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Easy Homemade Lunches

Making quick work of deciding what to eat for the midday meal is simple with these easy homemade lunches. Whether you are packing for school, heading to the office, or staying at home with the kids, these ideas are designed to be fast and nutritious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 lunch
Course: Lunch
Calories: 253
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole wheat pita bread
  • 1/4 cup hummus store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup carrots sliced
  • 1/4 cup lettuce shredded
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 ounce cubed cheese optional
  • 1/2 cup sliced fruit optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare your workspace and gather all your fresh vegetables and the pita bread.
  2. Take the whole wheat pita bread and cut it into small, easy-to-handle wedges.
  3. Place the hummus in a small bowl or a section of a divided lunchbox.
  4. Arrange the sliced cucumbers, carrots, lettuce, and cherry tomatoes alongside the pita wedges.
  5. If desired, add a serving of cubed cheese and a side of fresh sliced fruit to round out the meal.
  6. Serve immediately or pack into an airtight container for later use.

Notes

To make the most of your easy homemade lunches, think of one main item and surround it with different food groups like fruit, veggies, dairy, and whole grains. Taking shortcuts is highly recommended; use salad kits, precooked rice, canned beans, and frozen veggies to simplify your meal prep.
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