Looking to break free from the same old lunchtime routine? Whether you're meal-prepping for work, school, or home, packing a balanced and nutritious lunch doesn't have to be repetitive or difficult. These five easy and healthy meals to pack for lunch are perfect for busy schedules. From hearty wraps to vibrant salads and comforting soups, each recipe is quick to prepare and beautifully kept in a well-designed lunchbox. Use our premium glass meal prep containers to keep food fresh, leak-free, and ready to reheat for best results.

1. Coconut Rice Salad

This refreshing salad is packed with flavour and perfect for healthy lunchboxes.

Ingredients:

• 100g easy-cook brown rice

• 1 pepper (finely chopped)

• 1 medium grated carrot

• 1 bunch of spring onions (chopped)

• Juice and zest of 1 lime

• 1 tbsp chopped coriander

• 1 tbsp desiccated coconut

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp coconut milk

• Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. Rinse the rice and cook with 250ml water until tender. Let it cool completely.

2. In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lime juice, salt and pepper.

3. Combine rice, vegetables, coconut, and coriander. Add the dressing and toss gently.

4. Pack into a round glass container with lid to maintain freshness.

2. Caesar Salad Wrap with Chicken

A modern twist on a classic salad, this wrap is filling and ideal for a quick desk lunch.

Ingredients:

• 1 garlic clove

• 2 anchovy fillets

• 4 tbsp mayonnaise

• 15g grated parmesan

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 2 tbsp pickling liquid (from giardiniera)

• 2 large tortillas

• 1 leftover breaded chicken breast (sliced)

• 1 romaine lettuce (shredded)

• 75g giardiniera (roughly chopped)

Method:

1. Mash garlic and anchovies into a paste. Mix with mayo, parmesan, mustard, and pickling liquid to make a dressing.

2. Spread the dressing on the tortillas. Top with chicken, lettuce, and giardiniera.

3. Wrap tightly and store in a glass lunchbox with compartments alongside a fruit portion.

3. Nut or Seed Butter Cracker Sandwiches

This quick, no-cook idea is ideal for nut-free schools or a light, nutritious lunchbox filler.

To make:

• Spread nut or seed butter onto 10 whole wheat crackers

• Sandwich them into 5 mini cracker pairs

In a 3-compartment glass container with lid, pack with:

• Greek yoghurt or cottage cheese

• Sliced strawberries or bell peppers

• A boiled egg or a handful of almonds (optional)

Great for quick snacking and balanced energy throughout the day.

4. Homemade Falafel Patties

Packed with plant protein and fibre, these falafels are brilliant for meal prep.

Ingredients:

• 400g canned chickpeas

• 1 red onion (chopped)

• 1 garlic clove

• A handful of fresh parsley

• 1 tbsp ground coriander

• ½ tsp chilli powder

• 2 tbsp flour

• 2 tbsp sunflower oil

• Pitta bread and tomato salsa to serve

Method:

1. Drain and pat dry chickpeas. Blend with onion, garlic, herbs, spices, flour, and salt.

2. Shape into 4 patties. Fry in sunflower oil for 3 minutes per side until golden.

3. Serve with pitta, salsa, and a fresh salad.

4. Store in a  glass meal prep container to keep them crisp and easy to reheat.

5. Classic Vegetable Soup

Comforting and full of flavour, this soup is perfect for a warming, healthy lunch.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 onion (chopped)

• 2 carrots (chopped)

• 1 leek (chopped)

• 2 celery sticks (sliced)

• 1 tin chopped tomatoes

• 1L low-salt vegetable stock

• 1 tbsp tomato puree

• 50g sugar snap peas or green beans

• 40g dried pasta

• 1 tbsp dried herbs

• Salt and pepper

Method:

1. Sauté onion, leek, and celery in oil.

2. Add carrots, tomatoes, puree, peas, stock, pasta, herbs, salt, and pepper.

3. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until pasta is cooked.

4. Pour into a glass container and let cool before sealing.

Smart Tips for Healthy Lunchboxes

Use compartment containers
Keep ingredients separate and fresh by using 2 or 3-compartment glass containers. Perfect for pairing mains with fruits, dips, or salads.

Let hot food cool before sealing
Prevent condensation and maintain texture by cooling meals before packing.

Keep lunch chilled
Use insulated lunch bags with freezer blocks to keep cold items fresh.

Rotate meals to avoid lunch fatigue
Vary between wraps, pasta, soup, salads, and crackers throughout the week.

Prep in advance
Batch-cook meals and store ingredients in airtight glass storage jars to save time every morning.

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