{"id":67966,"date":"2024-11-20T15:12:20","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T15:12:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=67966"},"modified":"2024-11-21T07:25:07","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T07:25:07","slug":"high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/","title":{"rendered":"High-Calorie Recipes for Weight Gain: Nutritious and Flavorful Options"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#What_Are_Some_High-Calorie_Recipes_for_Weight_Gain\" >What Are Some High-Calorie Recipes for Weight Gain?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Whole_Wheat_Toast_with_Avocado_Scrambled_Eggs_and_Radish\" >Whole Wheat Toast with Avocado, Scrambled Eggs, and Radish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Oatmeal_with_Peanut_Butter_and_Banana\" >Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Banana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Baked_Salmon_with_Roasted_Vegetables\" >Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Creamy_Chicken_Alfredo_Pasta\" >Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#How_Can_a_Skinny_Person_Gain_Weight\" >How Can a Skinny Person Gain Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#How_Many_Calories_I_Need_to_Gain_Weight\" >How Many Calories I Need to Gain Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Which_Food_Has_the_Highest_Calories\" >Which Food Has the Highest Calories?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#What_Meals_Can_I_Make_to_Gain_Weight\" >What Meals Can I Make to Gain Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Can_I_Gain_Weight_with_3000_Calories_a_Day\" >Can I Gain Weight with 3000 Calories a Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#How_to_Get_3000_Calories_a_Day\" >How to Get 3000 Calories a Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Which_dinner_is_best_for_weight_gain\" >Which dinner is best for weight gain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#What_three_foods_make_you_gain_weight\" >What three foods make you gain weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Is_banana_good_for_weight_gain\" >Is banana good for weight gain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#Which_fruit_has_high_calories\" >Which fruit has high calories?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-recipes-for-weight-gain\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The concept of weight gain may scare some people \u2013 but not all. Some people want to gain weight and add muscle to improve their physical appearance or for health reasons. But this could be as difficult as losing weight. It involves taking in more calories than you burn throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you should know that overeating and consuming \u201cjunk food\u201d isn\u2019t the solution to this problem. Certain healthy foods can provide the extra nutrients and calories to trigger a safe weight gain process (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7946062\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article covers some <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-keto-foods\/\">high-calorie<\/a> recipes for weight gain, followed by tips on effectively increasing calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_High-Calorie_Recipes_for_Weight_Gain\"><\/span><strong>What Are Some High-Calorie Recipes for Weight Gain?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-vegan-foods\/\">High calorie meals<\/a> for muscle gain and weight gain will emphasize nutrient-dense ingredients. These recipes offer a balanced blend of proteins, carbs, and healthy fats. These meals add calories and support energy maintenance, muscle growth, and overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When trying to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-breakfast\/\">gain weight<\/a>, quality matters as much as the quantity. Adding nutritious foods ensures that essential nutrients accompany calories. Experts from the World Cancer Research Fund advise choosing high-calorie foods that are minimally processed (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcrf-uk.org\/preventing-cancer\/what-can-increase-your-risk-of-cancer\/ultra-processed-food-and-cancer\/#:~:text=Another%20study%20found%20that%20swapping,What's%20your%20cancer%20risk%3F\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These foods keep most of their original nutrients, like essential vitamins and minerals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-67761\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-carb-high-protein-meal-plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"High Calorie Recipes For Weight Gain\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-carb-high-protein-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-carb-high-protein-meal-plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-carb-high-protein-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/low-carb-high-protein-meal-plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below, we have rounded up 4 easy high calorie recipes for weight gain that could help you get started. From breakfast and dinner to high calorie snacks, these enriching recipes have the nutrients required to meet your weight gain goals. Whether you want to add a few pounds for health reasons or bulk up for sports, these 4 high-calorie recipes for weight gain will fuel you the right way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whole_Wheat_Toast_with_Avocado_Scrambled_Eggs_and_Radish\"><\/span><strong>Whole Wheat Toast with Avocado, Scrambled Eggs, and Radish<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpsm_comptable_shortcode_echo\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm-comptable-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<table id=\"wpsm-table-420\" class=\"wpsm-comptable \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"wpsm-thead wpsm-thead-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Preparation Time<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Yields<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Calories<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"wpsm-tbody\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t15 minutes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2 Servings\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t395 kCal\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The warm, fresh avocado combo with scrambled eggs on crunchy whole-wheat bread turns out incredibly yummy. The recipe to make this high calorie breakfast is:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 ripe avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 eggs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp garlic powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp ground black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">200g (7 oz) radishes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 whole-wheat toasts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instructions<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toast the whole-wheat bread by placing it in a toaster or dry-roasting it in a pan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the bread toasts, peel, pit, and mash the avocado in a bowl, mixing in ground black pepper.