Lunch Ideas

Lunch (No Restrictions)

Grilled Chicken & Quinoa Bowl with Feta & Almonds

Grilled chicken breast (lysine-rich)
Cooked quinoa (better lysine-to-arginine ratio)
Roasted sweet potatoes & zucchini
Crumbled feta cheese
Toasted almonds for crunch
Lemon & olive oil dressing

Salmon & Avocado Salad with Walnuts

Grilled salmon (omega-3s & lysine)
Mixed greens & cherry tomatoes
Sliced avocado (healthy fats)
Crushed walnuts (brain & immune support)
Olive oil & balsamic dressing

Lentil & Ricotta Stuffed Peppers with Toasted Nuts

Bell peppers stuffed with cooked lentils (lysine-rich)
Ricotta cheese (lysine boost)
Garlic, onions, & spinach
Topped with toasted pecans or walnuts

Zucchini Noodles with Almond Pesto & Parmesan

Spiralized zucchini noodles (low in arginine)
Almond-based pesto (garlic, basil, olive oil, almonds)
Shredded parmesan cheese
Side of grilled chicken or shrimp

Turkey & Cheese Lettuce Wraps with Cashews

Turkey slices (lysine-packed protein)
Cheddar cheese slices
Wrapped in romaine or collard greens
Side of roasted cashews

Cottage Cheese & Walnut-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Baked sweet potatoes (lysine-rich)
Topped with cottage cheese
Sprinkled with chopped walnuts & cinnamon

Cheesy Lentil Salad with Almonds

Cooked lentils (lysine source)
Feta or parmesan cheese
Toasted almonds for crunch
Olive oil & lemon dressing

Egg & Almond Butter Toast

Scrambled or poached eggs (lysine-rich)
Whole-grain toast with almond butter
Side of mixed greens

Greek Yogurt & Walnut Quinoa Bowl

Cooked quinoa (lysine-rich grain)
Greek yogurt (probiotic & high in lysine)
Crushed walnuts
Drizzle of honey & cinnamon

Ricotta & Walnut-Stuffed Dates (Great for a small lunch or snack!)

Medjool dates (natural sweetness)
Filled with ricotta cheese
Sprinkled with chopped walnuts

Lunch (Dairy-Free & Nut-Free)

Garlic & Herb Grilled Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Grilled chicken breast (high in lysine)
Roasted zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots
Side of mashed sweet potatoes
Lemon & garlic dressing (immune-boosting)

Salmon & Avocado Bowl with Quinoa

Grilled or baked salmon (lysine + omega-3s)
Avocado (healthy fats)
Quinoa (lysine-rich grain)
Steamed broccoli or kale
Drizzle of olive oil & lemon

Turkey & Spinach Lettuce Wraps

Ground turkey (great lysine source)
Sautéed spinach & garlic
Wrapped in large romaine or collard leaves
Side of roasted plantains or baked sweet potatoes

Beef & Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry

Lean ground beef (lysine)
Cauliflower rice (low-carb alternative)
Stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and turmeric
Side of sautéed green beans

Lentil & Vegetable Soup

Green or brown lentils (lysine-rich legume)
Carrots, celery, garlic, onions
Turmeric & ginger for anti-inflammatory benefits
Served with a slice of gluten-free bread

Grilled Shrimp & Zucchini Noodles

Grilled shrimp (lysine-packed protein)
Zucchini noodles (low in arginine)
Garlic, olive oil & basil sauce

Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowl

Shredded chicken (lysine source)
Roasted sweet potatoes
Steamed kale or sautéed spinach
Drizzle of tahini or lemon dressing

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey & Quinoa

Bell peppers filled with:
- Ground turkey (lysine)
- Quinoa (better lysine-to-arginine ratio)
- Garlic, onions, and spices
Baked until tender

Herb-Roasted Salmon with Steamed Greens

Baked salmon with dill & lemon
Steamed asparagus & spinach
Side of mashed cauliflower

Turmeric Chicken & Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted chicken thighs (lysine-rich)
Cauliflower seasoned with turmeric & garlic
Side of sautéed mushrooms & onions

Vegetarian (No Restrictions)

Greek Yogurt & Walnut Quinoa Bowl

Cooked quinoa (lysine-rich grain)
Greek yogurt (probiotic & high in lysine)
Crushed walnuts (omega-3s)
Drizzle of honey & cinnamon

Spinach & Feta Salad with Almonds

Fresh spinach (immune-boosting)
Crumbled feta cheese (lysine-rich)
Toasted almonds (healthy fats & protein)
Olive oil & lemon dressing

Lentil & Walnut Stuffed Bell Peppers

Lentils (lysine-rich plant protein)
Chopped walnuts (adds crunch & protein)
Garlic, onions, & feta cheese
Baked until tender

Ricotta & Almond Pesto Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini noodles (low in arginine)
Ricotta cheese (lysine-rich)
Almond-based pesto sauce (garlic, basil, olive oil, parmesan, almonds)

