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24 Lunch Recipes You’ll Want to Pack, Plate, and Repeat

Published: Oct 10, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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A great lunch does more than fill you up—it fuels your afternoon and gives you a moment to enjoy flavors you love. These recipes are designed to strike that balance of satisfying and simple, with options that work for busy weekdays, relaxed weekends, or meals on the go. With fresh ingredients, creative twists, and a variety of cuisines, this list makes it easy to break free from boring lunches.

Sesame Salmon Bowl

Enjoy a Power Meal with a bowl featuring grilled salmon, sliced avocado, red cabbage, cucumbers, and mixed greens, all topped with sesame seeds.
Sesame Salmon Bowl. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Sesame Salmon Bowls are a delicious and healthy dinner idea. It takes under 15 minutes to make start to finish! The sesame dressing adds tasty nutty flavor to this dish.
Get the Recipe: Sesame Salmon Bowl

Turkey Kielbasa with potatoes and peppers

Turkey Kielbasa with potatoes and peppers. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

A lot of people think that eating healthy is expensive but it doesn't have to be. I wanted to start a weekly thread showing that eating healthy doesn't have to cost a lot and can be delicious too! My first post, Wallet Friendly Wednesday-Turkey Potato Dish is one of my go to dishes.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Kielbasa with potatoes and peppers

How to make Zoodles

How to make Zoodles. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

How to Make Zoodles.
Get the Recipe: How to make Zoodles

Blackstone Burgers

A sesame seed bun hamburger with lettuce, tomato, a beef patty, melted cheddar cheese, and bacon. Cooked to perfection on a Blackstone griddle and presented on a white plate.
Blackstone Burgers. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Blackstone Burgers are so easy to make and they come out super juicy too! But there's a trick to using frozen burgers on the griddle! And don't get these Blackstone Burgers confused with Smash Burgers, they aren't the same!
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Burgers

Cauliflower Rice Spring Rolls

Cauliflower Rice Spring Rolls. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Do you love spring rolls, but hate plain old white rice? I've got you covered then with these Cauliflower Rice Spring Rolls.
Get the Recipe: Cauliflower Rice Spring Rolls

Avocado Salad

A vibrant bowl of fresh salad featuring ripe avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion sits invitingly on a light gray surface. Nearby, a halved avocado and a lemon slice add an extra touch of freshness.
Avocado Salad. Photo credit: From Ice Cream To Steak.

This avocado salad is a fresh and vibrant dish perfect for any occasion. Creamy avocado meets crisp veggies and a tangy dressing. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it’s a delightful addition to any meal. Quick and easy to make, this salad will become a favorite on your holiday table or weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Salad

Quesabirria Tacos

Two quesabirria tacos with cilantro and onion on a white taco holder, accompanied by lime wedges and a bowl of sauce, rest enticingly on the marble surface.
Quesabirria Tacos. Photo credit: From Ice Cream To Steak.

Quesabirria Tacos are the ultimate fusion of cheesy, savory goodness and bold, flavorful birria. These crispy, cheesy tacos, dipped in a rich consommé, are a true delight for taco lovers. Get ready to have the most mouthwatering tacos you’ve ever made!
Get the Recipe: Quesabirria Tacos

Baby Calamari Garden Salad

A wooden bowl brimming with a garden salad features sliced cucumbers, red onions, olives, parsley, and shredded carrots, all beautifully placed on a fabric napkin.
Baby Calamari Garden Salad. Photo credit: From Ice Cream to Steak.

This Baby Calamari Garden Salad is a vibrant blend of tender calamari and crisp garden-fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty dressing. Simple to prepare yet packed with taste, this salad is sure to impress at your next meal or gathering!
Get the Recipe: Baby Calamari Garden Salad

Truffle-Mayo Roast Beef Sandwich

Sandwich with layers of roast beef, arugula, and cheese shavings on a wooden board, garnished with extra arugula.
Truffle-Mayo Roast Beef Sandwich. Photo credit: From Ice Cream To Steak.

