Meal preppers, rejoice!
For people trying to cut back on carbs, finding make-ahead recipes you can pack for lunch can be a challenge.
So we rounded up several low-carb work lunches you can prep the night before — from crunchy lettuce wraps to flavorful peanut chicken.
1. Thai Tofu Collard Wraps
2. Chicken Cobb Salad
3. Garlic Herb Shrimp and Spaghetti Squash
4. Honey-Lime Chicken and Avocado Salad
5. Coconut Curry Meal Prep
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8. Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Salad
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11. Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
This recipe cooks the chicken with zucchini, tomatoes, and onions — but you can use pretty much any veggies you have on hand. Broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts would all work wonderfully.
Recipe: Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
12. Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Vegetable Skillet
Pack this Cajun-style shrimp and vegetables with cauliflower rice or veggie noodles for a filling, low-carb lunch.
13. Grilled Chicken Veggie Bowls
Grilled chicken plus veggies equals the perfect go-to lunch for meal preppers.
Recipe: Grilled Chicken Veggie Bowls
14. Chicken and Avocado Salad With Lime and Cilantro
Pack this chicken salad with low-carb bread, veggies, or all by itself for a filling lunch that doesn't need reheating.
15. Satay Beef Meal Prep
This recipe is a cinch to throw together, and totally make-ahead friendly — but the beef needs to marinate for at least 30 minutes, so plan accordingly.
Recipe: Satay Beef Meal Prep
16. Peanut Chicken Zucchini Noodles
Pro tip: For the best texture, be sure to cook the zucchini noodles just until tender. Overcooking them will make the stir-fry soggy and wet.
Recipe: Peanut Chicken Zucchini Noodles
17. Garlic Butter Steak Bites With Zucchini Noodles Meal Prep
Because garlic butter makes everything better.
Recipe: Garlic Butter Steak Bites With Zucchini Noodles Meal Prep
18. Asian Glazed Meatballs With Zucchini Noodles Meal Prep
Feel free to make a big batch of these meatballs on Sunday and stash them in the freezer. This way, you can cook them off throughout the week without having to worry that they'll go bad.
Recipe: Asian Glazed Meatballs With Zucchini Noodles Meal Prep
19. Cauliflower Broccoli Ham Salad
This salad gets tossed in a homemade garlicky vinaigrette made with just four ingredients, but you can use your favorite store-bought dressing instead to save yourself some time.
Recipe: Cauliflower Broccoli Ham Salad
20. Ground Chicken Thai Lettuce Wraps
Be sure to pack the lettuce and filling separately so it doesn't get soggy. This way, when it comes time to eat, you just assemble the wraps right at your desk.
21. Fish Taco Bowls
Everything you love about fish tacos — only without the tortillas and served on top of a bowl of tender cauliflower rice.
Recipe: Fish Taco Bowls
22. Meal Prep Taco Salad Lunch Bowls
Feel free to use ground chicken or turkey in place of beef if red meat isn't your favorite.
Recipe: Meal Prep Taco Salad Lunch Bowls
23. Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs With Cauliflower Rice
A simple protein-packed lunch that'll keep you full until dinner.
Recipe: Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs With Cauliflower Rice
Looking for more low-carb recipe inspiration? Check out these posts:
• 21 Family-Friendly Dinners That Are Low-Carb (But Don't Taste Like It)