Meal Plans Blood Pressure Meal Plans 30-Day No-Sugar, High-Protein Meal Plan for High Blood Pressure, Created by a Dietitian Skip added sugars and pump up the protein in this 30-day meal plan for high blood pressure. By Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 25, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Alyssa Pike, RDN Reviewed by Dietitian Alyssa Pike, RDN Alyssa Pike, RDN, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist on a mission to help people learn how to eat healthy without obsessing over it. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines In This Article View All In This Article Why This Meal Plan Is Great for You FAQs Added Sugars and High Blood Pressure Foods to Focus On Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Close Photo: Jennifer Causey/Jacob Fox In this 30-day no-sugar-added meal plan, you’ll find an entire month of high-protein recipes tailored to improve blood pressure levels. We include several different protein sources, from fish to legumes to dairy to poultry and eggs, as well as nuts and nut butters. Eating a variety of protein sources not only keeps the routine delicious and interesting, but research also links eating a variety of protein sources with a reduced risk of high blood pressure. This meal plan can work for most people, including those who currently have high blood pressure and those who are looking to reduce their risk. Check it out! How We Create Meal Plans Registered dietitians thoughtfully create EatingWell’s meal plans to be easy-to-follow and delicious. Each meal plan meets specific parameters depending on the health condition and/or lifestyle goal it is targeting and is analyzed for accuracy using the nutrition database, ESHA Food Processor. As nutritional needs differ from person to person, we encourage you to use these plans as inspiration and adjust as you see fit. 9 Natural & Effective Ways to Lower Blood Pressure, According to Heart Experts Why This Meal Plan Is Great for You In this high-protein meal plan, each day provides at least 80 grams of protein, with most days providing quite a bit more. While we focused on protein, we made sure to also include plenty of heart-healthy fiber. Fiber is an important nutrient that has many health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease. Each day provides at least 28 grams. To promote heart health, we capped the saturated fat for each day at 12 grams, with a higher allowance of up to 17 grams on days we include fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna. Lastly, we capped the sodium at 1,500 milligrams per day, which is the American Heart Association’s recommended daily limit for people with high blood pressure. In addition to specific nutrient parameters and limits, we also incorporate the principles of the heart-healthy DASH diet, which is similar to the popular Mediterranean diet and was developed to help reduce high blood pressure. You’ll find plenty of fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds and lean proteins to maximize nutrients and improve heart health. Because the AHA recommends weight loss as a strategy to lower blood pressure, we set this meal plan at 1,500 calories per day, which is a level where many people will experience moderate weight loss. For those with other calorie needs, we also included modifications for 2,000 calories per day. As with all meal plans, this is meant to serve as a framework for a healthy high-blood pressure meal plan. Make adjustments as needed to fit your routine, hunger cues and preferences. Frequently Asked Questions Is it OK to mix and match meals if there is one I do not like? Yes, definitely. If there’s a meal that doesn’t fit your taste preferences, feel free to make a swap. If you’re closely monitoring calories, protein, sodium or other nutrients, you may want to choose a swap with a similar nutrition profile or adjust a snack or two. For reference, we aimed for 1,500 calories per day, a max of 12 grams saturated fat (17 grams if a day includes fish), at least 80 grams of protein, 28 grams of fiber and a max of 1,500 mg of sodium per day. We have many recipes for high-blood pressure as well as a selection of high-protein, heart-healthy dinners in 20 minutes or less for inspiration. Can I eat the same breakfast or lunch every day? You can certainly eat the same breakfast or lunch every day. We provided a variety of recipes to show different options, but it’s fine to eat the same breakfast or lunch every day if that’s easier for your routine. Each breakfast is about 300 to 400 calories while lunch ranges from 350 to 450 calories. These ranges are fairly close, though if you’re closely monitoring calories, protein, sodium or other nutrients, you may want to adjust a snack or two as needed. What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure, also called hypertension, occurs when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high. It typically doesn’t have any symptoms and needs to be diagnosed by a medical provider. