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These lunches are in my regular meal rotation for many reasons. First and foremost, they featureanti-inflammatory ingredientslike dark leafy greens, whole-wheat bread, natural peanut butter and more. Plus, each dish takes no more than 10 minutes to make, which for me isn’t a want but a need. Fresh, simple and satisfying are the three words I strive for when it comes to my lunches, so here’s some of my go-tos that I look forward to throughout the week.
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Spinach Salad
I will always find a way to add spinach into my meals because it is my favorite dark leafy green. When it comes to midday meals, I prepare a spinach salad for lunch at least once a week. This summer, I’m loving thisStrawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado & Walnutsbecause it’s packed with nutritious ingredients that can help keep my inflammation symptoms at bay. For a lighter option, thisApple-Cranberry Spinach Salad with Goat Cheesesatisfies.
Caprese Sandwich
I have already raved about myfavorite high-protein sandwich, which isEatingWell’sCaprese Sandwichrecipe. I always have all the ingredients on hand for this simple, nutritious meal. All you need is tomato, basil, sliced mozzarella cheese, balsamic glaze and your favorite type of sandwich bread. For a dish that focuses on anti-inflammatory ingredients, I’ll use whole-wheat bread, add some spinach or any leafy green I have that week and, if I don’t have fresh basil to use, spread on some pesto. My swaps are pretty similar to ourCucumber Caprese Sandwich, which highlights cucumber, kale and mayo as its yummy add-ins to the classic sandwich.
Loaded Toast
If I’m not feeling a whole sandwich and just need a light yet satisfying bite, I opt for thisCaprese Avocado Toast. The addition of avocado is a delicious, anti-inflammatory spread to hold all of the toppings together in each bite. Our highly ratedRicotta-Tomato Toastis next on my list to try out for lunch, because it includes my three favorite things: bread, cheese and in-season produce I keep stocked in my refrigerator.
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Cream Cheese & Veggie Wrap
Wraps are my favorite clean-out-the-fridge meals, and myfavorite anti-inflammatory wrapjust has veggie cream cheese, bell peppers and spinach in a whole-wheat tortilla. Sometimes I’ll throw in even more veggies if I have them on hand, like carrots and shredded cabbage to mimic theseRainbow Veggie Wraps. Don’t be afraid to use up your produce while it’s fresh!
Fruit & Cheese Platter
Quite honestly, I could eat a fruit-and-cheese snack plate for breakfast, lunch anddinner. Whether I’m making a copycat version of my favoriteStarbucks Fruit & Cheese Boxor if I’m taking the time to meal-prep my own anti-inflammatory bean dip for aSweet & Savory Hummus Plate, the results are always worth it.
Toaster Waffles with Peanut Butter & Jam
Whenever I have a savory meal early in the day, likeAvocado Toastor abagel, I like to make myself breakfast for lunch. One of my favorites is thisPeanut Butter & Berries Waffle Sandwichthat tastes like an elevated PB&J. All of these ingredients can help reduce inflammation and it’s incredibly easy to make, so I never get tired of making it. For more breakfast ideas, check out this list ofmy favorite easy anti-inflammatory breakfast recipesthat I make on repeat.
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