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and garlic powder.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm a non-stick pan and cook the eggs, stirring until they are scrambled and thickened.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rinse and slice the radishes into smaller pieces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spread the mashed avocado on the warm toast, add the scrambled eggs, and top with radishes. Serve immediately.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is the courtesy of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitfoodwizard.com\/recipe\/healthy-toasts-with-avocado-scrambled-eggs-and-radish\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fitfoodwizard.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Intense sweat sessions, working weight loss tips, lip-smacking recipes come in one package with the BetterMe: Health Coaching app\u2014all at your fingertips, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start transforming your life now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oatmeal_with_Peanut_Butter_and_Banana\"><\/span><strong>Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Banana<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpsm_comptable_shortcode_echo\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm-comptable-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<table id=\"wpsm-table-421\" class=\"wpsm-comptable \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"wpsm-thead wpsm-thead-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Preparation Time<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Yields<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Calories<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"wpsm-tbody\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t15 minutes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2 Servings\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t356 kCal\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trick to making this oatmeal bowl more voluminous and filling is double the liquid typically used. The oats may take longer to cook, but they soak up all the liquid, making a more significant portion. The recipe for it is:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 cups water, non-dairy milk, or a blend of both<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 banana, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 Tablespoons peanut butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Tablespoon chia seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon cinnamon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A pinch of sea salt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instructions<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combine the oats, banana slices, chia seeds, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt in a pot. Pour in your choice of water or milk and stir everything together.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the pot over medium-high heat and cook for 8\u201310 minutes, stirring occasionally. As the oats cook, keep stirring to help the banana soften, blend into the oats, and prevent the chia seeds from clumping. The oatmeal is ready when the liquid is absorbed, and the oats are thick and creamy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Divide the oatmeal into two bowls, topping each with peanut butter, extra banana slices, and chia seeds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For added flavor and calories, drizzle with non-dairy milk or maple syrup. Serve warm and enjoy!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is the courtesy of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingbirdfood.com\/peanut-butter-banana-oatmeal\/#h-ingredients-needed\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eatingbirdfood.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan\/\">Easy 7-Day High Protein Low Carb Diet Meal Plan<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Baked_Salmon_with_Roasted_Vegetables\"><\/span><strong>Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpsm_comptable_shortcode_echo\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm-comptable-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<table id=\"wpsm-table-422\" class=\"wpsm-comptable \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"wpsm-thead wpsm-thead-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Preparation Time<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Yields<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Calories<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"wpsm-tbody\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t20 minutes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4-5 Servings\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t377.2 kCal\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the best, easy high calorie dinner recipes ready in just 20 minutes. It is perfect for busy nights when you don\u2019t want to fuss by the stove but want a high-calorie meal to fulfill your caloric goals. For a balanced meal, serve it over whole grain couscous, orzo, or roasted golden potatoes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is how you can make it:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 to 6 ounces feta cheese block, cut into large chunks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup cherry tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 bell pepper (any color), cored and sliced into thin strips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 ounces baby bella mushrooms, trimmed and halved<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 to 5 large garlic cloves, peeled<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 to 7 sprigs of fresh thyme<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 teaspoons dried oregano<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon sumac<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon cumin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kosher salt, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 to 2 large lemons, halved, for serving<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instructions<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat your oven to 425\u00b0F. In a small bowl, mix the oregano, sumac, and cumin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the tomatoes, mushrooms, bell pepper strips, and 4\u20135 garlic cloves (peeled) in a large baking dish or sheet pan. Sprinkle over 1\/2 tablespoon of the spice mix (save the rest for the salmon) and a pinch of salt and pepper. Drizzle with 1\u20132 tablespoons of olive oil, toss to coat, and spread everything in an even layer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuck chunks of feta between the vegetables and add a few sprigs of fresh thyme on top. Bake for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables start to soften.