20 Vegan Lunch box Ideas - Back To School Recipes - Vegan Richa (2024)

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Vegan Lunch box ideas for Back to School. Sandwiches, Wraps and Snacks for lunch and easy meals for weekday lunch or weeknight dinner. Healthy Vegetarian Lunch Recipes. Glutenfree Soyfree options

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The kids are back to school, so it’s time for some wraps and sandwiches for the lunch box and quick and easy weeknight meals!

I love wraps as an alternative to sandwiches, just as easy to make and perfect for lunch boxes. My Samosa Wraps are made with spiced potato, chickpeas and chutney for a taste explosion.

TheseJamaican Jerk Jackfruit Wraps with black beans and mango have Loads of flavor and textures for everyone.

My Cauliflower Sweet Potato and Chickpea Tikka Wraps are topped off with coconut chutney for a delicious Indian inspired easy meal. They are nut free, soy free and can easily be made gluten free.

I adore the classic flavors of buffalo and ranch, if you do too, you need to try my vegan Buffalo (chickpea) Tofu Wrap! Tofu is tossed in buffalo sauce and wrapped with celery, spinach, cucumbers and vegan ranch dressing for the perfect quick and easy meal. No Soy!

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Some Black Bean Chimichurri Wraps are refreshing for any day.

Avacado chickpea sandwich is always a hit.

Tofu Egg salad sandwich is perfect cold sandwich for lunch boxes.

Tempeh Scramble, Jalapeno Popper Dip, Broccoli Wraps pack a punch of flavor, protein and fun.

Chickpea Tahini Salad Sandwich is another popular sandwich!

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Peanut Butter Bitesare great for quick snacking or breakfast. Use other nut butters or sun butter to make them for school.

Sunbutter Cookies, easily made into snack bars.Cookie that is super tasty and also filling!

Who doesnt love choolate in any format. These Seedful Snack Barsare loaded with oats and seeds for a filling and tasty snack.

These Almond flour cookie dough bars or balls are perfect for the sweet snack craving.

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This one pot soup makes one of your favorite meals into a weekday classic. Vegan Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is filling, warming and so so easy to make.

This Instant Pot Mushroom Tetrazzini is a perfect pasta dinner or lunch, and is on the table in less than 30 minutes with no fuss.

Pasta is such a great option when you want to get dinner in a hurry.Vegan Pesto Pasta with Charred Broccoli is served with roasted cherry tomatoes and charred broccoli, and contains a whopping 21 gm of protein!

You can’t beat a good chili, especially when it’s on the table quickly. My Instant Pot Vegan Chili is made with red lentils and kidney beans for a heartwarming bowl.

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Sheet pan dinners are a hassle free way of getting dinner on the table with out the mess. This Veggie Dinner with Broccoli, Sweet Potato, Tofu and Chickpeas is dressed with a miso maple syrup for a delicious and hassle free meal.

Risotto doesn’t need to be a labor intensive meal. My Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto takes just 30 minutes to make. A Soy-free, Nut-free, Gluten-free, Vegan Recipe.

Next up, a flavourful curry that’s ready in 35 minutes! My Vegan Japanese Curry is a perfect weeknight option full of fresh and delicious ingredients.

This Cauliflower Meat makes a great filling in tacos, Nachos, Quesadillas or whatever you fancy!

More Tacos to try!Jerk seasoned Black Bean TacoBean tacos for the win.

These Taco spiced Bean Pepper Jack Quesadillasare great for snack or lunch!

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  1. Cruznv

    Exactly what I need for my work Lunch/Meal inspiration💞 I work 12 hr shifts and need two meals a shift… 3-4 shifts in a row so need easy make ahead ideas for packable Lunch/Meals. I’m creative & great making Lunches for the non-vegans in the family. When I comes to Packable Lunches/Meals for me, that’s were my energy and creativity ends🥴. Often just eating cooked potatoes and veggies day after day🙄🥴. Keep the packable lunch ideas coming😊👍🏼

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  2. Kelly

    These recipes look fantastic. Just wondering if they are published in Richa’s cookbooks, Everyday Kitchen or Indian? Or just on the website. Thank you.

