17 Packable Lunch Ideas That'll Actually Fill You Up

There's no better way to set yourself up for a solid day ahead than to pack your own lunch. And if you're out of recipe ideas, we've put together this list of versatile lunches that you can pack the morning or night before — from pasta salads, to above-average sandwiches, to Buddha bowls.

A wrap is basically a tidy way to use all your leftover kitchen scraps. Serve with a side of salsa for maximum deliciousness. Recipe here.

The perfect way to use up any leftover steaks from the weekend's BBQ. Squeeze some lime on your avocado slices to keep them from turning brown before lunch. Recipe here.

To keep things from getting soggy, pack the pita on the side, then just assemble your pocket right before you eat. And for creaminess, added a smear of hummus or tzatziki sauce. Recipe here.

Sometimes, a unique sauce is the only thing you need to take your lunch from boring to "Seconds, please!" Recipe here.

Second case in point: this chipotle mayonnaise made with diced chipotle peppers. Recipe here.

This meal prep-style lunch is one you can put together in a flash, and easily tweak to fit your taste. Recipe here. And if you're curious about meal prepping, check out our 7-day meal prep plan.

Add chicken breast or shrimp to make this lunch a little extra hearty. Recipe here.

This bento lunch will work with whatever protein you have leftover from last night's dinner. Recipe here.

Done in 30 minutes or less. Recipe here.

Chewy and tender, whole wheat berries are a delicious way to incorporate way fiber and protein into your diet. Recipe here.

Because it's such a hearty vegetable, kale is perfect for work lunches — it'll stand up to a few hours packed away in Tupperware, no problem. Recipe here.

And if you're not a fan of the mango coconut rice, simply switch it out for brown or plain white rice. Recipe here.