15 Low-Calorie Lunch Ideas to Help You Stay on Track
Sticking to healthy eating goals doesn’t mean you have to settle for bland or boring meals. I love finding low-calorie lunch ideas that are packed with flavor and keep me feeling full and energized. These recipes are all aabout balance—delicious ingredients that satisfy without the extra calories.
From vibrant salads to hearty bowls and wraps, these lunches make it easy to stay on track without feeling deprived. They’re simple to prepare and perfect for meal prep, helping you save time and stay consistent with your goals.
If you’re looking for fresh, light, and satisfying meals that support a healthy lifestyle, these low-calorie lunch ideas are perfect. Let’s dig into these tasty recipes that make lunch the best part of the day!
1- CHICKEN MOZZARELLA PASTA
This Chicken Mozzarella Pasta recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner. It features one of the best homemade creamy pasta sauces! a homemade sun-dried tomato, shredded mozzarella cheese, and a mix of spices to kick things a little bit.
2- GREEK YOGURT MARINATED CHICKEN
This Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken is so juicy and packed with flavor. It does require some time for marinating but is definitely worth the wait. The marinade is full of garlic, onion, lemon, and spices.
3- CREAMY MOZZARELLA SHRIMP PASTA
This Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta is one of my favorite meals. This meal is so simple to prepare that you could make it just before dinner and still be ready. This shrimp pasta is a fairly simple recipe, making it the ideal option for a weekday meal. There are only really 4 steps in the recipe.
4- QUICHE FLORENTINE
This Quiche Florentine is hearty, savory and tasty! It is quick and easy to make. This homemade spinach quiche is great for brunch, healthy breakfast, family dinners, leftovers and meal prep.
5- Shrimp Cacciatore
This pescatarian-friendly shrimp cacciatore for two is hearty and rustic, with notes of tangy tomato, plump shrimp, and sweet red peppers.
6- SKIRT STEAK
This skirt steak recipe is quick, easy, healthy, and incredibly tender! The steak comes out juicy, savory, and hearty. This quick and easy recipe takes only 15 minutes from start to finish.
7- parmesan crusted baked walleye
This Parmesan Crusted Baked Walleye is the absolute BEST way to cook up this tasty freshwater fish! This recipe features parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and various spices coated around fresh walleye fillets. It’s super easy and quick to bake in the oven!
8- Edamame Salad
Light and crisp salad packed with vibrant colors and fresh flavor! Serve as a refreshing side or as a main dish over rice.
9- TUNA AND BEAN SALAD WITH CORN AND AVOCADO
This tuna and bean salad with corn and avocado is super fresh, full of texture, and packed with flavor! Tuna mixed with red kidney beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes and green onion, all tossed in a delicious tangy dressing.
10- Plain Chow Mein (Chinese Noodles)
Plain chow mein with beansprouts tossed in a delicious chow mein sauce. This Chinese takeaway stir fry is utterly delicious and ready in only 10 minutes. Let’s get cooking!
11- California Chicken Salad
This California Chicken Salad recipe features a creamy dressing with greek yogurt and grapes, cashews, and celery that add great texture and fresh flavors. It makes a delicious meal and is perfect with croissants, crackers, in a pita, or served over a bed of greens.
12- Air Fryer Orange Chicken
This air fryer orange chicken will make you think twice about ordering take-out. It’s easy, delicious, packed with protein, and made right in the air fryer. Dinner will be ready in under 30 minutes and it may just become a family favorite.
13- Chicken Korma
Chicken korma is a rich and creamy Indian curry made with chicken, yogurt, spices, and nuts. It is characterized by its mild flavor and velvety creamy texture. Chicken korma is a popular dish in India and is often served with rice or naan bread!
14- Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe
Asian-inspired Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry skillet, prepared in just one pan within minutes. This is my go-to meal when I’m in a rush and craving for Asian flavors and wholesome ingredients.
15- GREEN VEGGIE SCRAMBLED EGGS
These veggie greenscrambled eggs (with spinach) are nutritious, tasty and a fun way to start your day! This high protein breakfast scramble is bursting with dazzling colors and fresh vegetables.
