Are you tired of bringing the same boring sandwiches to work over and over again? Or are you looking for healthier alternatives to canteen food? Then you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we share 10 delectable and original ideas for lunch that you can easily take to work. These dishes are not only tasty, but also nutritious and easy to prepare. Let’s start quickly!
Quinoa salad with roasted vegetables
Cook some quinoa and mix it with roasted vegetables such as pepper, courgette, and carrots. Add some feta or goat cheese for extra flavour. Packed with fibre and protein, this salad is perfect for keeping your energy levels up throughout the day.
Wrap with chicken and avocado
Spread a whole-wheat wrap with a layer of hummus, top with slices of grilled chicken, slices of avocado, and some lettuce. Roll up the wrap tightly and cut it in half. A tasty and nutritious option full of protein and healthy fats.
Couscous salad with grilled vegetables
Prepare some whole-wheat couscous according to the instructions on the packet and mix it with grilled vegetables such as aubergine, cherry tomatoes and red onion. Add some fresh herbs and a dash of olive oil for extra flavour. A light and filling lunch that you can easily prepare.
Stuffed sweet potato
Prick a sweet potato with a fork and bake it in the oven until soft. Cut it in half and fill it with black beans, corn, chopped tomatoes, and a spoonful of Greek yoghurt. A colourful and nutritious meal packed with vitamins and minerals.
Vegetable omelette
Beat some eggs with a dash of milk and pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Add your favourite vegetables, such as spinach, mushrooms and capsicum. Bake the omelette in the oven until firm and cut into pieces. Easy to take with you and a good source of protein.
Tuna salad with whole-wheat crackers
Mix some canned tuna with Greek yoghurt, chopped red onion, celery and a dash of lemon juice. Serve the tuna salad with whole-wheat crackers for a quick and high-protein lunch option.
Vegetarian sushi rolls
Roll out some cooked sushi rice on a nori sheet and top with slices of cucumber, avocado and carrot. Roll up the nori tightly and cut into slices. Serve the sushi rolls with soy sauce and wasabi for a delectable and light lunch.
Roasted vegetable soup
Prepare a large pot of roasted vegetable soup filled with vegetables such as pumpkin, carrot, parsnip and onion. Divide the soup between take-away containers and enjoy a warm and nutritious meal during your lunch break. Delicious meal soups are also perfect for lunch!
Greek salad
Mix some cooked quinoa with chopped cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives and crumbled feta. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and lemon juice and add some fresh herbs for extra flavour. A delicious and filling salad that is perfect for on-the-go. Fan of Greek cuisine? Then be sure to check out our favourite Greek dishes!
Spicy lentil salad
Mix cooked lentils with roasted pumpkin, red onion, spinach and feta. Add some chopped chilli for some extra spice. Packed with fibre and protein, this salad is ideal for a hearty and tasty lunch.
Whether you prefer salads, wraps, soups or other dishes, these original ideas for lunch at work offer something for everyone. Prepare them at the weekend or the night before and enjoy a healthy and tasty lunch at work. Bon appetit!
More a fan of classic lunch ideas? No problem! We list them for you.