After doing some research, I came up with the following DIY 21 Day Meal Plan Basics:
1600 calories - approximately 40% protein, 30% carbs, 30% fat ( I like to use Fitness Pal to track my calories and macros)
RED = 5 oz protein
YELLOW = 1/2 C starchy carb
GREEN = 1 C vegetable
PURPLE = 1 C fruit
ORANGE = 2T seed/oil/salad dressing
BLUE = 2 oz or 1/4 C healthy fat
PER DAY
4 RED
2 eggs
turkey burger
5 oz chicken
1/2 C cottage cheese
1- 5 oz container of yogurt
quinoa
2 YELLOW
corn
brown rice
sweet potato
white potato
tortilla
whole grain bread
oatmeal
squash
4 GREEN
non starchy vegetables
greens
3 PURPLE
fruit
2 ORANGE
salad dressing
oils
nut butter
1 BLUE
nuts
cheese
avocado
1-2 Tsp of natural sweeteners ( honey)
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