17 Not-So-Boring Lunch Recipes
Move on over, PB&J... we have some fresh lunch ideas in store for the week ahead! These 17 Lunch Recipes will shake up your lunchtime routine and get everyone in the office talking. From inventive salads to roll-ups to quick and easy bowls, these recipes combine easy ingredients that really pop for a midday break!
1. Kale Caesar Salad
Crunch into a new twist on a classic Caesar salad! Kale Caesar Salad has a fresh garden flavor that is deeper than traditional Caesar salads and is topped with crispy chickpeas for a unique texture and added heartiness. You can whip up a Kale Caesar Salad in a hurry and it's a healthy lunch option that doesn’t skimp out on flavor! Nothing beats that tangy, creamy Caesar dressing!
See More2. Italian Chicken Wraps
Italian Chicken Wraps are the perfect summer lunch to take on the go for days at the beach, picnics, hikes, or road trips! With pesto, thick-cut bacon, and mozzarella, this Italian twist on a classic chicken wrap will become your new go-to lunch. Each bite of these delicious wraps is full of your favorite savory Italian flavors! Say goodbye to boring wraps because these Italian Chicken Wraps will be here to stay in your kitchen.
See More3. Chicken Salad With Grapes
Hey! It's Chicken Salad With Grapes! How cool! Savory shredded chicken and refreshing red grapes make for a great pair already, and that's before it's coated in a tangy and beautifully seasoned mayo sauce. When Chicken Salad With Grapes is sandwiched between buttery, flaky croissants, it becomes an exceptional lunch... and such a speedy one to boot!
See More4. Club Sandwich Salad
Food for thought: is a salad a deconstructed sandwich? And does that depend on whether there are croutons in the salad? We're not sure, but we are sure that Club Sandwich Salad captures the classic craving-satisfying flavor of the namesake sandwich. The homemade croutons bring a toasty crunch of sandwich bread, while a refreshing bed of lettuce holds up savory luncheon meat, crispy bacon, and sharp, creamy cheese. All over everything is a tangy, succulent bacon dressing, just to make sure you don't miss even a little of the beautiful bacon flavor. Join the club by diving into a Club Sandwich Salad!
See More5. Easy Italian Roll-Ups
These pinwheels will have you doing cartwheels over how amazing they taste! Easy Italian Roll-Ups load up tortillas with plenty of savory, spicy Italian cured meats, bright and spicy peppers, and the creamy cheese of your choice and rolls them into adorable, colorful wheels of flavor. They're ready to roll you into great times ahead! Easy Italian Roll-Ups can be whipped up without a worry and served up whenever you need a lunch or snack that everyone will love!
See More6. Swiss Melt Sandwich
Let's make your grilled cheese a little more exciting! This Swiss Melt Sandwich is here to help. Ditch your plain white bread and trade it out for a fancy, fluffy pretzel roll. Doesn't it sound better already?! Then, add a little bit of melty Swiss cheese, a spread of creamy and slightly spicy Russian dressing, and a heaping helping of crispy coleslaw for the ultimate lunch choice you've been missing out on. But miss out no more! This Swiss Melt Sandwich is waiting for you!
See More7. Chicken Salad Pitas
Need a quick, refreshing lunchtime change of pace? These Chicken Salad Pitas are a welcome treat for any fast-paced, hungry kind of day. Listen, when you combine tasty rotisserie chicken, sweet apple, crisp celery, tropical pineapple, and tart dried cranberries, all paired with a seasoned mellow mayonnaise and packed in a tender, delicious pita pocket... you've got yourself a midday nosh of happiness! Don't skip lunch again, it's time for some energy-packed Chicken Salad Pitas.
See More8. Dan Dan Noodles
Skip the takeout and satisfy your noodle craving with Dan Dan Noodles! This authentic Chinese dish is so irresistible and easy that it is sure to become a staple lunch or dinner in your home. With tender noodles, a homemade sweet-and-savory sauce, and toppings like juicy ground beef mixed savory soy sauce, crunchy peanuts, and spicy chili flakes, Dan Dan Noodles serve up a kaleidoscope of flavors and textures that will have you relishing every bite!
