Lunchtime is the right time to re-energize with the clean eating foods that do the body good. So instead of caving to a fast food craving or inhaling a handful of chips as you rush to the next item on the to-do list, commit to enjoying a lunch free from excess fat, sodium, sugar, and chemical additives.
Here is a 5-day clean eating lunch menu that’s perfect for weekday planning:
Day 1
Asian Salad with Crispy Chicken
With just 173 calories per serving and fab-for-the-body ingredients, this salad is a winner when it comes to clean eating recipes. It’s simple to prepare, and it includes a mild-tasting cabbage that makes it a great lunch choice.
Day 2
When you need a power lunch, this wrap is the way to go. Each wrap offers 20 grams of healthy, lean turkey to fuel your body through the afternoon. We made this recipe with our Homemade Whole Grain Tortillas. Add this tasty Greek wrap to your clean eating lunch menus.
Day 3
Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Dressing
Want clean eating foods in a recipe that tastes as good as it looks? Then give this fresh and succulent lunch a try. From the sweetness of strawberries to the crunch of fresh spinach, this healthy salad delivers all the yumminess you want—with zero guilt.
Day 4
Go veggie with this mix of superfoods, including arugula and red peppers. This clean eating meals choice delivers protein, fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants so you’ll feel good about what you’re eating. The sandwich is simple to make, too. Roast your own red peppers for this dish or purchase a jar at the grocery store.
Day 5
Philly Cheese & Chicken Sandwich
It’s the end of the week! Instead of hitting the fast food drive-through or local sub shop, sink your teeth into this tasty Philly-style sandwich. With lean chicken, sweet peppers, and onions, you won’t miss the heart-attack factor found in typical Philly-style hoagies. Make it the perfect lunch by pairing this sandwich with one of our popular clean eating recipes, Sweet Potato Fries.
Need more easy ways to clean up your lunch menu? Check out 11 Tasty Salad Toppings for Weight Loss and 3 Easy Vinaigrette Recipes for Slimming Summer Salads.
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