{"id":51732,"date":"2023-06-19T14:37:51","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T14:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=51732"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss: Slashing Extreme Calorie Cuts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#How_Does_A_Vegan_Diet_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss_Work\" >How Does A Vegan Diet Meal Plan For Weight Loss Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#How_To_Lose_Weight_On_A_Vegan_Meal_Plan\" >How To Lose Weight On A Vegan Meal Plan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#What_To_Avoid_Or_Eat_On_A_Vegan_Meal_Plan\" >What To Avoid Or Eat On A Vegan Meal Plan?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#What_Are_Vegan_Protein_Sources\" >What Are Vegan Protein Sources?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#What_Are_Super_Greens\" >What Are Super Greens?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Meal_Plans_For_Vegan_Weight_Loss_By_Mealtime\" >Meal Plans For Vegan Weight Loss By Mealtime<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Breakfast_Ideas_For_An_Easy_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\" >Breakfast Ideas For An Easy Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_1\" >Day 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_2\" >Day 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_3\" >Day 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_4\" >Day 4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_5\" >Day 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_6\" >Day 6<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_7\" >Day 7<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Lunch_Ideas_For_A_Healthy_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\" >Lunch Ideas For A Healthy Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_1-2\" >Day 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_2-2\" >Day 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_3-2\" >Day 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_4-2\" >Day 4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_5-2\" >Day 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_6-2\" >Day 6<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_7-2\" >Day 7<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Dinner_Ideas_For_A_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss_And_Muscle_Gain\" >Dinner Ideas For A Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss And Muscle Gain<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_1-3\" >Day 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_2-3\" >Day 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_3-3\" >Day 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_4-3\" >Day 4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_5-3\" >Day 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_6-3\" >Day 6<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_7-3\" >Day 7<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#500-Calorie_Snack_Ideas_For_A_Vegan_Weight_Loss_Meal_Plan\" >500-Calorie Snack Ideas For A Vegan Weight Loss Meal Plan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_1-4\" >Day 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_2-4\" >Day 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_3-4\" >Day 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_4-4\" >Day 4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_5-4\" >Day 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_6-4\" >Day 6<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Day_7-4\" >Day 7<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#Is_A_Raw_Vegan_Meal_Plan_Good_For_Weight_Loss\" >Is A Raw Vegan Meal Plan Good For Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#What_Is_The_Best_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\" >What Is The Best Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#How_Much_Vegan_Protein_Per_Day_To_Gain_Muscle\" >How Much Vegan Protein Per Day To Gain Muscle?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, you don\u2019t need to cut your calories to near zero to lose weight. Vegans know what they\u2019re doing, so you won\u2019t have to worry about animal fats or high-calorie meals. In addition, you can hop on the vegan meal plan for weight loss trend because it works. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan meal plans can help you lose weight, whether you cut calories down to the ground or limit them somewhat.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s first look at the facts and for whom this meal plan works the best. Then, you\u2019ll find fantastic vegan meal ideas for your weight loss (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and muscle gain<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_A_Vegan_Diet_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss_Work\"><\/span><b>How Does A Vegan Diet Meal Plan For Weight Loss Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Bergen reviewed the effects of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-vegan-foods\/\">plant-based diets<\/a> on body weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7533223\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Firstly, plant-based diets shared an overwhelming truth that people on low-fat vegan diets tended to lose weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another review by Bulgaria\u2019s Medical University-Plovdiv suggested three more ways vegan diets aid weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2304-8158\/10\/12\/3052\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Eating plant-based meals increases insulin sensitivity and activates mitochondrial uncoupling proteins to better metabolize energy from food.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan meals may also improve the bacteria in your gut, which could impact how much energy and nutrients you absorb from the food you eat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/do-gut-bacteria-inhibit-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In summary, vegans might lose weight faster, use insulin better, and have more beneficial gut bacteria.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Lose_Weight_On_A_Vegan_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><b>How To Lose Weight On A Vegan Meal Plan?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight on a plant-based meal plan requires one more limit. The National Library of Medicine suggests that the average woman needs around 2000 calories daily to maintain their weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499909\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The average man would likely lose weight on 2000 calories per day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women looking to lose weight might have to restrict themselves to around 1500 calories daily. Our 1500-calorie vegan meal plan would work better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-vegan-meal-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, individual needs will vary based on many factors, so calculate your individual calorie needs or speak to a registered dietitian for a more individualized <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/banana-bread-recipe-no-sugar\/\">plan<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Avoid_Or_Eat_On_A_Vegan_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><b>What To Avoid Or Eat On A Vegan Meal Plan?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Vegan Society describes a traditional vegan as avoiding all animal products and byproducts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vegansociety.com\/go-vegan\/definition-veganism\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, no eggs, animal-derived dairy products, honey, or seafood are allowed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Vegan_Protein_Sources\"><\/span><strong>What Are Vegan Protein Sources?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need protein if you\u2019re losing weight and bulking up. Zawn Villines of Medical News Today shares a list of plant-based proteins you can eat on a vegan meal plan (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321474\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Grains: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa, barley, and seitan<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Legumes and nuts: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lentils, beans, chickpeas, almonds, and peanuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Seeds:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chia, pumpkin, hemp, and flaxseed<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Soy Products:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Edamame beans, tofu, and tempeh<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Vegetables:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Broccoli, potatoes, and kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Other:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mycoprotein or mushrooms and spirulina seaweed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Super_Greens\"><\/span><strong>What Are Super Greens?