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, kidney damage, stroke and damaged blood vessels. Added Sugars and High Blood Pressure: It’s likely that many of us are eating more added sugars than we realize. In 2017-2018, the average adult in the United States consumed 17 teaspoons of added sugar each day, well above the AHA’s recommended daily max of 9 teaspoons for men and 6 for women. Added sugars don’t provide much, if any, nutritional value so it can be beneficial to cut back, particularly if you have high blood pressure or are at risk. Research links a high intake of added sugars to high blood pressure levels in older females, and an older review links a high added sugar intake, particularly from soft drinks, to higher blood pressure levels. Take a peek at the nutrition label to see where added sugars may be making their way into your routine. Heart-Healthy Foods to Focus On FruitsVegetablesWhole grainsBeans and lentilsFishPoultryNuts, including nut butters without added sugarSeedsLow-fat dairyUnsaturated fats, such as olive oil and avocadoHerbs and spices Week 1 How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals: Make Quinoa-Black Bean Salad to have for lunch on Days 2 through 4. Day 1 Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Breakfast (368 calories) 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach 1 medium orange A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (360 calories) 1 serving White Bean & Veggie Salad P.M. Snack (141 calories) 1 medium bell pepper, sliced¼ cup hummus Dinner (409 calories) 1 serving Superfood Chopped Salad with Salmon & Creamy Garlic Dressing Daily Totals: 1,493 calories, 87g protein, 14g saturated fat, 93g protein, 103g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 1,269mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie to breakfast and ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted shelled pistachios to lunch. Day 2 Alison Miksch Breakfast (330 calories) 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie A.M. Snack (191 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 medium peach Lunch (458 calories) 1 serving Quinoa-Black Bean Salad P.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Dinner (383 calories) 1 serving Balsamic Chicken Pasta Bake with Zucchini Noodles Daily Totals: 1,494 calories, 50g fat, 11g saturated fat, 88g protein, 190g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 953mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ½ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack and add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana as an evening snack. Day 3 Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Breakfast (368 calories) 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach 1 medium orange A.M. Snack (157 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt¼ cup cherries Lunch (458 calories) 1 serving Quinoa-Black Bean Salad P.M. Snack (21 calories) ¼ cup blueberries Dinner (520 calories) 1 serving Kale & Chickpea Grain Bowls Daily Totals: 1,524 calories, 67g fat, 11g saturated fat, 85g protein, 160g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 1,351mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie to breakfast and 2 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls to P.M. snack. Day 4 Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf Breakfast (330 calories) 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie A.M. Snack (59 calories) 1 medium peach Lunch (458 calories) 1 serving Quinoa-Black Bean Salad P.M. Snack (87 calories) ½ nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt¼ cup blueberries Dinner (566 calories) 1 serving Chicken Parmesan & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers Daily Totals: 1,501 calories, 59g fat, 12g saturated fat, 85g protein, 172g carbohydrate, 29g fiber, 1,105mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to A.M. snack and add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana as an evening snack. Day 5 Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist:Christine Keely, Food Stylist:Chelsea Zimmer Breakfast (368 calories) 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach 1 medium orange A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (360 calories) 1 serving White Bean & Veggie Salad P.M. Snack (176 calories) ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted shelled pistachios Dinner (390 calories) 1 serving One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach ⅔ cup cooked brown rice Daily Totals: 1,508 calories, 84g fat, 12g saturated fat, 92g protein, 117g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,122mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie to breakfast and 1 cup nonfat plain Greek-style yogurt with ¼ cup blueberries to P.M. snack. Day 6 Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Breakfast (330 calories) 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie A.M. Snack (191 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 medium peach Lunch (390 calories) 1 serving Cucumber Salad Sandwich 1 cup cherries P.M. Snack (200 calories) 1 medium apple1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter Dinner (415 calories) 1 serving Sheet-Pan Steak & Potatoes Daily Totals: 1,525 calories, 50g fat, 12g saturated fat, 91g protein, 194g carbohydrate, 31g fiber, 1,444mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to A.M. snack and 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana as an evening snack. Day 7 Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek Breakfast (368 calories) 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach 1 medium orange A.M. Snack (191 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 medium peach Lunch (390 calories) 1 serving Cucumber Salad Sandwich 1 cup cherries P.M. Snack (129 calories) ¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame 1 plum Dinner (427 calories) 1 serving Veggie Fajitas Daily Totals: 1,504 calories, 54g fat, 10g saturated fat, 92g protein, 184g carbohydrate, 45g fiber, 1,438mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie to breakfast and 3 Tbsp. chopped walnuts to A.M. snack. Week 2 How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals: Make Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan to have for lunch on Days 9 through 12. Day 8 Jen Causey Breakfast (340 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries ½ cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (360 calories) 1 serving White Bean & Veggie Salad P.