Easy Paleo Diet Lunch Recipes to Try

Exploring Paleo Lunch Options

The Basics of the Paleo Diet

Eating like a caveman is the name of the game with the Paleo diet. Think back to when folks Friday night dinner involved picking veggies, catching fish, or hunting game. We’re talking about grabbing foods from the wild rather than the supermarket aisles crammed with boxes and cans. You’ll want to chow down on stuff you could have scooped up in your caveperson days:

• Lean meats (those grass-fed or wild gang)
• Fish and seafood
• Loads of fruits and veggies
• Nuts and seeds
• Good fats like olive oil and avocado

Stuff to steer clear from:

• Grains like wheat and oats
• Beans and everything legume-y
• Dairy (no milk mustache here)
• Processed munchies and sugars
• Some of those funky oils like soy or corn

For an in-depth scoop, check out our paleo diet food list.

Guidelines for Paleo Lunches

So, you’re staring down your lunchbox and noticing the usual suspects like sandwiches aren’t making this guest list. No worries. With some know-how, you’ll craft a Paleo lunch that’s drool-worthy. Here’s your cheat sheet:

1. Protein Power: Load up on the good stuff. Chicken, beef, pork, or fish should do the trick.
2. Veggie Magic: Half your plate should look like a veggie rainbow. Toss in some leafy greens, peppers, and more.
3. Fabulous Fats: Add some sass with avocados or nuts. Olive oil drizzle, anyone?
4. Ditch Processed Stuff: Ban boxed stuff. Stick with real, honest-to-goodness food.
5. Simple Whipping: Keep it fuss-free. Grill it, roast it, steam it. You get the idea.

For extra tricks, our paleo diet meal plan has got your back.

Food Group	Paleo-Approved Foods	Foods to Avoid
Proteins	Grass-fed beef, free-range poultry, wild-caught fish	Processed meats, dairy
Vegetables	Leafy greens, cruciferous veggies, root veggies	Starchy tubers (go easy on those)
Fruits	Berries, apples, oranges, bananas	Sugary dried fruits
Nuts and Seeds	Almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds	Peanuts (aren’t nuts!)
Healthy Fats	Avocado, olive oil, coconut oil, ghee	Veggie oils (corn, soybean)
Beverages	Water, herbal tea, coconut water	Sugary drinks, booze

These pointers will help your taste buds and lunch game go full Paleo. Having a hiccup or a question? Tons of paleo diet recipes are ready to lend a hand.

Delicious Paleo Lunch Recipes

Staying on the Paleo path doesn’t mean you have to skimp on flavor at lunchtime. Check out these three yummy and simple-to-whip-up Paleo lunch ideas that’ll keep you fired up through the day.

Italian Sub Roll-Up

Craving a sub but sticking to Paleo rules? This Italian Sub Roll-Up is your best buddy. Load up on greens and savor the same flavors of your favorite Italian subs. Don’t forget to swap in some Paleo-friendly mayo to keep everything on the up-and-up.

Ingredients	Amount
Sliced turkey	4-6 slices
Sliced ham	4-6 slices
Romaine lettuce leaves	4-6
Provolone cheese (optional)	2 slices
Paleo-friendly mayo	1-2 tbsp
Sliced tomatoes	1
Peppercini	To taste

• Lay out the lettuce leaves.
• Spread a light coat of Paleo-friendly mayo.
• Stack turkey, ham, and maybe a little cheese on one end.
• Add tomato slices and some peppercini.
• Roll it up like a pro and use toothpicks to hold it steady if needed.

Got a hankering for a sandwich? Peek at our article on paleo diet sandwiches with almond flour bread.

Thai Pork Lettuce Wraps

Break the lunchtime monotony with Thai Pork Lettuce Wraps, giving you a perfect blend of sweet and savory. With pork giving a protein boost plus vitamin B12 for that nerve health boost, this dish will liven up your midday meal.

Ingredients	Amount
Ground pork	1 lb
Garlic (minced)	2 cloves
Onion (diced)	1
Carrots (shredded)	1 cup
Coconut aminos	2 tbsp
Fish sauce	1 tbsp
Lettuce leaves	10-12
Fresh cilantro (chopped)	1/4 cup
Lime (quartered)	1

• Sauté ground pork with garlic and onions till they brown.
• Toss in carrots, coconut aminos, and fish sauce, letting the carrots soften just right.
• Dish the mix into lettuce leaves.
• Sprinkle fresh cilantro and add a dash of lime juice.

Looking for snacks to go along with it? Check out our article on paleo diet snacks.

