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RECIPE BLOG


Budget-Friendly Microwave Black Bean & Avocado Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These loaded sweet potatoes are a simple, satisfying lunch made with more affordable ingredients. Tender sweet potatoes are filled with seasoned black beans, cheddar cheese, creamy avocado, and fresh cherry tomatoes, then finished with salsa, sour cream, and chives. Packed with fiber, plant-based protein, healthy fats, and plenty of flavor, this colorful meal comes together quickly and is easy to customize with whatever toppings you have on hand.

Meagan Gibson
Aug 302 min read


Budget-Friendly Lentil Street Tacos
These easy lentil tacos are packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and plenty of flavor. The lentils are seasoned with smoky spices, onion, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, then tucked into warm tortillas and served! Add your favorite toppings like crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, salsa, or pickled onions. They're filling, more affordable, and an easy way to make a nutritious meal with simple ingredients.

Meagan Gibson
Aug 302 min read


Budget-Friendly Chicken & Chickpea Caesar Salad Pita Pockets
These Chicken & Chickpea Caesar Pita Pockets are a quick, satisfying lunch made with simple, more affordable and some shelf-stable ingredients. Canned chicken and chickpeas are tossed with crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, Parmesan, and creamy Caesar dressing, then tucked into a whole wheat pita. They're packed with protein and fiber and come together in just 10 minutes, making them an easy option for busy weekdays when you want a lunch that keeps you full!

Meagan Gibson
Aug 302 min read


Budget-Friendly Chickpea Pesto Pasta
This easy chickpea pesto pasta combines tender penne, creamy basil pesto, hearty chickpeas, and juicy cherry tomatoes for a flavorful and satisfying meal. A squeeze of fresh lemon brightens the dish and balances the rich pesto, while optional red pepper flakes add a little heat. It's a simple, budget-friendly recipe that comes together in about 20 minutes and is an easy way to add plant-based protein and fiber to your plate

Meagan Gibson
Aug 302 min read


Midday Meals, Major Upgrade: Elevating the Everyday Lunch
Fresh recipes, smart tools, and creative lunch upgrades for adults

Meagan Gibson
Dec 21, 20256 min read


10-Minute California Roll-in-a-Bowl
The California Roll in a Bowl is the perfect lunch for anyone who loves sushi but doesn’t want the fuss of rolling or complicated prep.

Meagan Gibson
Dec 21, 20251 min read


Sun-Dried Tomato Taco Wrap
This sun-dried tomato taco wrap puts a fresh spin on classic taco flavors by pairing seasoned ground turkey with the rich, savory notes of a sun-dried tomato tortilla!

Meagan Gibson
Dec 21, 20252 min read


Jalapeno Cheddar Cheeseburger Wrap
Juicy, savory, and just a little spicy, this wrap brings together everything you love about a cheeseburger, without the bun!

Meagan Gibson
Dec 21, 20252 min read


PB&J Tacos: The Lunch Box Glow Up Series
A fun and sweet twist on a childhood classic!

Meagan Gibson
Sep 14, 20251 min read


Peanut Butter and Banana Wraps: Lunch Box Glow Up Series
Swap your boring bread with a whole-grain tortilla and some variety!

Meagan Gibson
Sep 7, 20251 min read
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