Easy and Tasty Pasta Dishes That You Can Whip Up in a Flash

Lunch is one of the most important meals of the day, so it’s important to make sure it’s healthy and delicious. These lunch recipes are all easy to make and packed with nutrients, making them the perfect way to fuel your afternoon.

Green Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

These sandwiches are packed with protein and fibre, making them a great option for a healthy lunch. The chickpeas are mashed with avocado, herbs, and spices and then spread on whole-wheat bread. Top with your favourite vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and sprouts, and enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices whole-wheat bread
• Your favourite vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and sprouts

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with the avocado, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread the chickpea mixture on the bread slices.
3. Top with your favourite vegetables and enjoy.

Mexican Chilli Bean Soup

This soup is hearty and flavorful, making it a great option for a cold winter day. The beans are cooked with tomatoes, chilli powder, and cumin and then topped with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chilli powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounces) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (14.5 ounces) can of diced tomatoes, undrained
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 avocado, mashed
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
2. Add the chilli powder, cumin, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Add the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken or vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro. Enjoy.

Turkey and Clementine Lunch Bowl

This lunch bowl is packed with protein, fibre, and vitamins, making it a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal. The turkey is roasted with clementines and rosemary and then served over a bed of quinoa with roasted vegetables and avocado.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 clementine, zested and juiced
• 1 sprig of rosemary, chopped
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups roasted vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, and Brussels sprouts
• 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Form the turkey mixture into meatballs.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
6. Add the clementine zest juice and rosemary to the skillet and cook for 1 minute more.
7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
8. While the meatballs are baking, cook the quinoa according to package directions.
9. To assemble the bowls, divide the quinoa among 4 bowls. Top with the roasted vegetables, meatballs, and avocado. Enjoy.

Pumpkin and Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cut into cubes
• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream, optional

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened about 5 minutes. 3. Add the pumpkin, cauliflower, salt, and pepper to the pot. Toss to coat.
3. Transfer the vegetables to a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
4. Transfer the roasted vegetables to the pot and add the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Remove the soup from the heat and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or food processor.
6. If desired, stir in the heavy cream and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot and enjoy.

Korean Veggie Pancake

This pancake is packed with vegetables and flavour, making it a great option for a vegetarian or vegan lunch. The pancake is made with a batter of flour, water, and eggs and then filled with your favourite vegetables, such as carrots, zucchini, and mushrooms.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup water
• 1 egg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup vegetables, thinly sliced, such as carrots, zucchini, and mushrooms

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Pour the batter into the skillet and spread evenly.
4. Top the batter with the vegetables.
5. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the bottom of the pancake is golden brown.
6. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the other side is golden brown.
7. Serve hot and enjoy.

Curried Kabocha Squash

This dish is flavorful and easy to make, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. The kabocha squash is roasted with curry powder, turmeric, and ginger and then served with rice and your favourite vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound kabocha squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cooked rice
• Your favourite vegetables, such as roasted broccoli or cauliflower

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Toss the kabocha squash, olive oil, curry powder, turmeric, ginger, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
3. Spread the kabocha squash on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
4. Serve the kabocha squash over rice with your favourite vegetables. Enjoy.

Orange Wild Mushrooms Lovage and Fried Eggs

This dish is hearty and flavorful, making it a great option for a brunch or lunch meal. The wild mushrooms are cooked with orange zest and juice, lovage, and eggs and then served on toast.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound wild mushrooms, sliced
• 1/4 cup orange zest
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon lovage, chopped
• 4 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices of toast

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the wild mushrooms and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
3. Add the orange zest, orange juice, and lovage to the skillet and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Crack the eggs into the skillet and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cook the eggs to your desired doneness.
6. Serve the eggs on toast, and enjoy.

Chicken Hummus Wrap

This wrap is packed with protein and flavour, making it a great option for a quick and easy lunch. The chicken is grilled or cooked in a skillet and then served with hummus, vegetables, and your favourite sauce in a tortilla.

Ingredients:

• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup hummus
• 1/4 cup chopped romaine lettuce
• 1/4 cup chopped tomato
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon of your favorite sauce, such as ranch dressing or hot sauce
• 1 (10-inch) flour tortilla

Instructions:

1. Grill or cook the chicken breast in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
2. Let the chicken cool slightly, then slice or shred it.
3. Spread the hummus on the tortilla.
4. Top with the chicken, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and your favourite sauce.
5. Roll up the tortilla tightly and enjoy.

These are just a few ideas for healthy and delicious lunch recipes. With so many options to choose from, you’re sure to find something that you’ll love.