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    • Richa

      a few are in the books. the newer ones (dated after mid 2017) are all new and on the blog

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  3. Bryan Martinez

    The somosa burrito, pesto pasta and peanut butter energy bites are all recipes I’ll try out very soon. I think they’re something my girlfriend would LOVE too. so it’s totally a win win

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  4. Penny W

    Thanks so much for this post! I’ve been in a work lunch funk lately, primarily relying on just frozen meals. I’ve bookmarked a few of these recipes so that I can try them out in the next few weeks!

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    • Richa

      awesome!

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20 Vegan Lunch box Ideas - Back To School Recipes - Vegan Richa (2024)

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What lunch do vegans eat? ›

Chickpea soup is one of our favorite vegan lunch ideas; it is rich in fiber, plant protein, heart-healthy fats, and antioxidants from rosemary and vegetables. Serve it with a slice of grilled or toasted bread brushed with garlic and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.

What to make for lunch for adults? ›

Quick Homemade Lunch Ideas for Adults
  • Tuna Salad Sandwich. For lunch ideas for adults that don't take much time, a tuna sandwich is your best friend. ...
  • Chicken Salad. If fish isn't your style, make a chicken salad instead. ...
  • Eggplant Sandwich. ...
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  • White Bean Salad. ...
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What to serve 12 people for lunch? ›

19 Ideas For Easy Meals For Large Groups
  • Taco Bar.
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  • Lasagna.
  • Chili.
  • Homemade Pizza.
  • Baked Pasta.
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What are 7 healthy lunches? ›

What you eat for lunch is almost as important as what you eat for breakfast.
  • Avocado and egg sandwich. ...
  • Summer rolls with peanut sauce. ...
  • Quinoa pear salad with spinach, cranberries and pecans. ...
  • Protein Salad. ...
  • Loaded Vegetable Sandwich. ...
  • Lentil vegetable soup. ...
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What does 100% vegan eat? ›

A vegan diet is based on plants (such as vegetables, grains, nuts and fruits) and foods made from plants. Vegans do not eat foods that come from animals, including dairy products and eggs.

What is the best vegan lunch? ›

Vegan lunch recipes
  • Mango salad with avocado and black beans. ...
  • Creamy spinach & mushroom penne. ...
  • Thirty-minute courgettes with dukkah sprinkle. ...
  • Vegan burritos. ...
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  • Refried beans. A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.

What foods do vegans love? ›

Protein from beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, tofu, tempeh and seitan, along with healthy fats from avocado, nuts, seeds, and coconut and olive oils, can also keep your blood sugar stable. High-protein vegan diet: Protein is one of the nutrients often lacking in a vegan diet.

What can I eat instead of sandwiches? ›

Healthy lunch ideas for work that aren't sandwiches
  • Butternut squash, apple and wild rice soup. This soup is comfort in a bowl. ...
  • Oven roasted falafel. ...
  • Bistro chicken pasta salad. ...
  • Three grain salad with goat cheese. ...
  • Artichoke and spinach rotini salad with tuna. ...
  • Lunchbox granola bar.

What is an adult Lunchable? ›

A classic deli meat and cheese lunchable, but the adult version! Ham or turkey paired with cheddar cheese, whole grain crackers, grapes, and cucumbers. 5 from 2 votes. Course: dinner, lunch.

What can a 15 year old make for lunch? ›

Best recipes for teenagers
  • Stir-fries. When encouraging your teen to cook, the best approach can be to help them organise the ingredients they need – and then take a step back. ...
  • Pizza. Let your teen channel some Neapolitan vibes by making their own pizza from scratch. ...
  • Curry. ...
  • Pasta. ...
  • Bowl food. ...
  • Quesadillas. ...
  • Omelettes. ...
  • Chilli.

What are the 5 food groups for lunch? ›

What are the five food groups?
  • Fruit and vegetables.
  • Starchy food.
  • Dairy.
  • Protein.
  • Fat.

What is the right meal for lunch? ›

Lunches, like any other meals, should be nutritionally balanced and enjoyable. An easy way to help build a balanced lunch is to include foods from at least 3 food groups (vegetables, fruits, grains, protein and dairy/calcium-rich foods).

What makes a good lunch menu? ›

Any well-balanced meal — lunch included — consists of lean protein, fiber-rich sources of carbohydrate and veggies, and healthy fats. The typical lunchtime staple of a sandwich can be made into a well-balanced meal if you include: 100% whole grain bread. Fresh deli turkey or leftover grilled chicken.

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