Lunch recipes to take to work

Ditch that shop-bought sandwich and make something from our collection of easy take-to-work lunch recipes, including wraps, salads and pasta dishes which can be eaten cold.

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Pasta pomodoro

Tomato pasta recipes

Pasta pomodoro

Pasta pomodoro is the original – and best – tomato pasta. This recipe is quick and easy but uses a few tricks to really amp up the flavour.

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Fennel tarte tatin

Fennel recipes

Fennel tarte tatin

This fennel tarte tatin is a great vegetarian dinner or side for a roast. Fennel seeds temper the sweetness and goat’s cheese adds tang.

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Melon, smoked chicken and grape salad

Chicken salad recipes

Melon, smoked chicken and grape salad

This chicken, grape and melon salad is entirely appropriate for summer. Crunchy, vibrant and refreshing, it has big southern state energy.

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Lamb moussaka ciabatta

Sandwich recipes

Lamb moussaka ciabatta

This epic lamb sandwich nods to Greek dish moussaka. With rich tomato sauce, roasted aubergine and spiced lamb, this is a project sandwich!

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Stuffed picnic loaf

Picnic recipes

Stuffed picnic loaf

Our easy but impressive stuffed picnic loaf is loaded with buffalo mozzarella, whipped spinach butter and tomatoes. Just slice and share.

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Smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel

Sandwich recipes

Smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel

For a classic snack that really fills a hole, make these yummy bagels filled with smoked salmon and cream cheese and a quick homemade pickle.

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Smoked mackerel niçoise salad

Healthy salad recipes

Smoked mackerel niçoise salad

This smoked mackerel niçoise salad is easy to scale up and its mix of fish, vegetables, eggs and potatoes is tasty, healthy and hearty.

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Nutty avocado and mango salad with soy and lime dressing

Avocado recipes

Nutty avocado and mango salad with soy and lime dressing

This healthy vegan avocado salad is full of south-east Asian flavours – think mango, coriander, mint, ginger and nuts for crunch and texture.

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The ultimate club sandwich

Sandwich recipes

The ultimate club sandwich

There's nothing fancy about our ultimate club sandwich recipe, just good quality ingredients and, of course, its famous triple bread layer!

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Muffuletta sandwich

Lunch recipes to take to work

Muffuletta sandwich

Muffuletta is a classic New Orleans meat, cheese and pickle sandwich. It’s a mainstay on the menu at Cochon Butcher and can be served toasted or cold.

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Sweet potato, chickpea and feta salad with tahini dressing

Healthy salad recipes

Sweet potato, chickpea and feta salad with tahini dressing

Roasted sweet potato, tangy feta and crunchy chickpeas combine in this knockout veggie salad. Drizzle over the dreamy tahini dressing for extra richness! 

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Red cabbage, quinoa and avocado salad with peanut pesto

Healthy salad recipes

Red cabbage, quinoa and avocado salad with peanut pesto

This vibrant vegan salad makes an exciting take-to-work lunch or colourful side dish, made from crunchy red cabbage, nutty quinoa and creamy avocado.

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Black rice super salad

Healthy lunch recipes

Black rice super salad

Whip up this vegan black rice salad in just 20 minutes and enjoy as a nutritious summer side or wholesome lunch at work the next day.

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Bang bang tofu salad

Healthy lunch recipes

Bang bang tofu salad

This fill-you-up salad is gluten-free, vegan and jam-packed with tasty Asian flavours. You'll go nutty for the peanut butter bang bang sauce.

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Cauliflower, kale and cheese frittata

Frittata recipes

Cauliflower, kale and cheese frittata

Cut this cauliflower, kale and cheese frittata into slices and pack into tupperware for a healthy and easy on-the-go lunch.

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Soba noodle and edamame salad

Healthy lunch recipes

Soba noodle and edamame salad

Our vegetarian soba noodle and edamame salad is a great take-to-work option. For extra protein, add some crispy fried tofu too.

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