Lunch Recipes
Quinoa Salad
- 1/2 cup of quinoa
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup of cucumber, chopped
- 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons of your favorite vinaigrette
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed.
- Remove the quinoa from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Allow the quinoa to cool to room temperature. You can place it in the fridge to speed up this process.
- Once the quinoa is cooled, combine it with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and crumbled feta in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the salad with your favorite vinaigrette and mix until the salad is evenly coated. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Veggie Hummus Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of whole grain bread
- 4 tablespoons of hummus (you may want to add more to taste)
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
- 4 lettuce leaves
Instructions:
- Begin by spreading a tablespoon of hummus onto one side of each slice of bread.
- On two of the slices, evenly distribute the cucumber and bell pepper slices.
- Top each slice with two lettuce leaves.
- Complete the sandwiches with the remaining slices of bread, hummus side down.
- Cut each sandwich in half if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and healthy Veggie Hummus Sandwich!
Chicken Caesar Wraps
Ingredients:
- 1 grilled chicken breast (about 6-8 oz)
- 2 large tortilla wraps
- 1 cup of chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 tablespoons of Caesar dressing
- 2 tablespoons of shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- First, grill the chicken breast until it is fully cooked, which usually takes about 6-8 minutes per side depending on the thickness. Once cooked, let it cool slightly and then slice it into thin strips.
- Lay out the two tortilla wraps on a flat surface.
- Distribute the chopped romaine lettuce evenly onto the center of each wrap.
- Arrange the sliced grilled chicken over the lettuce.
- Drizzle each wrap with a tablespoon of Caesar dressing.
- Sprinkle a tablespoon of shredded Parmesan cheese on top of each wrap.
- Finally, fold the wrap tightly, tucking in the ends as you roll. Slice in half before serving, if desired. Enjoy your fresh and satisfying Chicken Caesar Wraps!
Chickpea Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces) of chickpeas
- 1 cucumber
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Start by draining and rinsing the chickpeas under cold water.
- Peel the cucumber and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice to make a dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or store in a cool place until you’re ready to eat.
Caprese Skewers
Ingredients:
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 12 small mozzarella balls
- 24 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze
Instructions:
- First, gather your ingredients and skewers.
- Thread one cherry tomato onto the skewer.
- Next, thread a small mozzarella ball onto the skewer.
- Follow this with a fresh basil leaf.
- Repeat this pattern until you have four sets of each ingredient on the skewer.
- Repeat the above steps with a second skewer.
- Once both skewers are prepared, drizzle them with the olive oil and then the balsamic glaze.
- The Caprese Skewers are now ready to be enjoyed. This fresh and light recipe is a fantastic appetizer or side dish when you’re cooking on the road!
Balsamic Glaze Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
Instructions:
- Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan.
- Add the brown sugar and stir until it is dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, stirring occasionally. It should take about 15-20 minutes for the mixture to reduce by half and become syrupy.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the balsamic glaze cool. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Note: This recipe will produce more than needed for two servings of Caprese Skewers. Store the leftover balsamic glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for several weeks and can be used in other recipes or as a dressing or drizzle for salads and roasted vegetables.
Tuna Salad Wraps for Two
Ingredients:
- 2 (5-ounce) cans of tuna
- 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup of diced celery
- 2 large lettuce leaves
- 2 large tortilla wraps
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix the drained tuna with the mayonnaise and diced celery until well combined.
- Lay out your tortillas and place a lettuce leaf in the middle of each one.
- Divide the tuna salad evenly between the two tortillas, placing it on top of the lettuce.
- Carefully roll up the tortillas, making sure to tuck in the ends to hold all the ingredients inside.
- Cut in half and serve immediately, or wrap them up and save them for later – they make a great on-the-go lunch option!
Chicken and Veggie Foil Packets
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your campfire or grill to medium heat.
- Take two large pieces of aluminum foil and place one chicken breast in the center of each piece.
- Divide the bell peppers, onion, and zucchini evenly between the two foil packets, arranging them around the chicken.
- Drizzle each packet with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables, sealing it to create a packet.
- Place the foil packets on the campfire grill and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Carefully open the packets (watch for steam), check the chicken is cooked thoroughly, and serve right from the foil for an easy clean-up. Enjoy!