#quicklunchideas

Grain Bowl with Sautéed Spinach

Sautéed spinach wilts down to almost nothing, then fills half the bowl with tender greens that taste deeply savory. Pile it over warm grains with avocado and you have a meal that works for lunch or dinner.

This easy hummus and avocado sandwich is a delicious and nutritious meal option. Packed with creamy avocado, protein-rich hummus, and fresh vegetables, it's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients: 6 slices whole wheat bread. 1 ripe avocado, mashed. 1/2 cup hummus. 1 medium tomato, sliced. 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced. 1 cup baby spinach leaves.

Instructions: Toast the whole wheat bread until it turns golden brown. On three pieces of bread, spread mashed avocado out evenly. On the last three slices of bread, spread hummus out evenly. On top of the avocado-covered bread slices, arrange slices of tomato, red onion, and baby spinach. Put a piece of bread covered in hummus on top of each sandwich. Cut each sandwich in half across the middle and serve right away.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This refreshing mango salad is bursting with sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. It's perfect as a side dish or light lunch.

Ingredients: 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced. 1 red bell pepper, diced. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/4 cup fresh lime juice. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large bowl, combine diced mangoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

For a quick and easy lunch or a picnic, these Chicken Hummus Wraps are great. They're tasty and filling because they're full of protein, fiber, and flavor.

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded. 1 cup hummus. 4 large tortillas. 1 cup lettuce, shredded. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced. 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Spread a quarter of the hummus onto each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges. Divide the shredded chicken evenly among the tortillas, placing it on top of the hummus. Top each tortilla with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion slices, and crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Roll up the tortillas tightly, tucking in the sides as you go. Slice each wrap in half diagonally and serve immediately, or wrap tightly in plastic wrap for a picnic.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes