Lunchtime can be challenging. Many people skip breakfast and that can cause terrible cravings that lead to bad choices. There is also the added hassle of making a portable lunch at home that you can eat at work. If you plan ahead, you can avoid the temptation of office goodies and nearby restaurants. The goal is to find a lunchtime meal that is healthy, balanced and one that works with the daily goals you’ve created for for weight loss (calorie counts, carb counts, etc).
Here are 15 tasty recipes that you can work into your clean eating meal plan. They are also low in carbs.
Immunity Boosting Green Chicken + Veggie Soup
This is a great, hearty soup with lots of veggies but only 11g of carbs per serving. You can have it for lunch or dinner. (via Clean and Delicious)
Thai Lettuce Wraps
Switching from sandwiches with bread to lettuce wraps is a quick way to drop carbs. These wraps are not only simple to make, but they are full of flavor. Replace the chile paste listed in the recipe with a different type to make it more budget friendly. (via Oxmoor House)
Cocoa Roast Beef & Garlicky Green Beans with Crispy Shallots
Make this recipe for dinner and save the leftovers for a great lunch. (via Clean Eating Magazine)
Chicken and Asparagus Lemon Stir Fry
If you love a good stir fry, this is the meal for you. Just 10 grams of carbs per serving. (via Skinny Taste)
10 Minute “No Chop” Low Carb Chili
Use a high quality beef to make this recipe clean or substitute ground chicken or turkey. (via ibreathehungry)
Tabbouleh with Chicken and Red Pepper
Bulgur is a tasty, nutritious substitute for brown rice that will leave you feeling full. Save money buy using leftover chicken breast or rotisserie chicken. (via Cooking Light)
Red Pepper and Parmesan Tilapia
Pair this recipe with steamed veggies for a great meal. (via Taste of Home)
No Mayo Tuna Salad in Romaine Cups
This is a simple take on traditional tuna salad with lots of flavor. 39.4 grams of protein per serving. (via BuzzFeed)
Butternut Squash Soup with Chipotle Cream
This soup is full of flavor, nutrients and some heat for those who like it spicy. A perfect lunch for a cold day. (via Food Network)
Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu
A great grilled take on a classic recipe. Pair with salad greens or grilled veggies. (via Food Network)
Layered Asian Salad
This salad is jam packed with crispy veggies and lots of nutrients. (via Diabetic Living Online)
Country-Style Beef & Green Pepper Soup
This soup makes for a great meal in a cup. Use frozen veggies where you can to make the recipe more budget conscious. (via Clean Eating Magazine)
Baja Pork Stir Fry
Lots of lean protein and veggies make this a clean and balanced meal. Only 7.4 grams of carbs per serving. (via Cooking Light)
Pesto Chicken Salad
With just a few staple ingredients you can create a delicious chicken salad. Serve with spinach (or other greens) and cherry tomatoes. (via Real Simple)
Garlic Thyme Squash Noodles
All you need is a spiral slicer for this recipe. You can mix it up by using various sauces on top of the noodles for variety. (via Peace, Love and Low Carb)
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