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57 healthy lunch recipes to perk up your day
- Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor
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Get inspired for your next lunch with our delicious and nutritious recipes, ranging from fresh soups and salads, to noodles and wraps
Looking for healthy lunch recipes? When you're in the middle of a busy workday, you want something that can energise and fuel you through the rest of the afternoon, without weighing you down. For me, the best healthy lunch ideas are those that can be prepared ahead of time, offering something that I know will make me feel good, while also being so delicious that my mouth waters just a little bit at the thought of it. Look for balanced options that offer clear sources of protein and fibre in particular, as these will keep you fuller for longer. Also, pay attention to how you feel after you eat. Some people prefer lighter options like soups and salads, while others need something heavier, like a stew or curry, to keep them satisfied. Both are healthy ways to go, as long as you're choosing nourishing options.
Get more healthy lunch inspiration with our collections of healthy soup recipes, low-calorie lunch recipes and healthy sandwiches. Also check out our healthy working from home lunch ideas and find out how to eat 30 plants a week and what to eat before and after a run.
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Salmon poke bowl
A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings
- 45 mins
- Easy
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Bean protein pot with soy-marinated eggs and kimchi
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
- 17 mins
- Easy
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Courgette and chimichurri salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
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Charred grapefruit and tuna salad with aleppo pepper, honey and olive oil dressing
A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating
- 30 mins
- Easy
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Hasselback aubergine with green tahini and speedy grain salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
- 55 mins
- Easy
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Cauliflower couscous salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings
- 55 mins
- Easy
- Vegan
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Healthy chicken and lentil salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Gluten free
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Kale chicken caesar salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
- 30 mins
- Easy
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Cheesy bean omelette wraps
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 20 mins
- Easy
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Summer butter bean salad
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 15 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
- Gluten free
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Healthy jacket potato
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 50 mins
- Easy
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Mediterranean-inspired herby grain salad
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 20 mins
- Easy
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Healthy sardines on toast
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
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Spanakopita-inspired brothy rice
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 40 mins
- Easy
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Whipped harissa tofu pasta
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 25 mins
- Easy
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Healthy spinach omelette
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.3 ratings
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Vegetarian
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Crispy rice and tofu salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating
- 45 mins
- Easy
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Warm black rice, edamame and prawn salad
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 40 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Gluten free
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Ginger chicken noodle salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating
- 30 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
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Crispy chickpeas on green toast
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 25 mins
- Easy
- Vegan
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Greek-style baked rice
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 1 hr 5 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegetarian
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Chargrilled steak tagliata with green mojo sauce
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 20 mins
- Easy
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Vegan buddha bowl
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
- 45 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
- Vegan
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Orzo, bean and tuna salad
A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings
- 20 mins
- Easy
- Healthy
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