Top homemade meals to go

Discover the best homemade meal ideas to go, perfect for work, school, or road trips. Our selection features easy make-ahead recipes, ideal for weekly meal prepping. Find healthy and delicious options that store well, from salads and bowls to sandwiches and wraps. Simplify your lunches with these practical and nutritious on-the-go solutions. Enjoying a homemade meal away from home has never been easier.

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    Mediterranean Poke Bowl with Tuna, Avocado, and Vegetables

    503 Global Votes
    • Quick and simple to prepare

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    This poke bowl is a modern and healthy option that combines proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates. It can be prepared in advance and assembled easily, making it ideal for taking with you.

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    Meat or Vegetable Lasagna

    18 Global Votes
    • Delicious and easy to make

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    Lasagna is a classic that can be prepared in advance, divided into portions, and reheated easily. It's a complete and satisfying meal, ideal for taking with you and enjoying a homemade dish.

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    Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Tuna and Roasted Vegetables

    0 Global Votes
    • Brings out natural sweetness of vegetables

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    This salad is a complete and nutritious option, ideal for preparing in advance and taking with you. It keeps well cold and provides stable energy for the workday, being a healthy trend in 2026.

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    Chickpea and Quinoa Salad

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    • Healthy

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    This salad is an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber, very filling and nutritious. It's perfect to eat cold, maintaining its freshness and properties, which makes it ideal for taking with you.

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    Chicken with Vegetables in Air Fryer

    0 Global Votes
    • Healthy meal

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    This dish is quick to prepare, healthy, and allows for efficient 'batch cooking'. The chicken turns out juicy and the vegetables crispy, making it an ideal option to take and reheat.

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    Homemade Ham and Date Empanada

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    • Flaky pastry

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    This empanada offers a homemade and tasty alternative to traditional sandwiches. It's easy to transport and can be enjoyed cold or warm, making it very convenient to take with you.

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    Express White Beans

    0 Global Votes
    • Easy pantry dinner

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    Legumes are an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber, perfect for lunchboxes. This white bean dish is quick to prepare and can be made in advance, ideal for reheating.

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    Chickpeas with Tuna and Vegetables

    0 Global Votes
    • Easy vegan chickpea tuna salad recipe

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    This salad is a complete, refreshing, and protein- and fiber-rich meal, ideal for maintaining energy. It's eaten cold, which makes it perfect for transporting and enjoying anywhere.

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    Lentil Salad with Pickled Vegetables and Hard-Boiled Egg

    0 Global Votes
    • Nutrient-packed

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    Legume salads are very practical for taking with you; they keep well and offer a complete nutritional profile. The combination of lentils, pickled vegetables, and hard-boiled egg makes it tasty and balanced.

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    Rice with Cod and Vegetables

    0 Global Votes
    • Easy to prepare

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    This dish is a complete meal that combines fish and vegetables with rice, ideal for reheating. It's tasty and nutritious, perfect for taking in a lunchbox and enjoying a balanced meal.

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    Chicken Stew with Mushrooms and Onion

    0 Global Votes
    • Flavor-packed

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    This stew is economical, tasty, and suitable for preparing in large quantities, making it ideal for 'batch cooking'. The chicken doesn't dry out and the stew keeps perfectly, being a comforting option to take with you.

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    Cold Hake Cake with Mayonnaise and Hard-Boiled Egg

    0 Global Votes
    • Can be served at room temperature the next day

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    This is a light and tasty option that doesn't require heating, ideal for warmer months or when a microwave is not available. It's easy to transport and very refreshing.

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    Cream of Leek Soup

    0 Global Votes
    • Easy to make

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    This cream soup is light, tasty, and very easy to reheat without losing texture, which makes it perfect for taking with you. It's a healthy and comforting option for any time of the year.

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    Teriyaki Salmon with Steamed Vegetables and Brown Rice

    0 Global Votes
    • Easy to make

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    This dish combines global flavors with a healthy touch; it's nutritious and can be prepared in advance. It offers a balanced and delicious meal, perfect for taking with you and enjoying a gourmet option.

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    Hake Tacos with Tomato

    0 Global Votes
    • Nutritious

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    This is a different and healthy way to include fish in your diet, easy to transport and assemble on the spot. It allows for a varied and customizable meal, ideal for taking with you.

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    Vegetarian Fried Rice

    0 Global Votes
    • Loaded with healthy veggies

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    This dish is versatile, allows for using seasonal vegetables, and is a complete meal that can be reheated. It's a tasty and nutritious option for vegetarians and vegetable lovers.

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    Chicken Burgers with White Rice and Salad

    0 Global Votes
    • Easy to prepare for busy weeknights

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    This is a balanced meal that combines proteins, carbohydrates, and fiber, ideal for taking with you and reheating. Homemade chicken burgers are a healthy and delicious option.