Cottage Cheese & Walnut Wrap (Lettuce or Whole-Grain Wrap)

Cottage cheese (high in lysine)
Chopped walnuts (good for brain health)
Spinach & cucumbers
Wrapped in romaine lettuce or a whole-grain tortilla

Sweet Potato & Almond Butter Bowl

Roasted sweet potatoes (lysine source)
Drizzle of almond butter
Greek yogurt & cinnamon topping

Baked Feta & Almond Crusted Cauliflower

Roasted cauliflower
Crumbled baked feta cheese
Almond crust topping with olive oil

Cheesy Lentil Salad with Toasted Walnuts

Cooked lentils (lysine-rich)
Parmesan cheese (lysine boost)
Toasted walnuts
Olive oil & balsamic dressing

Egg & Almond Butter Toast

Scrambled or poached eggs (lysine-rich)
Whole-grain toast with almond butter
Side of mixed greens

Ricotta & Walnut-Stuffed Dates (Great for a small lunch or snack!)

Medjool dates (natural sweetness)
Filled with ricotta cheese
Sprinkled with chopped walnuts

Vegetarian (with Dairy & Nut Free)

Greek Yogurt & Lentil Power Bowl

Cooked lentils (high in lysine)
Greek yogurt (lysine + probiotics)
Roasted zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots
Lemon & olive oil dressing

Quinoa & Roasted Vegetable Bowl with Feta

Quinoa (better lysine-to-arginine ratio)
Roasted cauliflower, bell peppers, and kale
Crumbled feta cheese (lysine-rich)
Olive oil & lemon dressing

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Cottage Cheese & Spinach

Baked sweet potatoes (lysine-rich)
Cottage cheese (high in lysine)
Sautéed spinach & garlic
Side of roasted asparagus

Cheesy Lentil & Spinach Soup

Lentils (high in lysine)
Sautéed onions, garlic, and carrots
Spinach & turmeric for immune support
Topped with shredded parmesan or feta

Zucchini Noodles with Ricotta & Garlic Tomato Sauce

Zucchini noodles (low in arginine)
Garlic-infused tomato sauce
Ricotta cheese (lysine boost)
Fresh basil & olive oil drizzle

Cottage Cheese & Black Bean Tacos (Lettuce Wraps)

Black beans (good lysine source for vegetarians)
Romaine lettuce wraps
Cottage cheese & avocado topping
Salsa & lime dressing

Baked Plantain & Greek Yogurt Bowl

Roasted plantains (lysine-rich)
Greek yogurt (protein + probiotics)
Drizzle of honey & cinnamon

Chickpea & Roasted Veggie Salad with Feta

Chickpeas (high in lysine)
Roasted sweet potatoes & bell peppers
Crumbled feta cheese
Olive oil & lemon dressing

Spinach & Cheese Omelet with Sweet Potato Hash

Eggs (high in lysine)
Spinach & garlic sautéed in olive oil
Shredded cheese (cheddar or feta)
Side of roasted sweet potatoes

Greek Yogurt & Quinoa Tabbouleh Bowl

Cooked quinoa (lysine-rich grain)
Chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley
Greek yogurt dressing with lemon

Vegetarian (Dairy-Free & Nut-Free)

Lentil & Vegetable Soup

Green or brown lentils (high in lysine)
Carrots, celery, garlic, onions
Turmeric & ginger (anti-inflammatory)
Served with gluten-free toast or quinoa

Quinoa & Roasted Vegetable Bowl

Cooked quinoa (good lysine-to-arginine ratio)
Roasted zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots
Garlic & olive oil dressing
Side of steamed spinach

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Black Beans & Avocado

Baked sweet potatoes (lysine-rich)
Black beans (good lysine source for vegetarians)
Avocado & cilantro garnish
Drizzle of lime juice

Cauliflower & Chickpea Curry

Roasted cauliflower & chickpeas
Cooked in coconut milk, turmeric, and garlic
Served over quinoa or with gluten-free flatbread

Grilled Eggplant & Zucchini Wraps (Grain-Free!)

Grilled eggplant & zucchini slices
Stuffed with hummus & spinach
Wrapped in collard greens or romaine lettuce

Turmeric-Spiced Lentil & Kale Stir-Fry

Green lentils (lysine source)
Sautéed kale with garlic & turmeric
Side of mashed sweet potatoes

Quinoa & Black Bean Tacos (Lettuce Wraps)

Cooked quinoa & black beans
Romaine lettuce wraps
Salsa, avocado, and lime dressing

Chickpea & Roasted Veggie Salad

Chickpeas (high in lysine)
Roasted sweet potatoes & bell peppers
Olive oil & lemon dressing
Side of quinoa or millet

Zucchini Noodles with Garlic & Tomato Sauce

Zucchini noodles (low in arginine)
Garlic-infused tomato sauce
Fresh basil & olive oil drizzle

Baked Plantain & Avocado Bowl