See More9. Easy Pizza Bagels
Who says adult lunch needs to be boring? Make your inner child happy with these Easy Pizza Bagels! Grab a bagel, pizza sauce, some cheese, and your favorite toppings, and voila. You’ll have delicious, bite-sized, cheesy Easy Pizza Bagels. There’s a reason everyone loves Pizza Bagels: they’re just fun!
See More10. Superfoods Salad
The Superfoods Salad is like a super-star team-up of all the most nourishing, energizing, and freshest foods around! Creamy avocado! Bright, juicy berries! Summery, floral plums and nectarines! Crunchy walnuts! And a refreshing homemade lemon dressing to boot! They're about to defeat the ultimate villains of any lunchtime; boredom and hunger! Have no fear! This Superfoods Salad is here to save the day and your stomach!
See More11. Cheesy Tuna Melties
Cheesy Tuna Melties are little luncheon delights, ready to enchant everyone you invite to tea! A crispy English muffin holds up an open-face sandwich of savory and creamy tuna salad, melty and sharp cheddar cheese, and a bright tomato for balance! These are little effort, little clean-up, and no worry treats that feel like a snack but are hearty like a full meal! Cheesy Tuna Melties will just melt your heart!
See More12. Veggie Scramble
Good morning! Breakfast truly is the best meal of the day, so we want to treat you right with this Veggie Scramble. Packed full of tender, fluffy scrambled eggs, flavorful wilted baby spinach, and the surprisingly delicious addition of juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish will perk you right up and out of your sleepy slumber. Oh, and don't forget the Swiss cheese! Ahh, this is a glorious way to start the day! Honestly, it's so easy and also suitable for a quick lunch, or even for dinner at the end of a busy day. Veggie Scramble is just so good, it will become a bright spot in your day! So, take a moment, whatever time it is, and savor the flavor! You will be glad you did!
See More13. Green Goddess Pasta
The Green Goddess' domain extends to more than just salads! Green Goddess Pasta is just as refreshing and vibrantly flavorful as the namesake salad, only now it involves some tender pasta for extra heartiness! Bright green peas, sharp parmesan, and smooth olive oil do the heavy lifting to make a dish that seems simple on the surface but wildly exciting when explored! Find a piece of heaven with this Green Goddess Pasta; you certainly won't regret making this for lunch!
See More14. Mexican Corn & Quinoa Salad
Mexican Corn & Quinoa Salad is a healthy dish with all your favorite Mexican flavors. It’s the perfect mixture of hearty black beans, sweet corn, bright lime and bell pepper, and herbaceous cilantro. Each bite is a delicious combination of textures and flavors. Mexican Corn & Quinoa Salad is perfect for a light summer lunch or dinner, and it’s so easy to make!
See More15. Mom's Chicken Orzo Salad
Just like Mom used to make! Mom’s Chicken Orzo Salad is easy and quick to make, and it makes for a perfect summer lunch, dinner, or side dish. Refreshing arugula, bright and bursting grape tomatoes, and creamy goat cheese mingle with tender orzo and juicy grilled chicken for a hearty yet light meal. Mom’s Chicken Orzo Salad is anything but boring, so make sure you make enough for everyone!
See More16. Pardon-Me Pasta Salad
Excuse us, we don't mean to be a bother... but we're begging you to give Pardon-Me Pasta Salad a try. Whether you're heading to a picnic or want to spruce up your own lunch, this super easy side will politely bring the perfect palate of flavors. It's humbly got it all — bouncy pasta, crispy bacon, tangy dill pickles, smooth cheese cubes, and a creamy, ranch-seasoned dressing. Pardon-Me Pasta Salad will effortlessly swoop in and bring the best bold flavors your mealtime was missing!
See More17. Perfetto Italian Salad
A Perfetto Italian Salad is the result of a few key, delicious ingredients that come together to make a dish greater than the sum of its parts. The foundation is a refreshing bed of crispy Romaine and butter lettuce. It then builds on the flavor with spicy red onion, juicy tomatoes, and sharp, nutty parmesan shavings. For a finishing touch, everything is coated in smooth, tangy Italian dressing. Perfetto Italian Salad is easy to make, quick to assemble, and just what you need for a healthy lunch or a fantastic first course. It's just perfect.
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