This 7-day meal plan is designed with weight loss in mind.

According to a2022 Gallup Poll, 55% of Americans say they’d like to lose weight.

The CDC also states that people who lose weight gradually are more likely to keep it off.

Apple & Cheddar Pita Pockets

photography / Caitlin bensel, Food Styling / Emily Nabors Hall

This means thattrendy fad dietsthat promise quick weight loss are not the way to go.

And don’t even get us started on “detoxes.”

But eating plenty of foods with fiber and protein is always on trend.

Sheet-Pan Salmon with Sweet Potatoes & Broccoli

photography / Caitlin bensel, Food Styling / Emily Nabors Hall

With that said, if weight loss is your goal, we recommend going about it gradually.

It is not a rigid plan that you have to follow exactly.

Listen to your body and follow your hunger and fullness cues.

Delicata Squash & Tofu Curry

If you’re finding it’s not enough food to sustain you and your lifestyle, eat more.

You know your body best!

It’s easy to search our site for replacements.

pressure cooker chicken tikka masala

cheese each and a pinch of pepper.

Toast until cheese is melted.

Snack (164 calories)

Lunch (413 calories)

Top each baguette slice with 1 Tbsp.

Lemony Lentil Salad with Feta

cheese and a pinch of pepper.

Toast until cheese is melted.

Day 3

Breakfast (402 calories)

A.M.

Chicken Parmesan & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Snack (166 calories)

Lunch (420 calories)

P.M.

Snack (184 calories)

Dip apple slices into peanut butter then into granola.

Snack (200 calories)

Lunch (400 calories)

P.M.

Korean Beef Stir-Fry

Snack (151 calories)

Dinner (464 calories)

Meal Prep Tip:MakeAvocado-Yogurt Dipfor tomorrow.

you’ve got the option to substitute store-bought hummus for the dip, if desired.

Day 5

Breakfast (369 calories)

A.M.

Wild Mushroom Pizza with Arugula & Pecorino

Snack (167 calories)

P.M.

When choosing deli items, go for low-sodium, preservative-free options.

Day 7

Breakfast (362 calories)

P.M.

Snack (142 calories)

Toast baguette slices and top with sliced egg and hot sauce.