Healthy Lunch Recipes Series Part 2 : Healthy starts for the 40s & 50s.



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 










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.

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