This Truffle-Mayo Roast Beef Sandwich will take your lunch game to the next level with its rich, savory flavors and luxurious touch of truffle. Craving something special for lunch or dinner, this sandwich brings a gourmet touch to your meal.
Get the Recipe: Truffle-Mayo Roast Beef Sandwich

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

A glass bowl of jalapeño popper chicken salad ingredients.
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

If you're looking for a low-carb meal option, try this flavorful Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad! It offers a fun twist on traditional jalapeño poppers, and it's quite easy to prepare. Make it in advance and include it in your low-carb lunch menu on busy weekdays.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Creamy Chicken Salad Recipe

A bowl of chicken salad with chunks of chicken and mixed veggies.
Creamy Chicken Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Chicken Salad Recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for sandwiches or as a meal on its own. It combines tender chicken with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Salad Recipe

Crunchy Detox Salad

An overhead image of a crunchy detox salad.
Crunchy Detox Salad. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This Crunchy Detox Salad is a tasty way to kickstart a healthy eating routine. It features tons of colorful veggies and a creamy lemon ginger dressing.
Get the Recipe: Crunchy Detox Salad

Pasta Salad without Mayo

Overhead image of a pasta salad without mayo.
Pasta Salad without Mayo. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Stay cool this summer with this Pasta Salad without Mayo. This simple and refreshing recipe, features a light Italian dressing, making it a perfect side dish for a backyard barbecue or a quick lunch option.
Get the Recipe: Pasta Salad without Mayo

Bombay Sandwiches

Bombay Sandwiches layered with potato, tomato, cucumbers, and an herb chutney sauce.
Bombay Sandwiches. Photo credit: all Ways Delicious.

A Bombay Sandwich is layered with cooked and raw vegetables on buttered white bread, slathered with delicious chutney. Delicious & vegetarian.
Get the Recipe: Bombay Sandwiches

Onigiri

Two pieces of onigiri on a plate with chopsticks.
Onigiri. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Onigiri, Japanese rice triangles or Japanese rice balls with savory fillings, are great to eat on the go. This onigiri recipe provides an easy step-by-step guide for how to make onigiri rice balls at home.
Get the Recipe: Onigiri

Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

2 Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwiches on a black plate.
Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Loaded with grilled chicken, tomato, fresh mozzarella, and basil, this hearty Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich is popping with flavor!
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

Bell Pepper Sandwich

Bell pepper sandwich cut in half on a plate.
Bell Pepper Sandwich. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Bell Pepper Sandwich is perfect for a low-carb lunch! Instead of bread, you'll use a bell pepper and fill it with your favorite sandwich fillings. Whip one up in 10 minutes flat for a satiating and delicious meal!
Get the Recipe: Bell Pepper Sandwich

Air Fryer Spring Rolls

Stacked spring rolls on a white plate.
Air Fryer Spring Rolls. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Everything you love about homemade spring rolls without the mess of deep frying! You're going to love these Air Fryer Spring Rolls—they're crispy, crunchy, and plump with a savory veggie and pork filling.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Spring Rolls

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon

Jalapeño Poppers on a platter with a bowl of dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Air fryer jalapeño poppers feature jalapeño halves stuffed with a cream cheese filling and topped with bacon. Perfect party appetizer for a game day gathering.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon

Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops

Two breaded pork chops on a gray plate with parsley.
Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Say goodbye to dry, tasteless pork! Air fryer breaded pork chops give you juicy, tender pork with crispy breading! Get lots of flavor with this easy meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Breaded Pork Chops

Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

Up close shot of pig in a blanket, cut.
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket are quick, easy, and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

Air Fryer Sausage Balls

White plate of sausage balls on a Thanksgiving themed table.
Air Fryer Sausage Balls. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Make these easy Air Fryer Sausage Balls for your Friendsgiving feast or game day!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sausage Balls

Bacon Wrapped Crackers

Fingers holding a bacon wrapped crackers.
Bacon Wrapped Crackers. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Crispy crunchy bacon wrapped club crackers are air fried to perfection!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Crackers

Air Fryer Country Style Ribs

A white plate with air-fried country style ribs, garnished with barbecue sauce and parsley.
Air Fryer Country Style Ribs. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Country Style Ribs are a game-changer for rib lovers. These boneless ribs are so easy to make and turn out deliciously in the air fryer, with a slightly crispy outside and juicy inside. When you're craving BBQ in a hurry, these are perfect for weeknights or gatherings. Use this recipe's seasoning choice or customize them with your favorite dry rub and BBQ sauce. Bonus, there's no messy cleanup afterwards and you'll have flavorful ribs in under 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Country Style Ribs

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