Lunchtime Remix: Two Delightful Bowls to Beat the Boring!

Ugh, the dreaded lunch rut. Stuck in a cycle of the same old sandwich or salad day in and day out? Fear not, fellow foodies! Today, we’re breaking the cycle with two incredibly delicious and easy lunch bowls that are packed with flavor and nutrients.

Bowl #1: The Green Goddess

This vibrant bowl is a celebration of fresh, healthy ingredients that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup steamed or boiled broccoli florets
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 avocado, diced
• 2 scrambled eggs
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• Drizzle of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Steam or boil broccoli florets until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
2. While the broccoli cooks, scramble two eggs in a pan with a touch of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. In a bowl, combine the broccoli, cucumber, avocado, and scrambled eggs.
4. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds for a delightful crunch.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Bowl #2: The Mediterranean Remix ☀️

This bowl offers a taste of the Mediterranean, bursting with protein, healthy fats, and a delightful combination of textures.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
• 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• 1 hard-boiled egg, quartered
• 1/4 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
• 2 cups baby spinach
• Lemon Vinaigrette (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the spinach, tuna, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and olives.
2. Top with quartered hard-boiled egg.
3. Drizzle with your favorite lemon vinaigrette.

Tips:

• Feel free to customize these bowls! Don’t like broccoli? Swap it for roasted asparagus or bell peppers. No avocado? Try crumbled feta cheese or chopped walnuts for added texture. The possibilities are endless!
• Prepping these bowls in advance is a great way to save time. Cook and chop your vegetables on the weekend, and assemble the bowls each morning before work or school.
• Pack the dressing separately to prevent the salad greens from getting soggy.

With these two lunch bowl inspirations, you can ditch the lunchtime blues and enjoy delicious, healthy meals that will keep you going strong all afternoon! So get creative, explore different flavors, and discover the joy of a truly satisfying lunch break.