1400-1300 calories a day

My calorie deficit is 1400-1300 calories a day can anyone give me meal & snack ideas?

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  • AnnPT77
    AnnPT77 Posts: 35,231 Member
    You could take a look at this site, which will give you example menus for a given calorie level and eating style for free, with recipes. If you sign up for a free account, my understanding is that you can fine-tune the details even more.

    https://www.eatthismuch.com/

    To be transparent, I don't work for that site or get compensated in any way for linking it. I've played with the free/no account settings out of curiosity, but I don't even routinely use it myself. I'm too much of a flake/rebel, I guess . . . I don't want anyone else telling me what to eat :D . I like deciding myself, sometimes part way through cooking the meal. :D

    To lose weight, I did this, which is more like "remodel your eating gradually" than a meal plan:

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10636388/free-customized-personal-weight-loss-eating-plan-not-spam-or-mlm/p1

    Please don't take any of that as a criticism: Different people do best with different tactics, and detailed meal plans work great for those they suit. They just aren't my particular jam.

    Best wishes for success, however you proceed - the results are worth the effort!

  • totameafox
    totameafox Posts: 486 Member
    Hello.

    I would work just one meal at a time. you can still have large amount of food for 1300-1400 a day. I focus on protein and fiber and my meals and if i make a salad i could be eating that for hours and still not come near 1200 calories for the day.

    feel free to join my group. I'll be happy to talk food with you.

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/147555-speak-friend-and-enter
  • rkok3863
    rkok3863 Posts: 9 Member
    If you’re aiming for 1300-1400 calories per day, it’s important to focus on nutrient-dense foods that keep you full and energized. Here are some meal and snack ideas that fit within your calorie range:

    Breakfast (250-350 kcal)

    πŸ₯£ Greek Yogurt with Berries & Nuts – 150g Greek yogurt, 50g mixed berries, 10g almonds
    🍳 Scrambled Eggs & Avocado Toast – 2 eggs, Β½ avocado, 1 slice whole-grain toast
    πŸ₯€ Protein Smoothie – 1 scoop protein powder, Β½ banana, 1 tbsp peanut butter, almond milk

    Lunch (350-450 kcal)

    πŸ₯— Grilled Chicken Salad – 100g grilled chicken, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olive oil & lemon dressing
    🌯 Tuna Wrap – 1 whole wheat wrap, 80g tuna, lettuce, tomato, light mayo
    πŸ› Quinoa & Veggie Bowl – 50g cooked quinoa, Β½ cup roasted vegetables, 50g chickpeas, feta cheese

    Dinner (400-500 kcal)

    πŸ— Salmon & Roasted Veggies – 100g baked salmon, steamed broccoli, roasted sweet potatoes
    πŸ₯˜ Turkey Stir-Fry – 100g ground turkey, bell peppers, zucchini, soy sauce, brown rice
    🍝 Zucchini Noodles & Chicken – Zucchini noodles, 100g grilled chicken, tomato sauce, parmesan

    Snacks (100-200 kcal each)

    πŸ₯œ Handful of Almonds – 15g almonds
    🍏 Apple & Peanut Butter – 1 apple, 1 tbsp peanut butter
    πŸ§€ Cottage Cheese & Berries – 100g cottage cheese, 50g mixed berries
    🍫 Dark Chocolate & Walnuts – 10g dark chocolate, 10g walnuts

    Would you like some meal prep tips or specific macronutrient breakdowns?
  • csplatt
    csplatt Posts: 1,242 Member
    I lose weight at 1350! Foods I like:

    - two scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese (weigh cheese on food scale)
    - grapes, cantaloupe, banana (also put on food scale)
    - zucchini stir fried with onion then add a johnsonville sausage (make sure to count the oil you put in pan)
    - half a cup of rice with 3 oz shredded chicken from a crock pot, quarter cup of black beans, diced tomatoes, and a 100 cal cup of guacamole
    - a chobani yogurt with 28 grams bagged granola and half a banana
    - tilapia (i thaw from frozen then bake or sear on top of stove)
    - roasted potato or sweet potato in air frier (weigh potato slices before cooking and make sure you count the oil)