Many professional jobs leave little time to prepare lunch, but if you are diligent about making plans ahead, doing so can make all the difference! Luckily, there are very many fresh and minimal effort ideas that you could put together speedily at home. A few of the ideas are given below for you to remain engaged and energised in day long work.
- Mason Jar Salads
Put on the bottom your favourite greens, some chopped veggies, top with lean protein (grilled chicken or chickpeas), and lastly add vinaigrette. No more salad dressing compromising the integrity of your greens, just keep it at the bottom and shake that up when you’re ready to eat.
- Wraps and Roll-Ups
Wholegrain wraps with hummus, turkey or ham, spinach and grated carrot are simple to make and easy transportable – as long as they’re not squished on the bottom of a backpack. Or, for a low-carb alternative you can use large lettuce leaves as wraps instead of bread. Why not consider Office Lunches from //www.crumbsdelivered.co.uk/shop/office-lunch-delivery
- Grain Bowls
Mix cooked quinoa/brown rice with roast veggies, beans and a sprinkle of feta or seeds. The bowls are infinitely adaptable and you can prepare a batch of them ahead to grab-and-go.
- Leftover Makeovers
Make your intended dinner from last night lunch the following day. Roast chicken transforms to a sandwich; vegetable stir-fry goes on top of greens or a grain bowl, for example.
- Snack Boxes
Boiled eggs and cherry tomatoes, cheese cut into cubes or small slices, nuts, sliced fruit. All of this makes for the complete lunch box with dairy, protein, & carbs. Just pack them separately if you don’t want things to touch. Lovely!
Follow these easy tips to make sure you have access to quick and healthy meals, even when life is extra hectic. Here is how a little preparation translates into more energy and better focus all afternoon.