17 Weekend Lunches: Sandwiches, Salads & Wraps
Whether you’re in the mood for a leisurely brunch, refreshing salad bowl, or hearty wrap that packs in the flavor and nourishment. Slow down and take the time to put together a delicious weekend meal.
Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad
When you’re in the mood for a salad that’s incredibly delicious, fun to eat, and super nutritious, this garbanzo bean salad is what you’re going to want to make! Made with crunchy and fresh veggies, satisfying garbanzo beans, and a homemade vinaigrette, this salad can be prepped ahead for quick and healthy lunches or served as a side dish to your favorite protein.
Get the Recipe: Garbanzo Bean Salad.
Mediterranean Meatball Pita Sandwiches
When you’re looking for an easy, nutritious, and delicious meal, this Mediterranean chicken pita sandwich is it! We’re using a smart kitchen shortcut (frozen chicken meatballs) to cut down on prep and adding in layers of fresh produce and bright flavor with a homemade tzatziki sauce and a simple Greek chopped salad.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Meatball Pita Sandwiches.
Big Mac Salad
Skip the drive-thru and get the flavor you crave, at home. This recipe has Big Mac-inspired flavor in each bite, but with a lighter and fresher flavor. Serve with fries for a delicious and nutritious main course dinner salad.
Get the Recipe: Big Mac Salad.
Italian Chopped Salad
Quite possibly my all-time favorite salad and maybe yours, too, this is our go-to house salad and the side to so many dinners. This is the perfect chopped salad – crunchy, well-balanced, and tossed in a flavorful homemade red wine vinaigrette. Each bite is packed with bold Italian flavors.
Get the Recipe: Italian Chopped Salad.
Steak Egg and Cheese Bagels
These bagels are so hearty and delicious and an awesome weekend brunch recipe. This sandwich has perfectly cooked and tender steak piled onto a toasted bagel and topped with a fried egg, fried onions, and melty cheese. They are inspired by a popular fast food item, but so much better.
Get the Recipe: Steak Egg and Cheese Bagels.
Southwest Salad
The classic southwest salad gets a modern makeover! Greens are topped with spiced chickpeas, tomatoes, grilled chicken, sharp cheddar, guacamole, and tortilla chips so that each bite is full of flavor. You can make a few of the components ahead for an even quicker meal.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Salad.
Turkey Pesto Panini
Love the Starbucks turkey pesto panini and wondering if you can make it even BETTER? Yes, you most definitely can. This turkey panini has major layers of flavor: melty provolone cheese, flavorful pesto, deli turkey, and roasted red peppers for a little punch.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Pesto Panini.
Quinoa Black Bean Salad
This black bean quinoa salad recipe should be on the top of your recipes-to-make list! It’s light and bright, satisfying and nutritious, and loaded with plant-based protein and fiber, all with tons of layered flavor. Because it can be made ahead, it’s a great salad for everything from picnics to summer cookouts to healthy meal prep salads to get you through the week.
Get the Recipe: Black Bean Quinoa Salad.
Lox and Bagels
If you are planning a special brunch with friends or family, this spread is the perfect solution. Bagels, cream cheese, and smoked salmon are such a delicious and nutritious combination, offering up carbs, protein, and healthy fats. Add fresh produce, more flavor, and some crunchy textures with cucumber slices, tomatoes, onions, and capers.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Lox Bagels.
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
You’ll love this Greek orzo pasta salad with bright, fresh flavors and satisfying, salty bites! It’s made with classic Greek ingredients like crunchy and crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, salty feta, and fresh dill. Everything is tossed with tender pasta and a red wine vinaigrette for a salad that’s utterly delicious.
Get the Recipe: Greek Orzo Salad.
Hummus Toast
Quick, easy, nutritious, and always delicious, hummus toast is an excellent lunch option. It’s less of a recipe and more a mega list of ideas and inspiration.
Get the Recipe: Hummus Toast.
Avocado Wrap with Cucumbers
If you’re all about fresh, crunchy, and creamy flavors, this avocado wrap with cucumbers is a must-try! It’s packed with hydrating cucumbers and creamy avocado, making it the perfect light and satisfying snack to keep you energized and refreshed.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Wrap with Cucumbers.
Turkey and Egg Croissants
Tuck some turkey slices and an egg into a flaky croissant for a delicious and easy meal. Buttery croissants get a protein addition for a combination that is satisfying and filling. Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt and granola parfaits.
Get the Recipe: Turkey and Egg Croissants.
Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites
These homemade mini pizza bagel bites are just as more-ish as they sound! That’s right – one is never enough. Once you know how to make bagel bites, you’ll always want to rustle up this bite-size pizza snack.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites.
Lemon Kale Salad
This easy lemon kale salad recipe is made with crunchy lacinato kale, a bright lemon dressing, and extra flavor from crunchy panko and shredded Parmesan cheese. After my cousin brought this kale salad to Thanksgiving one year, it was requested year after year – it’s that good! You can make this delicious salad ahead of time so that you aren’t adding extra work to your meal. Just keep the dressing to the side and mix it in right before serving.
Get the Recipe: Kale Salad.
Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagels
This satisfying meal is loaded with classic breakfast flavors and will keep you going until lunchtime and is a favorite breakfast at our house. The toasted bagel is topped with bacon, a fried egg, and melty cheese for a delicious meal that’s loaded with almost 30 grams of protein. Add some sliced tomato or avocado for a little fresh produce and extra flavor.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagels.
Tofu Thai Wrap
Spice up snack time with this flavorful Tofu Thai Wrap! It is loaded with marinated tofu, crisp veggies, and a delicious peanut sauce, and it’s a satisfying, protein-packed bite that brings bold Thai-inspired flavors in a healthy, handheld wrap.
Get the Recipe: Tofu Thai Wrap.
