Planning a healthy lunch doesn't have to be a chore. Make a healthy lunch an easy choice!
Set yourself up for success and avoid the packaged food cravings this week by preparing nutritious lunches ahead of time. Our Registered Dietitian, Carol Bell, has helped pull together three healthy lunches that can be prepared in less than 5 minutes and for less than $5 and they are packed full of all the good calories that will help you and/or your kids stay full, energized and focused as you finish out the day.
From protein-packed to vegetarian-friendly, these three recipes are designed to keep it easy, nutritious, and yummy too.
BONUS: Both the Pasta Salad and Brown Rice salad are actually a great way to make use of last night's leftovers!
Pasta Salad Lunch
1 Cup Pasta (gluten free)
3 Tbsp Frozen Peas
1/2 Carrot, Shredded
1-2 Tbsp Bragg's Sesame & Ginger Salad Dressing (Our Favorite!!)
*Served with Pumpkin and Sunflower Seeds and a Handful of Strawberries.
Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Score the rib of the lettuce along
the back
Add Turkey (or hummus if you're vegetarian/vegan!)
Add sliced cucumber and roll. Pack with a side of dijon mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce!
*Served with Almond Milk, Pineapple, and Sesame Crackers.
Paleo, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan-Optional
Brown Rice Salad
1/2 Cup Cooked Brown Rice
1/4 Cup Chickpeas
1/4 Red Bell Pepper
1 Tbsp Chopped Cilantro (optional)
Salt and Pepper to Taste
Dressing: Whisk together 1 Tbsp Vinegar, 1 Tbsp Honey, and 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
*Served with Grapes and Almonds
Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
If you are interested in learning more about how to create a healthy eating plan for yourself or your family, consider a nutrition consult with our Registered Dietitian, Carol Bell. Individual appointments and packages are available as well as our monthly Wellness Subscription offering the option for a monthly one-on-one with your choice of Table Health provider.
