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45 Real Teacher Lunches That Will Inspire You To Pack Your Own


When you’re running from the copier to recess duty and back again, it’s easy to fall back on fast-food teacher lunches and granola bars wolfed down in the car. We get it. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for better ideas that are inexpensive, easy to pack, and nutritious too. These folks showed us how it’s done!

1. Taco Salad

@stephs.dlux.kitchen/Taco Salad via Instagram

Top it with salsa, dressing, sour cream, or even Greek yogurt.

Learn more: @stephs.dlux.kitchen

2. Yogurt Bowl

Plastic bowl with yogurt topped by fruit and granola

@mdcamey/Yogurt Bowl via Instagram

For those with a sweet tooth.

Learn more: @mdcamey

3. Falafel Salad

Blue bowl with mixed salad topped with falafel, next to a fork

@foodforthoughtlauren/Falafel Salad via Instagram

Crumbled falafel on a ready-made salad is fast and easy.

Learn more: @foodforthoughtlauren

4. Salmon Sushi Bowl

Square glass container containing salad with smoked salmon and seaweed chips

@caitylous_kitchen/Salmon Sushi Bowl via Instagram

Just as good as sushi, but less expensive when you make it at home.

Learn more: @caitylous_kitchen

5. Peanut Rice Noodles

Salad made of rice noodles, cabbage, tofu, vegetables, and peanuts

@sarahlocilentolifestyle/Peanut Rice Noodles via Instagram

If your school is peanut-free, try a sesame dressing on this one instead.

Learn more: @sarahlocilentolifestyle

6. Samosa Wrap

Wrap filled with samosa ingredients, cut in half and served on a plate

@smart.eats.with.nikki/Samosa Wrap via Instagram

Samosa flavors, without the need to fry.

Learn more: @smart.eats.with.nikki

7. Avocado Cream Cheese Bagel

Teacher lunch of toasted bagel topped with cream cheese, avocado, and tomato

@eat_birmingham/Avocado Bagel via Instagram

Avocado just makes everything better, doesn’t it?

Learn more: @eat_birmingham

8. Chili Con Carne

Glass dishes containing rice and chili con carne

@healthykerenza/Chili Con Carne via Instagram

Lots of veggies make this recipe nutritious.

Learn more: @healthykerenza

9. Coconut Chicken Stew

Glass bowl holding rice topped with coconut chicken stew and a fork

@jessica.r.dietitian/Coconut Chicken Stew via Instagram

Coconut milk, mango chutney, fresh ginger—we’re drooling already.

Learn more: @jessica.r.dietitian

10. Summer Rolls

Three veggie-filled summer rolls on a white plate, made for teacher lunches

@thedeats__/Summer Rolls via Instagram

It’s surprisingly easy to make your own.

Learn more: @thedeats__

11. Mexican Pasta Salad

Teal bowl filled with Mexican pasta salad and garnished with lime

@smart.eats.with.nikki/Mexican Pasta Salad via Instagram

You can eat this one cold, or warm it up on a chilly day.

Learn more: @smart.eats.with.nikki

12. Cottage Cheese Egg Salad

Lettuce leaf filled with egg salad made with cottage cheese

@lowacideats/Cottage Cheese Egg Salad via Instagram

The cottage cheese adds some extra protein, plus calcium.

Learn more: @lowacideats

13. Cheddar Veggie Muffins

Platter of cheddar veggie muffins, perfect for teacher lunches

@kerrygoldsouthafrica/Cheddar Veggie Muffins via Instagram

Just add a side salad or some fresh fruit, and call it a day.

Learn more: @kerrygoldsouthafrica

14. Zucchini Taco Boat

Hand holding half a zucchini cut lengthwise, filled with chicken, beans, melted cheese and other taco ingredients

@larasalamone/Zucchini Taco Boat via Instagram

Tacos, but make them low-carb.

Learn more: @larasalamone

15. Chilled Cucumber Soup

Bowl of chilled cucumber soup topped with sour cream and chives

@amanda_finkl_coaching/Cucumber Soup via Instagram

No need to stand in line for the microwave!

