Need midday inspiration? Sometimes lunchtime gets the better of us. But guess what? There are lots of ways to make lunchtime exciting: starting with these best easy lunch ideas! The recipe below are one of two things: easy to put together on the spot, or easy to meal prep in advance. You’ll find our favorite sandwiches, roll ups and wraps, make ahead salads, dips, make ahead soups, lunch bowls, healthy treats and more! Ready to get started?
And now…easy lunch ideas to look forward to!
Sides to round out these lunch recipes
We offered a few “side” recipes for lunch, but here are a few more items that make these recipes into a meal: More serving suggestions: Eat with crackers or make into lettuce wraps Also try: Cottage Cheese Toast Also try: Ultimate Fried Egg Sandwich (if you have stove access) Also try: Best Tuna Melt (if you have stove access) Also try: Mexican Quinoa Recipe Also try: Hearty Lentil Stew or Instant Pot Lentil Soup Also try: Instant Pot Lentils Also try: Mediterranean Couscous Bowls Also try: No Bake Energy Bites
Roasted salted nuts: almonds, cashews, etc Dried fruit: apricots, tart cherries, raisins Fresh fruit: Apple slices, peaches, plums, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries Veggie sticks: Bell pepper strips, carrots, celery, kohlrabi
More inspiration
We’ve got lots more lunch recipes where those come from! Here are a few more recipe collections to browse:
25 Cold Lunch Ideas These ideas need no heating or prep! 25 Healthy Lunch Ideas Browse these nourishing and wholesome recipes. 30 Gluten Free Lunch Ideas Find all the best ways to eat fresh and healthy. 15 Easy Vegan Lunch Ideas Looking for plant-based lunches? We’ve got you. 30 Easy Vegetarian Lunch Ideas Add dairy and you’ve got even more possibilities. 15 Sandwich Recipes That Aren’t Boring There are so many ways to fill the space between bread…here are the most exciting ideas!
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