Hands up if the thought of lunch is sometimes the only thing that gets you through a working day.

When you have a day full of Zoom meetings, an overflowing inbox, and very little sunlight, it’s important to have something to look forward to, right? Leave behind limp sandwiches and ditch that dry chicken with plain boiled rice — you deserve so much more than that.

With this incredible list of all our favourite healthy lunch recipes, you’ll never have to worry about coming up with something new and exciting to keep you full and feeling good. Just try some of these simple ideas and you’ll be winning at life, we promise.

Whether you’re looking for a way to raise your salad game, need a quick plant-based bite, or want a batch-cooking solution to get you sorted for the whole week — we’ve got just the thing.

Check out all our healthy lunch recipes below!

Give that chicken meal prep a makeover with this easy homemade marinade and switch out the plain rice for some stock-infused cous cous. You’ll never look back.

Recipe here.

Mix up your meat choices – a juicy tuna steak will provide an impressive 33g of protein and is packed with plenty of omega-3 fatty acids which are important for heart health.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
34238.2g33g7.6g

Recipe here.

 

This easy plant-based dish is absolutely spot on for a rich, warming lunch that will keep you full and satisfied all day through.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1918.5g14.3g9g

Recipe here.

Anything with halloumi involved and we’re down. These one-tray wraps are a delicious way to get in some healthy veggies too.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
43639g35g21g

Recipe here.

 

When peanut butter is involved in a recipe, you know it’s going to be good.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
38241.7g12.9g18.3g

Recipe here.

 

Rich, creamy, and ready in just half an hour – this ticks all the boxes for easy meal prep that you can fall back on time and time again.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
29141g11.5g10.9g

Recipe here.

 

Salmon is one of the best sources of mood-boosting, heart-healthy omega-3s, plus it has a high protein content, too. Double win.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
49640.5g16.6g29.3g

Recipe here.

Need a little heat to kick-start your afternoon? This delicious plant-based chilli is perfect for a tasty protein-packed lunch.

five bean chilli

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
49921g86g7g

Recipe here.

 

Whether you’re following a vegan diet or you’re just trying to cut back on your meat intake, these Portobello mushroom fajitas are a must.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
43912g35g15g

Recipe here.

Loaded with crumbled feta, tangy salsa, and chilli-lime soured cream, these soft-shell tacos are a flavour explosion waiting to happen.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1985.4g28.9g7.6g

Recipe here.

Feeling a little bit extra on a Friday? Why not treat yourself to these sizzling steak flatbreads and enjoy a bit of escapism to South America.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
48114g49.7g24.6g

Recipe here.

These stuffed peppers come with a healthy portion of low GI carbs to keep you fuelled and firing on all cylinders, as well as a hefty hit of protein to support your training goals.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
46439.6g30.6g17.4g

Recipe here.

Made with juicy chicken pieces, fresh Greek yoghurt, and plenty of crunchy red onion, these naan rolls taste like an indulgent takeaway treat — just without the calorie hit.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
30622.4g35.6g7.4g

Recipe here.

 

Spice up your salad with an iconic Mexican flavour — chipotle has a smoky, spicy taste that is absolutely made for chicken.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
50948g33g21g

Recipe here.

 

Made with quark instead of cream cheese or double cream, this pasta dish doesn’t come with the calories or fat content that you might expect. It’s so good that you’ll certainly be considering seconds.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
41534g48g5.8g

Recipe here.

 

Another spicy little number for your chicken meal prep — this pasta salad is loaded with flavour and packed with protein.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
48549g30g20g

Recipe here.

We’re passionate about salads that actually taste good. Forget soggy leaves and try this crispy, crunchy bowl of goodness instead. Cheese makes everything better.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
45013g44g25.8g

Recipe here.

Into your sweet and savoury flavour combos? Us too. This grilled peach salad is bursting with rich, fresh flavours to tantalise your taste buds.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
46710.9g52.6g26g

Recipe here.

No lie, this Asian-style salad is the absolute bomb. Packed with crunchy veg, chilli-garlic prawns, and a zingy soy dressing, you need this in your life.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
31924.2g30g11.5g

Recipe here.

 

Taking it back to basics, these stuffed sweet potatoes are great for a simple, wholesome lunch that you can rely on to hit the spot.

 CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Guacamole2544.4g37g11g
Tuna Mayo34934.1g31g16.3g
Fajita Chicken32235.7g37.9g6g

Recipe here.

If you don’t like tofu, you’ve probably just not cooked it right yet. With this simple recipe, you’ll be nailing it in no time though, don’t worry.

CaloriesProteinCarbsFat
49719.2g60g18g

Recipe here.