What do you put in your lunch box for work?

slr90
slr90 Posts: 212 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Need some inspiration for in my lunch box as it's my weakest area ATM! So what healthy and yummy things do you pack up and take with you to keep you going through the day :)
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  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
    The usual suspects:
    sandwich - arnold multigrain thin, 8 thin slices (about 2.75oz) of turkey and a slice of pepperjack cheese
    two pieces of fruit - usually banana and apple but this week I'm mixing in strawberries as they were on sale
    breakfast casserole - eggs, feta, spinach, pepperoni and sometimes potato
    oatmeal - steel cut oats, sweet potato, apples and pecans
    100 cal packs of cocoa roast or cinnamon roast almonds
    protein bar
    greek yogurt

    Sometimes I'll bring leftovers from last night's dinner instead of a sandwich.
  • nancy10272004
    nancy10272004 Posts: 277 Member
    I work at a company that has a cafeteria and it's much easier for met to get lunch here. I usually make a bean salad with lots of vegetables (except onions out of respect for my coworkers) and some balsamic vinegar.
  • amberrenee813
    amberrenee813 Posts: 395 Member
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  • ValeriePlz
    ValeriePlz Posts: 517 Member
    Today I brought a turkey sandwich with cranberry sauce and brie, with a side of chips. Usually I do tacos or a salad.
  • cpaman87
    cpaman87 Posts: 193 Member
    I keep a bag of salad, something with spinach in it. I add to this either tuna salad or soup.
  • crepes_
    crepes_ Posts: 583 Member
    My first choice will always be last night's leftovers, if there are any. So simple!

    Chopped salads are good. I keep a small basket of hard-boiled eggs and a container of pre-shredded chicken in the fridge. Pair that with some spinach and kale mix, small cubes of cheese, olives, and whatever other veggies I have leftover. Smaller container inside with an olive oil and vinegar mix.

    I like the low carb wraps (sooo much fiber!) with some mayonnaise or mustard, shredded chicken, tomatoes, spinach, cheese. Or chicken salad!
  • kandell
    kandell Posts: 473 Member
    Today I have a turkey sandwich, 100 grams of raw broccoli, 100 grams of raw cauliflower, 100 grams of raw baby carrots, and a can of root beer.
  • renaore
    renaore Posts: 11 Member
    40 Raw Almonds, A medium Apple, Green Tea (from Costco; Eto-En) and salad with a chopped turkey burger on the top :D!
  • slr90
    slr90 Posts: 212 Member
    My first choice will always be last night's leftovers, if there are any. So simple!

    Chopped salads are good. I keep a small basket of hard-boiled eggs and a container of pre-shredded chicken in the fridge. Pair that with some spinach and kale mix, small cubes of cheese, olives, and whatever other veggies I have leftover. Smaller container inside with an olive oil and vinegar mix.

    I like the low carb wraps (sooo much fiber!) with some mayonnaise or mustard, shredded chicken, tomatoes, spinach, cheese. Or chicken salad!

    How long can you keep hard boiled eggs or chicken in the fridge ? I don't normally keep longer than the day after cooking. I do quite like wraps so I'll have to search for low carb ones, is there a brand you would recommend? :)
  • Kestrelwings
    Kestrelwings Posts: 238 Member
    Today had run out of inspiration & was running late, so am on emergency rations (instant oatmeal!)

    Usually hard boiled eggs, a box of chopped veg/salad/tuna or something, and melba toast.
  • jeffininer
    jeffininer Posts: 204 Member
    Today is 2 tacos: 93% lean taco meat, cheddar cheese, lite sour cream, and hard corn tortilla shells.

    Tomorrow will be turkey meat loaf and brown rice.

    I bring a lot of left overs. If I don't have left overs then I bring a lean cuisine or smart one.
  • kraft_kris
    kraft_kris Posts: 157 Member
    These are great ideas! I am going to try and find some wraps. Is it just me or does anyone else find it a drag to pack their lunch?
    I know it is necessary but it is such a pain!
  • Beckilovespizza
    Beckilovespizza Posts: 334 Member
    Usually a ham sandwich, yoghurt, fruit and cereal bar.
  • Kaylyn221
    Kaylyn221 Posts: 123
    Organic grilled chicken breast w/steamed broccoli and cauliflower. Snacks are celery/carrot and orange bell pepper {sliced into strips} w/tuna {tuna is mixed with plain greek yogurt and organic mustard and some pepper}, and an Orange.
  • BarbieAS
    BarbieAS Posts: 1,414 Member
    Lunch is almost always some kind of salad with a protein, but it changes almost every day.

    Besides lunch I bring 2 snacks, some combo of veggies and dip, fruit, greek yogurt, string cheese, nuts, Kind bar...lately I've been loving quinoa chips, too. Sort of like a cross between Sun Chips and Munchos.

    Today, I have spinach salad with raw mushrooms and onions, homemade french dressing, and leftover roast beef from yesterday; celery and leftover homemade spinach dip; 2 clementines; and a Kind bar.

    I try to get my before/at work food to end up around 600 calories (give or take) so that I have plenty left for later in the day...I'm a big after dinner snacker :). And, I try to get in at least 3-4 servings of fruit and veggies and a decent amount of protein during the day, too.
  • ChaplainHeavin
    ChaplainHeavin Posts: 426 Member
    Organic grilled chicken breast w/steamed broccoli and cauliflower. Snacks are celery/carrot and orange bell pepper {sliced into strips} w/tuna {tuna is mixed with plain greek yogurt and organic mustard and some pepper}, and an Orange.

