Healthy Quick Weight Loss Lunches

It is fairly simple to make quick and healthy lunches that will help move you towards your weight loss goal. The most important aspect of eating healthy, especially for lunch when you are likely away from your house, is to plan ahead so you are not tempted to rush through a drive-thru or to grab some junk food. Set aside a few minutes the night before or get up a few minutes earlier in the morning and either prepare your lunch then or plan what you will have.

Fresh Spring Rolls

Pick up some rice paper sheets from the Asian section of your grocery store, along with a selection of fresh vegetables, some precooked lean chicken or tofu and some low-fat, sugar-free dipping sauce. Rehydrate the rice sheets for several seconds under hot water, then add your ingredients before wrapping the roll like a small burrito. Keep them in the fridge in a sealed container or wrap them in plastic wrap. They will become stiff if left out, so try to eat them the same day.

Soup and Fresh Vegetables

Find a good vegetable soup for your base. Do not choose a cream soup, as these are high in fat. Add steamed vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots and peas to the soup until it is more dense, like a stew. Steam vegetables ahead of time for this purpose and keep them in separate baggies in the fridge. That way, in the morning, you can grab your can of soup, your bag of veggies and a bowl and be set for a filling and healthy lunch.

Wraps

You can fill whole-wheat tortilla wraps with almost anything, store them for several days in the fridge or longer in the freezer and simply reheat them when it's time for lunch. A favorite is precooked chicken or tofu, broccoli and a small amount of Parmesan cheese. Another good wrap is hummus, chicken or tofu, celery and red peppers. Of course, you can always just steam some vegetables and add them along with a protein and some low-fat dressing to a tortilla and be good to go.

Sandwiches

Yes, you can be on a diet and eat sandwiches. They can be good for you, depending on your selections. Always use whole-grain bread, lean meat and lots of vegetables. Go easy on the spreads; if your sandwich has good ingredients, you may be able to avoid them entirely. Instead of mayo or dressing, try low-fat marinara sauce, hummus or balsamic vinegar and olive oil, which is a good source of healthy fats.