20 Whole30-Approved Lunches That Will Actually Make You Excited to Eat
Ah, yes, Whole30. Something that I know about well, after completing three rounds of the diet. The Whole30 diet can be really restrictive, and the need for willpower is critical. During these 30 days, one gives up dairy, sugar, legumes, alcohol, grains, bread, and anything made with white flour. You also can't "cheat" by making junk food compliant, for example, pizza with cauliflower crust. It's a no-go.
Without meal prepping and planning, Whole30 will seem like a chore. And without mixing up your flavor profiles, you're going to be off the wagon real fast. Personally, I realized that cooking the night before and having extra for lunch the next day really made a huge difference in my success — especially when I was obsessed with what I made for dinner.
Here are some delicious Whole30-approved lunches that are easy to transport (although some Pyrex or mason jars may be necessary!) and will have you anxiously awaiting your lunch break.
Egg With Vegetables
Get the recipe: egg with vegetables
Easy Roasted Chicken Breast
Get the recipe: easy roasted chicken breast
Grilled Chicken Salad With Herb Vinaigrette
Get the recipe: grilled chicken salad with herb vinaigrette
Garlic Lemon Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
Get the recipe: garlic lemon shrimp and cauliflower grits
Guacamole Mason Jar Salad
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Roasted Tomatoes With Herbs
Get the recipe: roasted tomatoes with herbs
Chicken Tortilla-Less Soup
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Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad
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Aloha Teriyaki Burger Bowls
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Chicken Soup With Kale, Sausage and Sweet Potatoes
Get the recipe: chicken soup with kale, sausage and sweet potatoes
Cauliflower Risotto With Chicken and Asparagus
Get the recipe: cauliflower risotto with chicken and asparagus
Confetti Salad
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Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
Get the recipe: spaghetti squash pad thai
Spicy Cauliflower Fritters
Get the recipe: spicy cauliflower fritters (be sure to use a compliant mayo for the dipping sauce)
Cauliflower Fried Rice With Chicken
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Instant Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken
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Steak Taco Bowls
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Herb Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
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Bacon and Brussels Sprouts Skewer
Get the recipe: bacon and brussels sprouts skewer (make sure your bacon has no added sugar)
Instant Pot Butter Chicken
Get the recipe: instant pot butter chicken