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Whip up a delicious lunch in record time with these healthy recipes. From sandwiches to salads and more, these lunch recipes are quick and tasty while being packed with nutritious vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains. Try recipes like 3-Ingredient Tortellini with Sausage & Kale and Salmon-Stuffed Avocados for a fast, filling and flavorful meal.

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Green Goddess Grain Bowl

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This healthy grain bowl packs in the greens with peas, asparagus and a creamy yogurt dressing. Tofu adds protein while keeping it vegetarian, but you could also swap in cooked shrimp or chicken for a satisfying dinner or packable lunch ready in just 15 minutes.

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Mixed Greens with Lentils & Sliced Apple

<p>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.</p>
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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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Salmon-Stuffed Avocados

<p>Canned salmon is a valuable pantry staple and a practical way to include heart-healthy omega-3-rich fish in your diet. Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal.</p>
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Canned salmon is a valuable pantry staple and a practical way to include heart-healthy omega-3-rich fish in your diet. Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal.

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Veggie & Hummus Sandwich

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This mile-high vegetable and hummus sandwich makes the perfect heart-healthy vegetarian lunch to go. Mix it up with different flavors of hummus and different types of vegetables depending on your mood.

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3-Ingredient Tortellini with Sausage & Kale

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Precooked chicken sausage is a handy shortcut ingredient because it heats up quickly and adds lots of flavor without a lot of fuss. A roasted garlic variety pairs perfectly with cheese tortellini and sautéed leafy greens.

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Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries

<p>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.</p>
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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.

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Whole-Wheat Veggie Wrap

<p>Use whichever veggies you have on hand to fill up this veggie wrap. The avocado and hummus help hold the wrap together--and provide heart-healthy fat and fiber.</p>
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Use whichever veggies you have on hand to fill up this veggie wrap. The avocado and hummus help hold the wrap together--and provide heart-healthy fat and fiber.

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Spinach & Artichoke Salad with Parmesan Vinaigrette

<p>Inspired by the classic warm party dip, this simple salad can be served up right away or divided into small lidded containers for a week of delicious lunches. To keep the hard-boiled eggs tasting fresh, we suggest adding them to your salad just before serving or in the morning before packing your lunch to go.</p>
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Inspired by the classic warm party dip, this simple salad can be served up right away or divided into small lidded containers for a week of delicious lunches. To keep the hard-boiled eggs tasting fresh, we suggest adding them to your salad just before serving or in the morning before packing your lunch to go.

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West Coast Avocado Toast

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Hummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.

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Spinach & Dill Pasta Salad

<p>Edamame gives this veggie-packed vegan pasta salad a bit of feel-full protein. Serve topped with extra freshly ground pepper, if desired.</p>
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Edamame gives this veggie-packed vegan pasta salad a bit of feel-full protein. Serve topped with extra freshly ground pepper, if desired.

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Vegan Bistro Lunch Box

<p>Perfect to pack for lunch to take to work or for a picnic in the park, this vegan bistro box is filled with Mediterranean diet-inspired crunchy vegetables, pita bread, creamy hummus and olives.</p>
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Perfect to pack for lunch to take to work or for a picnic in the park, this vegan bistro box is filled with Mediterranean diet-inspired crunchy vegetables, pita bread, creamy hummus and olives.

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Cucumber Turkey Sub Sandwich

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When you're craving a sub but you don't want all the carbs, these turkey-and-cheese deli sandwiches on cucumber rolls are a healthy alternative. Hollow out a cucumber and fill it up with your favorite sandwich fillings for a crisp sub with less carbs and calories. Plus, you can easily pack these up for work, school or a picnic--no soggy bread!

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Vegetarian Niçoise Salad

<p>This vegetarian take on a traditional Niçoise salad omits the fish and piles on plenty of vegetables.</p>
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This vegetarian take on a traditional Niçoise salad omits the fish and piles on plenty of vegetables.

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Loaded Black Bean Nacho Soup

<p>Jazz up a can of black bean soup with your favorite nacho toppings, such as cheese, avocado and fresh tomatoes. A bit of smoked paprika adds a bold flavor kick, but you can swap in any warm spices you prefer, such as cumin or chili powder. Look for a soup that contains no more than 450 mg sodium per serving.</p>
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Jazz up a can of black bean soup with your favorite nacho toppings, such as cheese, avocado and fresh tomatoes. A bit of smoked paprika adds a bold flavor kick, but you can swap in any warm spices you prefer, such as cumin or chili powder. Look for a soup that contains no more than 450 mg sodium per serving.

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Tex-Mex Pasta Salad

<p>A light and creamy green-salsa dressing highlights this easy pasta salad with Southwestern flavors.</p>
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A light and creamy green-salsa dressing highlights this easy pasta salad with Southwestern flavors.

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    1 of 15 Green Goddess Grain Bowl
    2 of 15 Mixed Greens with Lentils & Sliced Apple
    3 of 15 Salmon-Stuffed Avocados
    4 of 15 Veggie & Hummus Sandwich
    5 of 15 3-Ingredient Tortellini with Sausage & Kale
    6 of 15 Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries
    7 of 15 Whole-Wheat Veggie Wrap
    8 of 15 Spinach & Artichoke Salad with Parmesan Vinaigrette
    9 of 15 West Coast Avocado Toast
    10 of 15 Spinach & Dill Pasta Salad
    11 of 15 Vegan Bistro Lunch Box
    12 of 15 Cucumber Turkey Sub Sandwich
    13 of 15 Vegetarian Niçoise Salad
    14 of 15 Loaded Black Bean Nacho Soup
    15 of 15 Tex-Mex Pasta Salad

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