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, see what super greens you can eat on vegan meal plans. Add them into your diet to benefit. Not all meals have super greens. Registered dietician Marsha McCulloch shares some of the famous super greens (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/super-greens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antioxidant Fruits: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueberries, raspberries, and goji berries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dark Leafy Green Vegetables:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kale, spinach, cabbage, parsley, and collards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Grasses:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Alfalfa, oat, barley, and wheat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Herbs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Astragalus, holy basil, milk thistle, and echinacea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seaweed:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kelp, dulse, chlorella, and spirulina<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47341 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207790-1024x576.png\" alt=\"vegan meal plan for weight loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207790.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207790-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207790.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207790-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207790.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meal_Plans_For_Vegan_Weight_Loss_By_Mealtime\"><\/span><b>Meal Plans For Vegan Weight Loss By Mealtime<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, you\u2019re up to cutting your calories to 2000 daily for the next week or month? Repeat the 7-day meal idea plans if you\u2019re doing it for a month. Each meal idea is as close to 500 calories as possible to help you balance your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-gluten-free-snacks\/\">meal plan<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakfast_Ideas_For_An_Easy_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Breakfast Ideas For An Easy Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firstly, focus on breakfast ideas. These ideas help you lose weight safely while eating the necessary nutrients. But first, the CDC recommends losing 1-2 pounds weekly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/losing_weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1\"><\/span><strong>Day 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try a vegan-friendly breakfast wrap to start your day with a punch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to hit the nutrition jackpot:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 whole wheat tortilla wrap<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp hummus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 oz tofu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tbsp vegan mayo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups lettuce\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp Dijon mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp green relish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup blueberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 500 calories \/ 21 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-recipes-for-weight-loss\/\"><i>10 Unusual, Mouth-Watering Vegan Recipes For Weight Loss<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2\"><\/span><strong>Day 2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoothies and protein shakes make excellent vegan breakfast ideas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, use these ingredients in a high-protein breakfast shake:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd pomegranate seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 scoop plant-based protein<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 banana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cup almond milk<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 518 calories \/ 41 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3\"><\/span><strong>Day 3<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What about a chickpea bowl for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-protein-vegan-foods\/\">breakfast<\/a>?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to make 4 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp coconut oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 oz can of chickpeas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp paprika<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 diced cucumber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 oz. arugula<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup cherry tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 oz red cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 395 calories \/ 15 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4\"><\/span><strong>Day 4<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you like the sound of a chia seed breakfast pudding?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make one:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 tbsp chia seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups soy milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 banana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp cacao powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp cashews<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 386 calories \/ 17 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5\"><\/span><strong>Day 5<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can\u2019t just have enough <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-dark-chocolate-vegan\/\">smoothies<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try these ingredients for another vegan smoothie:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cups soy milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup blackberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp oats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp pumpkin seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp flaxseeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd mango<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp almond butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 482 calories \/ 22 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6\"><\/span><strong>Day 6<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An almond protein shake also makes a tasty breakfast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients for nutrition:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 raw almonds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd banana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup frozen berries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 scoop plant-based protein<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 510 calories \/ 42 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7\"><\/span><strong>Day 7<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bulgur porridge and sweet rhubarb sound like a dessert.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to make it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2154 cup bulgur wheat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp flaxseeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u2153 cup soy milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 oz rhubarb<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp raisins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp cinnamon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp almonds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 412 calories \/ 16 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a 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Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47257 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207708-1024x576.png\" alt=\"vegan meal plan for weight loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207708.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207708-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207708.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207708-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207708.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunch_Ideas_For_A_Healthy_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Lunch Ideas For A Healthy Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss is your primary goal, but what about adding healthier foods? You could add one super greens meal daily to enhance your health while losing weight. Mondelez Int R&amp;D Nutrition Department recommends super greens for slow-release carbs and energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4933791\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan bowls are an excellent choice for lunches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try these ingredients for 4 servings:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cups basmati rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 zucchini<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 bell peppers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 oz kidney beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup lime juice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 460 calories \/ 21 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoky tempeh with rice sounds incredible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 4 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 cups brown rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup baked tempeh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 avocados<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cup carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup tahini dressing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp sesame seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt and pepper to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microgreens<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 388 calories \/ 41 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 3<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A plant-based burrito bowl also works.