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  5. 28 Lunches Perfect for Working from Home

28 Lunches Perfect for Working from Home

June 16, 2020
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These lunch recipes are perfect for anyone working from home. The fillings in these sandwiches, bowls and salads can easily be made in advance so you just have to reheat or pull out of the refrigerator during the week. Recipes like Toaster-Oven Quesadillas and Greek Salad Wraps are delicious, veggie-packed and will keep you full through any afternoon meetings.

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Chicken & Quinoa Buddha Bowls

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Arrange the toppings individually on these protein-packed Buddha bowls so each bite has a contrasting taste and texture. Make big batches of the salad dressing, quinoa and roasted chicken thighs and you'll have healthy meal-prep lunches or dinners for days. Though the chicken thighs take just 15 minutes to prep, you can also make the salads with leftover chicken or store-bought cooked chicken to make prep even faster.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, September 2019

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Greek Meatball Mezze Bowls

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With a variety of flavors and textures (and a whopping 30 grams of protein!), these Mediterranean-inspired meal-prep bowls will keep you fueled all afternoon. The turkey meatballs are adapted from Greek Turkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatziki by Hilary Meyer. Look for premade tzatziki near the specialty cheeses and dips at your grocery store or make your own (see Associated Recipes).Ā Source: Eatingwell.com, July 2019

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Toaster-Oven Quesadillas

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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.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, August 2017

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Chopped Chicken & Sweet Potato Salad

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This easy salad recipe allows for a wonderful use of leftover cooked chicken. Look for escarole in the produce section near the leafy greens; if you can't find it, you can use romaine instead.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Indian Grain Bowls with Chicken & Vegetables

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Look forward to a week of healthy, flavorful lunches with these high-protein meal-prep grain bowls. We're using bulgur wheat, which cooks up quickly and is higher in fiber than rice, but feel free to swap in any whole grain you prefer. The bowls are topped with broiled chicken (from our popular Indian-Spiced Chicken Pitas recipe) and cilantro chutney (see Associated Recipes). To balance the heat of the chutney, dress these bowls with a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019

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Roasted Veggies & Hummus Sandwich

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Spruce up your sandwich game with a medley of roasted veggies. For extra vegetables throughout the week, roast a whole sheet pan in Step 1, then add the cooked veggies to salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes, or serve them as a side dish.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries

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This quick egg scramble with hearty bread is one of the best breakfasts for weight loss. It combines weight-loss power foods, eggs and raspberries, with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-packed spinach. The protein and fiber help fill you up and the whole meal clocks in at just under 300 calories.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2018

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Chicken Caesar Lettuce Cups

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Upgrade your work lunch with these tasty Caesar salad lettuce cups. This Caesar salad recipe gets a healthy makeover, thanks to homemade dressing made with Greek yogurt.Ā Source: 400 Calorie Recipes

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Greek Salad Wraps

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Zesty Greek salad packed with tomatoes, cucumber and olives--plus chickpeas for a protein punch--gets tucked into a whole-wheat wrap for a healthy vegan lunch that's easy to pack for work. It's so flavorful and satisfying, you won't miss the feta!Ā Source: EatingWell.com, April 2018

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Asian-Style Chicken Salad Bowls

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Everything you need (just 4 ingredients!) to prepare a week's worth of healthy, low-carb lunches can be found at your neighborhood grocery store. A bag of prechopped red and green cabbage serves as the crunchy low-carb base in these chicken salad bowls, which only require 10 minutes to assemble. Top with sesame-flavored almonds and a sesame dressing and you have one irresistible lunch you'll look forward to all week. Shopping at Trader Joe's? See Tip (below) for our product recommendations.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2019

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Caprese Avocado Toast

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Tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil--the building blocks of caprese salad--lend a creative twist to a standard avocado toast recipe.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Curried Chicken Apple Wraps

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Shredded chicken and chopped green apples are a delightful combination in this quick and easy curried sandwich wrap.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Cauliflower Rice Bowls with Grilled Asparagus & Chicken Sausage

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Stock the fridge with a week's worth of lunches using a handful of ingredients from your local grocery store. To save on carbs, we're swapping in riced cauliflower for regular rice and adding pregrilled asparagus, which bulks up these bowls and adds fiber. At lunchtime, just reheat to steaming then top with a bit of pesto. Try Trader Joe's for fast shortcut ingredients like these--see Tip (below) for our product recommendations.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, December 2019

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Quick Toaster-Oven Pizza

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Have you ever tried making pizza with a tortilla before? It's super easy and makes a great vegetarian lunch. Just pop it in the toaster oven until the cheese is melted and the edges of the tortilla are browned.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, October 2017

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Curry-Cashew Turkey Salad Sandwiches

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Hot curry powder (sometimes labeled as Madras curry powder) gives this healthy sandwich a kick. For a mellower flavor, you can use regular or mild curry powder in its place.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

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Ricotta & Mushroom Tartine

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This savory open-face sandwich recipe features citrus-spiked ricotta cheese. You can try it with any variety of mushrooms, including portobello, shiitake, and oyster. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Brussels Sprouts Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas

