Looking For Low Calorie Lunches?

Looking for Quick Low Calorie Lunches? Here's 10!

Sandwiches/Wraps

1. Herbed Cheese and Tomato Sandwich: 398 Calories

Why it rules: Cottage cheese is an awesome low-fat source of protein!

Calorie breakdown: 1 English muffin: 120 calories, ¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese: 40 calories, 2 slices tomato: 10 calories, ¼ avocado, sliced: 68 calories, 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard: 5 calories, 1 leaf butter lettuce: 5 calories, 1 tablespoon chives, chopped: <1 calorie, Garlic powder to taste: <1 calorie

Side snack: 1 small banana and one square of dark chocolate (130 calories)

2. Hawaiian Veggie burger: 380 Calories

Why it rules: Avocado is a great swap for mayonnaise because it’s full of healthy monosaturated fats.

Calorie breakdown: ​1 whole-wheat bun: 90 calories, 1 veggie burger patty: 100 calories, ¼ avocado, mashed: 68 calories, 1 round of pineapple: 25 calories, 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce: 15 calories, 1 handful alfalfa sprouts: 5 calories

Side snack: 1 large handful of sweet potato chips (80 calories)

3. Crunchy Tuna Wrap: 382 Calories

Why it rules: Greek yogurt makes this tuna salad just as creamy as the classic mayo would, but without all the extra fat and cholesterol!

Calorie breakdown: 1 whole-wheat wrap: 130 calories, ½ a 6oz.-can of tuna: 90 calories, ¼ cup non-fat Greek yogurt: 30 calories, ½ a celery stalk, chopped: 5 calories, 3 slices roasted red peppers: 30 calories, 1 handful of baby spinach: 5 calories, 1 squeeze of lemon juice: <1 calorie

Side snack: 1 cup cherries (90 calories)

4. Turkey Wrap: 365 Calories

Why it rules: Turkey is a tasty and lean source of protein. Bonus points for choosing the low-sodium kind!

Calorie breakdown: 1 whole-wheat wrap: 130 calories, 3 slices deli turkey: 90 calories, 2 tablespoons hummus: 60 calories, 1 tablespoon goat cheese: 60 calories, 1 handful baby spinach: 5 calories

Side snack: 9 Parmesan Garlic and Herb Pita Chips (140 calories)

5. Mediterranean Burger: 400 Calories

Why it rules: Subbing turkey for the traditional beef saves some calories without sacrificing flavor.

Calorie breakdown: 1 whole-wheat bun: 90 calories, 1 turkey burger patty: 140 calories, 2 tablespoons feta cheese: 50 calories, 2 slices tomato: 10 calories, 1 round slice red onion: 5 calories, 1 handful spinach: 5 calories

Side snack: 5 Kashi 7-grain crackers with 1 stick reduced-fat string cheese (100 calories)

Salads/Platters

1. Greek Pita Salad: 368 Calories

Why it rules: Protein-packed chickpeas and naturally lower-fat feta spice up this salad.

Calorie breakdown: 1 cup romaine lettuce: 8 calories, ½ whole-wheat pita, sliced: 40 calories, ¼ cup feta cheese: 100 calories, ¼ cup chickpeas: 70 calories, ½ cucumber, sliced: 30 calories, ¼ small red onion, chopped: 10 calories, 2 tablespoons Greek dressing: 110 calories

Side snack: 10 baby carrots with 2 tablespoons hummus (100 calories)

2. Strawberry Spinach Salad: 382 Calories

Why it rules: Strawberries are filled with antioxidants, and can sweeten up any salad!

Calorie breakdown: 1 cup spinach: 7 calories, 1 cup strawberries, sliced: 50 calories, 1 thick slice fresh mozzarella cheese: 70 calories, 2 tablespoons pine nuts: 110 calories, 1 cup broccoli: 30 calories, 1 tablespoon olive oil: 110 calories, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar: 5 calories, 1 squeeze lemon juice: < 1 calorie

Side snack: A 2-inch slice whole-grain baguette (140 calories)

3. Garden Pasta Salad: 395 Calories

Why it rules: Whole-wheat pasta is a great substitute for the white version.

Calorie breakdown: ½ cup left-over whole wheat pasta: 110 calories, ½ a chicken breast, sliced: 100 calories, 1 thick slice fresh mozzarella cheese: 70 calories, 4 kalamata olives, sliced: 60 calories, ½ green pepper, sliced: 10 calories, ½ carrot, shredded: 30 calories, 2 tablespoons fat-free Italian dressing: 15 calories

Side snack: A whole-wheat pita, toasted and rubbed with a garlic clove (80 calories)

4. Lentil Salad with Poached Eggs: 390 Calories

Why it rules: Lentils are one of our Superfoods thanks to their hefty dose of protein and antioxidants!

Calorie breakdown: ½ cup canned lentils: 120 calories, ½ cup spinach (sautéed with 1 teaspoon olive oil): 50 calories, 2 large eggs, poached: 150 calories, ¼ avocado, sliced: 60 calories, 2 slices tomato: 10 calories

Side snack: 15 mini pretzel sticks with 2 tablespoons fat-free cream cheese (100 calories)

5. Sprout n' Spinach Salad: 381 Calories

Why it rules: This salad is packed with two of our favorite superfoods—spinach and avocado.

Calorie breakdown: 2 cups baby spinach: 14 calories, 1/2 avocado, diced: 120 calories, 1 handful alfalfa sprouts: 5 calories, 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced: 12 calories, 1/2 carrot, grated: 30 calories, 2 tablespoons hummus mixed with 1 tablespoons olive oil: 170 calories

Side snack: 1/2 an apple and 1 low-fat cheese stick (110 calories)

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