9 meal prep lunches that will give you energy for the rest of your workday
Though most people tout breakfast as the most important meal of the day, we actually think that honor belongs to lunch. After all, your mid-day meal has the responsibility of powering you through most of the day until dinner, which is no easy feat. So if you’re looking for delicious meals you can prep on Sunday and enjoy for lunch Monday through Friday, we’ve got you.
These super easy meal prep recipes are designed to fill you up and give you all the nutrients you need to make the most of your workday — so much easier said than done, if we’re being honest.
These healthy, non-boring lunches will revolutionize your lunch game, and if you take some time on the weekend to meal prep for the week, you’ll be rewarded with insanely delicious lunches all week long.
Your coworkers will be truly jealous when they see what noms you’re packin’ each day.
1. Chicken Tikka Masala Bowls
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With a mere 30-minute prep time, you can enjoy your favorite Indian staple for lunch all week long thanks to this recipe from Damn Delicious. Aside from being flavorful and delicious, chicken and rice is a great source of fiber and protein, which you’ll need to get through that late afternoon budget meeting without dozing off.
2. Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatball Bowls
We’re officially saying “girl bye” to the sad desk lunch, because these honey sriracha glazed meatball bowls from Meal Prep on Fleek kick that sorry trope right to the curb. In less than 30 minutes, you can enjoy spicy meatballs for all meals, and you’ll definitely be tossing those takeout menus in the trash ASAP.
3. Grilled Steak and Veggie Kebabs
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If you’re sorely missing summer, you’ll definitely want to try these grilled steak and veggie kebabs from Meal Prep Mondays, which are as simple as chopping up some veggies, throwing ’em on the grill with some steak, adding your sauces and seasonings of choice, and boom! You’ve got a lunch worthy of a family barbecue (even if you are still stuck at your desk).
4. Vegan Chipotle Burrito Bowls
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If you’re vegan or vegetarian and you’ve possibly felt that these meal prep lunches have been a little, well, meaty so far. Fear not: These Chipotle-inspired burrito bowls from Choosing Chia are vegan-friendly and gluten-free, so they’re loaded in plant-based protein and fiber to keep you satisfied well past happy hour. You’ll start by baking sweet potatoes and cooking brown rice, then combine it all with black beans, avocado, and veggies like onion and red pepper. Say goodbye to those 3 p.m. hanger pains for good.
