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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.

Saffron-Crusted Branzino en Papillote with Charred Fennel, Green Olives & Herb EmulsionSophisticated
Lunch

Saffron-Crusted Branzino en Papillote with Charred Fennel, Green Olives & Herb Emulsion

Whole fish steamed in parchment with saffron spice, fennel, citrus & subtle saffron cream

1536 cal · 129g protein · 42 min
gluten-freepaleo-friendly
Gemüsesuppe mit Spätzle & SahneEasy
Lunch

Gemüsesuppe mit Spätzle & Sahne

Summer vegetable broth with tender egg noodles and cream

422 cal · 12g protein · 30 min
vegetariandairy-inclusive
Misir Wot Red Lentil Stew with Soft Egg & InjeraEasy
Lunch

Misir Wot Red Lentil Stew with Soft Egg & Injera

Spiced red lentil braise with poached egg, served on soft sourdough

819 cal · 37g protein · 25 min
high-proteinplant-basedcomfort-food
Seared Halibut with Charred Spring Onion Purée & Spring VegetablesIntermediate
Lunch

Seared Halibut with Charred Spring Onion Purée & Spring Vegetables

Delicate fish, silky purée, bright verdant plate

727 cal · 42g protein · 30 min
high-protein30-minutegluten-free
Moqueca de Pirarucu com Mandioca Frita e MaracujáIntermediate
Lunch

Moqueca de Pirarucu com Mandioca Frita e Maracujá

Arapaima stew in coconut-tomato broth with charred cassava fries and passion-fruit drizzle

877 cal · 10g protein · 46 min
high-proteinseafooddairy-free
Charred Halloumi Salad with Burnt Eggplant Purée & Walnut DukkahIntermediate
Lunch

Charred Halloumi Salad with Burnt Eggplant Purée & Walnut Dukkah

Warm cheese, smoky baba ghanoush, crunchy herb-spice blend

1105 cal · 44g protein · 40 min
vegetarian40-minute
Adobo-Braised Halibut with Charred Kabocha, Black Garlic & Crispy Shallot OilSophisticated
Lunch

Adobo-Braised Halibut with Charred Kabocha, Black Garlic & Crispy Shallot Oil

Filipino adobo technique elevated with pristine white fish and roasted squash

567 cal · 37g protein · 75 min
seafood-forwardrestaurant-technique
Pan-Seared Branzino with Green Curry Oil & Charred Long BeansEasy
Lunch

Pan-Seared Branzino with Green Curry Oil & Charred Long Beans

Restaurant-bright, easy, aromatic—ready in 20 minutes

478 cal · 43g protein · 20 min
gluten-freepaleohigh-proteinquick
Pan-Seared Halibut with Burnt Romesco & Charred Green OlivesIntermediate
Lunch

Pan-Seared Halibut with Burnt Romesco & Charred Green Olives

Tender white fish with nutty Spanish red-pepper sauce and crispy olive caramel

805 cal · 80g protein · 37 min
high-proteinpescatariangluten-free
Tiradito de Lenguado con Rocoto & Lima HuancaínaSophisticated
Lunch

Tiradito de Lenguado con Rocoto & Lima Huancaína

Paper-thin flounder crudo, Peruvian chili emulsion, avocado, crispy serrano, toasted corn purée

1091 cal · 51g protein · 50 min
seafoodperuvian-cevichesophisticated
Sepia Guisada con Judías BlancasEasy
Lunch

Sepia Guisada con Judías Blancas

Braised squid, white beans, tomato, garlic, served with crusty bread

749 cal · 59g protein · 35 min
high-proteinlow-fat
Peixe Assado com Mandioca Frita e Maionese de Dente de AlhoIntermediate
Lunch

Peixe Assado com Mandioca Frita e Maionese de Dente de Alho

Roasted whole branzino, crispy cassava fries & charred garlic mayo

1292 cal · 85g protein · 43 min
high-proteinpescatarian
Pan-Seared Yellowtail with Turmeric–Miso Crust, Charred Broccolini & Black Garlic Beurre BlancIntermediate
Lunch

