Packable Vegetarian & Vegan Lunches

This beautiful salad is one of the most popular recipes on the blog. It takes a little more effort to prepare this vegetarian lunch, but it's worth every second.

This farro is tossed with a zesty sun-dried tomato and walnut pesto and pan-fried eggplant. It cooks up in just 30 minutes and can be enjoyed warm or cold. so it's great for packing!

Artichokes and chickpeas are two of my favorite ingredients! They make a light and refreshing lunch in this easy salad that keeps perfectly until lunchtime. And it only takes 10 minutes to make!

If you're in the mood for a really fancy salad, this one will hit the spot. The roasted beets and blood oranges are totally gorgeous, and the lentils add a great punch of protein.

This healthy spin on classic tabbouleh is made with quinoa for an extra helping of protein. With fresh veggies and a light dressing, it makes a wonderful packable vegetarian lunch.

If you're looking for a lower carb vegetarian lunch idea, check out this refreshing zucchini noodle salad.

This simple chickpea features a flavorful blend of Moroccan spices, topped with yogurt, pistachios & pomegranate molasses. Yummy! Substitute coconut yogurt for a totally vegan lunch option.

This is my all-time favorite potato salad recipe! It's light and refreshing, easy to make, and keeps all day in a lunchbox.

Crunchy fresh veggies are tossed with orzo, feta, cheese, and a tasty Italian Vinaigrette for a simple and delicious vegetarian lunch.

For a super quick vegan-friendly lunch, check out this lentil salad. It uses pre-steamed lentils, so this dish can be ready in just 5 minutes!

I've always loved the flavor of tahini, but never thought to pair it with pasta before! I love this simple and delicious tahini pasta as a vegetarian (and vegan-friendly) lunch.

Vegetarian burritos are a great choice for a packable lunch! They can be packed with all sorts of delicious ingredients, yet stay neat in your lunch box. Check out this tasty vegan-friendly version.

Vegan sushi? Yes, please! These delicious little rolls are stuffed with fresh avocado, carrots, and sprinkled with sesame seeds. Perfect for a packable vegetarian lunch.

Craving an old fashioned tuna salad sandwich? Check out this vegetarian version made from chickpeas! It's just as tasty as the original, and healthier too.

This easy bulgur salad only takes a few minutes to throw together, but is packed with incredible flavors. It can be eaten hot or cold, making it a great packable vegetarian lunch idea.

This vegetarian risotto is flavorful and creamy. And best of all - it's easy to throw together in the instant pot. Cook a big batch and you'll have a packable lunch all week long.

Here's another classic sandwich turned vegetarian with the help of chickpeas! This time it's a vegan-ized version of the traditional chicken salad sandwich. And it's even yummier than the original!

And if chickpeas are your thing, you definitely don't want to miss this flavor-packed Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich. Yum!

These flavor-packed wraps are loaded with chickpeas, carrots, and Indian spices. And they're perfect for packing for an on-the-go lunch.

This simple egg salad recipe is sure to become one of your go-to vegetarian lunch ideas. It's quick, easy, and delicious. Eat it on its own or toss it in a sandwich or wrap for a packable lunch.

These mason jar salads may just be the ultimate packable vegetarian lunch. You can get as creative as you like with the salad fixings, toss it all in a jar, and it's ready to go!

This quinoa fried "rice" is healthier, lower in carbs, and higher in protein than traditional fried rice. And it holds up well when packed in a lunchbox for an on-the-go meal.

This flavorful Indian rice make a great packable vegetarian lunch. And it's easy to cook up a big batch in a single pot in just 30 minutes. You know I love one-pot recipes!

Another lunch recipe with tahini - so you know it must be good! This beautiful salad is packed with fresh veggies and a lemon-tahini dressing, Yum!

Soup is always a good choice for a packable lunch, and this vegan mushroom soup is no exception. It's loaded with fresh mushrooms, veggie broth, and delicious spices for a belly-warming meal.

It's strawberry season down here in Florida, and I can't think of a better way to eat them than this Cucumber Strawberry Salad. It's fresh and light, and totally delicious.

Here's another creative vegetarian salad that's too good to miss. Fresh spinach and apples are tossed with cranberries, nuts, and feta cheese for a huge burst of flavor!

These Kung Pao Chickpeas make a great simple dinner, but they're also perfect for a weekday lunch. They cook up in the instant pot so you can make a big batch at once, and pack it for lunch all week long.

This Chickpea Orzo Salad is a perfect meal prep recipe. It's packed with nutritious flavor, and perfectly suited for making ahead of time so you can have a homemade lunch every day of the week.

This summer-inspired salad comes together in less than 30 minutes! Quinoa and chickpeas are tossed with fresh cucumbers, crisp bell peppers and crunchy carrots, then drizzled with a light lemon dill dressing. 

These make-ahead muffins are perfect for an quick on-the-go meal. Pack a few, along with some fresh veggies and dip, and you have an easy vegetarian lunch.

These vegetarian wraps are a super-healthy lunch idea. Packed with lima beans, broccoli, and hearts of palm - it's a nutritional powerhouse.

This easy 5-ingredient soup is perfect for packing in a thermos on those chilly winter days. It's warm and cheesy and totally addictive.

These adorable pinwheel sandwiches are perfect for packing, and kid-friendly too. Perfect for those school lunchboxes!

Falafel is one of my all-time favorite foods. Make yourself a big batch and pack it with a little tzatziki dipping sauce, or stuff it into pitas for a tasty vegetarian sandwich.

This incredible Peruvian Sandwich (called "sanguche") is filled with Peruvian spices and roasted vegetables for loads of flavor.

Pasta salads are one of my favorite go-to lunch ideas. This easy pesto pasta salad is a great option for a simple packable lunch that packs a ton of flavor.

Pan-roasted chickpea are tossed with fresh apples and celery, then drizzled with avocado-peanut butter dressing for this decadent vegan lunch.

This raw vegan salad makes for a incredible summer lunch. Loads of fresh veggies are tossed with mixed nuts and a light olive oil - lemon dressing.

I totally love burrito bowls - check out my vegetarian and vegan versions. But I never would have thought to make them into packable lunches with the help of mason jars!

These tasty quinoa bowls are another great vegan meal prep option. They're loaded with quinoa, spinach, carrots, almonds, and a delicious ginger-garlic-soy dressing!

Here's another take on a vegan "egg salad" - but this one is made with tofu! No cooking needed and it's ready in just 10 minutes!

Ready for the ultimate vegetarian sandwich? Layers of smoky eggplant and fresh veggies are piled onto panini bread, then toasted to perfection! Perfect for packable lunches or taking on-the-go.