Meal Planner Freebie! Weekly & Monthly printables (2024)

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I’ll admit it, I’m a Meal Planner addict! Who’s with me? I don’t know about you, but I also LOVE stationary! Nice Pens, Cute Post it notes, and most of all NOTEBOOKS…. I have so many, and almost none of them full, except of course the ones I use for Meal Planning, those are well loved, dog eared treasures with a splash of this or that on it from being in the kitchen with me.

Now of course I love to use Pinterest and food blogs for ideas and inspiration and I have subscribed to different meal planning sites, but sometimes I like to mix things up and I still always find myself hunting for an organized way to track what I’ve actually decided on. That’s where the idea for these Meal Planner Freebies came from. I need to be organized.

Are you new to Meal Planning? or looking for a good plan to try? Or just want to get a FREE WEEK of meal plans with a shopping list? Just click on the link below, and try the Family Fave’s Meal plan free for a week from Menu Planning Central. They’re adding a Healthy Eating in under 30 Minutes plan too soon! or Try the 5 Dinners in 1 Hour Meal Prepping System for 2 weeks for just $2.00.You’ll get 10 different recipes to work with from both their clean eating and classic plans, customizable shopping list, prepping instructions and cooking day directions.

How to organize Meal Plans?

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I’ve tried various systems, notebooks, apps, websites, spreadsheets, and printables over the years. I have never quite found the perfect solution, but I did discover that I NEEDED to have a good old fashioned written down list. While I’m sure there are good ones out there, I wanted one that was cute and colourful, so this is what I came up with!

Meal Planner Freebie

Please enjoy these freemeal planner printable files from Love on a plate and then hop on over to our Facebook Community to let us know what you think!

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Here’s the downloadable pdf, just click on the link and it will open up in a new tab or right click to download it to your computer. Please feel free to share this Meal Planner by sharing this post using the Facebook Share Button at the bottom of the post.

Love on a Plate Weekly Meal Planner Printable

Once the Weekly Meal Planner was done, I of course wanted one for the month, that matched, so that I could be SURE I wasn’t making the same things over and over… not that it’s likely to happen, but ya’ never know! I’ll confess, that I AM one of those people that prefers not to have the same protein two nights in a row, or the same dish two consecutive weeks in a row… my husband thinks it must be hard to be me sometimes *lol* Annnnyways, here’s the Monthly Meal Planner Printable.

Love on a Plate Monthly Meal Planner Printable

By loveonaplate on September 21st, 2018

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2 thoughts on “Meal Planner Freebie! Weekly & Monthly printables”

  1. I like your Weekly Meal Planner the best of all the planner pages that I’ve looked at.. My only issue is that it starts with Monday instead of Sunday. Would you please create a planner where Sunday is at the top of the week instead of the bottom and offer it as a printing option or make the current page editable?
    My grocery shopping is done on Friday nights, so, to start the planner with Saturday , Sunday then Monday would flow better.

    I hope to hear from you soon!
    Thank you,
    Mary Scott

    Reply

    • Hi Mary, So glad you like the planner! Let me see what I can do about making that change…. I’ll post on the blog when I’ve made the adjustment.

      Reply

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Meal Planner Freebie! Weekly & Monthly printables (2024)

FAQs

Is there a free app to plan meals for the week? ›

Mealime Meal Plans & Recipes

This free meal planning app (with no in-app purchases) offers healthy recipes, grocery lists, and more. It allows you to filter by eating restrictions—think low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, and more—and prioritizes meals that cook in 30 minutes or so.

How do I make my own meal planner? ›

Here are some simple tips to get you started:
  1. See what you already have. ...
  2. Write down your meals. ...
  3. Write down recipes to try. ...
  4. Think about your time. ...
  5. Plan to use leftovers. ...
  6. Make a grocery list. ...
  7. Build your shopping list as you go. ...
  8. Buy a mix of fresh, frozen, and self-stable items.

Is there a meal generator app? ›

My friend recommended that I start using Mealime for meal planning, and I've never looked back! There's so many good things about this app- tasty recipes and the grocery list make life so much easier. We used to struggle with figuring out what to make for dinner, but not anymore!

