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    100 Easy Lunch Recipes That Beat Fast Food

    Whether you're packing lunch or making a quick meal at home, these easy lunch recipes have you covered. Browse sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, and meal prep lunches that make eating well easy while helping you save money by skipping fast food.

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    Most Popular Lunches

    Reader favorites to make and take to lunch.

    • Greek Chicken Pita Pockets
      Greek Chicken Pita Pockets
    • Strawberry Chicken Spinach Salad with Bacon
      Strawberry Chicken Spinach Salad
    • Egg Salad with Dill Pickles
      Dill Pickle Egg Salad
    • Greek Veggie Pita Wraps
      Greek Veggie Pita Wraps
    • Cranberry Walnut "Waldorf" Chicken Salad
      Cranberry-Walnut Chicken Salad
    • Israeli Couscous Salad with Toasted Pita Chips
      Israeli Couscous Salad
    • Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls
      Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl
    • Poached Shrimp Salad with Dill
      Poached Shrimp Salad

    Favorite Sandwiches & Wraps

    Easy to make, pack and eat on the go. Try these handheld lunch options.

    • Mexican Chicken Salad Wraps
      Mexican Chicken Salad Wrap
    • Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce
      Chicken Gyros with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
    • Spinach and Feta Stuffed Pretzels - Inspired by Barnes and Noble
      Spinach Feta Pretzel Sliders
    • Mango Curry Chicken Salad on Naan
      Mango Curry Chicken Salad

    Simple Yet Savory Soups

    Soup is a great make-ahead lunch. Easy to store and reheat.

    • Cabbage Roll Soup
      Cabbage Roll Soup
    • Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie Soup
      Rotisserie Chicken Pot Pie Soup
    • Cold Cucumber and Tomato Gazpacho Soup
      Gazpacho Soup
    • Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup
      Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup

    Meal Prep Lunches

    Make hearty and wholesome lunches, ahead of time, to enjoy all week long.

    • Stovetop Chinese Lemon Chicken
      Chinese Lemon Chicken
    • Blackened Shrimp Rice Bowl with Creamy Lime Sauce
      Blackened Shrimp Rice Bowl with Creamy Lime Sauce
    • Marinated and Grilled Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce
      Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce
    • Cheesy Baked Ziti with Ground Beef and Ricotta Cheese
      Baked Ziti with Ground Beef and Ricotta
    • Pesto Chicken Meatballs with Spaghetti
      Pesto Chicken Meatballs
    • Shrimp Mei Fun in a Bowl
      Shrimp Mei Fun
    • Creamy Ham and Potato Soup
      Creamy Ham and Potato Soup
    • Stuffed Pepper Casserole
      Stuffed Pepper Casserole

    Healthy and Delicious Salads

    These fresh, healthy salad recipes are perfect for work or home. They taste better than fast food and help you save money.

    • Pear Farro Salad
      Toasted Farro Salad
    • Air Fryer Asian Salmon Salad with Peanut Dressing
      Asian Salmon Salad with Peanut Dressing
    • Strawberry Chicken Spinach Salad with Bacon
      Strawberry Chicken Spinach Salad
    • Broccoli Apple Salad with Homemade Yogurt Dressing
      Broccoli Apple Salad
    • Green Goddess Avocado Salad with Dressing
      Green Goddess Salad
    • Watermelon Salad with Honey-lemon Dressing
      Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad
    • Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls
      Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl
    • Summer Panzanella Salad with Tomatoes and Cucumbers
      Italian Panzanella Salad

    All Lunch Recipes

    • Crab Chowder with Corn and Potatoes
      Maryland Crab Chowder
    • Chicken Pinwheels with Cream Cheese
      Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels (with canned chicken)
    • Carnitas Pork Tacos
      Carnitas Pork Tacos (5 Ingredients)
    • Homemade Bread Bowls for Soup
      Homemade Bread Bowls
    • Katsu Chicken Rice Bowl with Veggies
      Katsu Chicken Bowl
    • Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
      Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
    • Chicken-Veggie Burgers
      Chicken Veggie Burgers
    • White Wine Chicken Potato Soup with Peas and Carrots
      Creamy Chicken Vegetable Soup
    • Banh Mi Noodle Bowl with pork or chicken
      Banh Mi Noodle Bowls
    • Pumpkin Soup with Cream
      Creamy Pumpkin Soup
    • White Bean Chicken Chili
      White Bean Chicken Chili
    • BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Ranch Slaw
      BBQ Chicken Sandwich
    • Homemade Pizza Bagels
      Homemade Pizza Bagels
    • Carne Asada Tacos
      Carne Asada Street Tacos
    • Cajun Chicken Sandwich with Aioli Sauce
      Cajun Chicken Sandwich with Aioli
    • Chicken Caprese Sandwich
      Chicken Caprese Sandwich
    • Easy Hawaiian Fried Rice
      Ham and Pineapple Fried Rice
    • Southwest Chicken Salad with Chipotle Dressing
      Southwest Blackened Chicken Salad
    • Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup
      Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
    • Marinated Balsamic-Dijon Chicken Kabobs for the Grill or Oven
      Balsamic Chicken Kabobs
    • Rotisserie Chicken Pesto Sliders
      Chicken Pesto Sliders
    • Greek Burger with Tzatziki sauce, Lettuce, Tomato and Red Onion
      Greek Turkey Burgers
    • Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
      Cheeseburger Soup
    • Crockpot Creamy Tomato Kale Tortellini Soup
      Tomato Kale Tortellini Soup
    • Beet Goat Cheese Walnut Salad
      Beet and Goat Cheese Salad
    • Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Sliders
      Turkey Cranberry Brie Sliders
    • German Wurst Salad with Fresh Parsley
      German Wurst Salad
    • Mexican Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
      Mexican Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
    • Ham Bone Split Pea Soup - Stovetop or Crockpot
      Split Pea Soup
    • Vegetable Pie
      Garden Vegetable Pie
    • Thai Chicken Wraps with carrot, red pepper, slaw, cilantro and lime
      Thai Chicken Spring Rolls
    • Ramen Noodle Salad with Cabbage
      Asian Ramen Noodle Salad
    • Strawberry Pecan Spinach Salad with Maple Dressing
      Strawberry Spinach Salad with Maple Glazed Pecans
    • Easy Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup in a Bowl
      Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup with Parsnips
    • Easy Indian Chicken Curry
    • Crockpot Vegetable Beef Stew in Bowl
      Easy Crockpot Beef Stew
    • Bang Bang Shrimp Bowl
      Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Roll Bowl
    • Stovetop Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Croutons
      Easy Broccoli Cheese Soup
    • One-Pot "Zuppa Toscana" Tuscan Soup
    • 5-Ingredient Ham Green Bean Potato Soup
      Ham Green Bean and Potato Soup

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    Hi there! I'm Angela, wife, mom of three, and a firm believer that a home-cooked meal is one of the best ways to care for people you love.

    Like many families, we are constantly balancing work, sports, school, and a busy calendar. Over the years, I've learned that simple recipes and a little planning can make a big difference. Here you'll find easy meals, helpful tools, and practical ideas that help our family of five eat well without spending all day in the kitchen.

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