A smart feature that lets coaches quickly swap any meal in a client’s structured plan with a goal-based alternative, such as Low Carb, Vegan, or Double Protein.
No need to search for a new recipe, just select a preset option that aligns with your client’s dietary needs or fitness goals.
Available for both Structured Meal Plans and Flexible Meal Plans.
Best for clients who need:
Macro adjustments (e.g., higher protein, lower carb)
Plant-based or allergen-free options
Personalized tweaks without full recipe changes
How to choose variation
Step 1: Open the Meal Variation panel
Go to a client's Meal Plan tab, select Structured Meal Plan.
Click the 3-dot menu on a recipe.
Select 'Choose variation.'
Step 2: Pick a new version
A panel appears showing available tags like:
Dairy-Free
Double Protein
Extra Protein
Extra Protein & Fiber
Gluten-Free
Low Calorie
Low Carb
Nut-Free
Pescatarian
Vegan
Vegetarian
Note: Depending on the recipe, users can choose from several variation options.
Click any tag to preview that recipe’s variation.
On the preview page, you’ll see:
New title (e.g., “Orzo (Low Carb)”).
Updated macros and serving info.
Revised tags like Keto, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free.
Step 3: Edit recipe (optional)
Before saving a recipe, you have the flexibility to tailor it to your client’s needs. Click the Edit button to enter editing mode and make any necessary changes.
In editing mode, you can modify:
Meal Name & Description
Prep & Cooking Time
Dish Type & Category
Dietary Tags
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Information
To exit without saving any changes, simply click Cancel Editing.
Step 4: Save the new recipe
Click Save to apply it to the client’s plan.
Want to undo?
You can always revert!
Open Choose variation again.
Click Revert to original.
Press Save to confirm.