1,200 Calorie Pescatarian Meal Plan

A 1,200 calorie pescatarian diet, carefully planned, can promote healthy eating habits for individuals with a lower activity level, aiming for weight loss. Be mindful that calorie needs vary, hence caloric intake should align with personal goals and lifestyle.

Please note: This is just a day’s example of a 1,200 calorie pescatarian meal plan. For a fully personalized plan that suits you and your goals, with hundreds of individual and delicious recipes, be sure to check out our Macro Calculator and Meal Plan Generator and let us do all the work for you!

Who should try this diet?

People aiming for weight loss may find this low-calorie approach effective as it promotes a calorie deficit. However, if it leads to unwanted weight loss, consider adjusting your caloric intake.

Example plan

We’ve provided a printable 1,200 calorie pescatarian meal plan PDF, including recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. It’s structured over 5 meals (3 mains and 2 snacks).

Download the meal plan in the link above or continue reading for recipes.

Provides 1,241 kcal, 82g Protein, 158g Carbs, 38g Fat per day.

Breakfast

Frozen Blueberry Breakfast Protein Bowl

Are you ready for a morning treat that rivals coffee? This one will have you ready for the day in a jiffy.

Calories and Macros

335 Calories
23g Protein
45g Carbohydrates
9g Fat

Ingredients

80 grams Frozen Blueberries
80 grams Frozen Raspberries
1 Kiwifruit
120 grams Greek Yogurt (whole milk)
10 grams Vanilla Whey Protein (80%)
50ml Almond Milk
10 grams Oats

Instructions

Step 1: Take the frozen berries, the yogurt, the protein powder, and the milk, and let them get to know each other in a blender or food processor as you lightly pulse. 

Step 2: Once you have a delicious purée, spoon it into a breakfast bowl.

Step 3: Slice the kiwi and layer it on top with a couple of extra raspberries and a sprinkle of oats. 

Step 4: Serve with a dash of cinnamon if you’re feeling spicy.

Lunch

Hummus Bites Power Pack!

Calories and Macros

428 Calories
15g Protein
62g Carbohydrates
16g Fat

Ingredients

1/2 medium Cucumber
75 grams Hummus
1 large Whole Wheat Pita Bread
12 Cherry Tomatoes
12 Black Olives

Instructions

Step 1: Slice the cucumber and place into the lunchbox.

Step 2: Slice the pita bread into bitesize triangles and place into the lunchbox along with the hummus (just let them chill together like buds).

Step 3: Add the tomatoes and olives to the lunchbox.

Step 4: Store, or eat right away!

Dinner

Autumn Baked Cod with Garlic Squash

Calories and Macros

263 Calories
24g Protein
21g Carbohydrates
10g Fat

Ingredients

120 grams Atlantic Cod
50 grams Cherry Tomatoes
150 grams Butternut Squash
1 clove Garlic
1 wedge Lemon
1 tsp Parsley
2 tsp Olive Oil

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 C)

Step 2: Bring a small pot of water to boil over a high heat

Step 3: Peel and cube your squash into 1-inch cubes

Step 4: Parboil the squash for about 3 – 5 minutes

Step 5: In a solid baking dish, drizzle half the olive oil in order to coat the bottom of the dish well

Step 6: Drain the sweet squash, and place on the side

Step 7: Lay your cod in the dish and evenly scatter with the tomatoes, squash, and garlic. Then drizzle everything with the remaining olive oil!

Step 8: Give a cheeky little season with salt and pepper!

Step 9: Bake for around 10 – 12 minutes before serving up with a light squeeze of lemon juice and some fresh parsley!

Snack 1

Red Grapes

Not quite a glass of wine, but close!

Calories and Macros

41 Calories
0g Protein
11g Carbohydrates
0g Fat

Ingredients

60 grams Red Grapes

Snack 2

Chocolate Protein and Refreshing Watermelon

Calories and Macros

174 Calories
20g Protein
19g Carbohydrates
3g Fat

Ingredients

15 grams Chocolate Whey Protein (80%)
200 ml Milk
90 grams Watermelon

Instructions

Step 1: Thoroughly mix the protein powder with the milk along with a little additional water if necessary.

Step 2: Serve up with the watermelon on the side!

This snack is one in a melon…

So, there you have it! A balanced, nutritious, and delicious 1,200-calorie pescatarian meal plan. Enjoy!