Nobody has time to make a gourmet feast for lunch under normal circumstances.

In the midst of a pandemic?

Wereallin dire need of easy lunch ideas right now.

easy lunch ideas Peach Prosciutto and Avocado Sandwich

Andrew Purcell, Carrie Purcell

Easy doesnt have to mean bland and boring, though.

Smashed Pea and Smoked Salmon Toastfrom SELF

Treat yourself to a fancy (but fast!)

lunch with a little smoked salmon.

Apple cheese panini halves on wood cutting board

Smashed peas (from frozen) add even more protein.

Slice up and dip in ranch dressing.

There are directions for making your own grape jellyand explicit permission to use store-bought instead.

Smashed Pea and Smoked Salmon Toast on plate

This salad complements it with sweet pear, crunchy walnuts, and creamy avocado.

10-Minute QuesadillasfromCookie + Kate

Fresh quesadillas are as fast and easy as paninis.

Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Tuna Melt Sandwich halves on plate stacked

Dill Pickle Tuna SaladfromIowa Girl Eats

Chopped dill pickles are an instant flavor and texture booster!

Enjoy this zingy salad on greens, toast, or pita.

Enjoy with pita, chips, or a leftover grain like rice.

Heirloom Caprese Salad on white plate

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad SandwichfromDamn Delicious

Rotisserie chicken FTW!

This ones full of Feta cheese and raisins, with a sweet and spicy dressing.

Its full of piquant gorgonzola and sweet melon.

Green Grilled Cheese and Ranch sandwich in skillet

Serve with some chips or crackers for more carbs.

This sweet and tangy maple-mustard dressing is a winner.

If you want it melty, warm up in a toaster oven, microwave, or panini press.

Cajun Turkey Avocado Wraps on white plate

PecanMiso Butter and Jelly Sandwich halves stacked closeup

Chickpea Salad Sandwich on white plate closeup

Greek salad in Pitas stacked

Chicken Pear and Avocado Salad on plate

Green Goddess Crunch Sandwich halves stacked

Taco salad in black bowl overhead

Quesadillas on white plate with salsa salad

Dill Pickle Tuna Salad with arugula on plate

White Bean Parmesan Soup in white bowl overhead

Chickpea Fajita Bowl on white plate

Lebanese LemonParsley Bean Salad in white bowl overhead

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich halves stacked

Taco Soup in blue bowl overhead flowers

Chickpea Spinach Salad in white bowl overhead fork

Roast Beef Spinach and Arugula Salad with Watermelon

Smashed Chickpeas on Toast with Harissa Yogurt

rotini pasta with marinara on white plate

Avocado Chickpea feta Salad in brown bowl fork

Peach Prosciutto and Avocado Sandwich on white plate

Turkish Lentil Salad in turquoise bowl overhead

Mexican wrap Pinwheels salsa on plate overhead shot

Tuna Orzo Salad with basil in colorful bowl

Kale White Bean and Goat Cheese Wrap halves

Hemp Seed Tabouli in glass plate