Lunch ideas for work?

Nita_Bita

Hey guys, I've been trying to eat healthier for lunch on the full days I work but having some difficulty deciding what to bring. I'm trying to cut out the processed foods that I can just heat in the microwave and substitute it with something more fresh and healthier. Any suggestions?

H_Factor

I cook most of the food I eat for lunch and dinner. I usually cook enough for 2-3 days at a time. Examples of things I cook are: (a) tilapia and asparagus; (b) salmon and asparagus; (c) ground chicken/turkey mixed with lettuce/tomato/2% cheese and then add fat free catalina dressing; (d) chicken breasts and some veggie; (e) grilled chicken with sauteed onions/green peppers/mushrooms and topped with tomato sauce...add in some whole grain pasta if you want.

meemo88

a banana & you can make egg whites in a mug in the microwave lol

EMc4452

I like making salads. Just put all the veggies, lettuce, protein( I use tuna or chicken) in seperate tupperware's and assemble at work. I prep all of it the night before so I dont have to worry about it in the morning. I also bring fuit and greek yogurt for snacks. You can also make little veggie sanwiches- arnold wheat thin bread, laughing cow cheese sprea, and veggies is a delicious low calorie sandwich. I also make extra at dinner time and take leftovers..like chicken and broccoli.

MellyPfromVT

I am having a cannelini bean salad today. I made it up earlier this week and it was enough for 4 days. I got the recipe off a post here on MFP. You can search for it if it sounds good to you! I'm having it with pita chips and a plum.

H_Factor

I have also cooked bison burgers and brought them to work (with some veggie). bison is a tasty lean protein.

LiL_MisS_C

You can never go wrong with making yourself a whole grain wrap with some kind of natural lunch meat and some cheese. Those kind of wraps are my staple for nightshifts.

223730

Cooking and putting the meals away for the week is a good approach. That way it's already pre-packed and ready to go. I have a cafeteria at work; I usually choice grilled chicken breast and vegetables (I am not big on salads). Bake a few chicken breasts on Sunday and pop each one in a Gladware bowl, then pick something you would like to put with it, like green beans, broccoli and cheese (light on the cheese sauce!), roasted veggies, what not. I usually have a small scoop of mashed potatoes too, because I don't want to deny myself to the point where I flip out and go food crazy. Lean protein and vegetables has become my usual for lunch. I have a fruit for snack..today I am seeing how adding a little peanut butter with the fruit works out for me to curb my afterwork "I'm Starving" moment.

Espressocycle

I make pots of soup and portion out in containers to freeze. Lentil soup is a good start because it's so easy. And about 50 cents per portion. I used to keep a blog on this topic:

icemancooketh.blogspot.com

Mmmary212

My favorite lunch is hamburger patties and baked sweet potatoes, perfect combination ever! I eat enough to keep me full all work day. (usually 2 patties and 1 sweet potato)

fatty2fabby

soup w/ a small roll
salad w/ chicken veg light dressing
healthy sandwich

shar140

I like making salads. Just put all the veggies, lettuce, protein( I use tuna or chicken) in seperate tupperware's and assemble at work. I prep all of it the night before so I dont have to worry about it in the morning. I also bring fuit and greek yogurt for snacks. You can also make little veggie sanwiches- arnold wheat thin bread, laughing cow cheese sprea, and veggies is a delicious low calorie sandwich. I also make extra at dinner time and take leftovers..like chicken and broccoli.

This is generally what I do...pack a salad, with the protein, cheese, dressing, etc separate the night before. I've even just packed 2 at once, then I have 2 lunches ready and did all the prep work once. Or, after dinner, pack leftovers for lunch the next day. Now that it is getting colder, I might cook up some soup to bring.