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Hello to all work-from-home friends! Are you craving some amazing food while working from home? It’s quite understandable that you might have to sometimes end up eating leftovers or the same old dishes because of your jam packed schedule, too boring right! On top of that, having conference calls, meetings and managing those everyday tasks must be so tiring and that’s why you need a meal to lift up your mood as well as keep you fueled till EOD.
It’s quite common for the people who work from home to skip lunch because of the pressure of cooking something as it might take quite a long time to get on the plate! Also, work-from-home people do enjoy some perks like not having to prepare and pack a proper lunch early in the morning. Pheww! You are saved from that kind of hassle. Therefore, you can’t just make excuses for not having lunch while working from home!
Moral of the story, having a balanced diet is always essential for all of us to be buzzing! So, are you hungry today and all set to prepare a good lunch for yourself? Well, you must check out these easy lunch recipes that you can prepare every day in a really short duration!
Take A Break And Enjoy A Delicious Lunch! (Food Is Always A Good Idea For A Happy Day)
Healthy Working from Home Lunch Ideas
Cucumber Sandwich
Feeling a little bit low today? Well, a cucumber sandwich is what you need to treat yourself with! You can experience a perfect blend of flavours and textures with this crunchy, creamy, light, cucumber sandwich. A velvety cream cheese yogurt spread meets the refreshing & crisp bite of cucumber, all in between the hearty whole-wheat bread. This delicious combination brings the best of indulgence and lightness together in every single bite.
Whole-Wheat Veggie Wrap
Who doesn’t love to eat colourful & healthy vegetables? All of us! Therefore, this whole-wheat veggie wrap is a perfect lunch option to quickly make at home. The best part is you can add whichever veggies you like in your wrap. Also, the hummus and avocado does a great job in holding the wrap together giving you a fiber-packed meal.
Avocado Egg Salad
Hello egg lovers! It’s time to upraise your egg salad game with this yummy twist! An easy & quick addition of creamy avocado to this classic egg salad takes it to new heights, creating a rich and satisfying meal. Just try serving the avocado egg salad on toasted whole grain bread for a more crunchy and decadent bite or you can just tuck it inside a tender lettuce leaf for that light & refreshing option. Just remember that avocados brown faster, so it’s better to prepare this tasty meal within two hours of serving.
Lentil Curry With Cauliflower Rice
For making this, you have to do some preparations ahead of time but don’t worry, it’s too easy to make! You just need to mix the pre-cooked lentils with an “Indian Style Gravy Sauce” for a flavourful & delicious lentil curry. After that, you will have to serve it over riced cauliflower to boost your veggie intake. This requires a few ingredients, your time (of course) and it’s all done!
Veggie Sandwich
I am a big big lover of sandwiches, are you? If yes, then you will not skip making this veggie sandwich for your next mid-day meal! In fact, I believe sandwiches can be enjoyed anytime of the day and they are so wholesome, right? This vegan sandwich is all about your favourite veggies packed with healthy fats and fiber. Also, serving fruits on the side of your plate will be a great idea! Trust me, this veggie loaded sandwich will keep you full for a really long time.
Also check out this Creamy & Yummy Vegetable Malai Sandwich, which is another great option to make!
Brussels Sprouts Salad With Crunchy Chickpeas
You can never go wrong with a salad and Brussels Sprouts Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas can be made in just 10 minutes! It’s healthy, looks beautiful and tastes amazing. You can serve it right away, enjoy and you are all set to go throughout the day! You can even add some roasted nuts as toppings.
Mashed Chickpea Salad With Dill & Capers
Don’t ever stop yourself from savouring the goodness and simplicity of a well-prepared salad, remember that! Mashed Chickpea Salad with Dill & Capers is a light, creamy and vegan salad that is fully packed with antioxidants and fibre. This salad can also be served alongside a veggie burger or sandwich. You also have the option to add a handful of arugula to give it a light and green twist!
Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowls
With just a few ingredients, you can make a high-fibre lunch for yourself in less than 15 minutes! But there’s a task for you as you have to cook the rice beforehand to make this recipe. But it’s not that big a hustle, right? Pre-cooked tofu perfectly pairs up with rice and is a great quick meal for the day.
Vegan Smoothie Bowl
Stop wondering about how a smoothie and bowl gets along! Let me tell you, you are supposed to eat this creamy, thick and mouth-watering vegan smoothie using a spoon in a bowl! Easy right? In a blender, add the frozen berries, ripe bananas, any vegan milk of your choice and blend, blend, blend! To top it up, you can use seeds, nuts, fresh fruits and whatever you want to add! That’s the beauty of this vegan smoothie bowl, get creative and crown it with your favourite toppings. Just mix, match and make it your own!
Tomato & Pasta Soup
Are you looking to make something fulfilling yet flavourful with a hint of tanginess? Well, whipping up a tomato and pasta soup sounds too good after all the work you have done till afternoon! This recipe will not break your wallet, is quite healthy and gets ready in just 25 minutes. You can even top it up with parmesan, chopped basil or pesto, and serve with breadsticks. Also, I like to butter up my soups quite generously to enhance the flavour, you can do it too!
