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Research and methodology by Jitendra Kumar Kumawat, Researcher & Tool CreatorLast updated: May 18, 2026

Meal plan

120g Protein Meal Plan

This plan is built for people whose protein calculator target sits near 120g per day. It uses smaller portions than the 150g plan while keeping each meal anchored by protein.

Protein target

115-130g per day

Calories

1,600-1,950 kcal per day

Best for

Moderate body weights, weight loss, maintenance, and people easing into higher-protein eating.

Weekly Overview

DayProteinCaloriesHighest protein meal
Day 1124g~1490Lunch: 38g
Day 2126g~1440Lunch: 40g
Day 3123g~1585Dinner: 46g
Day 4128g~1380Lunch: 42g
Day 5124g~1500Lunch: 38g
Day 6130g~1570Lunch: 40g
Day 7127g~1505Dinner: 42g

Full 7-Day Plan

Day 1

124g protein~1490 kcal
Breakfast
28g protein330 kcal

Greek yogurt with oats and berries

Lunch
38g protein430 kcal

Chicken salad wrap

Snack
20g protein190 kcal

Cottage cheese with fruit

Dinner
38g protein540 kcal

Salmon with potatoes and broccoli

Day 2

126g protein~1440 kcal
Breakfast
32g protein380 kcal

Two eggs, egg whites, and toast

Lunch
40g protein420 kcal

Tuna cottage cheese wrap

Snack
18g protein120 kcal

Greek yogurt

Dinner
36g protein520 kcal

Turkey rice bowl

Day 3

123g protein~1585 kcal
Breakfast
32g protein390 kcal

Protein overnight oats

Lunch
32g protein480 kcal

Lentil tofu salad

Snack
13g protein155 kcal

Two boiled eggs

Dinner
46g protein560 kcal

Chicken pasta with cottage cheese sauce

Day 4

128g protein~1380 kcal
Breakfast
28g protein260 kcal

Cottage cheese bowl with berries

Lunch
42g protein500 kcal

Chicken rice bowl

Snack
24g protein120 kcal

Protein shake

Dinner
34g protein500 kcal

Tofu edamame curry

Day 5

124g protein~1500 kcal
Breakfast
30g protein410 kcal

Egg and smoked salmon toast

Lunch
38g protein470 kcal

Turkey chili

Snack
18g protein140 kcal

Greek yogurt and berries

Dinner
38g protein480 kcal

White fish, rice, and vegetables

Day 6

130g protein~1570 kcal
Breakfast
30g protein360 kcal

Tofu scramble

Lunch
40g protein500 kcal

Chicken salad potatoes

Snack
20g protein150 kcal

Cottage cheese

Dinner
40g protein560 kcal

Lean beef stir-fry

Day 7

127g protein~1505 kcal
Breakfast
34g protein360 kcal

Greek yogurt whey bowl, smaller portion

Lunch
38g protein470 kcal

Tuna rice bowl

Snack
13g protein155 kcal

Hard-boiled eggs

Dinner
42g protein520 kcal

Chicken with quinoa and vegetables

Related Meal Guides

Sources reviewed

Disclaimer: Protein and calorie values are practical estimates, not medical prescriptions. Adjust portions to your target from the protein calculator and follow individualized advice when needed.