Basil Avocado Chicken Salad

Creamy, avocado-rich Basil Avocado Chicken Salad ditches the dairy while offering around 27 grams of protein per serving. Try it in kale or collards for some extra crunch.

Ingredients	Amount
Cooked chicken (shredded)	2 cups
Ripe avocados (diced)	2
Fresh basil leaves (chopped)	1/4 cup
Lemon juice	2 tbsp
Red onion (diced)	1/4 cup
Romaine, kale, or collard leaves	6-8

1. Mix shredded chicken, avocados, basil, lemon juice, and diced red onion in a bowl.
2. Stir it up till everything’s cozy together.
3. Wrap up the mixture in big leafy greens for a nutritious munch.

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More Exciting Paleo Lunch Ideas

Ready to spice up your lunch game? Dive into these yummy paleo recipes that’ll keep your taste buds happy and your diet goals in check. Here’s what you gotta try.

Cuban Brisket Taco Bowls

Who doesn’t love a good taco bowl, right? Cuban Brisket Taco Bowls throw tradition out the window by ditching the corn tortillas for lettuce or any leafy green you fancy. It’s lighter, it’s healthier – pure paleo magic! The brisket gets a zesty kick from a spice mix that’s pure bliss. Throw in some colorful veggies packed with vitamins C and A, and pow – it’s a fiesta in a bowl!

Ingredient	Amount
Brisket	1 lb
Romaine Lettuce	4 leaves
Bell Peppers (sliced)	1 cup
Avocado (sliced)	1

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Chinese Chicken Salad

This ain’t your ordinary salad! Chinese Chicken Salad keeps it crunchy with radishes and cabbage. It’s paleo-approved and totally easy to munch on the go. Pack up some butter lettuce leaves to scoop up the tasty mix, and you’ve got yourself a portable feast.

Ingredient	Amount
Cooked Chicken (diced)	2 cups
Radishes (sliced)	1/2 cup
Cabbage (shredded)	2 cups
Butter Lettuce Leaves	8 leaves

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Salmon Patties with Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce

These bad boys are bursting with flavor. Salmon Patties are held together with almond flour, making them totally paleo-friendly and loaded with nearly 1,000 milligrams of calcium. Not too shabby, huh? The lemon dill sauce gives it a refreshing zing that pairs like a dream with the salmon goodness.

Ingredient	Amount
Salmon (cooked and flaked)	1 can (14.75 oz)
Almond Flour	1/2 cup
Egg	1 whole
Lemon Juice	1 tbsp
Fresh Dill (chopped)	1 tbsp

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Quick and Easy Paleo Lunches

Hey there! Got tired of same-old lunches? Spice things up with these quick and easy paleo recipes that are as scrumptious as they are speedy. Each one’s packing all the flavor your taste buds are screaming for, while sticking to those paleo dos and don’ts.

Paleo Chicken Fajita Cauliflower Rice Bowls

Paleo Chicken Fajita Cauliflower Rice Bowls are where awesome taste and texture collide. Think juicy chicken, vibrant peppers, crispy onions, all nestled over a bed of cauliflower rice.

Ingredients:

• 2 skinless chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 big onion, sliced
• 2 cups of cauliflower rice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat up the olive oil in a pan; fry the chicken until it’s cooked.
2. Toss in those bell peppers and onions; cook till they’re nice and soft.
3. Shake on the cumin, paprika, and garlic powder with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. In another pan, make the cauliflower rice tender.
5. Dish up the chicken and veggies over the cauliflower rice.

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Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon

Feeling like a crunch? Dig into a Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon drizzle. Picture this: fresh greens, juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and the zing of a tangy dressing.

Ingredients:

• 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Half a red onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Lay out the mixed greens on plates.
2. Pile on sliced chicken, boiled eggs, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
3. Stir honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad.

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Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice

Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice is a low-carb twist on a favorite. Packed with shrimp, veggies, and seasonings, it’s your fast-track to flavor town.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cups cauliflower rice
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Warm coconut oil in a big pan.
2. Cook shrimp till pink; stash it to the side.
3. In the same pan, cook garlic and onion until they soften.
4. Add peas, carrots, and peppers; sauté briefly.
5. Push veggies to one side, scramble eggs on the other.
6. Mix in cauliflower rice and coconut aminos; cook till warm.
7. Toss shrimp back in, season with salt and pepper.

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Meal Prep-Friendly Paleo Lunches

Getting your Paleo game on doesn’t have to be a chore. With a lil’ planning, you can whip up some dang tasty meals that’ll keep you full and happy all week. So, let’s dive into the meat (literally) of the matter with these super chill Paleo lunch recipes that your future self will thank you for.