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Dinner (454 calories) 1 serving Pesto Salmon Daily Totals: 1,500 calories, 83g fat, 14g saturated fat, 85g protein, 115g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,154mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 medium apple to lunch, ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack and 1 serving Traditional Greek Salad to dinner. Day 9 Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Sue Mitchell, Prop stylist: Skylar Myers, Breakfast (318 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½ cup blueberries3 Tbsp. chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (334 calories) 1 serving Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan P.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Dinner (501 calories) 1 serving Quinoa, Avocado & Chickpea Salad over Mixed Greens Daily Totals: 1,500 calories, 72g fat, 11g saturated fat, 84g protein, 141g carbohydrate, 29g fiber, 1,047mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana to breakfast and ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack. Day 10 Photographer: Jen Causey Breakfast (340 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries ½ cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (334 calories) 1 serving Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan P.M. Snack (165 calories) ½ cup sliced strawberries18 unsalted dry-roasted almonds Dinner (452 calories) 1 serving Roasted Root Veggies & Greens over Spiced Lentils Daily Totals: 1,507 calories, 75g fat, 11g saturated fat, 92g protein, 125g carbohydrate, 31g fiber, 1,420mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Massaged Kale Salad to dinner, and add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted shelled pistachios with 1 large banana as an evening snack. Day 11 Breakfast (318 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½ cup blueberries3 Tbsp. chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans A.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Lunch (334 calories) 1 serving Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan P.M. Snack (160 calories) ¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame1 cup blackberries Dinner (535 calories) 1 serving Lemon-Tahini Couscous with Chicken & Vegetables Daily Totals: 1,479 calories, 55g fat, 9g saturated fat, 109g protein, 143g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,294mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana to breakfast and ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to A.M. snack. Day 12 Ali Redmond Breakfast (340 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries ½ cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (334 calories) 1 serving Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan P.M. Snack (160 calories) ¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame1 cup blackberries Dinner (392 calories) 1 serving Baghali Pollow with Quinoa (Persian-Style Quinoa and Beans with Chicken) Evening Snack (62 calories) 1 medium orange Meal-Prep Tip: Reserve 2 servings Baghali Pollow with Quinoa (Persian-Style Quinoa and Beans with Chicken) to have for lunch on Days 13 and 14. Daily Totals: 1,504 calories, 52g fat, 10g saturated fat, 119g protein, 142g carbohydrate, 36g fiber, 1,279mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie to breakfast and 2 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls to evening snack. Day 13 Carson Downing Breakfast (318 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½ cup blueberries3 Tbsp. chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans A.M. Snack (282 calories) 4 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls Lunch (392 calories) 1 serving Baghali Pollow with Quinoa (Persian-Style Quinoa and Beans with Chicken) P.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Dinner (398 calories) 1 serving Avocado & Shrimp Chopped Salad Daily Totals: 1,522 calories, 61g fat, 10g saturated fat, 99g protein, 161g carbohydrate, 30g fiber, 904mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack, and add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana as an evening snack. Day 14 Breakfast (340 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries ½ cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (95 calories) 1 medium apple Lunch (392 calories) 1 serving Baghali Pollow with Quinoa (Persian-Style Quinoa and Beans with Chicken) P.M. Snack (206 calories) ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds Dinner (470 calories) 1 serving Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherries 1 serving Smashed Sweet Potatoes 1 serving Steamed Fresh Green Beans Daily Totals: 1,503 calories, 59g fat, 9g saturated fat, 97g protein, 153g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,375mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter to A.M. snack, 1 medium banana to P.M. snack and 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Week 3 How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals: Make Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower Rice to have for lunch on Days 16 through 19. Day 15 Photographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall Breakfast (324 calories) 1 serving Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie A.M. Snack (191 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 medium peach Lunch (347 calories) 1 serving Mixed Greens with Lentils & Sliced Apple P.M. Snack (206 calories) ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds Dinner (419 calories) 1 serving Cod Fish Tacos 1 serving Pineapple & Avocado Salad Daily Totals: 1,488 calories, 61g fat, 12g saturated fat, 83g protein, 168g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,045mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 3 