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Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work
Wondering what are some good cold lunch ideas?
Whether its lunch ideas for work or to make ahead for a picnic, today we are sharing some of the easiest recipes that you can make in minutes.
There are a ton of lunch ideas to choose from instead of sandwiches – which is great if you love variety.
The best part about cold lunches is that they don’t need any reheating.
So for those who are confused about what to make for lunch without a microwave at work, here’s some inspiration!
No Heat Lunch Ideas – Packed Lunches
1. Sweet Potato Quinoa
Healthy, delicious and tasty – Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is a great side dish or light, meat-free meal. It’s fresh, nourishing, perfect for all occasions and can be made ahead of time. It travels well, and ideal for the lunchbox.
Recipe: It’s Not Complicated
2. Chickpea Quinoa Salad
When you want a healthy salad that is filling enough to be a main dish, then you need this Copycat Costco Quinoa Salad recipe. Quinoa and lentils get combined with chopped veggies and a delicious lemon dressing. Skip the store-bought version and make it at home instead!
Recipe: Clean Eating Kitchen
3. Lentil Patties
A perfect vegetarian burger patty option, that also works great to snack on its own!
Recipe: My Kitchen Love
4. Salami Cream Cheese Roll-ups
Whip up a platter of these quick and easy Salami Cream Cheese Roll-Ups with just 3 simple ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep.
Recipe: The Kitchen Is My Playground
5. Spicy Thai Noodles
The easiest noodle recipe ever! A quick recipe for flavorful Asia inspired noodle made right in the instant pot. You can get a family favorite meal on the table even faster on busy nights! Leftovers are yummy, hot or cold.
Recipe: The Belly Rules The Mind
6. Hummus Veggie Wrap
These healthy hummus veggie wraps are perfect for packed lunches and picnics! They’re healthy, easy to make, and taste amazing.
Recipe: Little Sunny Kitchen
7. Spinach Egg Bites
Smooth, creamy spinach and red peppers egg bites baked to perfection, is the most versatile recipe around. This easy egg muffin cup recipe can be used as a cold lunchbox item, healthy grab and go breakfast, meal prep or using up leftovers.
Recipe: Appetite for Energy
8. Roasted Summer Pasta
Roasted Summer Pasta with Homemade Pesto has all the best summer produce and is topped with a delicious walnut parmesan pesto!
Recipe: Kitschen Cat
9. Chickpea Sandwich
This vegan chickpea and avocado sandwich is packed with protein and full of cilantro, celery, dill, green onion, lime and more! The perfect lunch recipe!
Recipe: Be Plant Well
10. Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich
Try this Hawaiian Chicken Salad with pineapple and ham in a sandwich, on crackers, or in lettuce wraps for a tasty easy 5-minute cold lunch!
Recipe: Babaganoush
11. Chicken Burrito Bowls
These chicken burrito bowls are easy to make and so nutritious! It’s a healthy version of your regular burritos! Absolutely amazing when cold!
Recipe: All Nutritious
12. Chicken and Fennel Salad
Brighten up the flavours of a simple chicken salad with a tangy yoghurt dressing and crunchy, fresh fennel. This chicken salad recipe is simple and easy to prepare, making it a great addition to your weekly meal prep!
Recipe: Rachael Hartley Nutrition
13. Turkey Wrap
Turkey wraps are perfect for lunch or served as finger food at a party. Filled with slices of turkey, cheese and bacon, these wraps are always a hit.
Recipe: Beyond the Chicken Coop
14. Ham and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups
Ham Roll-Ups will be your favourite cold lunch box solution! Super quick and easy to make, these tasty ranch ham and cream cheese roll-ups are totally family-approved.
Recipes: Recipes from a Pantry
