Broccoli Bread Sandwich Recipe Here.
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Confession time… I pretty much eat the same thing for lunch every day.
Unless I’m eating out, I have one of the following:
- Poached Eggs + Veggies / Salad
- Sardines / Tuna / Salmon Salad
- Leftover Dinners
On the surface it may sound boring. But I’m always excited about my lunches.
Within these frameworks or templates the possibilities are endless!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN TODAY:
- Portable Lunches Ideas
- Lunches to ‘Assemble’ at Work
- Lunches to ‘Cook’ at Work
- Leftover Dinner Lunches
- How to stay Low Carb when eating out for lunch
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you’re on medication for anything but especially for diabetes or high blood pressure, it’s super important that you talk with your doctor before making changes to your diet. Even gradual changes.
Portable Lunches
Unless it’s the middle of Summer, most of these are fine without refrigeration for a few hours.
- Best Ever Broccoli Salad
- Spiced Roast Cauliflower with Labneh
- Pesto, Olive & Feta Frittata
- Lime & Tahini Kale Salad
- The Ploughman’s ‘Pie’
- Sandwiches on Broccoli Bread
Lunches to Assemble at Work
For those who have access to some sort of kitchenette.
- Crunchy Bok Choy & Avocado Salad
- Washing Up-Free Salad
- Yoghurt & Veggies
- Cos Lettuce Wraps
- BBQ Chicken Salad
Lunches to ‘Cook’ or Reheat at Work
For those who have access to a microwave / sandwich press or toaster oven.
- Roast Mushroom ‘Toasts’ (will need roasting at home and then warming at work)
- Halloumi + Cabbage Hash
- Cheesey Broccoli (can be microwaved)
- Bachelorette Eggs
- Tuscan Greens Soup
Leftover Dinners for Lunch
Most dinners work well repurposed as lunches but some are better than others. Try making extra of these dinner recipes:
- Zucchini Laksa
- Broccoli & Goats Cheese Soup
- Easy 1-Dish Ratatouille
- Melt-in-the-mouth Savoury Cheesecake
- The ‘Pizza’ Baked Frittata
- Super Simple Coq au Vin
- Super Green Saag Chicken
- Thai Chicken & Zucchini ‘Rice’
- 10-Minute Massaman Curry
- Eggplant & Chorizo Supper
- Super Yum Bacon & Cabbage
- Chorizo with Kale
- Sausages with Mushrooms
- The Great Aussie Rissole
- Polpettone
- Quick Beef Ragu
- Ginger Beef Stir Fry
- Moroccan Meatball Tajine
- Spiced Beef with Cabbage
The ‘Pizza’ Baked Frittata Recipe Here.
What about Eating Out for Lunch?
Apart from when you’re going to a bakery or a place that only does sandwiches or pizza there are usually plenty of options at lunch. Just keep an open mind.
Most restaurants will have some sort of protein and veg / salad / soup option. Which may be more expensive than their sandwiches or bowls of pasta but will be much more blood glucose-friendly.
The thing to remember is that quantity counts.
So if the options are pizza or nothing. You can always stick to 1-2 slices and include a side salad.
Or if it’s a burger joint you could skip some or all of the bun and order a side salad or pickles instead of the fries.
You always have a choice of how much you eat.
SUMMARY
Today we’ve covered lots of lunch ideas:
- Portable Lunches Ideas
- Lunches to ‘Assemble’ at Work
- Lunches to ‘Cook’ at Work
- Leftover Dinner Lunches
- There are always options when you’re eating out
ACTIVITY
1. Review Lunch Ideas.
Choose the ones that sound the most appealing to you and add them to your favourites on the SVCS Website. Or make a list somewhere else.
2. Plan Your Shopping.
Decide which 2 lunches (or more) you want to try in the next week. Write a list of ingredients you need and schedule some time to go shopping.
See you tomorrow!
Cheers,
Jules x
ps. What about you? Got a lunch situation you’re struggling with? Head over to the Ask Jules to get some help or comment below.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Low Carb Love 28-Day Program is where I share my personal journey of managing my blood sugar eating (mostly) Low Carb. I am not a doctor and this information is not intended as specific advice. Please discuss with your doctor or dietician before changing your food intake. Especially if you’re on medication or have any special medical concerns.
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