Need some inspiration for your midday meal? If you're looking for some easy lunch ideas that can be enjoyed at work or at home with the family, take a look at our selection of delicious lunch recipes.
Spoil the family this weekend with this honey roast chicken recipe. Its tasty seasoning, tender onions and sweet honey takes this weekend roast dinner classic to the next level
A spin on the classic French stew, this healthy traybake is the perfect choice for getting more veggies into your diet
This flavour-packed mackerel salad makes the most of storecupboard ingredients and comes together in minutes. A tin of three bean salad adds variety, but use whatever beans or lentils you fancy, see tip below. This makes a satisfying lunch or light dinner for two.
Use leftover beef and onion mixture in this Sloppy Joes recipe to make this American classic for a bonus Friday night special. Sandwiched between golden grilled seeded buns, serve with melty cheese slices, tangy gherkins and crisp salad.
A speedy veggie rice bowl using leftover roasted squash
Transform leftover sausage and butter bean traybake into these tasty Greek pittas. Load your pittas with garlicky veg and crunchy salad, then finish with a dollop of feta yogurt for a meal that whole family will love.
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.
When only a creamy curry will do, bookmark this super-easy recipe using leftover creamy sauce from our Spiced roasted veg mac and cheese. With frozen veg and storecupboard spices, this is the ultimate fast fakeaway dish for any night of the week.
We've taken the well-loved dish mac 'n' cheese and packed in root veg and spices to create a delicious twist that's budget- and freezer-friendly. There's even leftover cheesy sauce to make the Cheat's creamy chicken and spinach curry.
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.
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.
Use leftover turkey and cauliflower, packed with crisp carrot and cucumber, and fresh herbs. These sandwiches are perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Use leftover sticky soy and honey marinated chicken to rustle up this veg-packed noodle salad. This makes an interesting lunch or light and vibrant dinner. You won't be disappointed!
Use leftover fried chicken livers and onion in this speedy 15-minute winter salad
We've topped a side of salmon with a trendy 'everything bagel' topping. It looks impressive but is a doddle to make. This is the perfect easy entertaining dish for Easter or Sunday lunch, however if you want to make it on a smaller scale, see our tip, below.
Sticky-sweet with a delightful tangy note, this low-effort roast lamb is a real showstopper and perfect for the Easter weekend. It requires just a handful of ingredients that transforms lamb into something extra-special. Any leftovers freeze well too!
A creamy chowder is the ultimate comfort food for cold days and this veggie version, using storecupboard ingredients and frozen veg, is so simple and affordable to make. You can even save some to create a sauce for our smoky basa and sweetcorn pasta – see tip, below. That's next day's dinner sorted!
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 easy sausage plait recipe is a real family favourite, made extra special with fresh thyme, fragrant rosemary and sweet sundried tomato paste. Serve with a crisp green salad for a fuss-free crowd-pleasing meal or pack up for a delicious main at your next picnic.
This smoked salmon open sandwich recipe takes just 15 minutes and is super quick and easy to make
Looking for a midweek meal that's ready in just 25 minutes? This cheesy frittata is made entirely in the air-fryer and uses just 4 ingredients.
Try a twist on a classic with this gnocchi mac and cheese recipe. The traditional pasta shape is swapped out for pillows of soft gnocchi wrapped in a creamy two-cheese sauce and served with roasted broccoli for a comforting and cosy dinner for two.
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.
Grilled halloumi cheese and crisp homemade croutons make this vibrant salad feel hearty and substantial. Served with a delicious warm tomato and chilli dressing, this salad is packed full of flavour too.
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.
Here's a dreamy pub menu-inspired combo: chips that are crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and sticky, salty ham, finished with an egg that’s perfect for dunking. We’ve added a smoky tomato glaze to the ham and pickled cucumber to cut through the richness.
We’ve given family favourite chicken Kiev a makeover, swapping the mash for fluffy focaccia to soak up that delicious garlicky butter. Tuck into this epic chicken sandwich for a special lunch or a cosy night in.
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 Spring Florentine recipe is a delightful fusion of fresh flavours and vibrant ingredients. No need to stress - we've made it easy with pre-made pizza base mixes.
This pea and potato frittata mean works great warm with a salad or eaten cold for lunch the next day