21 EASY COLD LUNCH IDEAS FOR WORKING MAN
Here are the best lunch ideas I’ve made for my construction worker for years. They don’t need heating, are easy to make and pack, and most importantly, they’re delicious. Let’s dive into the best healthy lunch ideas for working men!
01. Cucumber Hummus Sandwich
On a hot day, this hummus and cucumber sandwich is perfect. It’s light but filling, and it’s both healthy and tasty!
02. Shrimp Salad on Croissants
Make a delicious shrimp salad with celery, mayonnaise, and mustard. Spread it on croissants for a restaurant-quality meal in your husband’s lunchbox.
03. Roast Beef Sandwich
You can’t go wrong with roast beef for lunch! This sandwich is so flavorful that it will be requested often!
04. Bacon and Chicken Sandwich
If you need a lunch idea for a construction worker who hates salad, try this tasty chicken breast, tomato sauce, and bacon sandwich!
05. Sushi Cups
Enjoy the refreshing, protein-packed Sushi Cups with Crab, made with tender crab meat and fluffy sushi rice. These perfectly portioned sushi cups are heart-healthy and guilt-free, making them a great on-the-go snack for a busy workday.
06. Chicken Salad Sandwich
Make this nutritious lunch with rotisserie chicken, celery, apples, and pecans. It’s packed with protein to fuel a long workday.
This chicken salad has a great crunch from the apples and pecans, making it a tasty and healthy lunch that fills you up.
07. Mason Jar Salads
Mason jar salads, like this chicken taco salad, are a fantastic cold lunch option that’s healthy, nutritious, and satisfying. You can even pair it with a side of tortilla chips for an extra filling meal.
08. BLT Pasta Salad
This pasta salad puts a fun twist on a BLT sandwich. It’s quick to make, easy to eat, and incredibly delicious.
09. Tuna Salad Wraps
Make these healthier tuna salad wraps by swapping mayo for Greek yogurt.
10. Chicken Shawarma
Slice and serve the chicken shawarma on naan, pita bread, or tortillas with cucumbers, arugula, and cucumber sauce, topped with a squeeze of fresh lemon. This makes a delicious and easy meal for summer or any time!
11. Cold Deli Roast Beef Sandwich
Piled high on multi-seed bread, this cold roast beef sandwich is loaded with shaved roast beef, roasted red peppers, lettuce, red onion, and Monterey Jack cheese. Easy and tasty, this simple sandwich makes a satisfying lunch any day of the week.
12. Smoked Salmon Bagels
Elevate your lunch with these mouthwatering smoked salmon bagel sandwiches. Delicious and nutritious, they offer the perfect balance of flavors and textures to keep you fueled and satisfied all day.
13. Egg Salad Croissants
This classic Southern lunch recipe features hard-boiled eggs and creamy mayo on a bed of lettuce. It tastes great in a croissant or with white bread.
14. Hummus Veggie Wrap
These meal-prep-friendly vegan hummus wraps are packed with color, flavor, and nutrients for a healthy, satisfying, fuss-free lunch, dinner, or snack! Dairy-free, vegan, and fully customizable, they’re ready to be devoured in just 10 minutes!
15. Keto Antipasto Salad
This Italian Salad will wow your friends at your next barbecue with a mix of flavors from vegetables, cheeses, and meats, all tossed in a homemade red wine vinegar dressing. Keto Antipasto Salad is perfect as a main dish or side for any occasion. This easy recipe is low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and Trim Healthy Mama friendly.
16. Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels
Creamy ranch, crisp bacon pieces, and juicy shredded chicken are wrapped in a flour tortilla for snacking bliss. These chicken pinwheels are a super simple lunch or snack that will become a go-to recipe the whole family loves!
17. Chicken Macaroni Salad
Made with delicious and fresh ingredients, this Chicken Macaroni Salad is perfect for a picnic or an easy lunch that everyone will want seconds of!
18. California Chicken Salad
California chicken salad is a creamy, flavorful dish made with lean chicken, celery, grapes, and avocado, all tossed in a tangy dressing.
19. Zucchini Slice
This is the BEST Zucchini Slice recipe, perfect for dinner, lunch, picnics, and parties—any occasion! With easy ingredients, quick prep time, and a great way to use up leftovers, it’s a must-try.
20. Steak Salad
This recipe is truly restaurant-worthy. It’s made with perfectly grilled New York strip steak, plenty of veggies, avocado, goat cheese, and a delicious herby vinaigrette dressing!
21. Fresh Veggie Sandwich
This fresh veggie sandwich is perfect for lunch when your garden is at its peak! Use your favorite fresh veggies and pile them high on bread for a healthy and hearty meal prep idea.
