From veggie-packed sandwiches and wraps to meal-prep grain bowls and salads, these lunches are perfect for midday munching.
check that to store the sandwich ingredients separately from the bread to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
We call for dark-green lacinato kale, but curly kale will work just as well.
Photo: Sara Haas
Corn kernels blister in the hot pan and a sprinkle of smoked paprika brings out the flavor.
Cucumber, sprouts, salad greens or spinach all add a refreshing crunch.
With just a few ingredients, you have a well-rounded lunch packed with fiber, protein and micronutrients.
Ali Redmond
Hummus adds plant-based protein and keeps the wrap from getting dry.
Instead of corn, we flavor cucumber slices with cotija cheese, lime and cilantro for a tasty filling.
Arugula adds a peppery flavor, but any tender greens will work well here.
Jen Causey (Photographer), Chelsea Zimmer (Food Stylist), Julia Bayless (Prop Stylist)
High-Protein Greek Salad Omelet Wrap
Would you rather have a salad or a wrap for dinner?
Wait, why not both!
This protein-packed meal features Greek salad tucked into an egg-white wrap.
Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Anna Kelly, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
It also makes for a delicious breakfast.
And you could make it in the same bowl you serve it in, minimizing cleanup!
If you cant find a hearty mix, go with broccoli slaw or shredded Brussels sprouts.
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Skyler Myers, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
Broccoli & Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad
Weve loaded this healthy pasta salad with vegetables and bright flavors.
Ali Redmond
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
Ali Redmond
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf
Sara Haas
