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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    Delicious and Healthy Lunch Ideas

    Published: May 12, 2025 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    If you are looking for Delicious and Healthy Lunch Ideas, these super-easy recipes are all you need! These meals are easier to make than they sound, use simple ingredients you probably already have at home, and come together quickly. They’re just right for keeping you full through the afternoon, but still feel light. From easy wraps and fresh salads to quick one-pan dishes, these lunches are all about keeping it easy and tasty. Great for busy days, lunchboxes, or a quiet meal at home.

    Fish Tacos

    2 pieces of fish tacos with mango salsa served on a plate
    Ayla Clulee

    This easy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa recipe uses simple ingredients, comes together quickly, and has a nice mix of textures and flavors. The soft tortillas, flaky fish, juicy Mango Pico de Gallo - Fresh Mango Salsa—it all works perfectly together. It's a light yet filling dish, and is perfect for warm evenings or casual get-togethers.

    To learn more: Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

    Air Fryer Frittata

    Ayla Clulee

    This Air Fryer Frittata with Spring Greens is a light, healthy, and fuss-free meal that’s great for breakfast, lunch, or even a light dinner. It’s made with simple ingredients, comes together in no time, and tastes like spring on a plate.

    To learn more: Air Fryer Frittata with Spring Greens

    Turkish Pasta

    Turkish pasta made with ground beef, served with yogurt, and garnished with parsley
    Ayla Clulee

    Kıymalı Makarna is a comforting and easy-to-make Turkish pasta dish with ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and simple spices. It was a staple in our household growing up, and I always enjoyed its rich, hearty flavors and quick preparation.

    To learn more: Kiymali Makarna - Turkish Pasta with Ground Beef

    Air Fryer Roasted Courgettes

    Ayla Clulee

    Air Fryer Roasted Courgette with Red Onions is a quick, delicious, and healthy way to enjoy your vegetables. This dish features perfectly seasoned courgette rounds and sliced red onions, with just the right amount of salt, pepper, and paprika. Serve it with a dollop of yogurt for a main dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful side for your weekend get-togethers.

    To learn more: Air Fryer Roasted Zucchini with Red Onions

    Turkish Orzo Soup

    sehriye Corbasi paired with borek and lemon
    Ayla Clulee

    Arpa Şehriye Çorbası, or Turkish Orzo Soup, is a comforting and delicious tomato-based soup made with orzo pasta, chicken stock, and flavored with garlic, mint, and flaked chili. This Turkish favorite is super easy to make, uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, and works beautifully as a quick starter or a light, comforting meal. It’s the kind of dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl!

    To learn more: Arpa Şehriye Çorbası - Turkish Orzo Soup

    Rice Stuffed Courgettes

    5 pieces of kayak dolma served with yogurt
    Ayla Clulee

    Kabak Dolması, or Rice-stuffed Courgette, is a traditional dish that brings together fresh courgettes and a flavorful filling made with rice, ground meat, fresh herbs, onions, and spices. This popular Middle Eastern dish is not only tasty but also surprisingly easy to make. It pairs wonderfully with yogurt and is truly worth trying.

    To learn more: Kabak Dolması - Rice-stuffed Zucchini

    Air Fryer Chicken Kebabs

    Ayla Clulee

    Air Fryer Chicken Skewers, also known as Shish Kebabs, are a fantastic way to bring the joy of grilling into your kitchen with minimal fuss. They’re quick to prepare, cook evenly, and deliver that delicious, slightly charred taste we all love. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, these skewers will become a favorite in no time

    To learn more: Air Fryer Chicken Skewers - Shish Kebabs

    Harissa Chicken

    harissa chicken served with Batata Harra
    Ayla Clulee

    This Harissa Chicken Recipe is both simple and delicious! Just marinate chicken breasts in a mix of spicy harissa paste, garlic, honey, olive oil, lime juice, and some exotic spices.

    To learn more: Harissa Chicken Recipe

    Greek Roasted Vegetables

    colourful greek roasted vegetables served on a plate
    Ayla Clulee

    Briam is a hearty Greek casserole dish featuring roasted vegetables cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and seasoned with simple Mediterranean flavors. This delicious Mediterranean roasted vegetable dish is typically served as a main course, often paired with feta cheese, olives, and crusty bread. Simply delicious!

    To learn more: Briam - Greek Roasted Vegetables

    Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Bites

    Ayla Clulee

    Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Bites are the perfect way to enjoy a healthy family meal on a hectic weeknight dinner. Bite-sized pieces of salmon are marinated in a rich teriyaki sauce and then cooked to perfection in an air fryer. 

    This foolproof recipe will give you the most delicious salmon bites that are perfect for any occasion.

    To learn more: Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Bites

    Chicken Kofta

    4 pieces of chicken kofta served with Lebanese rice and salad
    Ayla Clulee

    You're going to love this Chicken Kofte (or Kofta) Recipe! It's super easy to make, ready in just 20 minutes, and packed with delicious Mediterranean flavors. You can pan fry, bake, grill, or air fry them—they all turn out fantastic.

    To learn more: Chicken Kofta Recipe

    Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

    5 pieces of air fryer chicken cutlets
    Ayla Clulee

    These Crispy Breaded Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are all about that perfect crunch on the outside and juicy tenderness on the inside.

    They’re a breeze to whip up, taking only 24 minutes; perfect for those busy weeknights!

    To learn more: Crispy Breaded Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

    Jamaican Pepper Steak

    Ayla Clulee

    Jamaican Pepper Steak is a delightful stir-fry dish consisting of beef strips, rich Caribbean spices, sweet bell peppers, and Asian flavorings such as ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this colorful steak dish makes a perfect weeknight meal or a lazy Sunday lunch. 

    Serve it on a bed of plain steamed rice or with a slice of crusty Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread for a meal that the whole family will love!

    To learn more: Jamaican Pepper Steak

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    air fryer fajitas served with salsa, coriander, sour cream and tortilla wraps
    Ayla Clulee

    Cook up these quick, super easy, and healthy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas for a fun family Mexican feast!

    If you’re looking for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that’s ready in just 15 minutes, these fantastic Chicken Fajitas in the Air Fryer are perfect for you.

    To learn more: Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas – Quick and Easy


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    Welcome to Cooking Gorgeous, where delicious easy-to-follow recipes and culinary inspiration await you! My name is Ayla Clulee, a passionate and professional Cordon Bleu-trained chef, recipe developer, and food content creator with decades of experience. I am based in the UK, and I'm thrilled to have you here.

    The kitchen is my happy place and cooking is my therapy.

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