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What’s your go-to work lunch?

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InspirationUnavailable · 07/10/2018 20:09

I’m sick to death of sandwiches for lunch when I’m out of the house but am completely lacking in inspiration as to what to replace them with. My issue is I don’t have access to either a fridge or microwave between leaving the house and eating so it’s got to be something that keeps fresh and can be eaten cold - and isn’t another bloody sandwich! If you’re in a similar position, what’s your go-to lunch?

I’ve considered getting a thermos for things like soup but am doubtful as to whether they actually keep things warm - does anyone use one and would recommend?

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TomHardysNextWife · 07/10/2018 20:13

I think a good quality flask would keep soup warm.

I often take a serving of greek yogurt with muesli on top and some berries. It's better slightly warm out of the fridge and is filling. Or I will take cheese and crackers, again doesn't hurt being kept out of the fridge. I don't eat bread so it's a bit limiting.

TulipsInBloom1 · 07/10/2018 20:14

Do you have access to a kettle?

catlovingdoctor · 07/10/2018 20:14

Get a cool bag and you can make nice salads? Mozzarella, tomato & avocado; or cous cous with chickpeas and veg?

EdithWeston · 07/10/2018 20:15

My go to was a piece of smoked fish (eg a fillet of smoked/peppered mackerel) plus a tub of couscous.

SleightOfMind · 07/10/2018 20:17

I do flask and soup. It’s not piping hot but definitely warm enough to need blowing on.

Threehoursfromhome · 07/10/2018 20:18

I do a version of this, not always couscous - sometimes pearl barley or quinoa - and swap up the vegetables in it, it's pretty forgiving.

www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/11690/10minute-couscous-salad

Batinahat · 07/10/2018 20:20

If you have access to a kettle you can do homemade noodle pots. I do these for lunches a few times a week to mix it up and love them! Loads of ideas if you Google but I do mine with miso paste and rice noodles plus whatever veg is in fridge chopped small. Come lunchtime I just fill the mug with boiling water, put the lid on for 5 mins, stir and then enjoy. Delicious!

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InspirationUnavailable · 07/10/2018 20:42

Some great suggestions, thanks! Cous cous salads are definitely something I’ll give a go and I’ll invest in a thermos - any suggestions of where to get a good one?

Sadly no access to a kettle but those noodles sound fab

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