Easy Healthy Cold Lunch Ideas
These easy healthy cold lunch ideas are perfect for anyone looking for quick, nutritious meals. They're simple to prepare and delicious!
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cup Cooked quinoa Can substitute with brown rice or couscous for variety.
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved for easier eating.
- 1 cup Cucumber Diced small.
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese Crumbled.
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley Chopped.
- 3 tbsp Olive oil Use extra virgin for best flavor.
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
- 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper Freshly cracked.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Start by cooking your quinoa according to package instructions and letting it cool. While it's cooking, chop up your cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley. In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa with these fresh ingredients.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a delicious dressing. Pour this over the quinoa mixture and toss everything together gently.
- Lastly, fold in the crumbled feta cheese and enjoy your vibrant, healthy cold lunch! You can pack it in containers for an easy grab-and-go meal.
Notes
This recipe can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Feel free to add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein!