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Lunch time calls for these popular sandwich recipes! Whether you’re in the mood for a refreshing veggie-packed sandwich or a hot sandwich that’s full of protein, there are so many delicious options to choose from. Try flavorful recipes like our  Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwich and our Chicken Pesto Panini and you’ll see why they’re some of our most popular picks.

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Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwich

This sandwich takes classic tuna salad and adds a creamy twist with ripe avocado for a fresh, buttery flavor and texture. It’s the ideal upgrade to your usual tuna salad, and it’s sure to become your new favorite lunchtime sandwich for work or home.

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Avocado-Egg Toast

A slice of toasted whole-grain bread topped with avocado is good, but when you add a protein-rich egg, it’s even better. It’s a delicious, quick meal that you can enjoy anytime!

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Chicken Pesto Panini

In this chicken pesto panini, the extra-thin bread gets nice and crispy, the mozzarella melts beautifully and the arugula adds a fresh and peppery note to complement the pesto. It's a delicious and easy panini to throw together!

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Chopped Italian Sandwiches

This mouthwatering chopped Italian sandwich is assembled using a method where all the ingredients are arranged in a single layer, finely chopped together and then layered onto the bread. Feel free to add additional Italian antipasto ingredients like canned artichokes, olives, sun-dried tomatoes or roasted bell peppers for an extra flavorful twist.

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Loaded Cucumber & Avocado Sandwich

This loaded cucumber-and-avocado sandwich is filled with creamy avocado and crispy cucumbers. Ricotta cheese mixed with extra-sharp Cheddar adds flavor while sliced red peppers offer a splash of color.

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Chicken Shawarma with Yogurt Sauce

The key to cooking juicy chicken without a spit in this healthy recipe is high heat and dark meat. The yogurt in the marinade gives the chicken both its tender texture and its alluring char. More yogurt in the sauce, along with crunchy cucumbers and herbs, keeps the flavors bright.

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Cucumber & Tomato Sandwich

This herby cucumber and tomato sandwich is crisp and refreshing, making the most out of summer’s produce bounty. Chives add a delicate onion flavor to the cream cheese, but dill or basil can be used in their place.

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Avocado, Tomato & Chicken Sandwich

Pack this sandwich for lunch to get you through the rest of your day with energy to spare. Healthy-fat-filled avocado gets mashed into a creamy, silky spread that is schmeared onto toasty nutty multigrain bread. Protein-rich chicken is layered with juicy antioxidant-rich tomato to make one satisfying sandwich.

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10-Minute Tuna Melt

Mayo is brushed on the outside of the sandwich in place of butter to make the sandwich golden and crispy as it heats in a skillet. Plain Greek yogurt takes mayo's place in the salad—along with crunchy celery, roasted red bell peppers and scallions—for a satisfying lunch with less saturated fat.

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Baked Falafel Sandwiches

This street-style falafel sandwich is herbaceous, tangy and rich. The falafel gets nice and crispy in the oven while the veggies inside keep it simple and fresh. Make the tahini sauce ahead of time for easy prep. Wrapping the sandwich in foil makes it a perfect bring-along lunch and helps hold it together for eating on the go.

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Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto Sandwich

This sandwich takes the classic ham-and-cheese sandwich to a new level with savory prosciutto and fresh, creamy mozzarella. The toasted bread adds a nice crispiness that complements the softness of the fillings. If you want to enhance the basil flavor even more, a smear of pesto on the toasted bread will do the trick.

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Chicken & Cucumber Pita Sandwiches with Yogurt Sauce

Cucumbers do double duty in this healthy Greek-inspired chicken pita recipe—they're grated to lend a refreshing flavor to the quick cucumber-yogurt sauce and sliced to provide cool crunch tucked into the pita. Serve these sandwiches for a healthy dinner or light lunch.

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Chicken & Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

We love the crunch from sliced cucumber and jicama in these savory chicken lettuce wraps. Serve with the simple peanut sauce for an easy dinner recipe that will impress kids and adults alike.

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Avocado Toast with Burrata

Burrata (cream-filled fresh mozzarella cheese) takes this avocado toast recipe to the next level for a weekday-friendly breakfast.