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This healthy high-fiber salad comes together in just 10 minutes. Serve it right away or pack it in individual servings for four super-satisfying high-fiber lunches for the week ahead. To cut down on prep time, we're using preshredded Brussels sprouts from the produce department and store-bought roasted chickpeas. Look for roasted chickpea snacks with the healthy snacks or nuts at your grocery store.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, October 2019

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Garden Ham & Swiss Sandwiches

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Sure, you can eat coleslaw as a side to your lunch sandwich, but try layering it in with your ham and cheese, and you'll be amazed that you didn't think of doing this before!Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Shrimp Bruschetta

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Turn a few cooked shrimp into a satisfying and quick lunch with this easy open-face sandwich recipe, reminiscent of a bruschetta recipe. Try it with leftover shrimp cocktail or pick up precooked shrimp at the seafood counter.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Homemade Chicken Ramen Noodle Bowls

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Transform canned chicken noodle soup into quick ramen bowls by adding fresh ginger, crunchy vegetables, herbs and a jammy soft-boiled egg. Look for a low-sodium soup that has 450 mg sodium or less per serving.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019

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Make-Ahead Spinach & Black Bean Burritos

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These egg, bean and cheese burritos are designed to be made ahead and frozen. They are perfect for busy days and make a satisfying breakfast or lunch.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2019

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Avocado BLT Sandwiches

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Adding slices of creamy avocado to your traditional BLT sandwich transforms it into something special. Instead of using plain mayonnaise, we've jazzed ours up with mashed avocado, lemon juice, and some minced garlic for a real treat. This recipe is easy and ready in under 30 minutes--perfect for a satisfying family lunch.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Chopped Rainbow Salad Bowls with Peanut Sauce

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Make good use of crunchy and colorful seasonal produce in these meal-prep-friendly vegetable bowls. With just 30 minutes of prep, you get four healthy lunches that are ready to grab-and-go. We use bulgur, which cooks faster and is higher in fiber than brown rice, but you could swap in quinoa (or any hearty whole grain). Feel free to add chopped cooked chicken, shrimp or tofu for extra protein.Ā Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019

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Seared Sesame-Tuna Bowls

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This tuna bowl is quite an easy recipe you'll want to make again and again. Black sesame seeds make this dish look dramatic because they provide contrast against the fish, but if you can't find toasted black sesame seeds, you can use toasted white sesame seeds. The flavor will be the same.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2019

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Smoked Salmon Quesadilla

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Smoked salmon, peas, and red onion are mixed with cream cheese and spread between layers of a soft tortilla wrap--resulting in an easy-to-make quesadilla with a mouthwatering and melty filling.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Prosciutto & Spinach Grilled Cheese

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Make grilled cheese for one with this quick and easy recipe! This sandwich packs in a healthy dose of veggies plus a delicious flavor boost from sliced prosciutto (Italian ham).Ā Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018

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Chicken Club Wraps

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Whole-wheat tortillas provide a tasty twist in this quick grilled chicken breast recipe that combines all the elements of a classic club sandwich into a wrap. Serve with extra napkins.Ā Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2014

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Shrimp Salad Sandwiches

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Slightly reminiscent of lobster rolls, these sandwiches offer up a delicious combination of shrimp and mango mixed with a lemony mustard-yogurt sauce. By using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, we've reduced calories and fat.Ā Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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1 of 28 Chicken & Quinoa Buddha Bowls
2 of 28 Greek Meatball Mezze Bowls
3 of 28 Toaster-Oven Quesadillas
4 of 28 Chopped Chicken & Sweet Potato Salad
5 of 28 Indian Grain Bowls with Chicken & Vegetables
6 of 28 Roasted Veggies & Hummus Sandwich
7 of 28 Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries
8 of 28 Chicken Caesar Lettuce Cups
9 of 28 Greek Salad Wraps
10 of 28 Asian-Style Chicken Salad Bowls
11 of 28 Caprese Avocado Toast
12 of 28 Curried Chicken Apple Wraps
13 of 28 Cauliflower Rice Bowls with Grilled Asparagus & Chicken Sausage
14 of 28 Quick Toaster-Oven Pizza
15 of 28 Curry-Cashew Turkey Salad Sandwiches
16 of 28 Ricotta & Mushroom Tartine
17 of 28 Brussels Sprouts Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas
18 of 28 Garden Ham & Swiss Sandwiches
19 of 28 Shrimp Bruschetta
20 of 28 Homemade Chicken Ramen Noodle Bowls
21 of 28 Make-Ahead Spinach & Black Bean Burritos
22 of 28 Avocado BLT Sandwiches
23 of 28 Chopped Rainbow Salad Bowls with Peanut Sauce
24 of 28 Seared Sesame-Tuna Bowls
25 of 28 Smoked Salmon Quesadilla
26 of 28 Prosciutto & Spinach Grilled Cheese
27 of 28 Chicken Club Wraps
28 of 28 Shrimp Salad Sandwiches

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