A lunch that’s not just two slices of bread and deli meat? Sign us up! Ree Drummond’s lunch recipes are simple, but they are definitely not lacking in flavour. And bonus: these recipes come together in under an hour and travels well to school or work. Time to say goodbye to take-out and giving the kids lunch money!
Tofu Lettuce Wraps
Whoever said not to play with your food has never eaten lettuce wraps before. Every bite of this refreshing wrap is bursting with crisp lettuce, creamy avocado and a tofu mixture that has just the right amount of kick.
Cowboy Dippers
It’s only fitting that The Pioneer Woman would have a recipe called Cowboy Dippers, right? This delectable dip recipe will have you and your family devouring fresh veggies like never before.
Tomato Soup
This is the soup that your sandwich is begging for. Grilled cheese, anyone?
Kale Pasta Mason Jar Salad
Is it just us, or does everything taste better when it’s from a Mason jar? Or perhaps it’s because this salad features balls of mozzarella? Either way, this salad will be a win with kids and adults alike.
Cold Roasted Veggies with Herbed Yogurt Dip
This recipe says it serves six, but you might want to double up because you’ll definitely be snacking on these all day. Roasting the veggies highlights the natural sweetness, which marries perfectly with the herbaceous dip.
Quesadillas with Shrimp and Peppers
Spice up lunch with cheesy, shrimp-filled quesadillas. Don’t forget the sour cream, cilantro and lime wedges!
Curried Chicken Salad
Take ho-hum chicken salad to the next level with curry powder, fresh cilantro, golden raisins and slivered almonds. The hardest part about this salad is deciding if you want it on a salad or in a sandwich.
Salmon and Veggie Grain Bowl
Trendy take-out grain bowls are quite pricey, so why not make your own? This bowl is loaded with hearty farro, salmon and fresh veggies all tossed in a lemony dressing.
Spicy Veggie Stir Fry
A stir fry is an ideal way to use up all the odds and ends in your fridge and a delicious way to get your daily intake of veggies.
Killer Kale Salad
Crispy bacon and crumbled goat cheese are the keys to making this scrumptious salad. Because kale is such a hearty green, it won’t wilt, so it makes for the ultimate make-ahead salad.
Strip Steak Sandwiches
Soft deli rolls surround lemon-pepper steaks, perfectly charred onions, velvety eggs and spicy mayo, making these sandwiches a true treat. We won’t judge if you decide to eat these before lunchtime.
Tex-Mex Fried Rice
Using leftover rice means this dish comes together in no time, making it faster, easier, and a lot better for you, than take-out.
Beef Noodle Salad Bowls with Peanut Sauce
We guarantee that you’ll be counting down the minutes until lunch if you’ve packed these beef noodle salad bowls.
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
The thing about orzo salads is that they get better as they sit. Make a big batch of this and have it throughout the week!
Asian Noodle Salad
Just one bite and you’ll see why this is one of The Pioneer Woman’s most popular vegetarian recipe. From the crunchy veggies to the flavourful dressing, this salad is sure to become a family favourite.