Paleo Meal Plan: 7 Days of Whole Food Recipes

Last updated: May 12, 2026

paleo diet overview

Paleo focuses on whole foods that would have been available to pre-agricultural humans. The framework excludes grains (wheat, rice, oats, corn), legumes (beans, lentils, peanuts), most dairy, refined sugars, and industrial seed oils. Emphasizes grass-fed and pasture-raised animal protein, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and traditional fats.

Daily targets for this plan

The 7-day meal plan

Day Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Monday Three-egg veggie scramble with avocado Grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, vegetables, olive oil Pan-seared salmon with roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potato
Tuesday Smoothie with coconut milk, berries, almond butter Lettuce-wrapped burger with bacon and avocado Slow-cooked beef stew with carrots and root vegetables
Wednesday Sausage and vegetable hash Tuna salad with avocado over greens Roasted whole chicken with garlic, herbs, and roasted vegetables
Thursday Coconut chia pudding with berries Cobb salad with chicken, egg, bacon, avocado Pan-seared cod with cauliflower rice and steamed broccoli
Friday Bacon and eggs with sautéed greens Bunless turkey burger with sweet potato fries Grass-fed steak with roasted asparagus and butternut squash
Saturday Sweet potato pancakes with almond butter Chicken soup with vegetables Slow-cooked carnitas with cabbage and salsa
Sunday Hard-boiled eggs with avocado and tomato Salmon salad with cucumber, dill, olive oil Roasted pork tenderloin with apple, onion, and Brussels sprouts

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paleo meal plan FAQ

Can you eat dairy on paleo?

Strict paleo excludes all dairy. Some people follow a more permissive version that allows butter, ghee, or fermented dairy like Greek yogurt. Both approaches have proponents.

Is paleo good for weight loss?

Yes for most people. The elimination of refined sugars, grains, and processed foods typically produces 5-10 pound weight loss in the first 4-6 weeks. Long-term results depend on adherence.

How is paleo different from keto?

Paleo focuses on food types (whole foods, no grains/legumes/dairy) without macro targets. Keto focuses on macro ratios (very low carb, high fat) regardless of food type. The two diets overlap but are not the same.

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