Transform Your Midday Meals With These 22 Savory Desk Lunch Recipes

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Transform Your Midday Meals With These 22 Savory Desk Lunch Recipes

Do you find yourself reaching for the same sad sandwich day after day? We’ve compiled a list of 22 savory desk lunch recipes to transform your midday meals. From soups and salads to wraps and bowls, these recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and inspire you to embark on a culinary journey. So don’t settle for a lackluster lunch, explore these delicious options and delight in the fusion of flavors.

Lemon Pepper Pasta with Asparagus

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This lemon pepper pasta is a simple yet delicious dish that can be made in just 15 minutes with only 5 ingredients. The addition of asparagus makes it a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Recipe: lemon pepper pasta

Breakfast Enchiladas

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If you’re in the mood for a Mexican-inspired morning, our breakfast enchiladas will get your day rolling. These enchiladas are a super easy, protein-packed dish with tofu, vegan sausages, and other delicious ingredients you probably already have or can easily grab from your kitchen!

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Recipe: breakfast enchiladas

Spicy Miso Soba Noodles

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If you are looking for the most delicious miso noodles recipe, this spicy tahini miso sauce will surely deliver. It is not only delicious, but it is also an easy, no-cook sauce that you can mix within 5 minutes. Soba noodles are the perfect candidate to elevate these flavors.

Recipe: miso soba noodles

Samosa Rolls

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These rice paper samosas are a healthier twist on the classic fried samosas, filled with a spicy and flavorful potato and pea mixture, and wrapped in a crispy rice paper wrapper. They are easy to make and sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

Recipe: samosas

Rice Paper Dumplings

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These crispy rice paper dumplings are a delicious alternative to traditional dumplings. With a filling of marinated king oyster mushrooms, vegetables, and mung bean sprouts, they are bursting with flavor and texture.

Recipe: rice paper dumplings

Philly Cheesesteak

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To make the best vegetarian Philly cheesesteak you should pan-fry shredded oyster mushrooms (not cut, but torn apart). They will have the perfect beefy texture and taste. Fill your hoagie roll with a generous amount of mushroom cheesesteak and vegan cheese.

Recipe: Philly cheesesteak

Thai Green Curry Fried Rice

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This Thai green curry fried rice is a mouth-watering and flavorful dish that makes great use of leftover rice. With a perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and citrusy flavors, it’s an easy-to-make and delicious vegan recipe that can be ready in just 30 minutes.

Recipe: green curry fried rice

Quinoa Salad with Berries and Nuts

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This refreshing berry and nuts quinoa salad is a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. Packed with protein from quinoa and nuts, and topped with fresh summer berries, it’s a delicious and nutritious dish for any occasion.

Recipe: quinoa salad

Pineapple Fried Rice

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This easy pineapple fried rice lets you turn leftover rice into a delicious meal by adding scrambled tofu, sweet pineapples, tomatoes, and green peas seasoned with a mild green curry. If you have 30 minutes, skip ordering take-out and make this protein-packed meal.

Recipe: thai pineapple fried rice

Copycat IKEA Veggie Balls

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If you don’t have an Ikea nearby, try our copycat Ikea veggie balls recipe. We added eight different vegetables, the same as in the original, with a tasty mix of spices and herbs to get the flavors just right.

Recipe: ikea veggie balls

The Best Falafel Sandwich

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Fresh lettuce leaves, sweet and tangy tahini sauce, and crispy falafel in pita bread are how to make the best falafel sandwich. We show you how easy it is to make this popular Middle Eastern vegetarian street food from scratch and from the comfort of your home.

Recipe: falafel sandwich

Baked Butternut Squash Risotto

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If you want to give the risotto a try, you should check out this delicious butternut squash risotto recipe. It is easy to make as part of the job is done by the oven. It is aromatic, creamy, and rich, made with Arborio rice, sweet butternut squash, green peas, and roasted pine nuts.

Recipe: butternut squash risotto

Hummus Quesadillas

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These hummus quesadillas are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic Mexican dish. Packed with flavorful veggies and beans, and bound together with creamy hummus instead of cheese, these quesadillas are a satisfying meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Recipe: hummus quesadillas

Thai Glass Noodle Salad – Yum Woon Sen

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Indulge in the flavors of Thailand with this refreshing and easy-to-make Yum Woon Sen salad recipe. Loaded with tangy tomatoes, crunchy celery, and roasted peanuts, and tossed with a zesty salad dressing, this dish is perfect for a light summer meal or as a side dish for your next barbecue.

Recipe: Yum Woon Sen

Quick Broccoli Lentil Stir Fry

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This lentil stir-fry recipe is the perfect solution for a quick, easy and healthy meal. With tender lentils, crunchy broccoli florets, and sweet corn, it comes together in just 20 minutes, and is served with flavorful turmeric rice.

Recipe: broccoli lentil stir fry

Egg Salad

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This egg salad sandwich is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional egg salad, made with tofu and cashews for a creamy and protein-packed filling. The recipe is made with whole foods, without any processed ingredients or high-fat mayo, making it a nutritious and satisfying brunch option.

Recipe: egg salad

Chipotle Veggie Burrito

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This veggie burrito recipe is a Chipotle lover’s dream, with nine different ingredients including cilantro lime rice, fajita veggies, and the famous Sofritas tofu crumbles. Easy to make at home, this burrito is sure to satisfy your cravings for a flavorful and filling meal.

Recipe: chipotle veggie burrito

Ramen Spring Rolls

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Rolled and ready in just under 30 minutes, these ramen spring rolls are sure to be a scrumptious addition to your next dinner party. Serve it up as an appetizer or snack and let your guests enjoy the savory flavors of bok choy, scallion, and wood ear mushroom, cooked in a spicy blend of sriracha and soy sauce!

Recipe: ramen spring rolls