There are many ways to adjust recipes that still preserve the essence of the dish.
A note about the wordhealthyhere: We know that healthy is acomplicated concept.
Some of those foods might fall into conventional ideas of what healthy is.
Monique Volz viaAmbitious Kitchen
And some might not.
Finish under a broiler or in a panini press or toaster oven if youd like to melt the cheese.
Mediterranean Couscous Bowls RecipefromA Couple Cooks
Couscous fans, meet your new favorite lunch.
Kale, avocado, and a whole wheat wrap add some fiber for extra satiety.
Seasoned Brown Lentil BowlfromA Couple Cooks
Lentils are such a versatile lunch foundation.
Toasted English muffins are fantastic, but any kind of bread will do.
Add some greens or sliced tomato if you have them on hand.
Serve with a grain or on a sandwich.
Feel free to use any shape of pasta you already have (or can find).
Easy Greens and Grains BowlfromEating Bird Food
This recipe is ideal for making substitutions.
Black Bean Burrito BowlsfromWholefully
These burrito bowls are infinitely customizable.
Pre-cut or frozen veggies and store-bought teriyaki sauce make this one extra convenient.
You could also sub in whatever protein you preferchicken, tofu, fishor just double the beans.
And feel free to use another grain if you don’t have or can’t find sorghum.
Israeli couscous or bulgur make particularly suitable substitutes.
Make ahead of time and assemble at lunch.
Vegan Black-Eyed Peas SoupfromHealthier Steps
Black-eyed peas are among the easiest beans to cook from dried.
Feel free to substitutespinachfor another leafy green, like kale or collard.
In fact, you’ll pay just 67 cents per serving!
(Or close to it, depending on local prices.)
Chicken Wild Rice CasserolefromCooks With Soul
This mini casserole is ideal for solo eaters and couples alike.
Pop it in a thermos, freeze it for later, or eat it right away.
There are no bad options!
Feel free to subbrussels sproutsfor another hardy vegetable, like broccoli or cauliflower.
Don’t worry about reheating, because it’s possible for you to microwave from frozen without any problems.
Spinach, Feta, and Tomato Savory OatmealfromMarisa Moore
Oatmeal for lunch?
And feel free to use instant or quick-cooking oats to make the process go even faster.
Use the canned stuff instead.
Look for a premade mix at Middle Eastern or health food stores in your area.
Serve with breadsticks and pickles for some carbs and zest.
It all depends on the amount of time you have.
They add even more of the filling nutrient to this shrimp- and edamame-packed dish.