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the vegetables are baking, pat the salmon dry and sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and the remaining spice mix.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the baking pan from the oven and nestle the salmon among the veggies and feta. Drizzle the salmon with olive oil, cover the pan with foil, and return to the oven. Bake for another 10 minutes or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the pan out of the oven, carefully remove the foil, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for extra flavor.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is the courtesy of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themediterraneandish.com\/baked-salmon-with-vegetables\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">themediterraneandish.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-67887\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"High Calorie Recipes For Weight Gain\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/7-day-pescatarian-meal-plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creamy_Chicken_Alfredo_Pasta\"><\/span><strong>Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpsm_comptable_shortcode_echo\">\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm-comptable-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<table id=\"wpsm-table-424\" class=\"wpsm-comptable \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"wpsm-thead wpsm-thead-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Preparation Time<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Yields<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Calories<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"wpsm-tbody\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t20 minutes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4 Servings\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t949 kCal\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This creamy chicken pasta is a simple and easy recipe for busy dinner nights. It is one of the high calorie recipes for weight gain for adults and family meals that don\u2019t require too much effort. You can eat it as it is or make your meals fancier by adding a loaf of garlic bread and salad on the side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s check out the steps to make this recipe:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">500 ml (2 cups) heavy or double cream (single cream is an option too)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50 g (\u00bd cup) freshly grated Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tbsp olive oil, for frying<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp unsalted butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">500 g (1 lb) large chicken breasts or skinless, boneless thighs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 garlic cloves, minced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp garlic powder (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt and pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instructions<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and let it melt. Once it starts to foam, add the minced garlic and cook, stirring for about 30 seconds, until it releases a pleasant aroma.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour in the heavy cream and let it come to a gentle simmer\u2014season with 1 teaspoon of salt and the garlic powder.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce. Add the cooked, sliced chicken and sprinkle in the fresh parsley.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until it\u2019s just al dente, which is around one minute less than the package instructions suggest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drain the pasta, saving a little of the pasta water. Add the pasta to the sauce, tossing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is the courtesy of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supergoldenbakes.com\/chicken-alfredo-recipe\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supergoldenbakes.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66846\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2000-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1024x576.png\" alt=\"High Calorie Recipes For Weight Gain\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2000-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2000-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2000-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2000-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_a_Skinny_Person_Gain_Weight\"><\/span><strong>How Can a Skinny Person Gain Weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making sustainable lifestyle changes can help skinny people to gain a healthy weight. Many people who are not clinically underweight may wish to gain more weight and build more muscles. However, it is essential to adopt safe methods to do so. Some of these include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Increase Caloric Intake<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To gain weight steadily, you should increase your daily energy intake by 300-500 calories. You can increase the calories by adding seed or nut toppings, cheese, and healthy side dishes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.journalijdr.com\/sites\/default\/files\/issue-pdf\/8938.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts, fruits, whole-grain foods, avocados, and seeds are good plant-based options to add to your high-calorie recipes if you want to gain weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Consume More Protein<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of eating empty calories and ultra-processed food, prioritize eating <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1400-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein\/\">protein-rich<\/a> foods. Proteins are vital for optimal development, growth, and overall health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7763540\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). A 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis found that protein intake above the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) can help build lean muscle mass (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2161831322002848\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The RDA for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day. However, individual needs vary based on age, sex, activity level, and health history. Sometimes, protein can significantly reduce hunger, making it challenging to get enough calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Get More Carbs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for the body. They are an integral part of a balanced diet, and experts recommend that 45% to 65% of your daily calories should come from carbs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/carbohydrates.