15 Anti-Inflammatory Lunches You Can Make in 10 Minutes By Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Wimberly is EatingWell's Editorial Fellow. As a food and mental health blogger, Camryn explores how food and cooking can help improve mental health and also be an avenue to connect with one's culture and heritage. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on November 10, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT See More Katey Davidson is a Canadian registered dietitian and certified personal trainer with a Master of Science in Foods and Nutrition. She is passionate about making evidence-based nutrition, fitness and wellness information accessible to the public. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Looking for easy,satisfying and anti-inflammatory lunch ideas? You’ll love these options. These delicious lunches take no more than 10 minutes to prepare, so they are perfect for busy weekdays. With anti-inflammatory ingredients like chickpeas, salmon, chia seeds and colorful fruits and vegetables, each dish can help combat symptoms of chronic inflammation like joint pain and fatigue. Try recipes like our Green Smoothie and our White Bean & Spinach Caprese Salad for a tasty love that will help you feel your best. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! 01 of 15 Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Lindsey Lower This tuna salad packs plenty of protein and gets a boost of flavor from sumac. The spice adds a citrusy touch, enhancing the lemon flavor without overshadowing the other ingredients. Serve this between two pieces of whole-wheat bread as a sandwich or by itself with tender Bibb lettuce or crunchy celery sticks. View Recipe Save 02 of 15 Green Smoothie Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless. This vibrant smoothie is a refreshing way to start your day. The spinach blends in seamlessly without overpowering the sweet tropical flavors. Banana adds a creamy texture, while mango and pineapple bring natural sweetness and a bright, sunny taste. View Recipe Save 03 of 15 White Bean & Spinach Caprese Salad This easy salad features the classic combination of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil and tangy balsamic vinegar, but adds tender white beans and fresh baby spinach to the mix. View Recipe Save 04 of 15 Chopped Salad with Sriracha Tofu & Peanut Dressing Prep four days' worth of high-protein vegan lunches using just four easy ingredients. Because this salad mix is hearty, you can dress these bowls up to 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors in this healthy chopped salad to marry. View Recipe Save 05 of 15 Peanut Butter-Banana Flaxseed Smoothie Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower. This smoothie is a creamy, satisfying drink. The banana adds natural sweetness and helps create a smooth, rich texture. Peanut butter brings delicious nutty flavor along with plant-based protein to keep you full longer. Ground flaxseed boosts the smoothie with fiber and omega-3s. Blended with almond milk, it’s a quick and delicious way to fuel your day. View Recipe Save 06 of 15 Salmon Salad–Stuffed Avocado Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Addelyn Evans Good-quality canned salmon is high in protein and brain-loving omega-3 fatty acids. Mix it with pesto-spiked yogurt and pile it old-school style into a halved avocado for a quick healthy lunch. View Recipe Save 07 of 15 Chickpea & Kale Toast Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh Chickpeas and kale are layered on a slice of crisp toast and garnished with crumbled feta for a savory breakfast that is satisfying and delicious. View Recipe Save 08 of 15 Spinach Salad with Quinoa, Chicken & Fresh Berries Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickeyt, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless This hearty salad keeps prep time short by using rotisserie chicken (or leftover chicken) and a pouch of microwavable quinoa. Tender spinach and juicy berries add a pop of color and flavor. View Recipe Save 09 of 15 Strawberry-Mango Chia Seed Smoothie Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle. This chia seed smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink rich in fiber, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids.. You can use frozen strawberries and mango, but you’ll need to add extra almond milk to help it blend smoothly. View Recipe Save 10 of 15 Chickpea & Roasted Red Pepper Lettuce Wraps with Tahini Dressing A tangy, nutty tahini dressing brings together no-cook ingredients like canned chickpeas and roasted red peppers for these easy meal-prep lettuce wraps. Make these wraps ahead of time for a grab-and-go lunch or dinner. A few wedges of warm pita finish off the meal perfectly. View Recipe Save 11 of 15 Mason Jar Power Salad with Chickpeas & Tuna This power salad will keep you fueled for hours, thanks to 26 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber. Tossing the dressing and kale, and then letting it stand in the jar, softens it enough so you don't need to massage or cook it to make it tender. View Recipe Save 12 of 15 Blueberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Hannah Grennwood. This chia seed smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink that’s perfect for your next breakfast. It blends frozen peaches and sweet frozen blueberries with a splash of almond milk and yogurt for a creamy, fruity base. View Recipe Save 13 of 15 Spring Roll Salad All the tastes, color and fun of a spring roll without all the work! This healthy salad recipe is bursting with colors of the rainbow from generous amounts of fresh vegetables, shrimp and whole grains, all topped with a peanut dressing for the ultimate satisfying salad. View Recipe Save 14 of 15 Chopped Chicken & Sweet Potato Salad This easy salad allows for a wonderful use of leftover cooked chicken. Look for escarole in the produce section near the leafy greens; if you can't find it, you can use romaine instead. View Recipe Save 15 of 15 No-Added-Sugar Mango Lassi Smoothie photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle Made with juicy frozen mangoes, creamy strained (Greek-style) yogurt and nutrient-packed hemp seeds, this high-protein smoothie is inspired by the Indian drink and keeps you full and energized for your busy day! View Recipe Save Explore more: Healthy Recipes Lifestyle Diets Anti-Inflammatory Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit