Cold foods for lunch

I've rounded up 54 of the best cold lunch ideas for work, no heat required! If you need ideas for easy lunches to take to work, then read on!

This Cold Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad is the perfect easy cold meal prep idea or a dish for a potluck!

Whether you’re looking for a refreshing lunch or a dish to bring to a potluck, this pesto pasta salad is delicious and easy to make. Made with basil pesto tossed in perfectly cooked pasta noodles, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes!

18 cold lunch ideas that you can meal prep ahead of time! These recipes are perfect for when you don't have access to a microwave.

A cold southwestern pasta salad made simply with canned vegetables and lots of flavor.

Not your average chicken salad! This quick Southwest Chicken Salad recipe is made with shredded chicken, flavorful spices and a handful of vegetables and protein. Serve on its own, in a sandwich, wrap or bed of lettuce!

Loaded with plenty of tasty ingredients and covered in a creamy and flavorful dressing, this cowboy pasta salad is a filling meal on its own.

This turkey croissant sandwich is the perfect finger food for tea parties or casual get-togethers. Easy to make recipe with very basic ingredients.

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad with spiral pasta, 2 cups of diced pickles, cheese, and onion covered in a creamy dill dressing with pickle juice.

These cold lunch ideas for working man require no microwave or fridge. Packing a lunch can save money and be healthier for your construction worker husband.