If you've been instructed to follow a 1600-calorie meal plan, here are some meal plan ideas that provide a total of 1600 calories -- 50% from carbohydrate and 25% from fat. Notice that each meal is a balance of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
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Breakfast:
- Spinach, Egg and Cheese Sandwich:
1 Toasted English Muffin
1/2 Cup Sauteed Spinach
1 Fried Egg
1 Slice Swiss Cheese
- 1 Cup Honeydew Melon Cubes
- Coffee with 2 Tbsp Fat-Free Half & Half
Lunch:
- 1 Serving Strawberry Chicken Salad with Dressing
- 1 6" Pita, warmed in the oven
- 15-20 grapes
- 8-12 ounces ice water or sugar-free beverage
Dinner:
- 3 ounces grilled lean steak (like flank steak)
- 1 baked sweet potato
- 1 cup sauteed green beans & mushrooms
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 8-12 ounces ice water or sugar-free beverage
Snack:
- 1 slice fat-free cheese
- 4 whole-wheat crackers
- 8-12 ounces ice water or sugar-free beverage