Pan-Seared Yellowtail with Turmeric–Miso Crust, Charred Broccolini & Black Garlic Beurre Blanc

Crispy-skinned fish, golden spice crust, umami-rich dark garlic butter

782 cal · 43g protein · 26 min
high-proteingluten-freepescatarian
Seared Lamb Loin Chops with Green Herb Sauce & Charred FennelIntermediate
Lunch

Seared Lamb Loin Chops with Green Herb Sauce & Charred Fennel

Pink-centered lamb with peppery herb oil and caramelized anise-scented fennel

1107 cal · 26g protein · 30 min
high-proteinpaleo30-minute
Chermoula Chicken & Roasted Carrot Salad with Pomegranate VinaigretteEasy
Lunch

Chermoula Chicken & Roasted Carrot Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Herb-marinated chicken, sweet roasted carrots, tart pomegranate glaze

381 cal · 24g protein · 23 min
high-protein30-minutegluten-free
Pan-Seared Fish Collar with Charred Papaya, Black Garlic & Jasmine RiceIntermediate
Lunch

Pan-Seared Fish Collar with Charred Papaya, Black Garlic & Jasmine Rice

Meaty, umami-rich collar steak with tropical brightness

516 cal · 32g protein · 35 min
high-proteinseafoodgluten-free
Charred Halloumi & Pomegranate Fattoush with Toasted Sumac VinaigretteIntermediate
Lunch

Charred Halloumi & Pomegranate Fattoush with Toasted Sumac Vinaigrette

crispy fried cheese, torn bread salad & tangy pomegranate dressing

677 cal · 28g protein · 27 min
vegetarianhigh-protein
Charred Halloumi & Green Olive Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses DressingEasy
Lunch

Charred Halloumi & Green Olive Fattoush with Pomegranate Molasses Dressing

Squeaky fried cheese, crispy pita croutons, tart pomegranate vinaigrette

688 cal · 28g protein · 20 min
vegetarianhigh-protein20-minute
Bún Chả Cua MềmIntermediate
Lunch

Bún Chả Cua Mềm

Soft-shell crab vermicelli with charred pork belly and herb explosion

1354 cal · 44g protein · 38 min
shellfishsignature-dish
Doenjang Clam Broth with Hand-Torn Noodle RibbonsIntermediate
Lunch

Doenjang Clam Broth with Hand-Torn Noodle Ribbons

Umami-rich fermented soy broth with littleneck clams and springtime vegetables

508 cal · 27g protein · 30 min
high-protein30-minutegluten-free-adaptable
Seared Mahi-Mahi with Charred Corn, Black Beans & Lime Beurre BlancIntermediate
Lunch

Seared Mahi-Mahi with Charred Corn, Black Beans & Lime Beurre Blanc

Pan-seared fish, corn succotash, cilantro lime sauce

646 cal · 39g protein · 35 min
high-proteingluten-freeunder-40-min
Grilled Branzino with Spring Pea Purée, Charred Radish & Preserved LemonIntermediate
Lunch

Grilled Branzino with Spring Pea Purée, Charred Radish & Preserved Lemon

Portuguese coastal simplicity meets spring garden brightness

457 cal · 41g protein · 28 min
high-proteingluten-free30-minute
Slow-Roasted Tomato & Preserved Lemon CouscousEasy
Lunch

Slow-Roasted Tomato & Preserved Lemon Couscous

Tender roasted cherry tomatoes with fluffy couscous and feta

734 cal · 20g protein · 25 min
vegetariangluten-free-adaptable30-minute
Pan-Seared Halibut with Charred Artichoke Vinaigrette & Crispy BreadcrumbsEasy
Lunch

Pan-Seared Halibut with Charred Artichoke Vinaigrette & Crispy Breadcrumbs

Flaky white fish, smoky vegetable sauce, textured crunch

612 cal · 78g protein · 30 min
high-proteingluten-free-option