28 Vegetarian Lunches That Aren't Another Boring Salad

If you're going to make a big batch of this decadent soup to enjoy throughout the week, just remember to cook and store the rice noodles separately. Add them right to the broth when you're ready to eat.

Recipe: Curry Noodle Soup

Loaded with scrambled eggs and veggies, this comforting and cheesy quesadilla will keep you feeling full until dinner time.

Recipe: Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla

A satisfying and totally meat-free alternative to tuna fish, chickpeas are mashed and combined with red onion, pepper, mayo, Dijon, dill and spices. The chickpea mixture stays good in the fridge for up to five days so you can prepare it well in advance.

Recipe: Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Eat this baby cold or pop it into the toaster oven for some melty mozzarella goodness. Get the recipe.

Cook the noodles and prepare the peanut sesame sauce ahead of time. Then, dress your bowl when you're ready to chow down. Get the recipe.

You can get creative and top this protein-packed toast with anything from cucumbers and tomato to tahini and pomegranate. Get the recipe.

All you need for these easy tacos is refried black beans, sweet potato puree, grated cheese, and tortillas. Then, you can dress it up with all your favorite Tex-Mex toppings like avocado and pico de gallo. Get the recipe.

The secret's in the sweet-and-tangy sauce, which is made with sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, chili-garlic sauce, and peanut butter. But heads up: You'll want to eat it on everything. Get the recipe.

These Tex-Mex stuffed sweet potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy weekday lunch. Get the recipe.

Pop these six-ingredient marinated mushrooms into a wrap, on top of a rice bowl, or in lettuce wraps to make better-for-you tacos. Get the recipe.

A perfectly appropriate fall lunch, all of your coworkers will be begging for a spoonful. Get the recipe.

If you don't have the time to make the sauce from scratch, store-bought tzatziki or hummus should do the trick. Get the recipe.

This better-for-you twist on classic sesame chicken tastes just as indulgent. Pile it on cauliflower rice, quinoa, or regular rice for a filling meal. Get the recipe.

All you need is an avocado, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and a drizzle of balsamic to make this simply genius lunch. Get the recipe.