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to make 4 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 cups cooked white rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup coconut milk yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup vegan mayo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup lime juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp smoked paprika<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp chili powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp ground cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp adobo sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup avocado oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 bell peppers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup corn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups black beans<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 423 calories \/ 9 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 4<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa is a solid vegan food.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 2 servings of Southwest Quinoa:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u2153 cup veggie broth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup black beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup corn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tomato<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp hemp seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 396 calories \/ 17 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 5<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0A quinoa and cauliflower dish works well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 6 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 sweet potato<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp chili powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp paprika<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 oz. black beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup cashews<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd chipotle pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00be cup water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 cups cooked quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 avocado\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 427 calories \/ 16 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 6<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s try a refreshing lime and tofu salad.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 1 serving:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups raw mixed vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup roasted vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup roasted tofu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp pumpkin seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp citrus-lime vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 390 calories \/ 25 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7-2\"><\/span><strong>Day 7<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thai tofu noodles taste delicious.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to make 4 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 cups of water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz brown Pad Thai rice noodles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp sesame oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cups mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 oz tofu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp minced garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp minced ginger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp turmeric<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp red curry paste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp soy sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz coconut milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp peanut butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 green onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup peanuts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 405 calories \/ 20 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-substitute-for-heavy-cream\/\"><i>Vegan Substitute For Heavy Cream And How To Make Each One<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47224 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670-1024x577.png\" alt=\"vegan meal plan for weight loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dinner_Ideas_For_A_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss_And_Muscle_Gain\"><\/span><strong>Dinner Ideas For A Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss And Muscle Gain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The University of Exeter compared vegan to omnivorous diets to determine who gained more muscle mass (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0022316623126800\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Vegans build muscle by eating plant-based and fungi-derived mycoprotein.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, let\u2019s see higher-protein dinner ideas for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-holiday-recipes\/\">weight loss <\/a><\/span><b><i>and<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> muscle gain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut chickpea curry is indescribably tasty.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 4 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp avocado oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 medium zucchini<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 oz chickpeas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cups coconut curry sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup vegetable broth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 cups spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups cooked brown rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp hemp seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 471 calories \/ 21 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuff sweet potatoes with hummus as a dinner idea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 1 serving:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 large sweet potato<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00be cup kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz black beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup hummus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp water<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 472 calories \/ 21 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 3<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try some spicy noodles with peanut butter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients make 4 servings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz wholewheat noodles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup peanut butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp Thai curry paste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp fresh ginger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp soy sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp sesame oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup edamame<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 broccoli stem<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 471 calories \/ 18 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 4<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An avocado BLT brings some normalcy to the plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to make 1 with sides:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup hummus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp tamari<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp paprika<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz shiitake mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 tbsp vegan mayo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp minced garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 tomato slices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 lettuce leaves<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 425 calories \/ 49 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 5<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegans also eat unique plant-based pasta dishes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients to make pesto pasta:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup basil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup arugula<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2153 cup olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 garlic cloves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bc cup almond flour<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 lb vegan pasta (you can use a legume-based high protein pasta for extra protein)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 311 calories \/ 11 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 