Ready to start a Daniel Fast? In this post I share a free printable 7 Day Daniel Fast meal plan and meal prep guide. Keep reading to review simple meals on the Daniel Fast, as well as view this list and download a PDF copy.
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Daniel Fast meal plan
Here’s a video explaining about this simple 7 Day Daniel Fast Meal Plan:
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And, here’s an example video of what I eat in a day during the fast:
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Easy lunch meal prep for Daniel Fasting
Here’s a video for how to prepare the basic everyday lunch platter:
What is a Daniel Fast?
Daniel Fast is a term used to describe a diet which follows what Daniel in the Old Testament of the Bible ate during his time in captivity by the Babylonian king.
Daniel’s diet was a plant-based diet which was simple and nourishing. Meals during this fast should be simple and easy to prepare so you can focus on growing spiritually throughout this time.
- Quick start guide to Daniel Fasting
- Ultimate Guide to Daniel and Fasting Biblically in 2024
- 5 benefits of the Daniel Fast
What is a Daniel Fast diet?
A Daniel Fast Diet diet is a plant based diet mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible. It does not contain animal products. Animal products are foods that contain:
- Meat
- Cheese
- Eggs
- Dairy products
- Seafood
- Shellfish
- Insects
- Gelatine
Any other foods that do not contain the above listed foods are generally considered Daniel Diet foods.
Why do a Daniel Fast?
There are many reasons to do a Daniel Fast.
The best reason is because it’s something you want to do, not something someone else is trying to get you to do or something you feel pressured to do.
Here are six popular reasons people choose a Daniel Diet diet:
- For better spiritual health
- For better mental health
- For better physical health
- For the animals
- For the environment
- To practice non-violence
- Because people just don’t like the taste or texture of animal products
How Daniel fasted
It’s important to remember what Daniel said about this fast, here’s a reminder:
Daniel 1:8
“But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s delicacies, nor with the wine which he drank;”
Daniel 10:3
“I ate no pleasant food, no meat or wine came into my mouth, nor did I anoint myself at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled.”
What this means, regarding his meals, is that the food and drink Daniel consumed during his fasting was not meant to be things he craved, but instead foods and drinks he needed to feel nourished. He also acknowledge that the king’s food would defile his body (meaning to degrade or poison), which is sinful.
This menu was created with these methods in mind. The meals are simple and delicious, but the idea of this fast is to not be too concerned with decadence, like “the king’s food”.
Sinless eating
When we focus on satisfying our flesh (like our tastes and desires), it’s hard to satisfy our Spirit.
By choosing meals which are simple and nourishing, we can get full without being sinful (like overindulging on unhealthy foods and drinks).
If we aren’t in sin, we can get closer to God and feel joyful and peaceful.
By meal prepping our food ahead of time, we don’t have to focus each day on cooking meals or deciding what to eat.
It also almost forces us to eat these meals because we don’t want to waste food that’s already been prepared.
And, it makes it easy to stick to the fast because the meal prepped food is often quicker to reheat than preparing a meal that is unhealthy and sinful.
What is a Daniel Diet meal plan?
A Daniel Diet meal plan is a document that tells you what meals to eat over a specific period of time during this fast.
Meal plans can be used for:
- One meal
- One day
- 7 days
- 10 days
- 21 days
- 40 days
- One year
A Daniel Fast meal plan includes only plant based ingredients and dishes.
A full meal plan usually includes:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Dessert
If you’re trying to stick to a Daniel Fast diet, using a meal plan is a good idea because it will save time and stress when it comes to feeding yourself and family.
Having a good plan will also help to keep you on a diet because you will already have meals planned out in advance. A meal plan is a great tool for getting started.
Free 7 Day Daniel Fast meal plan PDF
Many people start a Daniel Fast for seven days.
On this page you’ll find a free printable PDF Daniel Fast meal plan and meal prep guide.This plan can be used for 7, 10, 21, and 40 days or longer. Reuse this plan each week for simple meals on the Daniel Fast.
Note: Be sure to share this meal plan with your healthcare provider prior to making any changes to your diet.
Here’s links to download this free meal plan and corresponding files:
- Free Download: 7 Day Daniel Fast Menu and Meal Prep Guide PDF
- Free Download: 7 Day Daniel Fast Shopping List (with free printable)
- Free Download: 7 Day Daniel Fast Journal (free printable PDF)
About this Daniel Fast menu
This menu is very simple to prepare because it repeats the same smoothie, hot beverage, snack and lunches everyday through the fast.
- Easy everyday lunch meal prep for Daniel Fast includes Hummus, Vegetables and Unleavened Bread.