    I have stumbled upon my own unique recipe in which I hope to make millions soon. I call it the "peanut butter and jelly sandwich."
  • petefromguelph
    petefromguelph Posts: 84 Member
    Today is :

    Leftover shrimp
    Quinoa
    Broccoli
    30g cheese
    Chicken Nibbler thing
    40g Almonds
    Banana
    Apple
    Fibre 1 bar

    I think that was it... usually mix in some other veg if they are kicking around - cucumber / carrots / raw broc etc
  • sarrah_n
    sarrah_n Posts: 192 Member
    Wheat wrap
    Container of left over taco meat and shredded cheese
    Grape tomatoes
    String cheese
    Pineapple
    Blueberry yogurt
  • Flossiesdoll
    Flossiesdoll Posts: 48
    Through the cold months, soups made with pulses and veg. Through the warmer months, salads and sandwiches with protein and veg. And fruit.
  • LividMuffin
    LividMuffin Posts: 47 Member
    Lately I fell in love with natural cottage cheese. It can be sweet (mixed with agave, vanilla, honey, all sorts of fruits, cinamon, seeds & nuts) or savoury (pepper, shredded carrot, chives, curry powder..) you can get really creative with it so it's boredom-resistant, it's high protein & low everything else, just a perfect snack! :)
    I also make protein muffins every now and then, they last for the whole week (two people) and kill my sweets craving.
  • tincanonastring
    tincanonastring Posts: 3,944 Member
    I'm an absolute robot when it comes to the food I pack for work. Every day I eat the same thing.

    Breakfast: Chobani 0% (Blueberry, Strawberry, or Peach)

    Lunch: Giant Mega Salad
    - 100g Romaine
    - 50g Baby Spinach
    -100g Celery
    -50g Red Onion
    -100g Cucumber
    -100g Carrots
    -100g Tomato
    -100g Roast Chicken or 1 Hard-Boiled Egg w. 2 Hard-Boiled Egg Whites
    -1.5oz Ken's Lite Creamy Caesar

    Snacks: Orange & Banana

    It's a bit on the boring side, but the routine keeps my calories low, guarantees I get my daily fruits & veggies, and makes my shopping list so easy. Plus, I never have to worry about what to pack.
  • megjay18
    megjay18 Posts: 78 Member
    i usually try to pack leftovers from dinner as well. but when i don't want that (or don't have any leftovers), i usually try a sandwich or a frozen lunch.

    today i have: premade tuna packet, wheat bread, white american cheese, 12 cherry tomatoes, half an avocado and some cantaloupe.

    For breakfast (same thing everyday) i have yoplait light red velvet cake yogurt and string cheese,

    Snack (same thing everyday): handful of pretzels.
  • mrsushu
    mrsushu Posts: 13 Member
    I'm pretty basic.
    1 Cup of Brown Rice
    9-8 Oz of Meat
    Cup or Handful of Spinach
    A Banana

    Then I have nuts, beef jerky that I carry with me in my bag!
  • hospitablegirl
    hospitablegirl Posts: 64 Member
    A fruit
    A sandwich
    A veggie and dip combo
    And a snack of my choice under 150 calories
  • beachylove
    beachylove Posts: 137 Member
    I try to mix up my snacks I will alternate through a couple of these each day:

    - Banana
    - Mixed Berries
    - Pineapple
    - Grapefruit (my personal favorite)
    - Pretzel Thins and Hummus
    - Rice Cakes (Apple Cinnamon, Chocolate, White Cheddar or Caramel)
    - Beef Jerky
    - Granola Bar
    - 90 Calorie Fiber One Brownie
    - Carrots, Cucumber and Bell Pepper w/ Hummus
    - String Cheese
    - Crackers and Laughing Cow Cheese wedge
    - Snap Peas and Dip
    - Popcorn

    For lunch I will take a sandwich (sandwich thin with turkey or ham, a slice of cheese and mustard) or a salad (Spring greens, chicken, feta, vinaigrette and croutons or romaine/spinach mix, chicken, olives, kidney beans, cheddar cheese and salsa) and on a rare occasion will take a Lean Cuisine or Smart One if I don't have anything else on hand.
  • ken_m
    ken_m Posts: 128
    There's a guy at my office that always brings a lunchbox, but then goes out to eat.

    I think he has a severed head in there or something
  • ironrat79
    ironrat79 Posts: 273 Member
    you're welcome to add me and peak at my diary, everyone is welcome to add.
  • ironrat79
    ironrat79 Posts: 273 Member
    There's a guy at my office that always brings a lunchbox, but then goes out to eat.

    I think he has a severed head in there or something

    You should steal it and eat it if it's food, take a pic and post it if it's a head...lol
  • runner475
    runner475 Posts: 1,236 Member
    Quest - Cookies & Cream Bar, 1 bar

    Season Brand - Jb - Skinless and Boneless Sardines In Pure Olive Oil, 4 oz

    Della - Organic Brown Rice (Costco) Correct, 1/2 cup

    Lamb Fillet Raw, 153 gms (No it wasn't raw - it was grilled but wanted to add macros @ raw level)
  • Ashaleet
    Ashaleet Posts: 59
    My fiance is a tall skinny guy who can eat 3,000 cals a day and not gain an ounce, so I end up making him his own food. Leftovers for lunch are pretty much out of the question. He literally ate a 1600 calorie lunch yesterday. Yeah...no thanks. I usually bring two small lunches instead of a big one, keeps me occupied/full. Today I have a small turkey sandwich and a 260 cal lean quisine...butternut squash ravioli. I always pack a portion of milk for my coffee mixed with sugar free flavoring like white chocolate or vanilla. And I always pack a South Beach Diet 100 calorie smoothie, and I drink it RIGHT before I leave the office. Keeps me full and driving right past all my favorite drive thru junk food places.

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