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Meal · 495 recipes

Healthy Lunch Recipes

Real, healthy lunch ideas with full recipes, macros and a one-tap grocery list. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.

Charred Branzino en Papillote with Chermoula, Charred Tomatoes & Crispy Flatbread ShardsSophisticated
Lunch

Charred Branzino en Papillote with Chermoula, Charred Tomatoes & Crispy Flatbread Shards

Whole fish steamed in parchment with green herb paste and caramelized fruit

596 cal · 57g protein · 45 min
high-proteingluten-free-optionomega-3
Ceviche de Caballa with Crispy Wonton Shells, Pickled Red Onion & Cilantro OilIntermediate
Lunch

Ceviche de Caballa with Crispy Wonton Shells, Pickled Red Onion & Cilantro Oil

Peru's most iconic dish reimagined with textural drama

626 cal · 46g protein · 32 min
pescatarianhigh-proteingluten-free-adaptable
Charred Halloumi Salatim with Burnt Lemon Tahini & Charred Spring VegetablesSophisticated
Lunch

Charred Halloumi Salatim with Burnt Lemon Tahini & Charred Spring Vegetables

Squeaky cheese, vibrant vegetable medley, smoky citrus dressing

991 cal · 44g protein · 55 min
vegetarianhigh-proteingluten-free
Pan-Seared Branzino en Papillote with Fennel Ash, Green Olives & Burnt Lemon EmulsionSophisticated
Lunch

Pan-Seared Branzino en Papillote with Fennel Ash, Green Olives & Burnt Lemon Emulsion

Delicate white fish steamed in parchment with charred aromatics and silky citrus sauce

1111 cal · 55g protein · 60 min
high-proteinmediterraneangluten-free-optional
Charred Delicata Squash & Shrimp Bánh Mì BowlIntermediate
Lunch

Charred Delicata Squash & Shrimp Bánh Mì Bowl

Roasted squash, crispy shrimp, pickled daikon & carrot, cilantro-chili mayo

533 cal · 17g protein · 45 min
high-proteinasian
Charred Eggplant & Halloumi Salad with Pomegranate-Tahini DressingIntermediate
Lunch

Charred Eggplant & Halloumi Salad with Pomegranate-Tahini Dressing

Smoky vegetables, salty cheese, creamy-tart sauce

849 cal · 32g protein · 40 min
vegetariangluten-free40-minute
Shiro Wot Stew with Charred Eggplant & Crispy Herb OilIntermediate
Lunch

Shiro Wot Stew with Charred Eggplant & Crispy Herb Oil

Ethiopian chickpea flour braise with autumn vegetables

747 cal · 16g protein · 40 min
veganhigh-fibergluten-free
Miso-Butter Halibut with Charred Enoki & Shiso OilIntermediate
Lunch

Miso-Butter Halibut with Charred Enoki & Shiso Oil

Buttery white fish with umami depth and aromatic herb finish

863 cal · 81g protein · 28 min
high-proteinlow-carbpaleo
Charred Halloumi & Roasted Beet Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses & Crispy PitaEasy
Lunch

Charred Halloumi & Roasted Beet Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses & Crispy Pita

Warm squeaky cheese, golden beetroot & shattered flatbread in a tart vinaigrette

738 cal · 34g protein · 35 min
vegetarianhigh-proteingluten-free-option
Orzo Selvatico con Funghi Misti e Tartufo NeroIntermediate
Lunch

Orzo Selvatico con Funghi Misti e Tartufo Nero

Wild black rice orzo pasta with autumn mushroom ragù and shaved black truffle

876 cal · 24g protein · 40 min
vegetarianluxury-ingredient
Shiro Wat Pasta with Roasted Beets & Walnut CrumbleEasy
Lunch

Shiro Wat Pasta with Roasted Beets & Walnut Crumble

Creamy chickpea flour sauce coated in nutty pasta

908 cal · 27g protein · 24 min
vegetarianhigh-fiberquick
Charred Octopus & Roasted Beet Salad with Walnut Romesco & Crispy SageSophisticated
Lunch

Charred Octopus & Roasted Beet Salad with Walnut Romesco & Crispy Sage

tender octopus, earthy beets & textured walnut sauce with sage oil

846 cal · 52g protein · 75 min
high-proteingluten-free
Beet & Eggplant Sabzi Khorish with Herbed BasmatiSophisticated
Lunch

