Diabetic Meal Plan and Grocery List
(***Watch for any food allergies and avoid those***)
Here’s a 1,800 kcal ADA (American Diabetes Association) diet meal plan for diabetic adults, along with a detailed grocery list.
🍽️ 1,800 kcal ADA Meal Plan for Diabetic Adults
Total Calories: ~1,800 kcal/day
Macronutrient Ratio:
Carbohydrates: ~45-50%
Protein: ~20-25%
Healthy Fats: ~25-30%
Fiber-Rich, Low-Glycemic Foods
Balanced Meals: 3 Meals + 2 Snacks
📅 Meal Plan
🥣 Breakfast (~450 kcal)
✅ Option 1: Scrambled Eggs & Whole Grain Toast
2 scrambled eggs (140 kcal)
1 slice whole grain toast (80 kcal)
½ avocado (120 kcal)
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 kcal)
1 small apple (80 kcal)
✅ Option 2: Greek Yogurt & Berries
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (120 kcal)
¼ cup granola (100 kcal)
½ cup mixed berries (35 kcal)
1 tbsp chia seeds (50 kcal)
1 tsp honey (15 kcal)
🍲 Lunch (~500 kcal)
✅ Option 1: Grilled Chicken & Quinoa Salad
3 oz grilled chicken breast (140 kcal)
½ cup cooked quinoa (110 kcal)
1 cup mixed greens (15 kcal)
½ cup cherry tomatoes (15 kcal)
1 tbsp olive oil + balsamic vinegar dressing (120 kcal)
✅ Option 2: Turkey & Avocado Wrap
1 whole wheat wrap (200 kcal)
3 oz turkey breast (90 kcal)
¼ avocado (60 kcal)
1 slice Swiss cheese (70 kcal)
1 cup raw spinach (10 kcal)
1 tbsp hummus (30 kcal)
🥗 Snack 1 (~150 kcal)
✅ Option 1: Nuts & Cheese
10 almonds (70 kcal)
1 string cheese (80 kcal)
✅ Option 2: Apple & Peanut Butter
½ apple (40 kcal)
1 tbsp natural peanut butter (100 kcal)
🍛 Dinner (~550 kcal)
✅ Option 1: Baked Salmon & Roasted Vegetables
4 oz salmon (230 kcal)
½ cup roasted sweet potatoes (100 kcal)
1 cup steamed broccoli (50 kcal)
1 tbsp olive oil (120 kcal)
✅ Option 2: Stir-Fried Tofu & Brown Rice
½ cup cooked brown rice (110 kcal)
½ cup stir-fried tofu (100 kcal)
1 cup mixed bell peppers & zucchini (50 kcal)
1 tbsp soy sauce (10 kcal)
1 tsp sesame oil (45 kcal)
🍎 Snack 2 (~150 kcal)
✅ Option 1: Cottage Cheese & Berries
½ cup low-fat cottage cheese (80 kcal)
½ cup blueberries (40 kcal)
✅ Option 2: Dark Chocolate & Walnuts
1 square dark chocolate (70% cocoa) (60 kcal)
5 walnuts (90 kcal)
🛒 Grocery List (1 Week)
Protein & Dairy
✅ Eggs (1 dozen)
✅ Chicken breast (3 lbs)
✅ Salmon fillet (1 lb)
✅ Tofu (1 block)
✅ Turkey breast slices (1 lb)
✅ Plain Greek yogurt (2 cups)
✅ String cheese (6 pieces)
✅ Low-fat cottage cheese (1 cup)
Fruits
✅ Apples (4)
✅ Mixed berries (2 cups)
✅ Avocados (3)
Vegetables
✅ Mixed greens (1 bag)
✅ Cherry tomatoes (1 pint)
✅ Spinach (1 bunch)
✅ Broccoli (2 heads)
✅ Bell peppers (2)
✅ Zucchini (1)
Grains & Legumes
✅ Whole grain toast (1 loaf)
✅ Whole wheat wraps (1 pack)
✅ Brown rice (2 cups)
✅ Quinoa (1 cup)
✅ Granola (1 cup)
Healthy Fats & Nuts
✅ Almonds (1 cup)
✅ Walnuts (1 cup)
✅ Natural peanut butter (1 jar)
✅ Olive oil (1 bottle)
✅ Chia seeds (1 small bag)
✅ Dark chocolate (70% cocoa, 1 bar)
Condiments & Miscellaneous
✅ Hummus (1 small container)
✅ Balsamic vinegar (1 small bottle)
✅ Soy sauce (1 small bottle)
✅ Sesame oil (1 small bottle)
✔️ Key Benefits
✅ Diabetes-Friendly: Balanced carbs to prevent spikes
✅ Fiber-Rich: Helps manage blood sugar
✅ Lean Proteins & Healthy Fats: Keeps you full
✅ Whole Foods: No refined sugars