And they’re healthy too!
Keep reading for two dozen ways to upgrade your boring lunch game!
The result is a mealtime salad that’s not to be relegated to the side.
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Cilantro and fresh lime juice add earthy, zesty notes, respectively.
Leftovers will also keep in the fridge for up to three days.
Hearty Black Bean Chili
Dont let chilis reputation as agame day foodfool you!
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Its a healthy, low-carb choice courtesy of ingredients such as black beans, corn, and quinoa.
For toppings, opt for ingredients like fresh cilantro, a spponful of sour cream, and jalapeno slices.
The broth is rich and flavorful thanks to extra-virgin olive oil and bold ground sumac.
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Everything is then slathered in a bright date dressing thats perfectly balanced.
Additionally, youll find warm ginger and a sprinkling of chopped almonds.
While you’re able to toast some bread for dunking, you really dont need it.
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Feel free to add healthy, flavorful toppings such as sliced avocado,hot sauce, and cilantro.
Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad
Victor Protasio
This sweet and savory salad is as fresh as it gets.
Enjoy this on its own for lunch, or pair it with grilled meats or fish for dinner.
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Antipasto Salad
This dish reimagines melon and prosciuttoa classic Italian comboas a salad.
To save time, keep some pre-cooked shrimp in the fridge.
Chickpea-Tuna Salad
Tuna saladis often loaded with mayonnaise, but not this version.
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This lighter take is vinegar-based, and uses marinated chickpeas to add flavor and texture to oil-packed tuna.
And thats not all!
Radicchio, red onion, kalamata olives, and capers bring the flavor.
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Serve on a bed of hearty lettuce for the perfect low-carb lunch.
This one packs a double whammy: It tastes delicious and there’s no need to cook.
Tossing the summer squash andzucchiniwith salt helps them soften and absorb every bit of flavor.
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Top with a chopped almond dressing for a light and flavorful finish to this healthy, low-carb dish.
Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
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Victor Protasio
Victor Protasio
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Greg DuPree
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