Tbsp. chopped walnuts to A.M. snack, 1 cup nonfat plain kefir to lunch, 1 medium apple to P.M. snack and 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Day 16 Breakfast (369 calories) 1 serving Muesli with Raspberries 1 cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (98 calories) ¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame Lunch (431 calories) 1 serving Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower Rice P.M. Snack (95 calories) 1 medium apple Dinner (489 calories) 1 serving One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan 1 serving Massaged Kale Salad Meal-Prep Tip: Reserve leftover One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan to have for dinner tomorrow. Daily Totals: 1,482 calories, 55g fat, 12g saturated fat, 89g protein, 169g carbohydrate, 42g fiber, 1,475mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter to P.M. snack and have ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds with 1 medium banana for an evening snack. Day 17 Breakfast (369 calories) 1 serving Muesli with Raspberries 1 cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (95 calories) 1 medium apple Lunch (431 calories) 1 serving Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower Rice P.M. Snack (94 calories) ½ cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt⅓ cup blueberries Dinner (489 calories) 1 serving One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan 1 serving Massaged Kale Salad Daily Totals: 1,478 calories, 53g fat, 12g saturated fat, 91g protein, 172g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 1,402mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter to A.M. snack, 3 Tbsp. chopped walnuts to P.M. snack and 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Day 18 Photography / Jennifer Causey, Styling / Melissa Gray / Kay Clarke Breakfast (369 calories) 1 serving Muesli with Raspberries 1 cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (62 calories) 1 medium orange Lunch (431 calories) 1 serving Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower Rice P.M. Snack (212 calories) 3 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls Dinner (424 calories) 1 serving Chopped Salad with Chicken & Creamy Chipotle Dressing Daily Totals: 1,497 calories, 62g fat, 12g saturated fat, 92g protein, 155g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 925mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to A.M. snack, 1 cup nonfat plain Greek-style yogurt to P.M. snack and 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Day 19 Ali Redmond Breakfast (324 calories) 1 serving Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie A.M. Snack (176 calories) 1 large pear½ cup nonfat plain kefir Lunch (431 calories) 1 serving Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower Rice P.M. Snack (193 calories) 1 medium apple¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame Dinner (374 calories) 1 serving Skillet Lemon Chicken & Potatoes with Kale Daily Totals: 1,498 calories, 58g fat, 12g saturated fat, 91g protein, 166g carbohydrate, 35g fiber, 1,202mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to A.M. snack, and add 4 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls for an evening snack. Day 20 Breakfast (369 calories) 1 serving Muesli with Raspberries 1 cup nonfat plain kefir A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (347 calories) 1 serving Mixed Greens with Lentils & Sliced Apple P.M. Snack (141 calories) 2 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls Dinner (391 calories) 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole Evening Snack (62 calories) 1 medium orange Meal-Prep Tip: Reserve leftover Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole to have for dinner tomorrow. Daily Totals: 1,525 calories, 53g fat, 11g saturated fat, 81g protein, 193g carbohydrate, 43g fiber, 1,025mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack and have 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana for an evening snack. Day 21 Stacy Allen Breakfast (324 calories) 1 serving Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (347 calories) 1 serving Mixed Greens with Lentils & Sliced Apple P.M. Snack (241 calories) ¾ cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt 2 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls Dinner (391 calories) 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole Daily Totals: 1,517 calories, 59g fat, 13g saturated fat, 91g protein, 168g carbohydrate, 34g fiber, 1,214mg sodium. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach to breakfast, add 1 clementine to lunch and increase to 4 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls at P.M. snack. Week 4 How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals: Make a double batch of Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds to have for breakfast on Days 23 through 26. Prepare Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad to have for breakfast on Days 23 through 26. Day 22 Breakfast (318 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½ cup blueberries3 Tbsp. chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans A.M. Snack (221 calories) 1 large pear1 cup nonfat plain kefir Lunch (343 calories) 1 serving Greek Salad with Edamame P.M. Snack (193 calories) 1 medium apple¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame Dinner (406 calories) 1 serving Chipotle Tofu Tacos 1 serving Spicy Cabbage Slaw Daily Totals: 1,482 calories, 65g fat, 12g saturated fat, 85g protein, 160g carbohydrate, 36g fiber, 1,222mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana to breakfast and add 3 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls for an evening snack. Day 23 Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Breakfast (385 calories) 1 serving Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds A.M. Snack (186 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 cup sliced strawberries Lunch (374 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad P.M. Snack (95 calories) 1 medium apple Dinner (452 calories) 1 serving Green Veggie Bowl with Chicken & Lemon-Tahini Dressing Daily Totals: 1,492 calories, 65g fat, 9g saturated fat, 97g protein, 142g carbohydrate, 28g fiber, 1,240mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 medium banana to lunch, 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter to P.M. snack and 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Day 24 Breakfast (385 calories) 1 serving Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds A.M. Snack (186 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 cup sliced strawberries Lunch (374 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad P.M. Snack (157 calories) ¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame1 medium peach Dinner (400 calories) 1 serving Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Tomatoes, Beans & Almond Pesto Daily Totals: 1,502 calories, 77g fat, 12g saturated fat, 85g protein, 134g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 1,490mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies to lunch and 1 medium apple with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack. Day 25 Breakfast (385 calories) 1 serving Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds A.M. Snack (215 calories) 1 serving Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit Lunch (374 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad P.M. Snack (98 calories) ¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame Dinner (434 calories) 1 serving Za'atar-Roasted Chicken Tenders & Vegetables with Couscous Daily Totals: 1,507 calories, 77g fat, 11g saturated fat, 95g protein, 117g carbohydrate, 33g fiber, 1,500mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies to lunch and 1 medium apple with 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter as an evening snack. Day 26 Breakfast (385 calories) 1 serving Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds A.M. Snack (191 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt1 medium peach Lunch (374 calories) 1 serving Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad P.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Dinner (406 calories) 1 serving Baked Halibut with Brussels Sprouts & Quinoa Daily Totals: 1,488 calories, 65g fat, 12g saturated fat, 92g protein, 147g carbohydrate, 32g fiber, 1,438mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 cup nonfat plain kefir to breakfast, 1 medium orange to lunch, ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack and 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Day 27 Charlotte & Johnny Autry Breakfast (318 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½ cup blueberries3 Tbsp. chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans A.M. Snack (282 calories) 4 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls Lunch (374 calories) 1 serving Greek Salad with Edamame 1 plum P.M. Snack (95 calories) 1 medium apple Dinner (432 calories) 1 serving Sesame Kohlrabi & Chicken Salad Daily Totals: 1,501 calories, 73g fat, 12g saturated fat, 91g protein, 136g carbohydrate, 30g fiber, 1,407mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana to breakfast and ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds to P.M. snack. Day 28 Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Breakfast (318 calories) 1 cup nonfat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt½ cup blueberries3 Tbsp. chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans A.M. Snack (165 calories) 1 serving Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls 1 medium apple Lunch (374 calories) 1 serving Greek Salad with Edamame 1 plum P.M. Snack (230 calories) 1 large pear¼ cup salted dry-roasted edamame Dinner (420 calories) 1 serving Lemony-Garlic Pan-Seared Salmon 1 serving Parsley Tabbouleh Daily Totals: 1,507 calories, 69g fat, 12g saturated fat, 90g protein, 150g carbohydrate, 37g fiber, 1,238mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Sprouted-Grain Toast with Peanut Butter & Banana to breakfast and increase to 4 servings Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls at A.M. snack. Week 5 Day 29 Jason Donnelly Breakfast (368 calories) 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach 1 medium orange A.M. Snack (206 calories) ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds Lunch (351 calories) 1 serving Cucumber Salad Sandwich 1 medium peach P.M. Snack (131 calories) 1 large pear Dinner (466 calories) 1 serving Chopped Power Salad with Chicken Daily Totals: 1,523 calories, 69g fat, 12g saturated fat, 103g protein, 142g carbohydrate, 34g fiber, 1,495mg sodium Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 serving Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie to breakfast, change P.M. snack to 1 medium apple and add 1 serving No-Sugar-Added Vegan Oatmeal Cookies as an evening snack. Day 30 Breakfast (368 calories) 1 serving Tofu Scramble with Spinach 1 medium orange A.M. Snack (206 calories) ¼ cup unsalted dry-roasted almonds Lunch (351 calories) 1 serving Cucumber Salad Sandwich 1 medium peach P.M. Snack (112 calories) ½ cup unsalted low-fat cottage cheese1 plum Dinner (473 calories) 1 serving Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos 1 serving Pineapple & Avocado Salad Daily Totals: 1,509 calories, 68g fat, 11g saturated fat, 94g protein, 154g carbohydrate, 36g fiber, 1,484mg sodium Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! 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