22 Jul What does 1200 calories look like?

The recipes are quick, easy to prepare and use regular everyday food, so you won’t break the bank doing your grocery shopping. Couple this healthy meal plan with daily exercise and you’re on track to lose a healthy 1 to 2 pounds per week. With the meal planning already complete, all that’s left to do is get started!

Day 1

Breakfast (274 calories)
Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey
• 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1 tsp. honey
Top yogurt with blueberries & honey.
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. almonds on the side
A.M. Snack (90 calories)
• 1/2 medium green bell pepper, sliced
• 3 Tbsp. hummus

Lunch (330 calories)
White Bean & Avocado Toast
• 1 slice whole-wheat bread, toasted
• 1/2 avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup white beans, mashed
• Salt and pepper
Top toast with avocado and white beans. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper, and if desired, crushed red pepper.
• 2 cups mixed greens dressed with 1 tsp. olive oil & 2 tsp. red-wine vinegar

P.M. Snack (48 calories)
• 3/4 cup raspberries

Dinner (476 calories)
• 1 serving Creamy Chicken & Mushrooms
• 1 cup Balsamic-Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

Daily Total: 1,218 calories, 78 g protein, 95 g carbohydrates, 31 g fiber, 64 g fat, 1,301 mg sodium