Healthy Lunch Recipes
There is more to lunch than sandwiches and salads (and sometimes those aren't so bad, either). Food Network offers scrumptious ideas for home, school or the office.
Broccoli Melts
These ooey-gooey vegetarian sandwich melts are made with broccolini and two kinds of cheese, but they clock in at just 261 calories and 12 grams of fat each.
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Lemon-Herb Rice Salad
Fresh herbs, like mint and basil, add bursts of fresh flavor to this simple salad. Make sure you leave room for leftovers – the dish tastes even better the next day!
Get the Recipe: Lemon-Herb Rice Salad
Miso Soup
Forget take-out and the packaged stuff. Our Miso Soup is a cinch to make, and clocks in at just 115 calories per serving.
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Kale and Apple Salad
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Veggie Lover’s Club Sandwich
Stacked high with veggies, this sandwich is as appealing to look at as it is to eat. With luscious avocado spread and smoky tofu, there's no bacon or deli meat required.
Veggie Lover's Club Sandwich — Meatless Monday
California Grain Salad
This sunny salad can brighten up the dreariest desk lunch. Thanks to rice cereal, veggies and goat cheese, there’s a combination of flavors and textures to enjoy.
Get the Recipe: California Grain Salad
Vegetarian Chili
Beans and vegetables add a rich bite to this meatless chili. With fiery spices and a dash of hot sauce, it's guaranteed to power you through the afternoon.
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian Chili
Israeli Couscous with Cherries
Gem-like fresh cherries, parsley, red onions and scallions make for a fresh and colorful salad when combined with Israeli couscous.
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Pork and Broccoli Grain Bowl
A fresh, slightly spicy grain bowl adds a fun zing to your lunch break. The pork, quinoa and sweet potato combo are enough to keep you satisfied, but not so heavy that you’ll fall asleep at your desk.
Get the Recipe: Pork and Broccoli Grain Bowl
Sweet Potato Toast with Steak, Roasted Peppers and Arugula
Turn leftover steak into a bright and healthy, low-carb lunch with this sweet potato toast topped with sweet red peppers and spicy arugula.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Toast with Steak, Roasted Peppers and Arugula
Vegetable Noodle Soup
Make this childhood favorite in less than 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Vegetable Noodle Soup
Garden Egg Salad
Celery, radishes, romaine and sprouts add a heart-healthy crunch to this vegetarian lunch. Don’t skip the mustard in this egg salad — just a little bit adds loads of flavor!
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Ellie's Tuscan Vegetable Soup
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Antipasti Penne
This healthy, budget-friendly pasta dinner is inspired by pricey antipasti platters. We love the spicy-garlicky flavor the soppressata brings — lots of bang for your buck!
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Spicy Chard Soup
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Crab and Avocado Salad
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Smokey Salmon Lettuce Wraps
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Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
Trisha loves chickpeas because they’re similar in texture to black-eyed peas, a true Southern staple. She combines the high-fiber, high-protein beans with avocado, a little mayo and lime juice for a light, fresh salad that’s super-filling.
Get the Recipe: Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
Light Nicoise Salad
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Hummus and Grilled Vegetable Wrap
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Lightened-Up Stuffed Peppers
White rice, lentils and ground beef bulk up the filling for this gluten-free lunch.
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Buddha Bowl
A Buddha bowl, grain bowl or harvest bowl is a healthy trend we can get behind! Balanced with lots of colorful produce plus healthy grains and proteins, Buddha bowls are fun to create and easy to make. Experimenting with different ingredients is encouraged!
Get the Recipe: Buddha Bowl
Veggie-Stacked Pita Pockets
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Lemony Orzo Chicken Soup in a Jar
Trisha’s chicken soup is made for desk lunches. Stored in individual Mason jars, it’s the perfect grab-and-go option for busy weekdays.
Get the Recipe: Lemony Orzo Chicken Soup in a Jar
Shrimp and Snow Pea Salad
Get the Recipe: Shrimp and Snow Pea Salad
Ellie's Herb Toasted Pita Salad
Get the Recipe: Herbed Toasted Pita Salad