Slow-Cooker Paleo Meatballs

Alright, let’s talk meatballs. These guys are perfect for those days when you can’t be bothered to stir a pot. Just throw ’em in the slow cooker, and boom – a week’s worth of savory, protein-packed goodness ready for the taking.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef (or turkey, if you’re feeling fancy)
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley (or the dried stuff – no biggie)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 2 cups marinara sauce (read the label to make sure it doesn’t have sneaky stuff that ain’t Paleo)

Instructions:

1. Mix up that beef with almond flour, egg, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Roll ’em into balls – any size you fancy.
3. Toss those bad boys in the slow cooker, cover with marinara, and let them do their thing on low for 6-8 hours.

Pair these with zucchini noodles with paleo sauces for a full meal deal.

Whole30-Approved Ketchup

Now, what’s a meatball without something to dip it in? Cue the fancy, Paleo-friendly ketchup that kisses sugar goodbye and says hello to flavor town.

Ingredients:

• 6 oz tomato paste (comes in those lil’ cans)
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp date paste (find it pre-made or make your own)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp allspice
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Throw all the goodies in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Let it bubble away for about 15 minutes, stirring here and there.
3. Cool it and stash it in a jar – it’ll chill in your fridge for two weeks.

Use this to spruce up your meatballs or anything else crying out for a sweet n’ tangy kick.

Rainbow Chicken & Veggies

Who doesn’t love a plate full of colors? This chicken ‘n veggie mix is not just eye-candy, it’s full of flavor too. Prep it once, enjoy it all week.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breast, diced up
• Red bell pepper, chopped
• Yellow bell pepper, chopped
• Green bell pepper, chopped
• Red onion, chopped
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to your liking

Instructions:

1. Fire up the oven to 400°F.
2. Spread the chicken and veggies on a baking sheet.
3. Bath them in olive oil, then sprinkle on the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes till the chicken’s done and veggies are tender.

Minimal fuss, lots of flavors, and you’ll feel like a master chef in the kitchen. For more ideas on keeping things fresh, check out our paleo diet meal plan.

Recipe	Prep Time	Cook Time	Servings
Slow-Cooker Meatballs	20 mins	6-8 hrs	8
Whole30 Ketchup	10 mins	15 mins	20
Chicken & Veggies	15 mins	30 mins	6

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Paleo Lunch Alternatives

So, you’re diving into the world of Paleo, and you’re looking for some tasty lunch ideas? You’ve come to the right place! Forget the bland and boring, these Paleo-friendly options are full of flavor and variety.

Paleo Sandwiches with Almond Flour Bread

Who says you can’t have sandwiches on a Paleo diet? With almond flour bread, you can enjoy your favorite handheld meal without the grain guilt. This bread’s a winner – grain-free and checks all the Paleo boxes.

Fill it up with things like roasted meats, creamy avocado, and a colorful mix of veggies. These give you the protein and healthy fats your body craves on this diet. Say goodbye to that post-lunch slump!

Filling Options	Serving Size	Calories
Roasted Chicken	3 oz	140
Avocado	1/2 medium	115
Mixed Vegetables	1 cup	50

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Zucchini Noodles with Paleo Sauces

Missing pasta? Zucchini noodles – or zoodles – are your savior. These noodly strands are easy to whip up with a spiralizer and are pure magic with Paleo sauces.

How about a simple tomato basil sauce or getting fancy with a creamy avocado concoction? They’re all-free from nasty preservatives and sneaky sugars you find in store-bought stuff. Pure goodness here!

Details on these recipes? Check out paleo diet meal plan.

Paleo Stuffed Peppers & Casseroles

Need a hearty meal to tackle midday hunger? Stuffed peppers and casseroles are your pals. They’re chock-full of veggies and meaty goodness from beef, turkey, or chicken.

Take bell peppers, stuff them with yummy roasted veggies, protein, and a drizzle of your favorite sauce. Casseroles, too, pack it all into one scrumptious bite.

Ingredient	Serving Size	Calories
Ground Beef	3 oz	210
Bell Peppers	1 medium	24
Cauliflower Rice	1 cup	25

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Nutritional Value of Paleo Alternatives

Peep this for a quick glance at what’s in those yummy Paleo meals you’re making:

Ingredient	Calories (100g)	Carbohydrates (g)	Protein (g)	Fat (g)
Almond Flour Bread	275	10	9	24
Zucchini Noodles	17	3	1	0.3
Bell Peppers	31	6	1	0.3
Ground Beef	250	0	26	17

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These Paleo lunch choices will fill you up and keep you on track with your diet groove. Go ahead, explore the recipes, and bring some tasty goodness to your Paleo lifestyle!