 calories, 28 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

Daily Totals: 1,212 calories, 61 g protein, 103 g carbohydrates, 35 g fiber, 66 g fat, 1,510 mg sodium.

Day 19

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Breakfast (260 calories, 23 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 Tbsp. slivered almonds

A.M. Snack (95 calories, 25 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium apple

Lunch (364 calories, 20 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

P.M. Snack: (61 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 plum

Dinner (443 calories, 12 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Zucchini Enchiladas

Meal-Prep Tip: Defrost 2 servings of the Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup overnight in the refrigerator to have for lunch on Days 20 and 21.

Daily Totals: 1,222 calories, 72 g protein, 94 g carbohydrates, 28 g fiber, 66 g fat, 668 mg sodium.

Day 20

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Meal-Prep Tip: Start the Classic Beef Stroganoff in the slow cooker in the morning. Cook it on the Low setting so it'll be ready in time for dinner (8-10 hours).

Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 1 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrate)

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs seasoned with a pinch each of salt and pepper

Lunch (324 calories, 31 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

P.M. Snack (216 calories, 28 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear
  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Dinner (257 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Classic Beef Stroganoff

Daily Totals: 1,220 calories, 66 g protein, 104 g carbohydrates, 28 g fiber, 65 g fat, 2,049 mg sodium.

Day 21

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Breakfast (285 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving "Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa

A.M. Snack (48 calories, 11 g carbohydrates)

  • 3/4 cup raspberries

Lunch (324 calories, 31 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

P.M. Snack (116 calories, 4 g carbohydrates)

  • 15 almonds

Dinner (409 calories, 44 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Pork Chops with Balsamic Sweet Onions
  • 1 serving Miso Sweet Potatoes
  • 1 serving Steamed Fresh Green Beans

Daily Totals: 1,197 calories, 56 g protein, 108 g carbohydrates, 35 g fiber, 65 g fat, 2,185 mg sodium.

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Week 4

How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals

  1. Make the Chicken Satay Bowls with Spicy Peanut Sauce to have for lunch on Days 23, 24, 25 and 26. (Store in the same airtight meal prep containers from Week 1.)
  2. Hard-boil 3 eggs for the Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps for lunch on Day 22. Refrigerate in a reusable bag.
  3. Make the Citrus Vinaigrette to have throughout the week. For easy clean up and storage, make the dressing in a Mason jar.

Day 22

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Breakfast (260 calories, 49 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
  • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 cup blueberries

A.M. Snack (30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium plum

Lunch (436 calories, 21 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps

P.M. Snack (64 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries

Dinner (414 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Speedy Crab Cakes
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

Daily Totals: 1,205 calories, 61 g protein, 108 g carbohydrates, 24 g fiber, 62 g fat, 1,377 mg sodium.

Day 23

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (28)

Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 1 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack (107 calories, 17 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 plums
  • 6 almonds

Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Chicken Satay Bowls with Spicy Peanut Sauce

P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Dinner (430 calories, 31 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
  • 1 serving Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Daily Totals: 1,217 calories, 70 g protein, 107 g carbohydrates, 27 g fiber, 62 g fat, 1,517 mg sodium.

Day 24

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (29)

Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 1 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack (115 calories, 1 g carbohydrate)

  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Chicken Satay Bowls with Spicy Peanut Sauce

P.M. Snack (42 calories, 11 g carbohydrates)

  • 1/2 cup blueberries

Dinner (431 calories, 41 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving White Bean-Sage Cauliflower Gnocchi
  • 1 serving Parmesan-Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Daily Totals: 1,206 calories, 55 g protein, 97 g carbohydrates, 30 g fiber, 69 g fat, 1,527 mg sodium.

Day 25

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (30)

Breakfast: (221 calories, 21 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut

A.M. Snack (30 calories 8 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 plum

Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Chicken Satay Bowls with Spicy Peanut Sauce

P.M. Snack (63 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 3/4 cup blueberries

Dinner (553 calories, 28 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats

Daily Totals: 1,218 calories, 72 g protein, 87 g carbohydrates, 26 g fiber, 70 g fat, 1,189 mg sodium.

Day 26

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (31)

Breakfast (252 calories, 26 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 3/4 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear

Lunch (351 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Chicken Satay Bowls with Spicy Peanut Sauce

P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Dinner (442 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Salmon-Stuffed Avocados
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

Meal-Prep Tip: Hard-boil 4 eggs and refrigerate to have for snacks on Days 27 and 28.

Daily Totals: 1,208 calories, 61 g protein, 98 g carbohydrates, 32 g fiber, 70 g fat, 1,320 mg sodium.

Day 27

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (32)

Breakfast (344 calories, 26 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 cup whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut

A.M. Snack (30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 plum

Lunch (360 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving

P.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs seasoned with salt and pepper to taste

Dinner: (332 calories, 18 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

Meal-Prep Tip: Refrigerate 2 servings of the soup to have for lunch on Days 28 and 30.

Daily Totals: 1,223 calories, 52 g protein, 83 g carbohydrates, 29 g fiber, 81 g fat, 1,331 mg sodium.

Day 28

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (33)

Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 1 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack: (101 calories, 27 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium pear

Lunch: (332 calories, 18 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 Tbsp. Citrus Vinaigrette

P.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrate)

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs seasoned with salt and pepper to taste

Dinner (350 calories, 18 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi

Daily Totals: 1,207 calories, 51 g protein, 94 g carbohydrates, 26 g fiber, 72 g fat, 1,742 mg sodium.

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (34)

Week 5

How to Meal-Prep for Your Week of Meals

  1. Hard-boil 2 eggs and refrigerate for a snack on Day 30. Refrigerate in a reusable bag.

Day 29

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (35)

Breakfast (285 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving "Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado Salsa

A.M. Snack (64 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 cup raspberries

Lunch (355 calories, 65 carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup
  • 1 (3-inch) slice whole-wheat baguette

P.M. Snack (62 calories, 15 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 medium orange

Dinner (453 calories, 14 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts

Daily Totals: 1,219 calories, 78 g protein, 124 g carbohydrates, 31 g fiber, 50 g fat, 2,347 mg sodium.

Day 30

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (36)

Breakfast (268 calories, 30 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins
  • 1 cup raspberries

A.M. Snack (115 calories, 1 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 oz. Cheddar cheese

Lunch (363 calories, 52 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
  • 1 (3-inch) slice whole-wheat baguette

P.M. Snack (156 calories, 1 g carbohydrates)

  • 2 hard-boiled eggs seasoned with salt and pepper to taste

Dinner (324 calories, 16 g carbohydrates)

  • 1 serving Taco Stuffed Avocados

Daily Totals: 1,225 calories, 50 g protein, 100 g carbohydrates, 25 g fiber, 75 g fat, 1,900 mg sodium.

You Did It!

Give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done. Whether you followed this entire weight-loss plan for the whole 30 days or simply took bits and pieces from it, we hope you found this low-carb meal plan helpful.

30-Day Low-Carb Meal Plan (2024)

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