6<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A bowl with buckwheat noodles does wonders for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these ingredients:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.5 oz buckwheat noodles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup edamame<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5.5 oz tofu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp sesame oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp finely chopped carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp rice vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp soy sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tbsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 545 calories \/ 27 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7-3\"><\/span><strong>Day 7<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Satisfy your palate with some veggie and chickpea stir-fry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ingredients listed would make 3 servings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup shiitake mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 zucchini<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd broccoli head<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 celery stalks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp minced garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp rice vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp soy sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 oz can of chickpeas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp peanut butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tbsp cornstarch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21 oz brown rice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrition: 528 calories \/ 23 g protein<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47204 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207652-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207652.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207652-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207652.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207652-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207652.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"500-Calorie_Snack_Ideas_For_A_Vegan_Weight_Loss_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><strong>500-Calorie Snack Ideas For A Vegan Weight Loss Meal Plan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard explains the science behind snacking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/snacking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It can help you stay satisfied until your next meal, preventing cravings. So, use these snack ideas to have two snacks <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-holiday-cookies\/\">daily<\/a>. You can eat any part of the ingredients listed together but split the ingredients into two snacks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1-4\"><\/span><strong>Day 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan banana cupcakes (160 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chickpea Bombay mix (140 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan pigs in blankets (80 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet potato hummus (149 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2-4\"><\/span><strong>Day 2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zucchini Pakoras (84 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hummus with pomegranate seeds and pickled onion (444 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3-4\"><\/span><strong>Day 3<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aloo Chaat (233 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walnut and date cinnamon bites (168 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan jerky (31 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4-4\"><\/span><strong>Day 4<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 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calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan Welsh cakes (85 calories)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47191 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207645-1024x576.png\" alt=\"vegan meal plan for weight loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207645.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207645-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207645.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207645-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207645.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_A_Raw_Vegan_Meal_Plan_Good_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Is A Raw Vegan Meal Plan Good For Weight Loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plant-based diets can be successful in preventing obesity and aiding weight loss. The University of South Carolina examined whether vegan meals could help people lose weight as an anti-obesity measure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5466943\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, a raw vegan diet is extremely restrictive, and getting all the nutrients you need to stay healthy may be difficult.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Best_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>What Is The Best Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on how many calories you need to consume. You could use our 1200-calorie vegan meal plan to lose weight if that calorie level is appropriate for you (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-weight-loss-meal-plan-1200-calories\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Alternatively, you can take things slow or bulk up on our 3000-calorie vegan meal plan (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Choose the one that fits your individual needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Vegan_Protein_Per_Day_To_Gain_Muscle\"><\/span><strong>How Much Vegan Protein Per Day To Gain Muscle?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegans often skip the necessary protein intake to build muscle mass. However, vegan protein powders and natural sources help. The Auckland University of Technology recommends eating 0.7 to 1.0 grams of protein per pound of body weight daily for muscle building (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31247944\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning your weight loss begins by preparing your meals. Meanwhile, vegan diets can be insanely helpful in losing weight and staying healthy. Pick the one that suits you if you\u2019re looking for a 2000-calorie meal plan, and start today.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=2000_Calorie_Vegan_Meal_Plan_For_Weight_Loss\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fortunately, you don\u2019t need to cut your calories to near zero to lose weight. Vegans know what they\u2019re doing, so you won\u2019t have to worry about animal fats or high-calorie meals. In addition, you can hop on the vegan meal plan for weight loss trend because it works. 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Vegans know what they\u2019re doing, so you won\u2019t have to worry about animal fats or high-calorie meals. In addition, you can hop on the vegan meal plan for weight loss trend because it works. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan meal plans can help you lose weight, whether you cut calories down to the ground or limit them somewhat.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s first look at the facts and for whom this meal plan works the best. Then, you\u2019ll find fantastic vegan meal ideas for your weight loss (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and muscle gain<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) plans.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>How Does A Vegan Diet Meal Plan For Weight Loss Work?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Bergen reviewed the effects of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-vegan-foods\/\">plant-based diets<\/a> on body weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7533223\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Firstly, plant-based diets shared an overwhelming truth that people on low-fat vegan diets tended to lose weight.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another review by Bulgaria\u2019s Medical University-Plovdiv suggested three more ways vegan diets aid weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2304-8158\/10\/12\/3052\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Eating plant-based meals increases insulin sensitivity and activates mitochondrial uncoupling proteins to better metabolize energy from food.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegan meals may also improve the bacteria in your gut, which could impact how much energy and nutrients you absorb from the food ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/","name":"Vegan Meal Plan For Weight Loss: Slashing Extreme Calorie Cuts - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-meal-plan-for-weight-loss\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_1694301259-scaled.jpg","dateModified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00","description":"How effective is a \u2605 VEGAN MEAL PLAN FOR WEIGHT LOSS? \u27a4 Vegan plans are incredible for weight loss if you know how to follow one. 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