Beet & Eggplant Sabzi Khorish with Herbed Basmati

Charred eggplant, earthy beet, kidney bean braise, aromatic rice

1095 cal · 28g protein · 55 min
vegetariangluten-freehigh-fiber
Chicken & Peppers Over Coconut Rice with Pickled VegetablesEasy
Lunch

Chicken & Peppers Over Coconut Rice with Pickled Vegetables

Afritada's easier, brighter cousin

1752 cal · 59g protein · 40 min
high-proteincomfort-foodone-pan-friendly
Charred Bavarian Turnip & Wild Mushroom Broth with Crispy Rye Bread KnödelIntermediate
Lunch

Charred Bavarian Turnip & Wild Mushroom Broth with Crispy Rye Bread Knödel

Deep umami stock with silky root vegetables and floating bread dumplings

1312 cal · 42g protein · 60 min
gluten-free-adaptablewhole-grain
Miso-Glazed Tofu Steak with Charred Shishito EscabecheIntermediate
Lunch

Miso-Glazed Tofu Steak with Charred Shishito Escabeche

Crispy exterior, silken center, pickled pepper punch

588 cal · 24g protein · 38 min
vegangluten-free-adaptablehigh-protein
Charred Cabbage Slaw with Lentil Cake & Pomegranate-Tamarind GlazeIntermediate
Lunch

Charred Cabbage Slaw with Lentil Cake & Pomegranate-Tamarind Glaze

Crispy lentil patty, pickled cabbage slaw, tart-spiced glaze

493 cal · 17g protein · 34 min
veganhigh-fibergluten-free
Grilled Octopus & Charred Radicchio SaladIntermediate
Lunch

Grilled Octopus & Charred Radicchio Salad

Tender octopus with bitter leaves, white bean & lemon agrodolce

829 cal · 60g protein · 50 min
high-proteingluten-freemediterranean
Pan-Seared Mero en Papillote with Charred Tropical Fruit, Scotch Bonnet Beurre Blanc & Crispy Cassava RibbonsSophisticated
Lunch

Pan-Seared Mero en Papillote with Charred Tropical Fruit, Scotch Bonnet Beurre Blanc & Crispy Cassava Ribbons

Delicate fish steamed in its own aromatics, finished with Caribbean heat and crunch

2682 cal · 4g protein · 70 min
paleo-friendlygluten-freehigh-protein
Soba Noodles with Charred Summer Vegetables & PonzuEasy
Lunch

Soba Noodles with Charred Summer Vegetables & Ponzu

Chilled buckwheat noodles, grilled zucchini, snap peas and crispy tofu skin

532 cal · 22g protein · 20 min
vegetariandairy-free20-minute
Bún Tôm Xào – Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice NoodlesEasy
Lunch

Bún Tôm Xào – Stir-Fried Shrimp Rice Noodles

Tender shrimp, fresh herbs, crispy shallots over cool vermicelli

755 cal · 28g protein · 22 min
high-proteindairy-freegluten-free-option
Ceviche Nikkei: Striped Bass, Yuzu-Ajisai, Crispy Quinoa & Avocado EmulsionSophisticated
Lunch

Ceviche Nikkei: Striped Bass, Yuzu-Ajisai, Crispy Quinoa & Avocado Emulsion

Japanese-Peruvian fusion ceviche with textural complexity and delicate acid balance

584 cal · 29g protein · 37 min
high-proteingluten-freeraw-friendly
Injera-Crusted Snapper en Papillote with Mitmita Emulsion & Charred Green OlivesIntermediate
Lunch

Injera-Crusted Snapper en Papillote with Mitmita Emulsion & Charred Green Olives

Whole fish in parchment, crisped fermented bread crust, spicy oil

855 cal · 94g protein · 38 min
paleowhole-foodanti-inflammatory
Pan-Seared Tuna Collar with Charred Edamame, Ponzu Emulsion & Crispy Wonton DustIntermediate
Lunch

Pan-Seared Tuna Collar with Charred Edamame, Ponzu Emulsion & Crispy Wonton Dust

Buttery, luxe fish neck with bright, crunchy texture play

677 cal · 48g protein · 35 min
high-proteinJapanese35-minute