Choosing the right packable lunch for work can be tricky. You want something that will travel easily, store well, and still be tasty by the time lunch rolls around. And depending on your workplace, you might not always have access to lunchtime amenities beyond a fridge — like a kitchen setup or even a microwave. So we rounded up 16 delicious lunch ideas that are delicious on their own, no heating (or reheating) required.
1. Pesto Pasta With Grilled Chicken
The perfect pasta salad to enjoy at your desk – because sometimes lettuce-based salads simply aren’t enough. Get the recipe.
2. Chicken Caesar Wraps
Pro tip: Place the lettuce down first to make sure the sauce doesn’t make the wrap soggy. Get the recipe.
3. Energy-Boosting Buddha Bowl
The perfect bowl for those work days that feel like they’ll never end. Get the recipe.
4. Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps
Sweet chili sauce can be found in the international section of most grocery stores and gives this wrap a sweet and spicy flavor. Get the recipe.
5. Greek Chickpea Wraps
The perfect veggie-packed lunch that’ll help you make it through the day. Get the recipe.
6. Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Just think of this salad as the heartier version of the Greek salad you know and love — perfect for when you’re craving veggies and carbs. Get the recipe.
7. Spicy Peanut Chicken Soba Noodle Salad
Jalapeños give the peanut dressing a bit of heat, but feel free to leave it out if spicy food isn’t your thing. Get the recipe.
8. Italian Chicken Salad Sandwiches
To make sure your sandwich doesn’t get soggy, pack the bread and filling separately and just assemble when it’s time to eat. Get the recipe.
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