It's too easy to reach for the quick burger and fries on your lunch break. But with some quick prep work and forethought, you can make a more healthy and fulfilling lunch for yourself or for your family. It's a good idea to use lunch as an opportunity to work healthy foods into your diet, keeping yourself in great shape and full throughout the day.
Ingredients
- Silverware
- 2 slices of whole grain bread
- One or 2 slices of lean white meat
- 3 pieces of dark green lettuce
- One teaspoon of low fat mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sliced raw vegetables
- 3/4 cup berries or one piece of fruit
- One small bag of baked chips
- Water or low sugar juice
Steps
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Toast the bread , if desired.
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Add the mayonnaise, lettuce and meat to the sandwich.Advertisement
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Wash and slice the vegetables .
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Wash the fruit.
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Store the sandwich, vegetables and fruit in ziplock bags .
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Grab a bag of baked chips .
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Fill a drinking bottle with your liquid of choice.
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Place everything in a lunch box or insulated lunch bag.
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Remember to take your lunch to school or work.Advertisement
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QuestionWhat if I want something small?Community AnswerIn that case, some veggies and protein (like turkey, eggs, etc.) could be a great choice.
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QuestionWhat about ham salad, or wraps with ham and lettuce?Community AnswerHam salad, if it's store bought, tends to have an excessive amount of salt. So I would say that the wrap with ham and lettuce is healthier.
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Tips
- Always wash fruits and vegetables to remove pesticides and other residue.Thanks
- If you wish, make a whole wheat wrap with the same ingredients.Thanks
- Place your lunch in a refrigerator at work, if possible.Thanks
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Warnings
- Be careful not to burn the toasting bread.Thanks
- Use caution with sharp kitchen utensils.Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- Toaster (optional)
- Knife
- Cutting board
- 3 or 4 ziplock bags
- Drinking bottle
- Lunch box or insulated lunch bag
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