Here is my list of basic staples for some healthy lunches.
- Protein powder (I've been using Optimum Nutrition Naturally Flavored 100% Whey Gold Standard in strawberry.)
- Organic blend of 50/50 romaine lettuce & spinach salad
- Baby carrots
- Cucumbers
- Celery
- Grape/cherry tomatoes
- Albacore tuna packets
- Chicken breast (The Daily Chef brand from Sam's Club is delicious!)
- Whole wheat tortillas or pita bread
- Gardein breaded chick'n tenders (These are a new obsession of mine! I'm not a vegetarian but they're delicious! and so easy to cook up and throw in a salad!
- Healthy peanut butter (I really like Krema.)
- Low-fat string cheese (I like Weight Watchers), Babybel cheese, or Laughing Cow Wedges (I like Queso Fresco & Chipotle)
- Hummus (I love Sabra: Roasted Red Pepper and Roasted Pine Nut.) [Just remember: The serving size is just 2 tbsp!]
- Whole grain crackers (I like Kashi) or pita chips (I like Stacy's)
- Brown rice (I love the boil-in-bag option. 1 bag makes 2 servings, so divide it up and you'll have it already made for another meal! Top with some beans or mixed veggies & chicken!)