Learn more: @amanda_finkl_coaching

16. Strawberry Turkey Salad

Blue and white bowl holding salad made of lettuce, turkey, strawberries, and more

@stefie_sjs/Strawberry Turkey Salad via Instagram

Whoever first decided to put strawberries in a salad was a genius.

Learn more: @stefie_sjs

17. Caprese Salad

Three black plastic containers filled with Caprese salad ingredients

@cameefaulk/Caprese Salad via Instagram

So beautiful to look at, so yummy to eat!

Learn more: @cameefaulk

18. Avocado Egg Salad

Bowl of avocado egg salad next to lettuce leaves holding more of the salad

@amyleighharmon/Avocado Egg Salad via Instagram

The avocado really kicks it up a notch.

Learn more: @amyleighharmon

19. Veggie Frittata

Teacher lunch consisting of veggie frittatas, bag of carrots, fruit, and La Croix can

@polly_bee_bright/Veggie Frittata via Instagram

Bake up a batch over the weekend, and you’re set for healthy teacher lunches all week long.

Learn more: @polly_bee_bright

20. Pesto Tortellini

Pan containing tortellini, sausage, and peppers in a pesto sauce

@ashn702/Pesto Tortellini via Instagram

Easy and super delicious.

Learn more: @ashn702

21. BLT Salad

Salad with lettuce, cabbage, tomato, bacon, and bread cheese topping

@ambenn_foodie/BLT Salad via Instagram

It all starts with a simple salad kit.

Learn more: @ambenn_foodie

22. Greek Yogurt Personal Pizza

Personal pizzas in glass meal prep containers

@teachertastes/Greek Yogurt Pizza via Instagram

Because pizza is always a good idea.

Learn more: @teachertastes

23. Snack Lunch

Pistachios, vegetables, and other snacks in a container

@thepinspiredteacher/Snack Lunch via Instagram

Who says you have to pack a sandwich or leftovers? Snacks FTW.

Learn more: @thepinspiredteacher

24. Mac + Cheese

Mac and cheese plus peas, baby carrots, and fruit in small individual containers

@taylorcaitlyn/Mac and Cheese via Instagram

It’s not just for kids! Mix in some peas or broccoli and pack some raw veggies or fruit on the side for a healthy twist.

Learn more: @taylorcaitlyn

25. Mason Jar Salad

Salads in jars on a countertop, packed ahead for a week of teacher lunches

@ericabohrer/Salad Jars via Instagram

We love all the clever variations on these portable, prep-ahead salads.

Learn more: @ericabohrer

26. Chickpea Salad

Chickpea salad on a cracker, with a pillow in the background reading #teacherlife

@getbusyteaching/Chickpea Salad via Instagram

For when you’re tired of both chicken and tuna salad. Pack some crackers to go with it for an extra-special lunchtime treat.

Learn more: @getbusyteaching

27. Sheet Pan Meals

Sausage, peppers, and veggies in glass containers

@teachertastes/Sheet Pan Meals via Instagram

Bake in advance, reheat at work, and you’re good to go!

Learn more: @teachertastes

28. Hearty Veggie Soup

Large Dutch oven on a stovetop, filled with hearty vegetable soup

@katienorris27/Vegetable Soup via Instagram

This is great for quick and healthy lunches throughout the week.

Learn more: @katienorris27

29. Fresh and Light

Divided container filled with rotisserie chicken, watermelon, strawberries, cucumber slices, and cheese slices, for a healthy teacher lunch

@teacherandtoddlermeals/Fresh and Light Lunch via Instagram

Simple doesn’t have to mean boring! Sometimes the best lunches are those that rely on easy, wholesome ingredients.

Learn more: @teacherandtoddlermeals

30. Chicken Tikka Masala

Individual plastic containers of chicken tikka masala with broccoli

@themindfuleducator/Chicken Tikka Masala via Instagram

BRB, drooling.

