Healthy lunch ideas
Welcome to the ultimate lunch guide! On this page you'll find a variety of healthy lunch ideas ranging from chicken meal prep bowls to delicious soups and salads, plus wraps, sandwiches and tacos. You'll learn what makes up a delicious, healthy lunch you'll want to eat all week long as well as how to prep ahead so you can stay organized during the week and ensure that you're eating healthy. Find all the best lunch ideas below!
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Healthy meal prep bowls
Sandwiches & wraps
Tips for making the best lunches
Make a plan
Meal planning is the best way I stay on track with lunch ideas. I will usually fill in what I plan to make for lunch in a meal planner and then make one or two lunch recipes for the week in advance. To incorporate even more variety, I plan to eat leftovers from dinner a couple times a week too!
Pick easy ideas
The best way to stick to lunch meal prep is to not overdo it. Choose a recipe that's easy to make & comes together in less than an hour from start to finish. The last thing you want to do is waste a whole day in your kitchen; it will feel like a huge burden and will be unsustainable in the long run.
Minimize the mess
As with picking an easy idea for your weekly lunches, choose recipes that will also save you time and mess in the kitchen. I usually whip up a one pot or sheet pan recipe because they cook in/on one dish, which minimizes clean up. The less dishes you have to do, the more motivated you'll be!
Salads for lunch
The best healthy lunch ideas for work
Meal prep saves you time, money and stress, and it's a great way to get organized and live a healthy lifestyle for the long term! If you're looking for more creative fun lunches then you need to check out these Healthy Meal Prep Lunch Ideas for Work. They are the perfect way to stay on track with your weekly meal planning – this post is filled with meal prep bowls, salads, soups and more that are creative, delicious ways to stay organized during busy work weeks.
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My most popular lunch recipes
Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a perfect copycat of the version at Panera Bread – it's a delicious, creamy soup that also freezes well.View Post
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken
This Strawberry Spinach Salad With Chicken is a super easy protein-packed meal complete with fresh strawberries and a 4-ingredient dressing. Ingredients and substitutions Olive oilView Post
Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
These Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa are so fun – use the chicken for tacos, burrito bowls, salads and more! How to make crockpot chickenView Post
The Easiest 30-Minute Ahi Poke Bowl
This Ahi Poke Bowl is a Hawaiian-inspired recipe with marinated tuna, sushi rice, avocado and seaweed that tastes just like the takeout dish! Ingredients andView Post
Healthy Sweet Potato Salad {Picnic Recipe}
This Healthy Sweet Potato Salad is the perfect summer dish to make ahead and bring to a potluck or picnic – it even has baconView Post
Sticky Ginger Sesame Tofu Stir Fry
This Ginger Sesame Tofu Stir Fry is coated in a deliciously sticky sauce – plus, I'll show you the secret to getting that perfect crispy tofu!View Post
Shake Shack Burger {Perfect Copycat}
This Shake Shack Burger is a perfect copycat from the burger joint, Shack sauce and all! These burgers are surprisingly easy to make at home.View Post
How to Food Prep in Just 1 Hour!
Meal prep doesn't need to take an entire weekend. Learn how to food prep in just 1 hour with this time-saving method – it's aView Post
20-Minute Doritos Taco Salad
This Doritos Taco Salad is a delicious 20-minute dinner filled with fresh veggies and Cool Ranch Doritos, then topped with cheese, cilantro and taco sauce!View Post
Thai Chicken Soba Noodle Salad Jars
These Thai Chicken Soba Noodle Salad Jars are a delicious summer meal prep idea and a fun twist on a cold noodle salad. How to makeView Post
Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries {+Video!}
These Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries are a healthier alternative to game day food, made with homemade fries and topped with two kinds of cheese! IngredientsView Post
Cream of Asparagus Soup {Easy + Healthy}
This easy Cream of Asparagus Soup is full of vibrant flavours and delicious veggies that you’ll want to make time and time again. How toView Post