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Tuna Salad Sandwich with Sweet Relish

If you're tired of the same old tuna sandwich, allow us to show you how to spiff it up. Omega-3-rich tuna meets creamy mayo that's been studded with sweet pickle relish and crunchy antioxidant-filled celery. This is sandwiched between fiber-filled whole-wheat bread and mild green-leaf lettuce.

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Vegetarian Italian Hoagies

Traditional Italian subs feature meat, but this delightfully easy sandwich packs a punch with artichoke hearts, red onion and zesty pepperoncini instead. We love it for dinner as well as lunch. If you're packing the hoagies to take along, keep the ingredients separate and assemble right before eating to avoid soggy bread.

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White Bean & Avocado Toast

Mashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.

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These quick and easy lunch ideas can be enjoyed any day of the week. From salads and lettuce wraps to sandwiches and soups, these meals are speedy to prep and pack for wherever your day takes you. Plus, each dish is made with delicious and flavorful ingredients like beans, beets and fish, which can help support better cognitive function. Recipes like our High-Protein White Bean Salad with Feta & Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette and our Roasted Sweet Potato & Beet Sandwiches are healthy and tasty choices for a midday meal.

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High-Protein White Bean Salad with Feta & Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette

White beans provide plant-based protein while also adding fiber to keep you full. Creamy feta cheese provides a tangy, salty contrast to the bright vinaigrette. Tossed with fresh herbs and toasted walnuts, this salad is perfect for a light lunch.

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Roasted Sweet Potato & Beet Sandwiches

These hearty sandwiches are piled high with veggies—including earthy roasted beets and sweet potatoes, lemony arugula and quick-pickled onions—for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

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Crispy Salmon Rice Bowl

Tender pieces of salmon get a sweet and crispy coating thanks to sweet and savory teriyaki glaze in this salmon rice bowl. We love crunchy cucumber and creamy avocado as toppings, but feel free to add whatever toppings you like best for your own spin on this easy meal.

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Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps

These lettuce wraps are filled with a tasty tuna salad, which provides plenty of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. These wraps are packed with chopped apple, onion and celery to provide a welcome crunch.

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Beet & White Bean Sandwiches

These sandwiches have a vibrant, creamy filling. Pickling the beets in rice vinegar and thyme leads to a tangy, herb-infused flavor. Combining the beets and beans with alfalfa sprouts, red onion and your favorite bread, these sandwiches are a satisfying plant-based lunch.

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Sweet Potato–Black Bean Tostadas

These tostadas pack in plenty of plant-based protein, combining hearty black beans and nutrient-packed sweet potatoes for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Along with the protein, you’ll also get a boost of gut-healthy fiber and plenty of anti-inflammatory vitamins and minerals from the sweet potatoes.

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Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwich

This sandwich takes classic tuna salad and adds a creamy twist with ripe avocado for a fresh, buttery flavor and texture. It’s the ideal upgrade to your usual tuna salad, and it’s sure to become your new favorite lunchtime sandwich for work or home.

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Anti-Inflammatory Farro & White Bean Salad

This colorful salad layers together farro, bell pepper, beets and arugula, all of which offer fiber and antioxidants that can help lower inflammation in your body. White beans add some plant-based protein to help you stay satisfied throughout the afternoon.

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High-Protein Tuna & White Bean Melt

This ultra-quick tuna melt with white beans is a protein-packed sandwich that’s perfect for a fast and satisfying lunch or dinner. The beans add creaminess and fiber, while the tuna provides lean protein and omega-3s, making this dish as nutritious as it is flavorful. 

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Salmon Salad with Crispy White Beans

This anti-inflammatory salmon salad with crispy white beans is a delicious meal that delivers big on flavor. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, while the beans provide a nice texture and are a great source of fiber. A quick soy-sesame-ginger dressing completes this salad, perfect for lunch or dinner.

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No-Cook White Bean & Spinach Caprese Salad

This easy white bean and spinach caprese salad features the classic combination of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil and tangy balsamic vinegar, but adds tender white beans and fresh baby spinach to the mix.

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Salmon-Stuffed Avocados

Canned salmon is a valuable pantry staple and a practical way to include heart-healthy, omega-3-rich fish in your diet. Here, we use Greek-style yogurt to turn it into a salmon salad that we use to fill avocados. It’s an easy no-cook meal.

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Eat-the-Rainbow Vegetable Soup

This vibrant and wholesome soup helps support your well-being. It’s packed with a variety of colorful vegetables, like tomatoes, which contain lycopene, a phytochemical that may help reduce inflammation.. 

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Kale & Chickpea Grain Bowls

This veggie-heavy bowl is loaded with crunch and color, thanks to crispy carrots and chickpeas, fresh kale and a vibrant avocado dressing. Bulgur, also called cracked wheat, is a quick-cooking whole grain that works well here.

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Salmon & Quinoa Bowls with Green Beans, Olives & Feta

This flavorful and easy salmon quinoa bowl is a meal that keeps on giving. Pack up any leftovers for a next-day lunch, or make the entire recipe ahead and pack it into individual serving containers for ready-to-go meals.

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Spinach & Mushroom Quiche

This healthy vegetarian quiche is as simple as it gets. It's a quiche without the fussy crust! It's filled with sweet wild mushrooms and savory Gruyère cheese. Enjoy it with a light salad for lunch.

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Avocado Tuna Spinach Salad

Avocado adds creaminess while sunflower seeds provide texture and crunch in this easy tuna-spinach salad.

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Salmon Salad–Stuffed Avocado

Good-quality canned salmon is high in protein and brain-loving omega-3 fatty acids. Mix it with pesto-spiked yogurt and pile it old-school style into a halved avocado for a quick healthy lunch.

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Tuna, White Bean & Dill Salad

Take canned tuna to new heights by adding creamy cannellini beans, fresh dill and a tangy Dijon dressing.

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Salmon Couscous Salad

This healthy and easy salad is designed to be made with precooked or leftover salmon. To quickly cook salmon, lightly brush with olive oil, then roast in a 450 degrees F oven until the fish is opaque and firm, 8 to 12 minutes.

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Mother’s Day is right around the corner and if you’re looking for brunch inspiration, these brunch recipes are a great place to start! Celebrate all the mother figures in your life with a delicious spread, including savory quiches, fruit-packed muffins and refreshing beverages. With options like our Spinach, Feta & Egg-Stuffed Peppers and our High-Protein Raspberry-Lemon Ricotta Bread, you’re sure to make Mom feel loved and cherished on this special day.

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Cacio e Pepe Quiche

This cheesy quiche is a protein-packed twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. Tender cauliflower, combined with a creamy custard and nutty cheese, has the same bold black pepper and salty Pecorino flavor as the original dish.

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Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal

This baked oatmeal gets natural sweetness from banana and dates with bursts of juicy blueberries and a nutty crunch from walnuts. This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep or sharing at brunch, offering a nutritious start to your day. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt.

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Spinach, Feta & Egg-Stuffed Peppers

Bake eggs directly in a pepper for a gorgeous breakfast dish that all will enjoy. Use any colored bell pepper, just be sure to remove the seeds. Pair these stuffed peppers with your favorite fruit for a satisfying breakfast.

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High-Protein Raspberry-Lemon Ricotta Bread

This raspberry-lemon ricotta bread is packed with protein from creamy ricotta cheese, which also helps keep this fruity quick bread moist and tender. It’s also light on sugar, making it an excellent choice for a balanced breakfast or afternoon snack.

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No-Added-Sugar Peach Iced Tea

This refreshing tea gets a subtle hint of sweetness and fruity peach flavor from muddled peaches and fresh mint leaves. If you can’t find fresh peaches, thawed frozen peaches will work too, with a slightly more subtle flavor.

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Passion Fruit Oatmeal Cakes

These fiber-packed oatmeal cakes are bursting with tropical passion fruit flavor—a delightful balance of tangy, sweet and slightly floral notes that will instantly brighten your morning.

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Carrot Cake Smoothie

With a mix of carrot juice, banana, warm spices like cinnamon and ginger and a hint of vanilla, this smoothie captures all the cozy flavors of carrot cake in a glass.

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Raspberry-Lemon Muffins

Whole-wheat flour gives these muffins a boost of gut-healthy fiber, and they’ve got the perfect blend of crumb topping and tart fruit. Be sure to enjoy while they’re still warm.

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Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwich

This sandwich takes classic tuna salad and adds a creamy twist with ripe avocado for a fresh, buttery flavor and texture. It’s the ideal upgrade to your usual tuna salad, and it’s sure to become your new favorite lunchtime sandwich for work or home.

