With these quick recipes, making a high-protein lunch is a breeze.
Caprese Sandwich
This caprese sandwich is fresh from the basil and hearty from thick, crusty ciabatta.
The sun-dried tomatoes deepen the flavor.
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Berry-Kefir Smoothie
Get a probiotic boost at breakfast when you add kefir to your smoothie.
Feel free to use any berries and nut butter you have on hand in this healthy smoothie recipe.
Swap in canned black beans for the chicken to make this vegetarian.
Ana Cadena
Salty feta and chopped fresh vegetables keep this easy lunchtime wrap flavorful and satisfying.
Blackberry Smoothie
This blackberry smoothie has plenty of fresh berry flavor and sweetness from banana and honey.
And with only 5 minutes from start to finish, it’s the perfect breakfast for busy mornings.
Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN
If fresh blackberries aren’t available, feel free to use frozen in this easy and healthy smoothie.
Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothie
Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost.
Turkey BLT Wraps
This delicious kid-friendly twist on a classic BLT includes turkey.
The extra protein makes a filling, healthy lunch to pack up for school or work.
Spinach-Avocado Smoothie
This healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado.
you might reserve the remaining hard-boiled egg half for a snack.
Ali Redmond
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