9 Healthy Meals on the Go

Eating on the run is so common these days, right?

You have an early start at the office, so you grab your breakfast to go.

You try to run an errand during your lunch break, so don’t get to actually sit and enjoy your lunch.

You have to meet someone after work, so never get a chance to have a “real” dinner.

Scenarios like these can EASILY lead to make some unhealthy choices, and if done often enough, turn into an unhealthy eating habit.

So, I’m sharing 9 healthy meals on-the-go, so you can be assured you’re getting the nutrients and energy you need, despite a super busy schedule.

Healthy Breakfasts on the Go

Starting your day out with something more substantial and nutritious than a pastry from Starbucks is a must for any busy career woman.

Although that may sound tempting, especially when you’re in a rush, it’s really not going to give you energy that lasts.

Instead try these:

Banana with Peanut Butter, Almonds, and Chia Seeds

The night before, cut up a banana into bit size pieces, and put them into a small container.

Then put a dallop of peanut butter on top. Sprinkle some almonds and chia seeds on top of that.

Make sure to bring a spoon, so that it’s easy to eat.

Egg, Ham and Cheese in a Cup

Crack open two eggs and put them in a small microwavable dish.

Scramble if desired, then microwave on high for 40 seconds. (May need a little longer, but that’s as per your preference.)

While the eggs are in the microwave, cut up two slices of deli ham into pieces.

Once the eggs are done, place in a to-go container and top with shredded cheddar cheese (or another cheese), then top with the ham pieces.

Don’t forget your fork.

Greek Yogurt with Fruit and Nuts

Place a cup of plain Greek yogurt into a bowl with cut up pieces of fruit (peaches are a nice choice!). Add some pecans, walnuts, or almonds.

Put in a container and don’t forget your spoon.

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Healthy Snacks on the Go

Depending on your schedule, you may need to pack more than one snack. Here are a few that make healthier options than a vending machine or convenience store snack.

Baby Carrots and Dill Cream Cheese

You can certainly use regular carrots or even celery, but that would require some cutting, so baby carrots are a bit more convenient.

I personally think organic baby carrots taste better than non-organic and don’t cost much more.

For this snack, you’re just going to mix some fresh or dried dill into a small container of whipped cream cheese, and bring some baby carrots in a sandwich baggie.

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White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Mix

Trader Joe’s usually carries macadamia nuts, but you’ll also need some small gluten-free (they usually have less sodium and more crunch!) pretzel twists, white chocolate chips, and dried cranberries (optional).

Fill a sandwich baggie halfway with the pretzels, then put 1/4 cup of macadamia nuts and 1/8 cup of white chocolate chips. If you opt for dried cranberries, add 1/8 of these.

This mix is not quite as healthy as a piece of fruit, but there are still some nutrients, plus it leaves you very satisfied.

Apples and Almond Butter

Slice up some apples and place a couple of tablespoons of almond butter in a tiny container. Sprinkle some chia seeds on the almond butter if you have them, for some extra Omega-3s.

Healthy Lunches and Dinners on the Go

You may find that you don’t have the luxury of sitting and enjoying your lunch, so these options are quick, easy, healthy, and don’t need to be heated up.

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Tofu with Sriracha Sandwich

This idea came from my brother, Jake. I just added the sriracha.

At least a day before you need the lunch, cut up extra firm tofu into approximately 1cm-thick slices. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel, as much as you can.

Spray a cooking sheet with cooking spray, then spread out the tofu slices and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, then flip them and bake for another 15 minutes.

Put a slice or two on multigrain bread with some lettuce and a drizzle of sriracha sauce.

Store the rest of the tofu in an airtight container for lunches later that week. You can also use the tofu to top a salad.

• Additional Resource: Vegetarian Lunch Recipes (from Minimalist Baker)

Tuna and Swiss Lettuce Wraps

Make up some tuna salad ahead of time, which will take all of about 3 minutes.

Put some of the tuna into a small container. Then put a a couple of large romaine lettuce leaves a couple of slices of swiss cheese onto a piece of foil or saran wrap.

Wrap them loosely to bring along with you.

When ready to eat, place a slice of the swiss on each of the lettuce leaves and then scoop some of the tuna onto each.

Optional: Add some banana peppers for a little “zest”.

Greens with Pesto Cannellini

Drain and rinse a can of cannellini beans. Mix with 4 Tbsp. of pesto and 2 Tbsp of red or white vinegar, so the beans are coated well.

Take 1/3 of the mixture and toss with some greens, put in a container and sprinkle some grated parmesan on top if desired.

Optional: Add sliced black olives if you’d like.

Final Thoughts on Healthy Meals on the Go

As you can see, these 9 healthy meals on the go don’t take any longer than a few minutes.

If you were to stop somewhere to grab a less healthy option, you’d be spending about the same amount of time, and maybe even more.

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It’s always your perception that making your own food takes longer than if someone else makes it. This is oftentimes not the case.

So, give a few of these a try.

You’ll find that after a few times of making the same thing, you’ll get even faster at it because the motions start to become a habit.