

With the addition of green, peppery arugula, fresh tomatoes, a sprinkling of goat cheese and a drizzle of dressing, this delicious dish makes a delightful lunch. If you can’t get enough of the flavor of sun-dried tomatoes, then this lentil salad is for you. The quinoa is protein rich, with added potential health benefits from the yellow turmeric, and a tasty honey mustard dressing to top it all off. Turmeric Quinoa Salad Photo credit: Green Healthy Cookingįragrant, crunchy, and sweet are just a few of the words that Lorena of Green Healthy Cooking uses to describe this healthy veggie and whole grain salad.
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Here’s one delectable suggestion to get those recipe-building wheels turning, plus another for a tasty lentil-based dish. If you make a big batch of whole grains for dinner, it’s easy to turn those leftovers into a tasty lunch. Though a whole grain option would probably be best, this is also delicious served alongside a few leftover German-style dumplings, heated up in a frying pan. Plus, that fat in the bacon might just help your body to absorb the fat-soluble nutrients in the veggies.
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But I can guarantee that if you make this into a full meal, you’ll probably consume more roughage than you normally would in one sitting. Maybe it’s not the most healthy option on our list, since it is topped with a sprinkling of crispy bacon.

You’ll find Jaclyn Bell’s recipe on Cooking Classy. Try serving this one as a side with dinner, and then let it do double duty as lunch the next day. This salad comes together in a snap, with fresh blanched asparagus, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, toasted walnuts, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Asparagus, Tomato, and Feta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette NewbyĬheck out the recipe on Cooking & Eating the PK Way! 6. Sweet tomatoes, abundant zucchini, and fresh corn are combined with fresh herbs and onion, and a bit of crumbled goat cheese, if you like. Sunshine SaladĪnother bright and fresh veggie lunch option, this one features the flavors of late summer, and the beginning of a new school year. It makes a satisfying lunch, and it’s simple to make! Photo credit: Kendall Vanderslice Made with raw fresh vegetables and topped with pesto, plus dried fruit and seeds, this salad is colorful, flavorful, and rich in vitamins and minerals. To make these nori rolls you can also skip the usual seasoned rice, which helps to cut down the prep time.Ĭlotilde Dusoulier shares the recipe on Chocolate and Zucchini. It’s easier than you think!Ī veggie version like this one is super refreshing, and it packs well, too. Skip the grocery store sushi and try making your own. Cucumber Avocado Nori Rolls Photo credit: Chocolate and Zucchini Photo credit: Clementine DailyĪ drizzle of local honey works well atop this one, too!Ĭheck out the recipe on Clementine Daily. You’ll want to savor the combination of sliced juicy pears, rich blue cheese spread, fresh micro greens, and your favorite flatbread (try a lightly toasted lavash, then slice into squares before serving). Pear and Blue Cheese FlatbreadĪna Kamin categories this tasty option as a five-minute lunch, and we have to agree – it’s quick to make! But please, don’t feel that you need to rush through enjoying it as well. You’ll find the recipe on Lauren’s Latest. Pack it up with your favorite whole grain crackers, pita wedges, or corn chips. This delicious dip from Lauren Brennan would be perfect to put out at a party, but it also doubles as an excellent lunch idea.
