When it comes to packing our lunch for work, we never seem to have enough time. Believe it or not though, it is possible to make a delicious and healthy lunch in less than ten minutes. Here are five fast and easy (and delicious) lunch recipes that will save you time, money and calories.

Chicken Caesar pita

 

 

• Grilled chicken
• Chopped Romaine lettuce
• Low fat Caesar dressing
• Parmesan cheese
• Whole wheat pita

Think of this one as your traditional Caesar salad in a pita. First, cut up some grilled chicken. I suggest making grilled chicken for dinner the night before and using the leftovers for this recipe. Add chopped Romaine lettuce and mix in some low fat Caesar dressing. Grate Parmesan cheese over the mixture and pack into a whole wheat pita.

Mediterranean salad

 

 

• Mozzarella
• Cucumber
• Tomato
• Balsamic dressing
• Italian bread (optional)

Here’s a refreshing salad without the lettuce. Cut up some fresh mozzarella. Add sliced cucumber and tomato. Drizzle over some balsamic dressing and season to taste (salt, pepper, garlic, etc.). If you like, have some Italian bread on the side to dip in the dressing.

Veggie sandwich

 

 

• Multi grain Sandwich Thin
• Avocado
• Tomato
• Cucumber
• Roasted red pepper
• Provolone cheese (optional)
• Low fat chipotle mayo (optional)

This one is a perfect summertime sandwich that won’t leave you feeling stuffed. Slice avocado, tomato and cucumber. Layer sliced veggies and roasted red pepper onto a multi grain sandwich thin. Kick your sandwich up a notch with some provolone cheese and chipotle mayo.

Tuna wrap

 

• StarKist Flavor Fresh Pouch
• Onions
• Celery
• Light mayo
• Lettuce
• Whole wheat wrap
• Tomato (optional)

Let's face it, sandwiches can become monotonous. So why not enjoy a wrap instead? All you have to do for this recipe is mix some tuna with chopped onions and celery. I like using StarKist Flavor Fresh Pouches because you don’t have to deal with opening a can and it provides the perfect serving size of tuna. Stir in some light mayo, add lettuce and pack into a whole wheat wrap. Tomato slices are a great addition to this wrap.

Fruit and nut salad

 

 

• Baby greens
• Cucumber
• Apple slices
• Crasins
• Pecans
• Goat cheese
• Low fat raspberry vinaigrette

For those who like a sweet salad, this one is for you. Combine baby greens, cucumber, crasins and pecans. Add apple slices just before you eat your salad so they do not brown. Throw on a little goat cheese and top with low fat raspberry vinaigrette.

So there you have it, five quick and tasty lunches to make for work. Bon appetite!