3 Easy High-Protein Lunches with Simple Ingredients for a Midday Boost

Chickpea Salad Sandwich

• Ingredients: Canned chickpeas, whole grain bread, Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

• Preparation: Mash chickpeas in a bowl and mix with Greek yogurt, diced celery, chopped red onion, a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve the mixture on whole grain bread for a fiber-rich, protein-packed lunch.

1. Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl

   • Ingredients: Quinoa, canned black beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, lime, cilantro, salt, and pepper.

   • Preparation: Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Mix cooked quinoa with rinsed black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, a squeeze of lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. This bowl is a powerhouse of protein and healthy fats.

2. Turkey and Spinach Wrap

   • Ingredients: Whole wheat tortillas, sliced turkey breast, baby spinach, low-fat cheese, mustard or hummus.

   • Preparation: Lay a whole wheat tortilla flat and spread a thin layer of mustard or hummus. Add a layer of baby spinach, top with sliced turkey breast and a sprinkle of low-fat cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly, slice in half, and enjoy a delicious, high-protein wrap that’s easy to make and perfect for on-the-go.