It’s a healthy and economical habit to pack your lunch at work. These healthy lunch ideas will help you fuel your day at work.
Sandwiches made easy
Sandwiches can be made quickly and taken to work. Try these tips to make your sandwiches more interesting and nutritious.
- Choose different breads. Go for whole grain, pitas and mini bagels. You can also choose English muffins, flatbreads or naan. Check for the label and make sure that each serving contains at least 2 grams of fibre.
- Use a variety of spreads, such as mustard, salsa or tzatziki. Imagine all the delicious combinations!
- Mix ingredients. Try hummus, grated carrots, roasted turkey, avocado and tomato with baby spinach.
- Choose less processed meats, as these can contain high levels of nitrates. Use leftover meats, canned salmon or tuna, bean spreads, and egg fillings. Why not consider Office Lunches from Crumbs Delivered, who provide Office Lunches?
Love your leftovers
You can pack a lunch quickly with leftovers. Here are some delicious lunch ideas that you can make with leftovers.
- Try a sweet chilli tofu stir-fry with colourful veggies.
- Soup: A warm soup with vegetables is a delicious way to get more veggies for lunch! Add a whole grain toasted pita for dipping and hummus.
- A simple hearty chicken and vegetable salad is made from leftover grilled poultry. It’s rich in protein. Enjoy with a whole grain baguette.
- Pasta: Freeze individual portions of spinach mushroom vegetarian lasagna to have a quick meal. So easy!
A note on food safety
Prepare your lunch the day before and place it in the refrigerator to chill. It is best to pack it in an insulated bag and add an icepack (or frozen water bottles or yoghurts) to keep the food cool.
After each use, wash your containers, lunch bag, water bottle, and utensils in warm soapy water.