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some foods that contain high carb content include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starchy vegetables like sweet and white potato<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains like whole wheat products, oats, quinoa, brown rice, and many more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans, lentils, peas, and soy products<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start transforming your body now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exercise<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise is also a strategy to gain weight healthily. Some exercises that could help increase muscle mass include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push-ups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull-ups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bench press<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overhead press<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to a certified trainer to create a fruitful exercise routine. Besides this, look for high calorie foods for bulking. A bulking diet mainly includes healthy fats, proteins, and complex carbs to build muscle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Note:<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you have lost weight unexpectedly, it is best to see your healthcare provider. They can help determine and address the cause, and a dietitian can help you healthily gain weight by creating a plan tailored to your needs.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Calories_I_Need_to_Gain_Weight\"><\/span><strong>How Many Calories I Need to Gain Weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use an online <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-gain-recipes\/\">weight gain<\/a> calculator to determine the number of calories you should consume daily for weight gain. Generally, you need to eat more calories than you burn to gain weight. Aim for 250\u2013500 extra calories per day above what you need to maintain weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your exact calorie needs depend on your age, sex, activity level, height, and current weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use an online calculator or ask a dietitian to find your maintenance calorie needs. Once you know this, adding 250\u2013500 calories to your daily calorie goal can help you gain 0.5\u20131 pound weekly. This gradual approach enables you to gain more lean mass rather than just fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66672\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/meal-plan-high-protein-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/meal-plan-high-protein.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/meal-plan-high-protein-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/meal-plan-high-protein.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/meal-plan-high-protein-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Food_Has_the_Highest_Calories\"><\/span><strong>Which Food Has the Highest Calories?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should include more calorie-dense foods in your diet to gain weight. Even when you want to munch on something, look for high-calorie snacks that are readily available. Know that foods high in calories often are high in fats because they have more calories per gram than carbs or proteins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7589789\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Try to include more healthy (unsaturated) fats over saturated fats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a list of some of the high-calorie foods that you can add to your diet:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and Nut Butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark Chocolate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole Grains<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatty Fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meats and poultry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-fat dairy (yogurt, milk, cheese, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Potatoes and Potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutrient-dense foods aren\u2019t just high in vitamins and minerals; they also contain other beneficial elements like antioxidants, protein, and essential fatty acids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex carbohydrates provide energy, and fiber helps keep your digestive system running smoothly. You need all of these nutrients to function well and stay healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-protein-vegetarian-meal-plan\/\">High Protein Vegetarian Meal Plan: Foods List and Sample Recipes<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Meals_Can_I_Make_to_Gain_Weight\"><\/span><strong>What Meals Can I Make to Gain Weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might help to have a structured plan to gain weight. Eating foods rich in nutrients is crucial so you don\u2019t consume only the empty calories. You should also focus on your personal goals and preferences to individualize your approach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On a general note, here is a list of some ideas for meals you can make to help increase weight:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protein-Packed Smoothies:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Blend whole or plant-based milk, protein powder, nut butter, oats, and fruit like bananas or berries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avocado and Egg Toast:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Top whole-grain toast with mashed avocado, scrambled or fried eggs, and a sprinkle of cheese. Add smoked salmon or turkey slices for extra protein.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chicken and Rice Bowl:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Combine cooked brown rice with grilled chicken, saut\u00e9ed veggies, avocado, and a drizzle of olive oil or tahini dressing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pasta with Meat Sauce:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use whole-wheat or high-protein pasta, add a rich meat sauce with ground beef or turkey, and sprinkle with Parmesan. Pair with a side salad with olive oil dressing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stir-Fried Tofu and Quinoa:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Toss tofu, veggies, and quinoa with a sesame oil sauce, and top with seeds or nuts for added calories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Peanut Butter and Banana Oatmeal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make oatmeal with milk, add sliced banana, a generous spoon of peanut butter, and sprinkle with chia seeds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Salmon with Sweet Potatoes and Greens:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Roast salmon with olive oil, serve with baked sweet potatoes and add leafy greens with nuts or seeds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can plan your meals and prepare some on the weekends. This preparation saves time and doesn\u2019t make meal planning seem like a chore.