For more soupy recipes, check out our other delicious soup recipes right now!
Chicken Wraps
Got leftover tortillas in your kitchen and confused what to do with them? Great! Now you can create a lunchtime masterpiece that is – Delicious Chicken Wraps! Even if you don’t have leftover tortillas, keep them prepared ahead of time to enjoy them in the afternoon, it’s worth it! So, what you need to do is spread the garlicky tahini sauce and then fill them up with a generous amount of stir-fried chicken, avocado, charred aubergine, red onions, and tomatoes. Quicky make a wrap and oh, so satisfying this will be! You’ll thank me later!
Chicken Asparagus Pesto Pasta
I am sure you will agree with me on this; The only thing better than pasta is more pasta! I am always excited to try out new pasta recipes and I keep searching for new pasta recipes all over the web. This Chicken Asparagus Pesto Pasta is an incredibly healthy and tasty dish that you will keep repeating this every week! It’s a perfect balance of creamy and fresh flavours. This recipe just calls for 20 minutes of your cooking time.
Fresh Spring Rolls
Spring rolls can be prepared in just half an hour and it’s quite easy as well as affordable to make them in your own kitchen. It’s not nice to order out your lunch every time as it might leave you broken and not be friendly with your gut! These fresh spring rolls are stuffed with tofu, noodles, veggies, and aromatic herbs.
Vegetable Biryani
Indian-style vegetable biryani is a flavourful dish that is a perfect blend of aromatic spices, vegetables and cooked rice. Just top it up with fresh mint leaves, coriander leaves and fried onions. It’s best to serve vegetable biryani with a bowl of raita and you are good to go! You can make this recipe as a one-pot-meal because this will not take much time of yours (trust me when I say this)!
Broccoli And Peanut Soba Noodles
Want to power up your afternoon with whole grain carbs for an energized feeling that stays for a long time? Try out the Broccoli and Peanut Soba Noodles is a 20-minute veggie dish, all well-coated in a zesty & nutty peanut sauce. For that amazing crunch, don’t forget to sprinkle roasted peanuts on top of this flavourful dish. This recipe is a great way to load up on good fats and go that extra mile!
Vegetables And Chicken Stir-Fry
Grab all your favourite Vegetables in your kitchen and give them a nice chop! In a pot, add some oil, ginger-garlic paste, and add the chopped onions along with some tomatoes. Sautè them for a while, then add the vegetables and the chicken later on! This is a flavourful dish that’s too easy to make and trust me, this recipe is gonna be listed on your favourite recipes list as soon as you try it!
Quinoa Upma
Bored of eating regular upma? You must try making Quinoa upma as it is a protein-rich dish and keeps you full throughout the day! Quinoa upma is prepared with a few ingredients like quinoa, green chillies, curry leaves and veggies (of your choice). A classic upma is made using “Semolina” in India, which is replaced here with Quinoa to give it a new twist! You must know that Quinoa upma is vegan and gluten-free, which makes it the most preferable option for many of us.
Basil Fruit Salad With Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese is everyone’s favourite and we all are aware of the fact that they are rich in protein and calcium! The combination of cottage cheese and basil-infused fruit salad is a super-satisfying meal of the day. This particular bowl will help you to power up throughout the day and make you active enough to conclude all your important tasks with ease.
Mediterranean Orzo Salad With Feta
It is important to include salads in your everyday meal to keep your gut healthy, otherwise we will not be able to feel fresh and active. Therefore, this easy & refreshing Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Feta is a perfect lunch for your busy weekdays. This salad is loaded with the goodness of veggies. Also, you know what, you can even prepare this meal beforehand and store it for up to 2 to 3 days.
Omelettes
Looking for a meal that can be made quickly using eggs? Well, look no further than an omelette! In just a few minutes, you can prepare the healthiest and most satisfying lunch for yourself. The besuty of omelette is that they are quite versatile, and even you can come up with your own version of an omelette. Just combine your favourite spices, herbs and veggies alongwith the eggs to enhance the flavour and pour it into a pan, there you go! You can even try different types of omelettes such as baked omelette, greek omelette with asparagus & feta cheese, baby spinach omelette, japanese sweet omelette and the list goes on!
Chicken Hummus Bowl
This one’s my favourite because it’s a no-cook, hastle free recipe that can be made under 10 minutes! All you need to do is blend a creamy hummus with a splash of zingy lemon juice and a drizzle of water. Next, divide a grain pouch into two different bowls and top it up with creamy avocado, freshly chopped spinach, juicy sliced chicken breast (pre-cooked), colourful pomegranate seeds, crisp red onions and a handful of crunchy almonds. It’s a treat for the eyes as well as for your taste buds. Honestly, it’s nourishing!
Wrapping It Up!
You know what, everybody talks about breakfast being the most important meal of the day, but that doesn’t mean we can give less importance to our daily lunch, right? In fact, it’s considered okay to skip dinner sometimes but lunch is the meal that keeps you going throughout the day! Therefore, these easy lunch ideas are the best for work-from-home days as they can be prepared super quick and taste amazing. So, take a short-break from your screen, head to the kitchen and whip up the most delicious lunch for yourself!
