With these delicious lunch recipes, you’ll have a delicious meal in just 3 steps or less. All of these dishes are low in saturated fat and contain at least 6 grams of fiber per serving, which can help support healthy cholesterol levels. From hot soups to hearty salads to veggie-packed wraps, there’s an option for everyone. Kale and Chickpea Grain Bowls and Chicken Orzo Soup are delicious and simple recipes that are perfect for a midday meal.
eat rainbow vegetable soup
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This vibrant and healthy soup recipe will support your health. It’s packed with a variety of colorful vegetables, including tomatoes, which contain lycopene, a phytochemical that may reduce inflammation.
kale and chickpea grain bowl
This veggie-filled bowl is packed with crunch and color thanks to crunchy carrots and chickpeas, fresh kale, and a bright avocado dressing. You’ll also get more than 50% of your daily intake of fiber, which is key to weight loss, energy, and healthy digestion. Bulgur, also known as cracked wheat, is a quick-cooking whole grain.
Orange and mint freekeh salad with lima beans
This salad is packed with colorful ingredients such as fresh mint, snap peas, radishes, and orange. To slice snap peas neatly, cut them into long strips.
chicken orzo soup
This easy chicken orzo soup is warm and comforting with the perfect combination of broth, chicken, and vegetables. Orzo will leave you feeling full without feeling weighed down.
green goddess rap
Soft, silky green goddess dressing blends with crunchy fresh cucumbers and tender vegetables in this easy wrap. If you prefer, you can also remove the wrap and enjoy the contents as a salad.
Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Coriander Dressing
This healthy vegetarian salad recipe includes chickpeas and quinoa for a protein boost. Blending cilantro to create a creamy dressing adds color and flavor. Enjoy this cold salad for lunch or dinner.
Waldorf salad with chicken and rutabaga
A cross between a turnip and a cabbage, the rutabaga has purplish-yellow skin and yellow, slightly sweet flesh. Adding this vegetable and chicken to this classic side turns it into a hearty dinner salad.
Red lentil soup with saffron
This hearty red lentil soup uses spices common in Persian cuisine, including turmeric, cumin, and saffron. Enjoy with warm baguette or rice.
Fish tacos with preserved grapefruit salsa
Combine tart-preserved grapefruit and fresh grapefruit pulp with avocado to create a complex salsa that pairs well with fish.
Chopped chicken and avocado salad with buttermilk dressing
This herb-filled green goddess-inspired dressing gets a pop of color from creamy avocado. Make double batches of this healthy salad dressing and keep it on hand for salads throughout the week.
chickpea soup
This chickpea soup is spiced up with crushed red chili peppers and cayenne pepper in an Italian seasoning blend. If you want to reduce the amount of spice, consider omitting the crushed red pepper completely. Enjoy with crunchy bread.
Chickpea and tomato balsamic salad
This easy tomato salad recipe gets a satisfying upgrade from chickpeas, which provide both protein and fiber. Chickpeas transform this simple side into a healthy lunch or dinner that’s perfect any time of the year. This delicious salad takes just 10 minutes to make. You can eat it right away, but the longer you let it sit, the better the flavor will be. So plan on leaving at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
English muffin pizza with tomatoes and olives
Topped with tomatoes, cheese, olives and oregano, these pizza-inspired English muffins are perfect as a snack or part of a delicious breakfast or lunch.
vegan cabbage soup
This vegan soup recipe is surprisingly easy to make. The flavorful soup is flavored with garlic, tomato, and coriander. Simply slice and dice the cabbage and fennel to enjoy this healthy soup in no time.
Butternut squash, tomato, chard and chickpea soup
A vegan soup recipe filled with colorful vegetables. All these vegetables give this soup a rich source of fiber, keeping it low in calories and satisfying. This combination helps in long-term weight loss. Bright turmeric adds a golden hue to the flavorful soup, while cumin and ginger give it a bright, fresh finish. And the best part? This healthy soup recipe takes just 20 minutes from start to finish.
Chopped salad with Sriracha tofu and peanut dressing
Prepare 4 days worth of high-protein vegan lunches using just four simple ingredients from your local specialty grocery store, including a vegetable-packed salad mix as a base. This salad mix is hearty, so you can dress these bowls up to 24 hours before serving to infuse the flavors of this healthy chopped salad. If you can’t find a hearty mix, use broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts.
Southwest sweet potato stew
This hearty Southwestern-style stew may take a little longer to make in the slow cooker, but it’s worth it. Filled with sweet potatoes, black beans, and hominy, they’ll satisfy your taste buds and keep you full for hours.
jackfruit sloppy joes
Fleshy jackfruit makes these vegan slug joes rich and filling. Jackfruit, a starchy tropical fruit with a slightly nutty sweetness, is a blank canvas for making warm, spicy sauces like this easy meatless sandwich.
Zucchini noodle bowl with chicken sausage and pesto
This meal prep zoodle recipe uses pre-made zucchini noodles found in the produce section to cut down on prep time. Canned beans and cooked chicken sausage heat up in about 5 minutes to add protein, and store-bought refrigerated pesto serves as a quick and flavorful topping.
