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120g Protein Meal Plan

By Our Nutrition Team |

120g daily protein — the go-to target for strength trainers, serious dieters, and anyone who wants visible results from their effort.

Sample 7-Day 120g Protein Menu

Every day hits 120g+ protein with balanced macros and real food.

Days 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Meals Breakfast: Egg & Sausage Wrap
Lunch: Double Chicken Salad
Snack: Cottage Cheese & Berries
Dinner: Salmon with Sweet Potato
Breakfast: High-Protein Oats
Lunch: Steak & Rice Bowl
Snack: Greek Yogurt & Almonds
Dinner: Chicken Curry & Rice
Breakfast: Protein Smoothie Bowl
Lunch: Turkey Meatball Sub
Snack: Protein Shake & Apple
Dinner: Cod & Roasted Vegetables
Breakfast: Steak & Eggs
Lunch: Chicken Burrito Bowl
Snack: Boiled Eggs & Hummus
Dinner: Turkey Stir-fry
Breakfast: Smoked Salmon & Eggs
Lunch: Tuna Pasta Salad
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Grilled Pork Chop
Breakfast: Protein French Toast
Lunch: Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Snack: Protein Shake
Dinner: Sirloin Steak & Baked Potato
Breakfast: Smoked Salmon & Eggs
Lunch: Beef Chili
Snack: Ricotta & Honey Toast
Dinner: Chicken Thighs with Couscous
Daily Totals Calories: 1,820
Protein: 144g
Carbs: 108g
Fat: 83g
Calories: 1,960
Protein: 139g
Carbs: 178g
Fat: 70g
Calories: 1,710
Protein: 136g
Carbs: 164g
Fat: 50g
Calories: 1,920
Protein: 142g
Carbs: 138g
Fat: 82g
Calories: 1,720
Protein: 130g
Carbs: 140g
Fat: 68g
Calories: 1,880
Protein: 124g
Carbs: 174g
Fat: 68g
Calories: 1,840
Protein: 118g
Carbs: 144g
Fat: 80g

Day 1

1,820 calories · 144g protein · 108g carbs · 83g fat

Breakfast (520 calories)

Egg & Sausage Wrap

3 eggs, turkey sausage, cheese, and spinach in a tortilla.

Lunch (520 calories)

Double Chicken Salad

200g grilled chicken breast over mixed greens with olive oil dressing.

Snack (200 calories)

Cottage Cheese & Berries

200g cottage cheese with mixed berries.

Dinner (580 calories)

Salmon with Sweet Potato

Baked salmon, roasted sweet potato, and green beans.

Day 2

1,960 calories · 139g protein · 178g carbs · 70g fat

Breakfast (520 calories)

High-Protein Oats

Oats with whey protein, peanut butter, and banana.

Lunch (620 calories)

Steak & Rice Bowl

Lean steak strips, jasmine rice, and sautéed peppers.

Snack (240 calories)

Greek Yogurt & Almonds

200g Greek yogurt (0%) with 20g almonds.

Dinner (580 calories)

Chicken Curry & Rice

Chicken breast in light coconut curry with basmati rice.

Day 3

1,710 calories · 136g protein · 164g carbs · 50g fat

Breakfast (480 calories)

Protein Smoothie Bowl

Thick protein smoothie with frozen berries, topped with granola and seeds.

Lunch (540 calories)

Turkey Meatball Sub

Lean turkey meatballs in marinara on a whole-grain roll.

Snack (210 calories)

Protein Shake & Apple

1 scoop whey protein with 1 medium apple.

Dinner (480 calories)

Cod & Roasted Vegetables

Pan-seared cod with roasted broccoli, carrots, and couscous.

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Day 4

1,920 calories · 142g protein · 138g carbs · 82g fat

Breakfast (520 calories)

Steak & Eggs

120g lean steak with 2 scrambled eggs and toast.

Lunch (640 calories)

Chicken Burrito Bowl

200g chicken, rice, black beans, salsa, and sour cream.

