Whether you’re looking for a healthy lunch to enjoy at home, a meal to pack up and take into work, or something more elaborate for the weekend, these delicious, healthy lunch ideas are all the inspiration you'll need. See more healthy recipes. Fill your day with healthy food all day with our healthy breakfast ideas and healthy dinner ideas. For broader inspiration, take a look at our healthy recipes.
Crunchy and packed with fresh flavours, these tuna tostadas are a great high-protein dinner option that takes under 30 minutes to cook
You can be tucking into this loaded stir-fry of veggies, rice and gorgeous Asian flavours, in just 15 minutes. This super easy recipe gives a delicious vegetarian dinner which is ideal for when time is short
Fermented foods are great for gut health, so why not try making your own?
Cut down on time, cost and waste with this 'cheat' version of a classic dish that's brilliant for breakfast, lunch or dinner
Use leftover scrambled tofu in this colourful Tex-Mex bowl. Wholegrain rice and quinoa are topped with black beans, tofu, crispy tortilla chips, and a fresh corn salsa for a healthy midweek family meal.
Spag bol, but faster and just as tasty! Why not try this healthy pasta dish, which uses leftover meatloaf and pasta sauce from our Lentil and beef meatloaf recipe. It's on the table in 15, so it's a real winning dinner for busy days.
Use leftover chicken thighs and fragrant Thai green curry sauce to create this fresh and zesty noodle salad for the perfect packed lunch or light dinner.
Ready in just 30 minutes, this fragrant cauliflower curry hits all the right notes for a dinner that's on the table in no time
Use leftover roasted vegetables in this easy potato hash, perfect for a light lunch or dinner
This BBQ side classic is made even tastier with the addition of seasonal asparagus, peas and peppery watercress or rocket
Transform leftover chana masala into flavourful lunchtime wraps. Stuffed with spiced chickpeas and a cool vegan raita, these wraps are sure to liven up your lunch routine.
Transform tinned chickpeas into a delicious, hearty vegan curry. Serve with rice and a dollop of cooling yogurt-alternative for a fragrant, plant-based midweek meal.
Chef Nargisse Benkabbou shares her gorgeous Moroccan-inspired meatballs dish that makes an easy yet impressive get-together lunch or dinner. The warming spices and rich flavours all come together in just one hour. Serve with flatbreads and Nargisse's roasted cauliflower recipe, if you like, see below for recipe.
Sweet, zingy and peppery, with a fiery hit of horseradish, this salad packs a punch when it comes to flavour. It makes a great side dish to meat or fish, or is equally delicious on its own. Serve with a spring or Easter roast for something a bit different.
These sweet and salty roasties are sure to wow any guests. The combination of soft goat's cheese and sweet figs makes for a perfectly rounded side. Top that off with a zingy, herby dressing and you've got a delicious spring dish to pep up any roast dinner.
Here's our version of the French bistro classic: tender roasted leeks dressed in a tangy vinaigrette. Finished with soft eggs and fresh herbs, it's a simple dish with a big personality! Perfect as a starter or side.
Roasted cauliflower and tangy feta make a fantastic combo in these easy fritters – we've added a fresh mint and lemon sauce a zingy finish. They make a great lunch, light dinner or substantial snack.
This courgette and pea salad adds a wonderful freshness to a spring roast. The lemon and fresh herbs give a zingy, fragrant lift, while the toasted almonds lend a lovely crunch. You could try making your own pesto too, if you're feeling adventurous.
Crunchy sourdough, sweet baby tomatoes and good quality extra-virgin olive oil make this simple Italian-inspired dish light yet satisfying. Enjoy for brunch, lunch or as a snack, alternatively serve as an appetizer at a get-together meal. Finish with torn basil leaves and cracked black pepper – bellissimo!
This spring traybake is bursting with fresh, zingy flavours and vibrant veg. The prosciutto-wrapped chicken looks fancy, but it's a doddle to prepare and there's even leftover veg for a soup the next day; see tip, below. A fab midweek meal or alternative Sunday roast.
This smoked salmon open sandwich recipe takes just 15 minutes and is super quick and easy to make
Let your guests dig into this easy-to-assemble aubergine starter at your next barbecue while you appreciate just how easy it was to make
Inspired by the iconic Green Goddess salad, this creamy silken tofu pasta is a midweek winner. Topped with crispy chickpeas for added crunch, this comforting, high-protein pasta recipe belongs in your weekly dinner rotation.
These fresh and fragrant noodle bowls make a satisfying lunch but could work equally well as an evening meal. Brimming with sweet, spicy and aromatic flavours, yet thrown together in 10 minutes, they're the ultimate healthy fast food!
This open sandwich makes a lovely lunch any day of the week. It's loaded with big, bold flavours and looks pretty too. The combo of nutty rye sourdough, creamy houmous, fiery beetroot and tangy blackberries is genius – don't forget the hot honey drizzle!
This tasty buddha bowl proves salads can be adventurous! With ready-made mixed grains and falafel, plus a delicious homemade dressing, it comes together in just 15 minutes, perfect for a quick and easy midweek lunch.
Fresh and vibrant, this speedy poke bowl recipe is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Charred corn adds sweet and smoky flavours which complement the salty tuna and soy dressing. You can add in whatever veg you fancy, like cucumber, radishes or edamame.
This pea and potato frittata mean works great warm with a salad or eaten cold for lunch the next day
Roasted squash and grapes add warmth to this winter salad that's packed with flavour and crunch.
Kids will love these flavour-packed pasties, stuffed with sweetcorn, ham and carrot, they're great eaten warm or could be packed cold in a lunchbox
Make a batch of these masala-spiced beans; they freeze well, count towards 2 of your 5-a-day and they're both a source of protein and fibre! Serve on toast, jacket potatoes or enjoy on their own.
A hybrid between a loaf and a frittata, this clever bake really packs in the veg, providing 2 of your 5-a-day. It’s delicious served warm with a salad for a light meal, while the leftovers are just as good sliced up and packed into lunchboxes to make a satisfying midday meal.
These roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with sweet, spicy and umami flavours for a deliciously different roast side dish. Perfect for a special Sunday lunch or for jazzing up a midweek meal with a burst of flavour. Try with grilled chicken, fish or tofu, or as part of a grains bowl with other roasted veg, rice or quinoa.