Learn more: @themindfuleducator

31. Couscous and Veggies

Glass container of salad made from brussels sprouts, pea pods, tomatoes, couscous, and more, sitting on a whiteboard with letters drawn on it

@let.a.girl.eat/Couscous Salad via Instagram

Served cold or warm, this combination makes for a great salad that will fill you up.

Learn more: @let.a.girl.eat

32. Breakfast for Lunch

Small glass jars holding overnight oats and mixed nuts, a container of blackberries, and a banana

@kate_in_the_kitchen/Breakfast for Lunch via Instagram

This is inspired (and the overnight oats make it so easy!).

Learn more: @kate_in_the_kitchen

33. Individual Quiches

Four individual quiches, prepared ahead of time for teacher lunches

@teachingtable/Individual Quiches via Instagram

Imagine opening your lunch box and seeing this beauty waiting for you.

Learn more: @teachingtable

34. Pasta-To-Go

Still from @millennialmusicteacher

@millennialmusicteacher/Pasta Salad via Instagram

Standing on your feet all day does require carb loading.

Learn more: @millennialmusicteacher

35. Greek Tuna Salad

Four plastic containers filled with Greek-style tuna salad

@captivatescience/Greek Tuna Salad via Instagram

Feta and lemon jazz up tuna salad. Stuff it in a pita or eat it out of the bowl!

Learn more: @captivatescience

36. Protein and Veggie Bowl

Four bowls showing various protein and veggie dishes used for healthy teacher lunches

@comprehensibleclassroom/Protein and Veggies via Instagram

These prep-ahead teacher lunches are packed with the protein you need to sustain your energy all day long.

Learn more: @comprehensibleclassroom

37. Roasted Cauliflower Taco Bowls

Roasted cauliflower and veggie bowl

@budgetbytes/Cauliflower Taco Bowl via Instagram

All the yummy flavor, with lots of healthy veggies too.

Learn more: @budgetbytes

38. Spinach Wrap

Divided container with a spinach chicken wrap, cheese cubes, cucumber slices, and raspberries

@teacherandtoddlermeals/Spinach Wrap via Instagram

Switch up your sandwich.

Learn more: @teacherandtoddlermeals

39. Mini Cheese Board

Drinkable Chobani Greek yogurt bottle next to a divided container filled with grapes, crackers, cheese, cucumber slices, and trail mix

@easylunchboxes/Mini Charcuterie via Instagram

It’s like your own personal charcuterie platter.

Learn more: @easylunchboxes

40. Burger Bowls

Burger with pickles and fries in a glass meal prep container

@teachertastes/Burger Bowls via Instagram

This is way better than cafeteria burgers.

Learn more: @teachertastes

41. Chipotle Chicken Bowl

Chipotle chicken bowls with corn salsa in glass containers

@teachertastes/Chipotle Chicken Bowls via Instagram

Pretty confident I would eat all five of these meal-prep bowls on a Monday.

Learn more: @teachertastes

42. Chicken Gyro

Grilled chicken gyro in a pita, with a baggie of mixed veggies

@carollovescupcakes/Chicken Gyro via Instagram

I want to be this teacher’s friend.

Learn more: @carollovescupcakes

43. Stir Fry

Two pans on a stove, filled with noodles and a stir fry, next to two styrofoam containers of stir fry and side dishes

@archers_all_stars/Stir Fry via Instagram

Beats whatever they’re serving in the cafeteria.

Learn more: @archers_all_stars

44. Ravioli Sandwiches

Bento box with crimped sandwiches and snacks

@schoollunchbox/Ravioli Sandwiches via Instagram

Plus lots of other yummy things … but the world’s cutest mini sandwiches.

Learn more: @schoollunchbox

45. Ramen Noodle Asian Salad

Green glass container with Asian salad and a blue water bottle

@average_everyday_teacher_mom/Asian Salad via Instagram

The crushed ramen noodles add terrific texture.

Learn more: @average_everyday_teacher_mom

If you loved these teacher lunches, check out our Top 20 Meal Kits and Delivery Services for Busy Teachers.

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