Snack (240 calories)

Boiled Eggs & Hummus

2 boiled eggs with 50g hummus.

Dinner (520 calories)

Turkey Stir-fry

Ground turkey with broccoli, carrots, and soy sauce over rice.

Day 5

1,720 calories · 130g protein · 140g carbs · 68g fat

Breakfast (420 calories)

Smoked Salmon & Eggs

80g smoked salmon with 2 poached eggs on rye bread.

Lunch (520 calories)

Tuna Pasta Salad

Canned tuna with whole-wheat pasta, olives, and vinaigrette.

Snack (220 calories)

Protein Bar

1 protein bar (20g protein, ~220 kcal).

Dinner (560 calories)

Grilled Pork Chop

200g pork chop with mashed sweet potato and steamed broccoli.

Day 6

1,880 calories · 124g protein · 174g carbs · 68g fat

Breakfast (420 calories)

Protein French Toast

2 slices thick-cut bread dipped in egg-protein batter with berries and maple syrup.

Lunch (580 calories)

Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Spiced grilled chicken with rice, pickled vegetables, hummus, and garlic sauce.

Snack (260 calories)

Protein Shake

Whey protein blended with banana and oat milk.

Dinner (620 calories)

Sirloin Steak & Baked Potato

170g sirloin steak with loaded baked potato and steamed asparagus.

Day 7

1,840 calories · 118g protein · 144g carbs · 80g fat

Breakfast (420 calories)

Smoked Salmon & Eggs

2 poached eggs with smoked salmon on a toasted English muffin with hollandaise.

Lunch (560 calories)

Beef Chili

Lean ground beef chili with kidney beans and corn, topped with cheese and sour cream.

Snack (240 calories)

Ricotta & Honey Toast

Whole grain toast with ricotta, honey, and sliced almonds.

Dinner (620 calories)

Chicken Thighs with Couscous

Herb-marinated chicken thighs with couscous, roasted peppers, and tzatziki.

120g Protein Weekly Grocery List

Everything you need to hit 120g protein every day.

Proteins

  • Chicken breast
  • Sirloin steak
  • Salmon fillet
  • Turkey sausage
  • Turkey mince
  • Eggs
  • Cod fillet
  • Whey protein powder

Dairy

  • Greek yogurt (0%)
  • Cottage cheese
  • Milk
  • Cheese (sliced)
  • Mozzarella

Grains & Carbs

  • Brown rice
  • Whole-wheat pasta
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Whole-grain bread
  • Rolled oats
  • Couscous
  • Whole-grain rolls

Vegetables & Fruits

  • Broccoli
  • Spinach
  • Avocado
  • Mixed greens
  • Carrots
  • Asparagus
  • Bananas
  • Mixed berries

Pantry

  • Olive oil
  • Peanut butter
  • Marinara sauce
  • Coconut curry paste
  • Seeds mix

120g Protein Meal Plan FAQ

Is 120g protein good for weight loss?

Excellent. 120g protein during a calorie deficit preserves muscle mass, boosts metabolism, and dramatically reduces hunger. Most successful dieters eat 1.5-2g/kg during a cut.

How hard is it to eat 120g protein daily?

Not hard at all once you build the habit. A chicken breast (31g), 3 eggs (19g), Greek yogurt (15g), salmon fillet (25g), and glass of milk (8g) = 98g. Add any protein-rich snack for 120g+.

Do I need to eat 120g protein on rest days?

Yes. Muscle recovery and protein synthesis continue for 24-48 hours after training. Keep protein consistent every day for best results.

Can too much protein damage kidneys?

For healthy individuals, 120g protein daily is completely safe. Studies show no kidney damage in healthy adults up to 2.2g/kg body weight. Only those with pre-existing kidney disease need caution.

What's the difference between 100g and 120g protein?

The extra 20g (about one chicken thigh) makes a measurable difference in recovery, satiety, and body composition — especially during strength training or calorie restriction.

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