3 Easy no-heat no-fuss lunch ideas

No Heat RequiredLet's face it, life gets in the way sometimes and that can put a stop to eating a homemade lunch. These super-easy lunch recipes are perfect for on the go. The best thing is that they don't need to be heated.

These simple delicious no-heat lunch ideas are perfect for busy moms, times when you are running late or if you simply need something to eat that can't be reheated. What's even better is that all three recipes can be made in advance so you literally can grab it and go.

Need ideas for the kids? Check out these school lunch and snack ideas >>Easy pesto pasta salad recipe

Serves 4-6

Ingredients:1 box pasta, cooked as shown on the package1 English cucumber, diced1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved1 red onion, sliced1/2 cup light mayonnaise1/2 cup pestoFresh parsley for garnish (optional)Directions:

In a mixing bowl add the mayonnaise and the pesto. Mix well and add in the cooked pasta. Toss gently so that you don't break any of the pasta, making sure all of the pasta is evenly coated.Add in the tomatoes, cucumber and red onion and toss gently once more. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to develop. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top and serve.

Mediterranean veggie bagel sandwich recipe

Yields 1 sandwich

Ingredients:1 bagel (any flavor), sliced in halfHummus , any flavorFresh baby spinachRed onion, sliced thinTomato, slicedCucumber, thinly slicedRed bell pepper, thinly sliced1 slice havarti (because I love cheese)Feta, crumbledDirections:

Spread a generous amount of hummus on one side of the bagel.Add the slice of havarti cheese and begin to layer all of the fresh veggies and top with a good sprinkle of the crumbled feta.Top with other half of the bagel.

Almond butter and honey sandwich recipe

Yields 1 sandwich

Ingredients:2 slices whole grain bread2 tablespoons almond butter1 teaspoon of honeyDirections:

Spread each slice of bread with the almond butter. Drizzle with honey and sandwich together.

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