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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    Green Bean Salad

    60 reviews

    This cold green bean salad makes the perfect side dish, starring green beans, a simple vinaigrette and feta cheese.


    Turkey Cranberry Sandwich

    12 reviews

    This cranberry turkey sandwich isn't the usual half-hearted combination of leftovers. It's a delicious riff on the classic club sandwich,...


    Shrimp Egg Drop Soup

    7 reviews

    Shrimp egg drop soup has the delicate flavor and silky texture of the restaurant staple, with tender shrimp and soft...


    Tex-Mex Chili

    21 reviews

    Need to satisfy big, hearty appetites? Look no further than this Tex-Mex recipe with beef stew meat, plenty...


    Hearty Chipotle Chicken Soup

    49 reviews

    Sweet corn and cool sour cream help tame the smoky hot flavors of chipotle pepper in this well-balanced soup that's...


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    Baked Salmon Patties

    44 reviews

    Wholesome lunch and dinner entrees don't get much simpler than baked salmon patties. A quick mixture of canned salmon, bread...


    Cranberry-Sesame Spinach Salad

    6 reviews

    For a feast or any occasion, we love this snappy fall salad that balances sweet and sour with good crunch...


    Veggie Potato Soup

    17 reviews

    Chock-full of potatoes, this vegetarian potato soup is as filling as it is flavorful. Serve on cold winter nights with...

    Beet Salad with Orange-Walnut Dressing

    1 review

    Light and refreshing, this salad goes nicely with the heavier dishes of the season. Your family and friends will also...


    Lobster Roll Recipe

    7 reviews

    There is only one recipe that fully captures the flavors of the East Coast—and it is easy to make, too.


    Portobello Pizzas

    2 reviews

    If you are a mushroom lover, portobello pizza should be next up on your list of recipes to try. The...


    Quinoa Wilted Spinach Salad

    18 reviews

    Get all the nutritious benefits of quinoa, spinach and cranberries paired with the crunchy texture of nuts in this easy...


    Quinoa Turkey Chili

    26 reviews

    This heart-healthy turkey quinoa chili is not only tasty, it's a vitamin and protein powerhouse! —Sharon Giljum, San Diego, California


    Beef & Spinach Gyros

    11 reviews

    A gyro typically is made of meat, often lamb, roasted on a spit and served sandwich-style in folded pita bread....


    Herb & Cheese-Stuffed Burgers

    27 reviews

    Tired of the same old ground beef recipes? This quick-fix burger alternative, with its creamy cheese filling, will wake...


    Bacon-Blue Cheese Stuffed Burgers

    9 reviews

    These loaded burgers are one hearty meal in a bun. They're sure to satisfy the biggest appetites. —Christine Keating, Norwalk,...


    Chicken & Spinach Tortellini Soup

    22 reviews

    Shredded rotisserie chicken is complemented by fresh green spinach and cheese tortellini in this quick-to-fix soup. It makes a great...

    Tomato Tortellini Soup

    97 reviews

    Warm up with a bowl of creamy tomato tortellini soup. Made with store-bought cheese tortellini, vegetable broth, dairy and sun-dried...


    Open-Faced Texas Burgers

    7 reviews

    Served on Texas toast, this open-faced burger will be the talk of the table tonight! —Willie DeWaard, Coralville, Iowa


    Savory Root Vegetable Soup

    1 review

    Instead of the usual side dishes, consider serving a vegetable-laden soup at Thanksgiving or other holidays. Each spoonful will warm...


    Bart’s Black Bean Soup for Two

    This soup is made in minutes. We enjoy it with Herbed Dinner Rolls from an older issue of Simple &...


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    Bistro Mac & Cheese

    40 reviews

    I like to serve this mac & cheese with a salad and crusty bread. It's a satisfying meal that feels...


    Salad with Salmon

    10 reviews

    Hearty enough to be a meal on its own, this salmon salad combines richness and freshness for a lighter dish...

    Apple and Walnut Salad

    2 reviews

    This apple walnut salad is tangy, sweet and delicious. The simple salad greens are balanced with tart cranberries and Gorgonzola...


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    Honey-Barbecue Wings

    5 reviews

    These honey-barbecue wings will satisfy even the biggest game-day snacks enthusiast! The wings are fried until crisp, and the sweet-and-savory...


    Holiday Cranberry-Walnut Salad

    1 review

    A warm salad is a nice change of pace at holiday dinners. Port wine infuses cranberries with flavor, while balsamic...


    Southwest Chicken Salad

    20 reviews

    My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked...


    Fruited Tuna Salad Pitas

    11 reviews

    One bite, and you'll swear you're at a restaurant. This bistro-worthy recipe is simple to prepare, yet special enough for...


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    Broccoli Cranberry Salad

    63 reviews

    Elevate your side dish salad game with this recipe for broccoli cranberry salad. The combination of fresh broccoli florets, sweet...