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Gain_Weight_with_3000_Calories_a_Day\"><\/span><strong>Can I Gain Weight with 3000 Calories a Day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults typically require 1600-3000 calories daily to maintain their weight. The requirements for each person differ according to factors like age, weight, sex, activity level, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming 3000 calories a day may help you gain weight if your energy needs are below that, which will be the case for many people. Otherwise, this 3000-calorie intake will keep your weight at a consistent level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use an online weight gain calculator to determine your required calories based on your factors and goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_3000_Calories_a_Day\"><\/span><strong>How to Get 3000 Calories a Day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aim to eat<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-much-food-is-3000-calories\/\"> 3,000 calories<\/a> daily from whole, minimally processed foods. Focus on options like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and lean proteins.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These foods are nutrient-rich, ensuring you meet all your nutritional needs, not just calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0002916523296306\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-59491\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/1-Month-Meal-Plan-To-Lose-20-Pounds-Healthily-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/1-Month-Meal-Plan-To-Lose-20-Pounds-Healthily.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/1-Month-Meal-Plan-To-Lose-20-Pounds-Healthily-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/1-Month-Meal-Plan-To-Lose-20-Pounds-Healthily.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/1-Month-Meal-Plan-To-Lose-20-Pounds-Healthily-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_dinner_is_best_for_weight_gain\"><\/span><strong>Which dinner is best for weight gain?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is best to focus on meals packed with nutritious, healthy fats, proteins, and complex carbohydrates to gain weight. Some great options are salmon served with quinoa, ground beef with brown rice and black beans, and pasta dressed in a rich cream sauce.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_three_foods_make_you_gain_weight\"><\/span><strong>What three foods make you gain weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that are high in calories can help you gain weight by allowing you to eat more calories overall. Foods rich in protein and healthy fats, such as nuts\/nut butter, eggs, and full-fat dairy, can be beneficial. You can eat any foods that you like, just put them together into balanced meals that contain a source of protein, a source of complex carbohydrates, and a source of healthy fats.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_banana_good_for_weight_gain\"><\/span><strong>Is banana good for weight gain?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas are a fantastic option for naturally increasing your calorie and carbohydrate intake. A medium banana has about 105 calories and 27 grams of carbohydrates (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/339736792_A_Comprehensive_Review_on_Nutritional_Value_Medicinal_Uses_and_Processing_of_Banana\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Pairing a banana with nut butter adds calories, protein, and healthy fats, making a balanced and satisfying snack.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_fruit_has_high_calories\"><\/span><strong>Which fruit has high calories?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits like mangoes, avocados, bananas, Chikoo (Sapodilla), jackfruit, custard apples, papayas, dates, guavas, and figs are calorie-rich options. Not only do they provide plenty of calories, but they are also packed with essential nutrients.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=High_Calorie_Recipes_For_Weight_Gain\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People may want to increase their weight for several reasons. Some wish to improve their athletic performance, while others want to appear in shape. Others may have lost weight due to an illness and want to regain strength.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of the reasons, the strategies to gain weight are more or less the same. Look for high calorie recipes for weight gain for females or males while focusing on bulking exercises that match your fitness level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to a registered dietitian or healthcare provider for a personalized diet and exercise plan. At each step, you must ensure that you take healthy measures and are not putting yourself at any risk!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The concept of weight gain may scare some people \u2013 but not all. Some people want to gain weight and add muscle to improve their physical appearance or for health reasons. But this could be as difficult as losing weight. It involves taking in more calories than you burn throughout the day. However, you should [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":56,"featured_media":67967,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[74,2],"tags":[],"coauthors":[177,87],"class_list":["post-67966","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-meal-ideas","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>High-Calorie Recipes for Weight Gain: Nutritious and Flavorful Options - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you want to increase your weight healthily? 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Some people want to gain weight and add muscle to improve their physical appearance or for health reasons. But this could be as difficult as losing weight. It involves taking in more calories than you burn throughout the day.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">However, you should know that overeating and consuming \u201cjunk food\u201d isn\u2019t the solution to this problem. Certain healthy foods can provide the extra nutrients and calories to trigger a safe weight gain process (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7946062\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">This article covers some <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-keto-foods\/\\\">high-calorie<\/a> recipes for weight gain, followed by tips on effectively increasing calorie intake.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Are Some High-Calorie Recipes for Weight Gain?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-calorie-vegan-foods\/\\\">High calorie meals<\/a> for muscle gain and weight gain will emphasize nutrient-dense ingredients. These recipes offer a balanced blend of proteins, carbs, and healthy fats. 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