From salads to soups and sandwiches: 15 low-carb lunches for all

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Dive into a world where salads, sammies and soups take center stage! From zesty salads to hearty broths and hearty sandwiches, these low-carb lunch options cater to every craving. Whether you’re a seasoned low-carb enthusiast or just starting your journey, these meals promise to delight your taste buds and keep you energized throughout the day.

Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries in a bowl.
Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries. Photo credit; Cook What You Love.

Philly Cheesesteak Stack

Keto-friendly Philly Cheesesteak.
Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins

Loaded with all the big, bold, and cheesy flavors of an authentic Philly Cheesesteak minus the carbs, this easy meaty and high-protein lunch packs a punch of flavor and is oh-so delish!
Get the recipe: Philly Cheesesteak Stack

Cubano Chaffwich

A sandwich with ham and pickles on a wooden cutting board.
Cubano Chaffle. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

With all the flavors of a big, meaty Cubano sandwich, like ham, roasted pork, and pickles but in a lower carb chaffwich, this is one sandwich you can feel good about eating!
Get the recipe: Cubano Chaffwich

Sub In A Tub

Three Sub in a Tub on a counter.
Sub in a Tub. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Looking for an easy and customizable lunch option that you can prep ahead of time? Look no further than a sub-inspired lunch container! With endless options for meat, cheese, and veggies, you can create a personalized and satisfying meal that will keep you fueled throughout the day.
Get the recipe: Sub in a Tub

Ham Salad with Pickle

Ham Salad with dill pickle on a plate.
Ham Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This easy and tasty salad is amazing! Made in minutes with the help of your food processor, this meaty low-carb salad gets a tangy kick from dill pickle. It’s also great as a snack.
Get the recipe: Ham Salad with Pickle

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Low-Carb Chicken Tortilla Soup in a white bowl next to a floral cloth.
Low-Carb Chicken Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

It’s a good day for soup, don’t you think? Chicken Tortilla Soup has – spoonful by spoonful – more flavor than most soups! Who can resist the big and bold flavors in this delish soup?
Get the recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup

Southern Chicken Salad

A white plate with chicken salad on red lettuce leaves.
Southern Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

This Southern classic is focused on a lunch that’s high in protein and simple to prepare, featuring ample portions of savory chicken, crispy nuts, and a zesty dressing.
Get the recipe: Southern Chicken Salad

Zuppa Toscana

Low Carb Zuppa Toscana Soup in a white round bowl with small handles.
Low Carb Zuppa Toscana Soup. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

This soup is amazing! It’s rich, flavorful, and loaded with tasty goodness without all the carbs of the original! It’s loaded with sausage, veggies, oodles of flavor, and not a potato in sight!
Get the recipe: Zuppa Toscana

Best Ever Egg Salad

The Best Egg Salad on the Planet
The Best Egg Salad on the Planet. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins

Transform your everyday lunch with a few secret ingredients that turn this staple into a mouthwatering meal! This chunky and creamy egg salad is bursting with flavor and incredibly simple to prepare. Who doesn’t adore egg salad? Whip up a batch today and indulge in the deliciousness!
Get the recipe: Best Ever Egg Salad

Deli Seafood Salad

Deli seafood salad.
Photo credit: Cook What You Love

Why settle for an ordinary lunch when you can indulge in this classic low-carb deli seafood salad loaded with tender seafood, veggies, and a tangy dressing? Enjoy it on a bed of greens, spread it on crackers, or savor it straight off the spoon. Either way, this salad is a feast for your taste buds!|
Get the recipe: Deli Seafood Salad

Chicken Chili

Chicken Chili in a round bowl.
Chicken Chili. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Looking for a dinner that doubles as a delicious lunch the next day? You can’t go wrong with this easy chicken chili that’s not only hearty and delicious but also perfect for taking to work the next day. Made with tender chicken breast and packed with flavor, this chili is sure to make all your co-workers jealous!
Get the recipe: Chicken Chili

Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries

Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad with grapes on a plate.
Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Why fuss over carb-heavy lunches when you can indulge in this super flavorful salad that’s both satisfying and low-carb? Made with leftover rotisserie chicken or even baked/grilled chicken, this salad features crunchy nuts, sweet cranberries, and a tangy dressing that will leave you full and satisfied.
Get the recipe: Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries

Beefy Taco Casserole

A Taco Casserole dish with black beans, cheese and jalapenos.
Taco Casserole. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Leftover casseroles make the best lunches! Inspired by the big and bold flavors of Texas, this keto Taco Casserole is beefy, cheesy, and just the right amount of spicy!
Get the recipe: Taco Casserole

Curried Chicken Salad

Curried chicken salad in a blue bowl.
Curried Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love

Bold and flavorful curry adds a punch of flavor to this easy chicken salad which also features almonds and sweet raisins. Load your lunchbox with this salad, and you’ll be full till dinner! To make it even easier, use leftover rotisserie chicken to make this hearty dish!
Get the recipe: Curried Chicken Salad

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Mediterranean Tuna Salad in avocado boats on a platter.
Mediterranean Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Revamp your tuna salad game with this easy recipe that infuses the sunny flavors of the Mediterranean, turning a humble can of tuna into something truly sensational! Say goodbye to boring and hello to delicious with this flavorful tuna salad that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Get the recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Salad

French Dip Chaffwich

Chaffle with meat and sauce on a plate.
French Dip Chaffwich. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Loaded with tender sliced roast beef and with a scratch-made jus that’s perfect for dipping, this easy lunch recipe is just about as good as good can get!
Get the recipe: French Dip Chaffwich

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