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Watermelon-Lime Mocktail

This gut-healthy mocktail is the perfect sipper, featuring refreshing watermelon and probiotic kombucha to support healthy digestion. It has a subtle kick of spice thanks to the jalapeño but if you want to tame the heat, you can leave it out.

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No-Bake Breakfast Cookies

Packed with oats, almond butter, chia seeds and dried blueberries, these cookies offer a hefty dose of fiber to keep you feeling full, as well as healthy fats and plant-based protein for lasting energy.

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Loaded Breakfast Baked Potato

These loaded breakfast baked potatoes are the ultimate comfort food worth waking up for. They take the best parts of a classic loaded baked potato—crispy skin, fluffy insides, melty cheese and smoky bacon—and make them breakfast-ready with a perfectly fried egg on top.

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Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry Caprese Salad

This caprese salad is a fruity twist on the classic Italian dish, with juicy, ripe strawberries standing in for tomatoes. The sweet-tart flavor of strawberries pairs beautifully with fresh mozzarella, basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

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Apple Ricotta Pancakes

These healthy apple pancakes puff to perfection, thanks to the right combination of ingredients. Ricotta cheese adds moisture and a bit of buttermilk adds a nice tang.

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Watermelon Mint Mocktail

Hydrating watermelon juice is infused with fresh mint and gets an effervescent sparkle from mineral-rich club soda. Serve with ice and sit back and chill.

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Carrot Cake-Inspired Loaf Bread

Protein in this carrot cake–inspired loaf comes from cashew butter and Greek-style yogurt, which also helps keep it moist and tender. Carrots, nuts and raisins provide texture and flavor, while applesauce adds a subtle sweetness.

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Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal

This baked oatmeal combines oats, shredded carrots, apples, nuts and spices, all baked into a warm, comforting dish. Packed with fiber from the oats, fruits and vegetables, it makes a filling start to your day, keeping you satisfied until your next meal.

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Mushroom-Ricotta Tartines

Here, we slather a thick slice of good crusty whole-wheat bread with a creamy pesto-ricotta spread and top it with golden-brown sautéed mushrooms. Enjoy it as is or take it to the next level by adding a poached or fried egg on top.

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Raspberry-Spinach Salad with Avocado & Walnuts

This salad includes juicy raspberries, creamy avocado and crunchy walnuts, which create a delightful mix of colors and flavor. The bright, citrusy dressing sets this salad apart and complements the richness of the avocado and the walnuts.

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Cucumber Sandwich with Cotija & Lime

This easy vegetarian sandwich draws flavor inspiration from elote, the Mexican street corn dish. Instead of corn, we flavor cucumber slices with cotija cheese, lime and cilantro for a tasty filling.

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Nonalcoholic Strawberry Margaritas

A frozen virgin strawberry margarita is a refreshing way to cool down on warm days. This margarita mocktail, which calls for only five ingredients, uses a bit of agave nectar to blunt the tartness of lime juice and fresh strawberries.

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Broccoli, White Bean & Cheese Quiche

This quiche skips the crust but keeps all the savory goodness in the filling, featuring protein-packed white beans and savory roasted broccoli. It’s light yet satisfying and simple enough to whip up on a busy evening.

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Creamy Raspberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie

Chia seeds add a healthy dose of fiber to keep you full and satisfied. The natural sweetness of frozen peaches combined with dates and the tangy brightness of raspberries make every sip refreshing and satisfying.

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5-Ingredient Brie and Blackberry Jam Grilled Cheese

This irresistible sandwich pairs creamy Brie cheese with a sweet-and-savory blackberry jam spread for the perfect ultra-quick lunch.

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No-Added-Sugar Sangria Mocktail

This sangria mocktail is a refreshing drink that highlights the fruity flavors of traditional sangria without added sugars or alcohol. Fruit adds plenty of natural sweetness that’s bolstered by a combination of pomegranate and orange juice.

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Lemon-Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

These lemon-blueberry oatmeal muffins are an energizing breakfast that’s perfectly balanced with bright citrus and sweet blueberry flavors. Whole-wheat flour gives these easy muffins an extra boost of fiber.

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Tomato & Burrata Sandwich

This easy sandwich is a harmony of flavors that you can toss together for a quick lunch. Fresh heirloom tomato pairs well with the slightly salty, creamy burrata and tangy balsamic vinegar.

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