Turn your boring desk lunch into the most exciting meal of the day with these 20 gluten free lunch ideas and recipes! From protein-packed bowls, to satisfying salads, easy wraps and sandwiches, plus updated versions of lunchtime classics, these delicious recipes will power you through your day in a healthful way.
I once worked in an office directly above a pizza shop, and what little will power I had over eating pizza by the slice for lunch every single day when I started that job was GONE when I eventually left. (To be fair it was a Pizza Luce, so.)
Take back your (will)power with this list of 20 Gluten Free Lunch Ideas that I promise are just as good as a slice of pizza, and won’t leave you craving a nap afterwards.
From protein-packed bowls, to fast food-inspired salads, satisfying sandwiches, and vegan versions of lunch-time classics, these fresh and easy lunch recipes and ideas will power you through your day in a delicious and healthful way!
Gluten Free Lunch Recipes and Ideas
Jennifer Aniston Salad
The Jennifer Aniston Salad is fresh, crunchy, and packed with plant-based protein. Enjoy this light, gluten free salad as a healthy lunch or dinner.
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Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing
Thai Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing is packed with plant based protein. You will love every drop of this healthy, filling, flavorful dish!
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Italian Chickpea Salad
Italian Chickpea Salad is a simple vegetarian salad recipe that's full of fresh and healthy ingredients. Perfect for snacks and lunches!
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Crispy Cheesy Tuna Melt
Tuna Melt sandwiches are crispy, cheesy, and filling! This classic tuna sandwich recipe is perfect for an easy yet satisfying lunch or dinner.
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Chickpea Chicken Salad
Chickpea Chicken Salad will trick your tastebuds in the very best way. This easy chickpea recipe is a filling plant-based, protein-packed lunch option that can be made in minutes.
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Cheeseburger Quesadillas
Ditch the bun for Cheeseburger Quesadillas! This quick, fun, and crispy spin on cheeseburgers goes from fridge to table in just 30 minutes.
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Chicken Caesar Pesto Panini
Chicken Caesar Pesto Panini is simply mouthwatering! Jazz up your everyday grilled cheese with this elevated combo that features fresh pesto, gooey mozzarella cheese, and decadent caesar dressing.
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Gluten Free Cheeseburger Bombs
Gluten Free Cheeseburger Bombs are soft and chewy, ultra cheesy, and best served with homemade Special Sauce!
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Quinoa Power Salad
Quinoa Power Salad combines quinoa, chicken, bacon, dates, and brussels sprouts to power you through the day. A craveable combination of flavors and textures!
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BLT Egg Salad Jars
BLT Egg Salad Jars are fresh, delicious and satisfying — plus they're packed with protein! Assemble for easy, grab-and-go lunches.
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Chicken Power Bowls with Crispy Baked Garbanzo Beans
Chicken Power Bowls with Crispy Baked Garbanzo Beans are packed with protein to keep you going for hours! Fresh, healthy, and filling.
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Chicken Caesar Salad Pasta
Chicken Caesar Salad Pasta is a fun and filling twist on classic Caesar Salad! Perfect for parties and potlucks, or simply dinner tonight.
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Kale and Wild Rice Bowls with Honey-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Kale and Wild Rice Bowls with Honey-Balsamic Vinaigrette are hearty but fresh and full of flavor. This healthy salad recipe really satisfies!
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Dill Pickle Tuna Salad
Dill Pickle Tuna Salad is a protein-packed, 5 ingredient lunch to pairs with lettuce, bread, or crackers. Protein-packed and full of crunch!
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Italian Quinoa Salad
Italian Quinoa Salad is bursting with fresh and zesty flavors, packed with protein, and light and healthy too. Serve as a filling, gluten free lunch or side dish with dinner.
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Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Chicken Shawarma Bowl is PACKED with fresh, bold, Mediterranean flavor! This healthy bowl meal is as much fun to look at, as it is to eat.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls with Chili-Lime Dressing
Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls with Chili-Lime Dressing are healthy, plant-based bowls packed with flavor, texture, and staying power!
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Superfood Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Gluten-free Superfood Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette combines ultra-healthy and flavorful ingredients in a light-yet-filling meal.
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Apple Tarragon Chicken Salad
Apple Tarragon Chicken Salad is a fresh and easy lunch recipe. Serve with lettuce or in between slices of bread.
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Italian Sub Salad
Italian Sub Salad tastes like a jam-packed deli sub – minus the bread. This healthy, gluten free entree salad is fresh, filling, and packed with craveable flavor!
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Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut Dressing
Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut Dressing is a light and healthy salad recipe that's packed with craveable flavor and crunch!
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Spicy Tuna Roll Bowls
Dress up a can of tuna and make Spicy Tuna Roll Bowls! These light and healthy yet protein-packed bowls pack a flavor PUNCH!
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Apple Orchard Panini
Apple Orchard Panini is a seasonal grilled cheese recipe that's packed with gooey cheese, deli turkey, fresh apple slices, and apple butter. Fall sandwich perfection!
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Turkey Avocado Hummus Wrap
Turkey Avocado Hummus Wrap is a quick and filling lunch that takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Fresh and full of protein!
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Big Mac Salad
A Big Mac Salad will fill you up without weighing you down. This low-carb, gluten free version of the drive thru classic is healthy, satisfying, and full of protein!
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