How do I make a monthly meal plan? ›

How to Make a Monthly Meal Plan
  1. Look at the family calendar and see what's going on. ...
  2. Write down the meals you always have on the same day. ...
  3. Brainstorm a few meals based on what you already have. ...
  4. Brainstorm a few meals based on weekly sales flyers. ...
  5. Review your meal plan and update where necessary.
Apr 19, 2022

Is yummly free? ›

It's a useful tool for me and one of the must-have food apps on my phone. All the other exclusively vegan recipe apps , or just general apps are overpriced and don't do half the things Yummly does or if they do you have to pay a ridiculous subscription fee. The best part it is all free!

Is eatthismuch free? ›

We offer both free accounts and premium accounts. As a free user, you can create a day's meal plan and completely customize it however you want.

What is the best free meal planning app? ›

Our picks for the best meal planning apps
  • Best for weight loss: Noom Weight.
  • Best for meal prep: Cronometer.
  • Best for quick recipes: Yazio.
  • Best for bodybuilding: MyFitnessPal.
  • Best free: Mealime.
  • Best paleo: PlateJoy.
  • Best budget: Paprika.
Apr 18, 2024

How much do meal planners charge? ›

In general, a one-time consultation with a nutritionist to create a personalized meal plan can cost anywhere from $50 to $200 or more. Some nutritionists may also offer ongoing support and check-ins, which can increase the overall cost.

How to make a cheap meal plan? ›

10 tips to get you started on meal planning on a budget:
  1. Make a menu. ...
  2. Plan your meals around foods that are on sale. ...
  3. Plan some plant-based meals every week. ...
  4. Check your pantry, refrigerator and freezer. ...
  5. Enjoy grains more often. ...
  6. Avoid recipes that need a special ingredient. ...
  7. Look for seasonal recipes.
Feb 22, 2023

Is Mealime free? ›

In short, Mealime is a free app that claims to make "meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking as simple as getting takeout." And folks, nothing is as simple as getting takeout, but this is as close as it's going to get. I want to put it out there that they're not paying me to say this — I just really love this app.

How to create a meal plan for the week? ›

How do I plan a menu for a week? Repetition is key. Pick two or three breakfast options and two or three lunch options for the week (at most), and add variety through dinner and snacks. Consider what meals you and your family enjoy eating, any food allergies or dietary needs, and how much time you have to prepare food.

Is the intent meal planner app free? ›

Intent is free to download and free to use. We offer an auto-renewing premium subscription for additional recipes, diet plans, and features, and you can subscribe on a monthly or annual plan.

What are the 6 principles of good menu planning? ›

To improve food quality, household meals should be planned based on six principles; namely adequacy, balance, calorie (energy) control, nutrient density, moderation and variety.

How to make your own meal plan for weight loss? ›

How to Create Your Own Custom Weight Loss Meal Plans
  1. Avoid Calorie Counting. ...
  2. Find Nutrient-Dense Foods. ...
  3. Stick to an Eating Schedule. ...
  4. Find a Meal Prep Method That Fits Your Routine. ...
  5. Eat Foods You Actually Like. ...
  6. Variety Is Best. ...
  7. Remember to Plan For Snacks. ...
  8. Learn More About Weight Loss Meal Plans and Fitness.

How to create a family meal plan? ›

Write a list of the foods your family likes to eat and keep it taped inside the kitchen cabinet. When you try a new recipe that everyone likes, add it to the list. Make enough menus for about a two-week cycle. Plan for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, or five to six “mini-meals” per day.

What is the best free meal tracker app? ›

A quick look at the best calorie counter apps
  • Best overall: MyFitnessPal.
  • Best free features: Lose It!
  • Best fully free: FatSecret.
  • Best for specific diets: Cronometer.
  • Best for weight loss: Noom.
  • Best for building healthy habits: Lifesum.
  • Best for diet quality: MyNetDiary.
  • Best for simplicity: Calory.
Mar 7, 2023

How do I make a meal plan for the week? ›

How do I plan a menu for a week? Repetition is key. Pick two or three breakfast options and two or three lunch options for the week (at most), and add variety through dinner and snacks. Consider what meals you and your family enjoy eating, any food allergies or dietary needs, and how much time you have to prepare food.

Which is the best free diet app? ›

The best free weight loss apps on our list are Fooducate, Lose It!, and Zero. Each offers valuable features in their free versions: Fooducate provides a unique food grading system, helping users make healthier choices.

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