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    March 23, 2022 — by Julie — Leave a Comment

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    Easy Lunch Ideas

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    These easy lunch ideas are all made in under 30 minutes! They are quick and delicious recipes that anyone can make.

    a collage with four lunch photos and font.

    Easy Lunch Ideas That Everyone Will Love

    When I think of lunch, I usually crave a salad, sandwich, or wrap, therefore it’s mostly what I shared on this list. You’ll find all that and more among the easy lunch recipe ideas down below.

    1. The Perfect Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    I think a cheesy and buttery grilled cheese sandwich is a must on every lunch menu. All you need is 3 ingredients to make it.

    two grilled cheese sandwiches on a wooden board

    2. Vegetable Salad

    There is nothing better than a healthy and fresh salad when you don’t feel like turning on the stove. This vegetable salad is tangy, savory, and can be a side dish or main entree. It includes broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, zucchinis, and a homemade Italian dressing.

    a bowl with colorful raw vegetables with a wooden spoon.

    3. Avocado Tuna Salad

    This avocado tuna salad is made with my favorite ingredients. Crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, canned tuna, and avocado. It will instantly become a household favorite!

    avocado tuna salad in a white bowl.

    4. Ham and Cheese Sliders

    These ham and cheese sliders are the perfect lunch! They’re super easy to make and you can make them ahead of time. They also reheat really well and make the best leftovers. You can also swap out the ham for turkey.

    ham and cheese sliders on a wooden board

    5. Shrimp Cobb Salad

    If you want a delicious, fresh, and classic salad then you need to make this one. It’s made with grilled shrimp, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and feta cheese, tossed in a homemade vinaigrette. It’s packed with flavor and hands down my favorite summer salad.

    shrimp cobb salad with boiled eggs in a white plate

    6. Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

    Forget baked chicken tenders! These deep-fried hot honey chicken tenders are seasoned and fried to perfection, then coated in a delicious sweet and spicy sauce. Super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

    sliced open hot honey chicken tender.

    7. Seafood Pasta Salad

    Fresh and easy pasta salad made with lump crab meat, shrimp, hard-boiled eggs, and shells, tossed in mayo and old bay seasoning. Perfect for a potluck or picnic.

    seafood pasta salad in a glass bowl with a wooden spoon.

    8. Tomato Avocado Salad

    Vibrant and colorful salad made with red onions, avocado, tomatoes, and olive oil. If you’re a fan of avocado and tomatoes then you need to give this recipe a try!

    tomatoes, avocados, cilantro, and onions, up close

    9. Classic Cheeseburgers

    Grab some buns, juicy meat, lots of cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and onions and you’ve got yourself a homemade classic cheeseburger. This is the easiest cheeseburger recipe. Even the pickiest eaters will enjoy this.

    a cheeseburger up close.

    10. Chipotle Chicken

    This chipotle chicken is made with juicy chicken breasts, Mexican spices, and adobo sauce. So much flavor! It cooks in just 10 minutes.

    diced up chicken on a wooden board.

    11. Tex-Mex Grilled Chicken Burrito

    If you’re tired of take-out, this is a recipe for you! It’s so much healthier and more economical to make burritos at home with your favorite ingredients. Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings with this delicious grilled chicken burrito.

    tex mex grilled chicken burrito on aluminum foil.

    12. Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad

    You can serve this creamy cranberry pecan chicken salad on toast, crackers, or on its own. It’s sweet, savory, and super easy to make. It also makes for the best leftovers and in my opinion tastes even better the following day.

    cranberry pecan chicken salad in a red bowl.

    13. Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Say goodbye to bland grilled chicken sandwiches. This sandwich is packed with flavor, spicy, and incredibly tasty.

    spicy grilled chicken sandwich up close.

    14. Avocado Chicken Salad

    This avocado chicken salad is made with rich and creamy avocados, chicken breasts, eggs, and homemade lemon vinaigrette. The ultimate summer lunch salad.

    avocado chicken salad in a white bowl and wooden salad mixers

    15. Tuna Melt Sliders

    Tuna melt sliders are quick and simple to prepare. This recipe uses fresh everyday ingredients and tastes fantastic! You’re going to love these.

    tuna melt sliders up close.

    16. Veggie Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

    These veggie cream cheese roll-ups are loaded with cream cheese, broccoli, and shredded carrots. Whether it’s game-day or a busy weekday, these will hit the spot!

    veggie cream cheese roll ups

    17. Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich

    In just minutes you can have this turkey bacon avocado sandwich on the table. Enjoy this delicious sandwich cold, hot, or warm.

    turkey bacon avocado sandwich on a gray plate

    18. Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs

    Nothing fancy or complicated! These air fryer boneless chicken thighs are super juicy and seasoned to perfection. All you need is an air fryer, chicken thighs, olive oil, and spices. Serve these chicken thighs with a salad or steamed veggies.

    Four cooked boneless chicken thighs in the air fryer basket.

    19. Chorizo Tacos

    These chorizo tacos are the perfect weekday lunch! Tacos are great for serving a crowd, taking to a party, or just enjoying on a busy weekday. They’re super tasty and easy to make.

    chorizo tacos with a lime wedge on the side.

    20. Egg Salad Sandwiches

    Good egg salad sandwiches don’t require fancy ingredients. This is a basic no-fail recipe but feel free to customize it to your liking.

    egg salad sandwich on a small plate

    21. Chicken Meatballs

    These baked chicken meatballs are moist, tender, and perfectly seasoned. Cooks perfectly in 18 minutes! Enjoy these meatballs on a roll or with a side salad for the perfect lunch.

    ground chicken meatballs in a bowl.

    No matter which recipe you decide to use, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed! All of these lunch ideas are insanely good and I hope you enjoy them all.

    Tried any of these recipes? Please leave a star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page. And consider following me on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

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