5-Ingredient Lunch Ideas for Work

Healthy and quick lunch recipes, with only five ingredients.
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Chicken, Quinoa & Veggie Bowl

Start to finish: 5 mins
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With a whopping 19 grams of protein, this one-dish meal will keeping you feeling full and satisfied for hours.

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Roasted Veggie & Hummus Pita Pockets

Start to finish: 5 mins
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Mediterranean flavors and fiber-packed ingredients combine for a satisfying and tasty pita-pocket sandwich.

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Mixed Greens with Lentils & Sliced Apple

Start to finish: 10 mins
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This salad with lentils, feta and apple is a satisfying vegetarian entree to whip together for lunch. To save time, swap in drained canned lentils--just make sure to look for low-sodium and give them a rinse before adding them to the salad.

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Apple & Cheddar Pita Pockets

Start to finish: 15 mins
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The flavors of fall, apples and Cheddar, are highlighted with brown mustard and fresh greens, and tucked in a hearty whole-wheat pita to make a satisfying lunch.

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Black Bean Quesadillas

Start to finish: 15 mins
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In a hurry? These satisfying quesadillas take just 15 minutes to make. We like them with black beans, but pinto beans work well too. If you like a little heat, be sure to use pepper Jack cheese in the filling. Serve with: A little sour cream and a mixed green salad.

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Chickpea & Veggie Grain Bowl

Start to finish: 5 mins
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This high-fiber vegetarian grain bowl is packed with colorful veggies and plant-based protein to keep you feeling energized and satisfied.

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Chicken, Charred Tomato & Broccoli Salad

Start to finish: 1 hr
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This simple but substantial main-course salad gets its goodness from smoky skillet-blackened tomatoes and a dressing prepared right in the pan--maximizing all the flavor from the tomatoes.

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Gluten-Free Apple Cheddar Cheese Toast

Start to finish: 10 mins
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Think of these apple Cheddar cheese toasts like a grilled cheese 2.0. Not only do you get two servings of veggies when you bulk out your plate with this generous side salad, but we've also added in the goodness of fresh apple under the cheese for a bit of crunch! You only use half of the apple, so save the other half for a snack.

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Chipotle-Orange Broccoli & Tofu

Start to finish: 30 mins
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Chipotle peppers add kick to this tofu and broccoli stir-fry recipe. If you're shy about spice, cut back on the amount or leave them out completely. Serve over brown basmati rice.

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Grilled Pizza with Pesto, Tomatoes & Feta

Start to finish: 30 mins
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Dazzle your guests, and keep the kitchen cool, by baking pizza on the backyard grill. For convenience, this recipe uses prepared pizza dough, found in most supermarkets, and pesto from a jar.

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Toaster-Oven Quesadillas

Start to finish: 15 mins
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We love finding new ways to use our kitchen tools and appliances. These toaster-oven quesadillas with peppers and avocado are the perfect example of an unexpected toaster-oven hack we had to share.

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Chicken, Sauerkraut, and Apple Panini

Start to finish: 30 mins
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These flavor-packed grilled sandwiches get plenty of fiber from cabbage, apple and whole-wheat bread.

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Barbecue Chicken Pizza

Start to finish: 1 hr
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We gave classic barbecue chicken pizza a healthy twist with hidden shredded zucchini in the sauce. It's a great way to sneak extra veggies into both you and your children's diet!

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Apple & Fennel Salad with Blue Cheese

Start to finish: 15 mins
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Apples and blue cheese are a heavenly match in this fennel and apple salad recipe dressed with a tangy cider-vinegar dressing.

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Pizza Roll-Up

Start to finish: 15 mins
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This easy pizza-inspired roll-up is a kid-pleaser.

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