This calories per meal calculator splits your daily calorie target evenly across your meals, so you know roughly how much to eat at each. Enter daily calories and meals per day above.
Formula
Calories per meal = Daily calories ÷ Meals per day
Example
2,000 kcal/day over 3 meals: about 667 kcal/meal.
You can weight meals differently — a larger lunch, lighter dinner — as long as the daily total fits your goal.
Important
This tool is for general educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not replace evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional — consult one for any health decision. Last updated: August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories should each meal have?
Divide your daily target by the number of meals. On 2,000 calories over 3 meals, that is about 667 each.
Should all meals be equal?
Not necessarily. You can vary meal sizes; what matters most is the daily total for your goal.
Do snacks count?
Yes. Include snacks in your meal count or add their calories to the daily total.