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.

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Walnut-Apple Pizza

From Better Homes and Gardens

You can serve this meatless pizza as a main dish or an appetizer.

Walnut-Apple Pizza

Chicken Parmesan Pita Pizzas

From Family Circle

Made with quick-cooking chicken tenders, these personal size pizzas can be ready in 20 minutes. Kids will love them for lunch.

Chicken Parmesan Pita Pizzas

Asparagus-and-Bacon Quiche

From Taste of the South

Asparagus-and-Bacon Quiche

Greek Quinoa and Avocado Salad

From Better Homes and Gardens

For a meatless main-dish recipe in less than 30 minutes, combine quinoa, avocado, tomatoes, and spinach. The lemon juice mixture adds a refreshing citrus flavor.

Greek Quinoa and Avocado Salad

Breakfast Crepe Cups

From Midwest Living

Crepes form the shell for this baked egg, bacon, and cheese dish. Serve it for brunch or lunch.

Breakfast Crepe Cups

Black Bean Croquettes with Fresh Salsa

From EatingWell

Staples like canned black beans and frozen corn transform into spicy croquettes in mere minutes. Serve with warm corn tortillas, coleslaw and lime wedges.

Black Bean Croquettes with Fresh Salsa

Cobb Salad Hoagies

From Better Homes and Gardens

We used the classic cobb salad ingredients to make this hearty dinner sandwich.

Cobb Salad Hoagies

Spicy Tomato Aspic

From Taste of the South

Spicy Tomato Aspic

Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

Make everyday grilled cheese sandwiches extra special when you fill them with raisins and three cheeses.

Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwiches

Salmon Shortcakes

From Better Homes and Gardens

Make these fun salmon and biscuit sandwiches when you need dinner fast.

Salmon Shortcakes

Sausage-Cheese Scones

From Midwest Living

Cheddar cheese and sausage help make these buttermilk scones an irresistible side dish for scrambled eggs at breakfast or soups and salads at lunch.

Sausage-Cheese Scones

Speedy Pesto Wraps

From Better Homes and Gardens

Use flavored, plain, or whole wheat tortillas for these easy turkey roll-ups. Or layer the fixings in a hoagie bun.

Speedy Pesto Wraps

Classy Cuban Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

Asparagus, ham, and turkey served on a hoagie bun or torpedo roll form the basis of this quick and tasty sandwich.

Classy Cuban Sandwiches

Ham Sandwich Skewers

From Smithfield

Kids will love this twist on a traditional ham sandwich.

Ham Sandwich Skewers

Banana Quesadillas

From Share Our Strength

Banana Quesadillas

Nutty Cucumber Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

Roasted soy nuts add protein and fiber to this chilled, vegetable sandwich.

Nutty Cucumber Sandwiches

Chicken and Biscuit Pockets

From Better Homes and Gardens

Call it a snack, an appetizer, or lunch, this cheesy chicken and biscuit sandwich is a warm must-have treat.

Chicken and Biscuit Pockets

Apple Roll

From Better Homes and Gardens

For after-school treats, summertime snacks, or quick desserts, this fruit roll is easy enough for kids to assemble.

Apple Roll

Classic Lobster Roll

From Family Circle

This tasty sandwich is full of fresh lobster in a tarragon dressing. If you like, skip the bun and serve the lobster salad on lettuce leaves.

Classic Lobster Roll

Chiles Rellenos

From Family Circle

The key to success with this favorite Mexican recipe, is to fry the cheese-stuffed peppers until the outside is crisp and golden and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.

Chiles Rellenos

Spicy Pork Tacos

From Taste of the South

Spicy Pork Tacos

Open-Face Portobello Sandwiches

From Better Homes and Gardens

Broiled or grilled portobello mushrooms star in this stunning vegetarian sandwich.

Open-Face Portobello Sandwiches

Twice-Baked Crawfish Potatoes

From Taste of the South

Twice-Baked Crawfish Potatoes

Beer-Braised Brats

From Midwest Living

Grill the bratwurst, then simmer them in a sweet and tangy beer sauce. When you're ready for dinner, put the brats in a bun and top with the pickles and cranberry relish.

Beer-Braised Brats

Clams with Basil Broth

From Fine Cooking Magazine

Quick and tasty: rich, tender steamed clams in an aromatic white wine broth. Serve with plenty of crusty sourdough bread for dipping.

Clams with Basil Broth

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