Creative Lunches Recipes

Just because it's lunch doesn't mean it should be basic. Enjoy our creative takes on lunch recipes. Whether you're hosting friends for a weekday lunch, or setting a farm table for a midday party under the trees, a few creative ideas will make a memorable difference.

Recipe Title Prep Time Total Time
Walnut-Apple Pizza
Walnut-Apple Pizza

From Better Homes and Gardens

25 mins 1 hr 30 mins
Chicken Parmesan Pita Pizzas
Chicken Parmesan Pita Pizzas

From Family Circle

5 mins 13 mins
Asparagus-and-Bacon Quiche
Asparagus-and-Bacon Quiche

From Taste of the South

20 mins 1 hr 10 mins
Greek Quinoa and Avocado Salad
Greek Quinoa and Avocado Salad

From Better Homes and Gardens

15 mins 30 mins
Breakfast Crepe Cups
Breakfast Crepe Cups

From Midwest Living

45 mins 1 hr 10 mins
Black Bean Croquettes with Fresh Salsa
Black Bean Croquettes with Fresh Salsa

From EatingWell

25 mins 45 mins
Cobb Salad Hoagies
Cobb Salad Hoagies

From Better Homes and Gardens

35 mins
Spicy Tomato Aspic
Spicy Tomato Aspic

From Taste of the South

10 mins 14 mins
Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwiches
Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

15 mins 18 mins
Salmon Shortcakes
Salmon Shortcakes

From Better Homes and Gardens

15 mins 24 mins
Sausage-Cheese Scones
Sausage-Cheese Scones

From Midwest Living

25 mins 42 mins
Speedy Pesto Wraps
Speedy Pesto Wraps

From Better Homes and Gardens

15 mins
Classy Cuban Sandwiches
Classy Cuban Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

25 mins
Ham Sandwich Skewers
Ham Sandwich Skewers

From Smithfield

Banana Quesadillas
Banana Quesadillas

From Share Our Strength

10 mins 12 mins
Nutty Cucumber Sandwiches
Nutty Cucumber Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

15 mins 15 mins
Chicken and Biscuit Pockets
Chicken and Biscuit Pockets

From Better Homes and Gardens

20 mins 30 mins
Apple Roll
Apple Roll

From Better Homes and Gardens

Classic Lobster Roll
Classic Lobster Roll

From Family Circle

15 mins 1 hr 15 mins
Chiles Rellenos
Chiles Rellenos

From Family Circle

15 mins 24 mins
Spicy Pork Tacos
Spicy Pork Tacos

From Taste of the South

20 mins 1 hr 15 mins
Open-Face Portobello Sandwiches
Open-Face Portobello Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

25 mins
Twice-Baked Crawfish Potatoes
Twice-Baked Crawfish Potatoes

From Taste of the South

40 mins 2 hrs
Beer-Braised Brats
Beer-Braised Brats

From Midwest Living

30 mins 50 mins
Clams with Basil Broth
Clams with Basil Broth

From Fine Cooking Magazine

30 mins
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