- The breakfast and dinners change on Day 5. For example, the first four days of the fast you’ll enjoy Oatmeal or Oat Bars for breakfast, and Queso, Beans, Greens and Rice Bowls for dinner.
- Then, the last three days you’ll enjoy Breakfast Scramble for breakfast and Roasted Potatoes and Vegetables for dinner.
Because this is a repeating menu, meal prep is very easy! Just two days of meal prep are required during this fast. You will portion the meals on the Daniel Fast ahead of time for easy reheating and serving each day.
Daily Dozen dietary recommendations
This menu was created based on the Daily Dozen dietary recommendations which can be found at nutritionfacts.org. Daily Dozen recommends daily servings of whole grains, legumes, leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, vegetables, fruits, berries, nuts and seeds.
Meal prep tips
It’s ideal to have four days of meal containers available for smoothies, breakfast, snack, lunch, and dinner. This way, all of your meals are already portioned, which saves time, effort and cleanup each day. The menu is varied enough so you won’t get too burnt out on meals throughout the 7-Day Daniel Fast.
7-Day Daniel Fast menu
Here’s the simple meals in this Daniel Fast:
Days 1, 2, 3 & 4
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- Daniel Fast smoothie
- Daniel Fast hot cacao drink
- Daniel Fast easy oatmeal or Daniel Fast oatmeal bars
- Fruit, Berries, & Nuts or Brazil nut milk
- Easy everyday lunch meal prep for Daniel Fast
- Daniel Fast queso sauce with Beans, Greens & Rice
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Days 5, 6 & 7
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- Daniel Fast smoothie
- Daniel Fast hot cacao drink
- Daniel Fast breakfast scramble
- Fruit, Berries, & Nuts or Brazil nut milk
- Easy everyday lunch meal prep for Daniel Fast
- Roasted Potatoes and Vegetables
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Here’s a list of steps to meal prep your meals on Day 1 and Day 4, as well as daily reheating and serving instructions.
Day 1
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- Blend Green Apple Smoothie
- Make Hot Cacao Mix for 7 days
- Make Oatmeal or Oat Bars
- Make Brazil Milk, optional
- Make or Buy Hummus, portion into 4 meal container
- Chop or Buy Veggie Sticks, portion into 4 meal containers
- Make or Buy Unleavened Bread
- Make Queso for 4 days
- Prepare Beans
- Cook Rice
- Portion prepared rice, beans and queso into 4 meal containers for reheating
Daily food preparation:
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- Pour Green Apple Smoothie into a serving glass or jar
- Prepare Hot Cacao Beverage, pour into serving cup or container
- Reheat Oatmeal or enjoy Oat Bar
- Portion fruit and nuts into serving bowl or meal container, pour Brazil Milk into cup
- Serve Hummus with Veggie Sticks and Unleavened Bread
- Reheat prepared Rice, Beans and Queso, top with desired toppings such as avocado, onions, salsa, hot sauce, guacamole, cilantro, corn, bell peppers, salt and pepper
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Day 4
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- Blend Green Apple Smoothie
- Make Tofu Scramble, enough for 3 days (1 block firm tofu)
- Make Brazil Milk, optional
- Make or Buy Hummus, portion into 3 meal container
- Chop or Buy Veggie Sticks, portion into 3 meal containers
- Make or Buy Unleavened Bread
- Prepare and Roast or Air Fry Potatoes and Vegetables, portion into meal containers
Daily food preparation:
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- Pour Green Apple Smoothie into a serving glass or jar
- Prepare Hot Cacao Beverage, pour into serving cup or container
- Reheat Tofu Scramble, serve with greens and other desired toppings such as avocado, onion, tomatoes, hot sauce, salsa, salt, pepper, or other condiments
- Portion fruit and nuts into serving bowl or meal container, pour Brazil Milk into cup
- Serve Hummus with Veggie Sticks and Unleavened Bread
- Reheat prepared potatoes and vegetables, top with desired toppings such as vegan mayo, hot sauce, salsa, queso sauce, vegan butter, salt, pepper, and/or seasonings
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Free PDF printables
Here’s the free printable PDFs of this meal plan, shopping list, and fasting journal for download:
- 7 Day Daniel Fast Menu and Meal Prep Guide PDF
- Free Printable Daniel Fast Shopping List PDF
- 7-Day Daniel Fast Journal PDF
Further reading:
- Free Download: 7 Day Daniel Fast Shopping List (with free printable)
- Quick start guide to Daniel Fasting
- Ultimate Guide to Daniel and Fasting Biblically
