Meal Planning

Developing a plan of what you will eat can help you meet your nutritional needs.

Here are some quick tips to help get you started.

Think about what you're in the mood for. Do you want something... Salty or sweet?
Crunchy or soft?
Hot or cold?
How much time and money will you have to spend on this meal? Be realistic.
Make an effort to include several food groups for good variety.
Choose a protein source.
Pick a grain that will compliment the protein.
Incorporate some fruits or vegetables, if not both.

Protein	Grain	Fruit or Vegetable	Meal

Chicken Breast	Pasta	Salad	Chicken Parmesan with Red Sauce over Angel Hair Pasta Side Salad with Italian Dressing

Cheese	Bread	Tomato Soup	Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Soup

Fish Filet	Rice	Mango Salsa	Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa and Rice Pilaf

Peanut Butter	Tortilla	Sliced Bananas	Peanut Butter and Banana Quesadilla

Steak	Roll	Asparagus	Steak, Dinner Roll with Butter, and Grilled Asparagus

*Moderately-sized, well-balanced meals and snacks will keep your metabolism working and can help to prevent over-eating behaviors.

	Home	Appointments	General Medical Care	Nurse Advice Line	Hours	Contact UHS
Copyright © 2009 The University of Texas at Austin University Health Services, All Rights Reserved