Explore these delicious and easy cold lunch options!

Whether at home, the office, or elsewhere, no-reheat lunches provide unmatched convenience. Prepare batches in advance to savor throughout the week—microwave-free. Grab your containers and explore 50 delightful cold lunch ideas to pack for work or school.
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Delicious cheese tortellini mixed with fresh ingredients.
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For cold lunch options, pasta salad shines. It's hearty, tasty, and ideal for prep in advance. This version features cheese tortellini, pepperoni, provolone cheese, olives, and artichoke hearts, tossed with zesty Italian dressing.
2
Delightful sesame-flavored noodle salad.
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Serve warm or cold - enjoy immediately, refrigerate leftovers for easy meals.
3
A refreshing, chilled soup with distinctive flavors.
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In this recipe, Chef John crafts a gazpacho devoid of tomatoes and peppers. Reviewer Kit Ko praises it as, "Chill, refreshing, and milder than its tomato-rich counterparts. It tasted even better on day two."
4
Delicious Tuna and Pea Salad Delight!
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Combine canned tuna, peas, reduced-fat mayo, garlic powder, and black pepper for a tasty dish. Enjoy with crackers or in a sandwich.
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