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Make-Ahead Lunch Recipes To Last You All Week

By Nancy Mock, tasteofhome.comBy Nancy Mock, tasteofhome.com

Cook these delicious dishes today, divide them into containers and enjoy wholesome, homemade lunches all week long.

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Lime Chicken Tacos Exps Sscrds17 34347 B03 22 1b 2 2
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Lime Chicken Tacos

This slow-cooked taco filling can be easily portioned out for the week, packed with a soft tortilla and sour cream on the side.

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Grilled Steak Fajitas Exps Tohpp19 10844 B08 27 5b 1
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Grilled Steak Fajitas

“This tasty main dish is as quick and easy to assemble as tacos. Marinating the meat overnight makes it very tender.” —Pamela Pogue, Quitman, Texas

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Shredded Chicken Gyros
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Shredded Chicken Gyros

Pack this tasty filling in a container with a pita and toppings and roll up a tasty gyro at your desk.

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Pepperoni Pizza Loaf
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Pepperoni Pizza Loaf

Bake up this loaded, golden pizza loaf on Sunday and enjoy slices for lunch all week.

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Cashew Chicken Rotini Salad Exps Mrrmz16 32995 C09 01 4b 9 2
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Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad

This bright salad is refreshing, satisfying, and easy to make ahead.

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Honey Lime Roasted Chicken; Meal Prep
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Honey-Lime Roasted Chicken

“It’s hard to believe this finger-licking main course starts with only five ingredients. The chicken is easy, light and so good.” —Lori Carbonell, Springfield, Vermont

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Quinoa Turkey Chili Exps47009 Thhc2238741b08 30 9bc Rms 2 2
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Quinoa Turkey Chili

This hearty, heart-healthy chili can be made ahead, portioned out and warmed up for lunches.

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Chicken salad recipe
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Chicken Salad

This chicken salad recipe is great to make ahead for busy days. Serve with some crackers or toast for a complete meal.

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Pressure Cooker Char Siu Pork Exps Tohpp19 207920 B08 27 2b 1
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Pressure-Cooker Char Siu Pork

This juicy pork is tasty as is, in a bun or over rice.

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Mediterranean Bulgur Salad Exps Ghtjs18 32211 B08 29 4b 2 2
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Mediterranean Bulgur Salad

Pack up this delicious vegetarian salad as it is or add chicken or tofu for extra protein.

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Spinach And Cheese Lasagna Rolls Meal Prep
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Spinach and Cheese Lasagna Rolls

These Italian-inspired roll-ups are fast and fun to make. They may look elegant, but they are also very kid-friendly.

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Turkey Dumpling Stew Exps Hck18 17249 B03 07 2b 3
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Turkey Dumpling Stew

Simmered on Sunday, this flavourful stew makes for warm and satisfying lunches all week.

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Gingered Spaghetti Salad
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Gingered Spaghetti Salad

“We love this chilled chicken salad brimming with colourful veggies. Make it meatless by omitting the chicken and tossing in more edamame.” —Cindy Heinbaugh, Aurora, Colorado

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Check out more inspired lunch ideas (that aren’t sandwiches)!

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