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By emma hynes

Easy Cold Lunch Ideas for Work and School

Cold lunches don’t have to be boring or bland, they can be fresh, flavorful, and easy to prep ahead.

These cold lunch ideas are perfect for busy schedules and warm weather. No reheating, no fuss, just grab, go, and enjoy.

Buckwheat noodles tossed in a sesame-soy dressing with shredded carrots, edamame, and green onion. It’s light, savory, and filling without being heavy.

Cold Soba Noodle Bowl

Loaded with protein and fiber, this salad keeps you full and energized. Add lime juice and avocado for a zesty, creamy finish.

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

Stack salami, prosciutto, provolone, lettuce, and pickled peppers on a crusty baguette. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar for that classic deli flavor.

Italian Deli Sub

Chopped romaine, chicken breast, Parmesan, and Caesar dressing rolled into a tortilla. It’s crunchy, creamy, and holds up well for lunch on the go.

Chicken Caesar Wrap

A fresh and tangy combo of pasta, cucumber, red onion, and dill in a creamy lemony dressing. Add chicken or tuna to make it a meal.

Creamy Dill Pasta Salad

An adult Lunchable is a grown-up version of the childhood classic. Using a bento-style lunch, pack a mix of meats, cheeses, crackers, fresh fruit, nuts, and dips. 

Adult Lunchable

A Big Mac Salad takes all the iconic flavors of the classic burger, seasoned ground beef, shredded lettuce, pickles, onions, cheddar cheese, and a tangy “special sauce”, and turns them into a fresh, low-carb salad.

Big Mac Salad

Chicken salad is a versatile and satisfying cold lunch option made by mixing cooked, shredded or chopped chicken with creamy mayo or Greek yogurt, plus add-ins like celery, onions, grapes, or nuts for crunch and flavor.

Chicken Salad

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