Lunch

You need quick and easy lunch recipes for school, and healthy lunch recipes for work to make on busy weeks. Don’t miss recipes for lunch at home, too!

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    Italian Broccoli Pasta Salad

    "I've served this dish at our children's graduation parties, and everyone has asked for the recipe," Loretta Conrey notes from...


    Greek Pork Wraps

    If you like gyros, you'll love these strips of grilled pork wrapped in tortillas. It's become a popular summer dish...


    Peachy Rice Salad

    We especially love this refreshing rice salad in summer, when fresh peaches are available. Yogurt and honey make light dressing...


    Italian Turkey Sandwiches

    I hope you enjoy these tasty turkey sandwiches as much as our family does. The recipe makes plenty, so it's...


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    Dill Pickle Potato Salad

    This creamy dill pickle potato salad makes a flavorful and attractive addition to a Fourth of July picnic or church...


    Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef

    This juicy shredded beef is so popular at summer gatherings. The tender meat is slow-cooked in a savory sauce that...


    Cashew Turkey Pasta Salad

    Cashews add a nice crunch to this grilled turkey and spiral pasta combo. I first tasted this salad at a...


    Italian Turkey Burgers

    Seasoned with oregano and Parmesan cheese, these plump burgers are a delicious change-of-pace entree. I like to serve them on...

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    Contest-Winning Picnic Pasta Salad

    My family's not big on traditional pasta salads made with mayonnaise, so when I served this colorful version that uses...


    Luau Centerpiece

    We couldn't wait to dig into this centerpiece at our Hawaiian Luau theme parties.—Carol Wakley, North East, Pennsylvania


    Tarragon Salad Dressing

    Marie Hoyer of Lewistown, Montana whisks together tarragon, chives, parsley and Dijon mustard in her delightful vinaigrette. The fast-to-fix dressing...


    Black Bean Rice Burgers

    A salsa and sour cream sauce helps dress up these hearty vegetarian burgers. "My fiance, who's a confirmed meat-and-potatoes man,...



    Lemon Artichoke Romaine Salad

    "I created this dish when I was trying to duplicate a very lemony Caesar salad," recalls Kathy Armstrong of Post...


    Herb Vegetable Orzo Salad

    The chilled salad our Test Kitchen tossed together is an ideal warm-weather refresher. Golden corn, grape tomatoes and fresh basil...


    Quick Cottage Cheese Salad

    I found this recipe years ago. It makes a nice side dish with dinner, but I often serve it as...


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    Simple Waldorf Salad

    From a luxury hotel in the 1800s to your table, this easy Waldorf salad is tangy-sweet and ready in 10...

    Lemony Zucchini Ribbons

    Fresh zucchini gets a shave and a drizzle of lemony goodness in this fab salad. Sprinkle the goat cheese or...


    Asian Chicken Crunch Wraps

    My kids love all kinds of wraps and Asian foods. This is an easy go-to in our house that works...


    Watermelon Feta Flag Salad

    Our family celebrates the Fourth of July with a watermelon salad that resembles the flag. Here’s an all-American centerpiece that’s...


    Shrimp Panzanella Salad

    These days, I’m only cooking for two. After working in the garden, I can dash indoors and have this shrimp...


    Jicama Citrus Salad

    Never tried jicama? It is a crunchy Mexican turnip, and I love to use it in this super easy salad....


    Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese

    My family combined two of our favorite things: pulled pork and grilled cheese sandwiches. This recipe is super fast and...

    Sliders with Spicy Berry Sauce

    For patriotic food, you can’t beat a burger. My sliders have red tomatoes, white cheddar and blueberry sauce. For extra...


    Shrimp Avocado Salad

    Shrimp avocado salad mixes tender shellfish with fresh vegetables for a cool, protein-filled lunch or easy light dinner.


    Summer Chicken Macaroni Salad

    Sure, you have a macaroni salad recipe, but do you have a chicken macaroni salad? This one's filled with bright,...


    Herby Pea Salad

    We love spring vegetables. One Mother's Day I came up with this flavorful green salad that everyone enjoyed. You could...


    Garden Cucumber Salad

    If you like cucumber salad like I do, this one’s a cool pick. It’s a mix of fresh veggies, feta...


    Asian Chicken Salad

    Our Asian chicken salad transforms the classic American chicken salad into a vibrant, Asian-inspired dish in just 25 minutes, combining...