Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps & Tuna Avocado Salad : Healthy Lunch Recipes Series Part 2

By Jinnywise | Registered Nurse | 28 Years Medical Experience

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For women in their late 40s and 50s, a healthy lunch should focus on a 3-part formula: high-quality protein to maintain muscle, fiber for steady energy, and healthy fats to keep you satisfied and support hormone health. 

Here are  easy-to-make and healthy lunch recipes 

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1.Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps

 A low-carb favorite that uses crisp lettuce leaves instead of bread or tortillas.

• Ingredients: Cooked chicken strips, 1/4 cup basil pesto, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or light mayo), romaine lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes.
• Steps:
1. Mix the chicken with pesto and Greek yogurt in a bowl.
2. Spoon the mixture into large, crisp lettuce cups.
3. Top with sliced tomatoes and enjoy as a fresh wrap.

                           2.Tuna Avocado Salad

A protein-packed duo that keeps you full for hours.

• Ingredients: 1 lb cooked shrimp, 6 hard-boiled eggs, 1/3 cup light mayo, diced celery, and Dijon mustard.
• Steps:
  1. Roughly chop the cooked shrimp and hard-boiled eggs.
  2. In a bowl, mix mayo, mustard, and celery.
  3. Fold in the shrimp and eggs until evenly coated.