3 Healthy and Fresh Meal Prep Recipes For Your Lunch Bags

Cooking ahead of time should not only save you money but also help you make healthier food choices.

Dazzle your coworkers with these simple homemade meals for your lunch bag. 

YOGURT PARFAIT RECIPE

Creamy greek yogurt layered with you favorite fruit and topped with crunchy granola.

Yogurt Parfaits are an easy grab & go snack!

  

DIRECTIONS:

• Add a tablespoon of honey to the bottom of an empty glass jar. 
• Add 3-4 tablespoons of greek yogurt.  
• Add a layer of fruit (use any fruit you like, such as raspberries or strawberries). 
• Add 1 tablespoon of yogurt on top. 
• Top with some crunchy granola, nuts or drizzle with some sugar-free jelly.

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EASY HUMMUS RECIPE

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 (15 oz) can of garbanzo beans.
• 1 Tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
• 1 Tablespoon of olive oil.
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin.
• 1/2 cup tahini.
• Fresh garlic (2 cloves of crushed garlic).
• Salt to taste. 

CREAMY TOMATO SOUP RECIPE 

INGREDIENTS:

• 3-5 fresh basil leaves (chopped).
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil.

   

• 1 teaspoon of oregano.
• 1 yellow onion chopped.

   

• 5 minced garlic cloves.
• 2 cans of peeled whole tomatoes (chopped).
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste.
• 1 tablespoons sugar.
• 1 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth).
• 1 cup heavy cream.
• 1 celery branch diced.
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin.
• Salt and pepper to taste.

DIRECTIONS:

• Heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Sauté the garlic, onions & celery until golden.
• Add all other ingredients. 
• Lastly, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
• Garnish with some fresh basil & toasted bread. 

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