Lunch

You need quick and easy lunch recipes for school, and healthy lunch recipes for work to make on busy weeks. Don’t miss recipes for lunch at home, too!

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    Citrus Vinaigrette

    4 reviews

    Bright, sweet and a little bit tangy, citrus vinaigrette is an excellent choice for salads of all stripes.


    Artichoke Caprese Platter

    5 reviews

    I dressed up the classic Italian trio of mozzarella, tomatoes and basil with marinated artichokes. It looks so yummy on...


    Strawberry Vinaigrette

    21 reviews

    This superb strawberry vinaigrette is the perfect blend of summer sweetness and tantalizing tanginess.


    Winter Beet Salad

    1 review

    To save a little time on this sweet and savory beet salad, we recommend using packaged salad greens in this...


    Grilled Seasoned Bratwurst

    5 reviews

    Whether you're hosting a picnic at home or at a park, cook these bratwurst on the stovetop first. Then you...


    Shrimp Gazpacho

    7 reviews

    Bookmark this cool shrimp gazpacho soup recipe to make on the hottest summer day. It's a jazzy take on the...


    Orange Chicken Spinach Salad

    1 review

    For a salad with refreshing color and crunch, we toss chicken and spinach with mandarin oranges and red onion, then...


    Zesty Calzone

    7 reviews

    This family-friendly calzone is great when you need a quick weekend lunch, but it’s also perfect when you’re watching the...

    White Chili for 2

    2 reviews

    This chili for two goes over especially well on a cool night. We're racing fans, and I'm frequently asked to...


    Spice Mix for Chili

    1 review

    This spice mix comes from my mother's chili recipe, which is fantastic. It'll make a great gift for the hearty...


    Moo Shu Sloppy Joes

    7 reviews

    Asian-style sloppy joes made with hoisin sauce, barbecue sauce and coleslaw mix are a nice change from the ordinary! —Mike...


    Corn Dog Twists

    5 reviews

    Kids will have as much fun making as they will eating these cute twists on hot dogs and buns! Set...


    Shredded Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

    8 reviews

    Serve these mouthwatering sandwiches with coleslaw on the side or right on the sandwich. You can freeze any leftover meat...


    Focaccia Sandwiches

    1 review

    Focaccia sandwiches stacked with meats, cheeses and a flavorful spread bring color and texture to any lunch, picnic or backyard...


    Spinach Po’Boy

    15 reviews

    I like to make this warm and cheesy sandwich for a simple dinner, served with fresh fruit on the side....


    Chicken Salad Panini

    4 reviews

    Grilled indoors, this delightful sandwich can be enjoyed any time of year. “The honey-mustard dressing gives the chicken plenty of...


    Savory Bean & Tomato Salad

    Garlic and blue cheese in the dressing really perk up green beans and tomatoes. Carol Gano sends this recipe from...

    Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad

    1 review

    Cubed tuna steak dresses up this hearty, Greek-style pasta salad. The mild tuna flavor blends nicely with the olives, feta...


    Grilled Bean Burgers

    16 reviews

    These juicy veggie patties have major flavor with cumin, garlic and a little chili powder. They hold their own against...


    Blueberry Cantaloupe Salad

    1 review

    The simple citrus and poppy seed dressing in this fruit medley really dresses up the refreshing mix of berries and...


    Almond Strawberry Salad

    11 reviews

    It's easy to love this pretty salad topped with strawberries and sliced almonds. With just a few ingredients, it's loaded...


    Creepy-Crawly Pasta Salad

    1 review

    A sweet-and-sour dressing tops off this easy pasta salad that's actually good for you! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Buttermilk Dressing

    11 reviews

    This restaurant-style buttermilk dressing is similar to a classic ranch and dresses up basic green salads, pasta salads and potato...

    Tangy Watermelon Salad

    13 reviews

    The refreshing blend of watermelon, red onions and a splash of citrus always does me proud at picnics and potlucks....


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    Turkey Burgers

    5 reviews

    Guess what: Turkey burgers don't have to be dry! Here's the secret to making juicy grilled turkey burgers, including a...


    Fruited Turkey Wraps

    3 reviews

    This colorful wrap tastes great and is so good for you. It's packed with lean protein, fruit and veggies and...


    Turkey Lunch-Box Wraps

    4 reviews

    These wraps taste wonderful cold or warmed in the microwave. They make a great brown-bag treat. —Denise Marshall, Jacksonville, Florida


    Black Bean Burgers

    2 reviews

    My son encouraged me to come up with a good veggie burger for him, and he gave this recipe a...


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    Ham ‘n’ Cheese Spiders

    6 reviews

    These creepy sandwiches are sure to scare up some fun at Halloween time! Kids really enjoy eating the spider-shaped sandwiches....