Lunch Recipes with Lemon

20 lunch recipes featuring lemon. Complete with nutritional information and easy-to-follow instructions.

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad - A refreshing and protein-rich salad featuring chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy t
easy
15 min
420 kcal

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

A refreshing and protein-rich salad featuring chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch.

420
kcal
14g
Protein
52g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Veggie & Hummus Pita - A wholesome and filling pita pocket stuffed with creamy hummus, crisp fresh vege
easy
10 min
400 kcal

Veggie & Hummus Pita

A wholesome and filling pita pocket stuffed with creamy hummus, crisp fresh vegetables, and tangy feta cheese. This Mediterranean-inspired lunch is balanced, delicious, and ready in minutes.

400
kcal
14g
Protein
48g
Carbs
17g
Fat
Vegetarian
Classic Tuna Salad on Greens - A light yet protein-packed lunch featuring flaky tuna mixed with crunchy celery
easy
10 min
380 kcal

Classic Tuna Salad on Greens

A light yet protein-packed lunch featuring flaky tuna mixed with crunchy celery and a light olive oil dressing, served over a bed of crisp romaine lettuce. Simple, satisfying, and omega-3 rich.

380
kcal
35g
Protein
12g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
22 min
430 kcal

Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

Tender grilled chicken breast over crisp romaine with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado, finished with a lemon-olive oil dressing. Light, high-protein, and ready in 25 minutes.

430
kcal
36g
Protein
22g
Carbs
23g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
35 min
440 kcal

Quinoa Roasted Vegetable Bowl

Warm quinoa topped with roasted sweet potato, zucchini, and broccoli, finished with a simple lemon-tahini style olive oil dressing. A fiber-rich plant-powered lunch.

440
kcal
14g
Protein
64g
Carbs
16g
Fat
Vegan
Gluten-Free
🍽️
easy
10 min
420 kcal

Tuna Avocado Whole Wheat Wrap

Creamy avocado mashed with lemon and flaky tuna, wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla with crunchy cucumber and greens. High-protein and portable.

420
kcal
32g
Protein
32g
Carbs
18g
Fat
High Protein
🍽️
easy
24 min
420 kcal

Chickpea Spinach Pasta Salad

Whole wheat pasta tossed with chickpeas, spinach, cherry tomatoes, and a lemon-parmesan style olive oil dressing. Served chilled or at room temp for easy lunches.

420
kcal
17g
Protein
60g
Carbs
13g
Fat
Vegetarian
🍽️
easy
28 min
500 kcal

Salmon Quinoa Salad Bowl

Flaky baked salmon over quinoa with spinach, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Finished with lemon and olive oil for a protein-rich omega-3 lunch.

500
kcal
36g
Protein
40g
Carbs
22g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
22 min
380 kcal

Chicken Romaine & Cucumber Salad (Low Sodium)

Grilled chicken breast over crisp romaine with cucumber and cherry tomatoes, dressed with lemon and olive oil for a kidney-friendly lunch.

380
kcal
34g
Protein
22g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
28 min
420 kcal

Lemon Cod Rice Bowl (Low Sodium)

Flaky cod with zucchini and carrots over rice, finished with lemon and dill for a light kidney-friendly lunch.

420
kcal
32g
Protein
46g
Carbs
14g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
medium
30 min
430 kcal

Tofu Vegetable Rice Bowl with Lemon (Low Sodium)

Crisp tofu with broccoli, carrots, and spinach over rice, dressed with lemon and olive oil instead of soy sauce for a low-sodium lunch.

430
kcal
20g
Protein
56g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Vegan
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
25 min
480 kcal

Salmon Cucumber Spinach Salad Bowl (Low Sodium)

Baked salmon served over spinach with cucumber and cherry tomatoes, dressed with lemon and dill for omega-3s and low sodium.

480
kcal
36g
Protein
24g
Carbs
24g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
20 min
320 kcal

Egg Salad Lettuce Cups (Low Sodium)

Creamy olive-oil egg salad with celery and cucumber tucked into romaine leaves for a crisp, kidney-conscious lunch.

320
kcal
18g
Protein
12g
Carbs
22g
Fat
Low Sodium
🍽️
easy
32 min
440 kcal

Cauliflower Chickpea Rice Bowl (Low Sodium)

Roasted cauliflower and chickpeas with carrots and parsley over rice, dressed with olive oil and lemon for a plant-powered kidney-friendly meal.

440
kcal
14g
Protein
64g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Vegan
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
25 min
410 kcal

Chicken Asparagus & Pepper Sauté (Low Sodium)

Quick sauté of chicken breast with asparagus and red bell pepper, brightened with lemon. Lean, low sodium, and weeknight-fast.

410
kcal
38g
Protein
24g
Carbs
16g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
30 min
500 kcal

Salmon Vegetable Rice Bowl (Low Sodium)

Seared salmon served over brown rice with broccoli, carrots, and spinach, finished with lemon and olive oil.

500
kcal
36g
Protein
50g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
30 min
480 kcal

Chicken Rice Recovery Bowl (Post-Workout)

Grilled chicken with brown rice and broccoli for a balanced protein-carb recovery meal.

480
kcal
38g
Protein
52g
Carbs
14g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
8 min
380 kcal

Tuna Cucumber Wrap (Post-Workout)

Whole wheat tortilla filled with tuna, cucumber, and olive oil for lean protein and carbs after training.

380
kcal
34g
Protein
32g
Carbs
13g
Fat
Dairy-Free
High Protein
🍽️
medium
30 min
520 kcal

Salmon Quinoa Recovery Bowl

Seared salmon over quinoa with spinach and cherry tomatoes to replenish protein and carbs post-workout.

520
kcal
37g
Protein
50g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
🍽️
easy
25 min
450 kcal

Tofu Veggie Post-Workout Stir-Fry

Crispy tofu with broccoli and bell pepper over brown rice to restore glycogen and protein after training.

450
kcal
22g
Protein
58g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Vegan
Dairy-Free

About Lemon

Fresh lemon. Sour citrus used for juice, zest, and cooking.

Calories29 per 100g
Protein1.1g per 100g
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