Lunch recipe collection

These scrumptious and tasty arepas can be served as an appetizer or a main dish.

Fresh avocado filling with serrano chiles, cilantro, lime, and white onion makes a chunky, zesty spread for sandwiches, tacos, and wraps. No cooking required.

Bologna rolled around a cheddar cheese stick and tucked into a hot dog bun with mayo or mustard. A no-cook lunch that kids can make themselves in minutes. Great for lunchboxes and after-school snacks.

Two-ingredient barbecue spread made by mixing mayonnaise with your favorite BBQ sauce. Ready in 2 minutes, this tangy, creamy condiment elevates burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and fries instantly.

Grilled chicken breast sandwiches stacked with Swiss cheese, baked ham, and a fresh peach-mint salsa. Served on toasted buns with savory grilled peaches on the side.

BBQ pulled chicken sandwich with dry-rubbed grilled whole chicken and a coffee-spiked vinegar barbecue sauce. Served on white buns with cole slaw, classic Southern style.

Broiled pork tenderloin sliced and tossed in homemade BBQ sauce, piled on kaiser rolls with a tangy vinegar coleslaw. The ultimate game day sandwich, ready in about 35 minutes.

Stacked roast beef sandwich on rye with a tangy cream cheese horseradish spread, crisp lettuce, and red onion rings. A 5-minute no-cook lunch that packs serious deli-style flavor.

A Greek-style phyllo pie layered with spiced ground beef, mushrooms, wine, and a rich blend of feta, cream cheese, and cottage cheese. Feeds 12 and bakes to a flaky golden crust.

This is the best Monte Cristo sandwich in the world... and I don't just mean Disneyworld. It seems complicated but believe me..it is well worth the effort. Make each item in the order given. The Currant Jelly Sauce and the Fruit Compote go alongside.

Grilled blackened wild salmon on toasted whole wheat rolls with creamy avocado mayo, peppery arugula, roma tomatoes, and red onion. Healthy, high-protein, and ready in 25 minutes flat.

Quick curried sweet potato soup with garlic, chicken broth, and skim evaporated milk. Low-fat, creamy, and warming in just 30 minutes. Garnish with steamed asparagus.

Vegan broccoli sprout and tofu spread with miso, tahini, and lemon on whole wheat toast. A nutrient-packed open-face sandwich ready in 10 minutes.

Open-faced broiled sandwiches layered with melty Swiss cheese, sliced fresh pears, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Sweet, savory, and bubbly in just 15 minutes with 5 ingredients.

Easy ground beef and black bean burritos with tomatoes, green chiles, and chili powder wrapped in warm flour tortillas. A quick, filling weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

A vibrant Vietnamese-style banh mi stuffed with sliced pork, pate, grated carrots, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeno, and a punchy fish sauce and chili garlic dressing. No cooking required.