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If you've managed to make it out of bed on time, then don't complicate your weekday morning further by trying to pack up a fussy lunch. Instead, opt for one of these no-cook lunch recipes, each filled with flavor and requiring little work. From easy wraps to simple salads, these no-cook lunches will have you in and out of the kitchen quickly and without ever using the stovetop or oven, which is great on days and weeks when the outside temps already make you want to melt.
Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
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These fresh Asian rolls are filled with pre-cooked shrimp and soaked rice noodles for a hearty meal with little effort. For the best presentation with this no-cook lunch, remember that whatever ingredients are on the bottom layer will be on top once rolled.
Mediterranean Chicken Pitas
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Use a rotisserie chicken to meal prep this simple no-cook lunch recipe. One bite of the soft whole-wheat pita filled with chicken, feta, artichoke hearts, and green onions will transport you to the Mediterranean.
Simple Egg Salad
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For times when you have leftover hardboiled eggs, whip up this delicious egg salad. Ranch dressing is the creamy base in this no-cook lunch recipe. It is balanced out with tangy mustard and crunchy fresh cucumber.
Strawberry Chicken Salad for Sandwiches
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Perfect for a summer picnic, this bold chicken salad also works for a packed lunch. Each bite is coated in creamy poppy seed dressing and studded with sweet strawberries and crunchy pecans. Eat this no-cook lunch over a bed of greens or tucked into a croissant.
Tuna-Artichoke Salad
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This no-cook lunch recipe tastes so fresh you'd never guess that two canned pantry staples, tuna and artichoke hearts, are the stars. They're dressed up with dill, garlic, and red bell peppers, perfect for scooping up with crackers or stuffing into veggies.
Vietnamese Chicken Salad
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Make good use of leftover or rotisserie chicken in this crunchy Vietnamese salad. "This is a very simple-to-make salad with bold flavors," says recipe creator Jia T. "You can serve as a side dish or just have it alone."
Roast Beef Horseradish Roll-Ups
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Is the deli your go-to for quick lunches? Skip eating out and instead recreate flavorful wraps at home. “I make a batch of these roll-ups on Sunday and give them to the hubby and kids in their lunches throughout the week,” says recipe creator Tinker802.
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
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Warm or cold rotisserie chicken is the star for this flavorful no-cook salad. Recipe creator Shanon explains, “The lime juice intensified by the jicama draws out the flavor of the vegetables, so an oil- or cream-based dressing is not necessary.”
Lobster Rolls
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You can find pre-cooked lobster in most well-stocked seafood sections, meaning you can enjoy this rich roll without ever heating up the kitchen. Celery and green onions make for a fresh crunch, while lime juice and mayonnaise create the creamy dressing.
Spicy Rice Noodle Salad
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This Asian-inspired no-cook lunch recipe uses rice noodles as the base, which is perfect because they only require a quick soak in warm water. Reviewer Allison Rourke says, “I LOVED this salad! So refreshing on a hot summer day.”
Real N'awlins Muffuletta
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Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad
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This vegetarian-friendly salad is still packed with protein, thanks to garbanzo beans. Since there are no greens involved, the dish will stay fresh and crunchy for several days, making it perfect for prepping no-cook lunches.
Turkey Wraps
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“The combination of mustard with the cream cheese and chives was inspired,” says Allrecipes Allstar Bibi. You don’t need to crisp up the bacon for the wraps, simply purchase a box of the pre-cooked stuff.
Chicken, Avocado and Mango Salad
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Sweet and spicy, crunchy and creamy, this salad has it all. Simply use a rotisserie chicken to keep it a no-cook recipe. Try enjoying the recipe over greens as a salad or in lettuce cups as wraps.
Chicken, Feta Cheese, and Sun-Dried Tomato Wraps
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These wraps are packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, from tangy sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach to salty feta. The recipe can be made no-cook by skipping the marinating step and simply mixing rotisserie chicken with the other ingredients.
Orange, Fig, and Gorgonzola Salad
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For hot days, this refreshing, sweet salad is just the thing to add some nourishment to your day. “All of the flavors went wonderfully together. I think next time I’ll add a bit of red onion, too,” says Allrecipes Allstar Christina.
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