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There are two types of people in this world: those who could eat the same thing every day for lunch and never get tired of it, and those who need something new all the time. If you're the latter and are in need of new recipes to mix up your lunch, we've got you covered. Celebrity trainer Jeanette Jenkins shared her go-to recipes in partnership with California walnuts, and we're actually excited to meal prep them.
"I love these meals because they're packed with omega-3 healthy fats from walnuts," Jeanette told POPSUGAR. All the recipes contain walnuts, which are high in omega-3s and antioxidants and may be able to decrease inflammation , improve your gut health, help manage your weight, and support brain function.
If you're in need of lunch inspiration, check out Jeanette's delicious lunch recipes ahead.
Walnut, Pear, and Strawberry Salad
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If you're tired of eating the same salad every day, try Jeanette's simple walnut, pear, and strawberry salad.
3 cups red leaf lettuce
1/2 pear
7 walnuts, halved
5 strawberries, whole
1 tablespoon fat-free feta cheese
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Dash of Himalayan salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 / 5
Honey Mustard Walnut Chicken Bowl
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If you're looking for something a little more filling and full of protein, try Jeanette's honey-mustard walnut chicken bowl.
1/2 chicken breast
1/2 sweet potato
1/4 cup basmati rice
1 cup broccoli
1/2 red pepper, chopped
5 walnuts, halved
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons mustard
1 green onion
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic (optional)
Himalayan salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
2 / 5
Walnut Tomato Avocado Toast
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Want something quick and easy? Try Jeanette's take on avocado toast.
2 slices bread
1 avocado
5-7 walnuts, halved
5-7 cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
Dash of Himalayan salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 / 5
Open-Face Tuna Sandwich With Walnuts
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Get your protein fix in with this easy-to-make tuna sandwich.
1 can tuna
5-7 walnuts, halved
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon mustard
2 dill pickles, chopped
1 tablespoon relish
7-10 cherry or grape tomatoes
1/4 cup red onions, chopped
1/2 celery stalk, chopped
Himalayan salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
2 slices bread (recommended: Dave's Killer Bread) or 2 pieces romaine lettuce
4 / 5
Fruit and Walnut Greek Yogurt Bowl
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If you've got a sweet tooth, you'll definitely want to try Jeanette's fruit and walnut Greek yogurt bowl.
6 to 7 walnuts, halved
1/4 of a whole banana
1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
10 blueberries
4 whole strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons dried goji berries
5 / 5