Quick Vegetarian Lunch Box Recipes for Pure Vegetarians: Onion and Garlic-Free

Looking for quick and nutritious vegetarian lunch box recipes that do not include onion or garlic? Here are some delicious and easy-to-prepare options to keep your vegetarian meals varied and satisfying.

1. Vegetable Pulao

Ingredients:

1 cup basmati rice 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans) 1-2 green chilies (optional) 1-2 tablespoons oil or ghee 1 teaspoon cumin seeds Salt to taste Water as needed

Instructions:

Rinse the rice and soak it for 20-30 minutes. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds; sauté for a minute. >Add mixed vegetables and sauté for a few minutes. Drain the rice and add it to the pan. Stir gently. Add water and salt, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook until rice is done. Fluff with a fork and pack.

Tips: Adding a pinch of cardamom or saffron can enhance the flavor of the pulao.

2. Chickpea Salad

Ingredients:

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 cucumber, diced 1 tomato, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, and bell pepper. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently and pack into the lunch box.

Variation: Add some diced apple or pear for a sweet crunch.

3. Stuffed Paratha

Ingredients:

1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup mashed potatoes 1 teaspoon cumin powder Salt to taste Water for kneading Ghee or oil for cooking

Instructions:

Make a dough with whole wheat flour and water, let it rest. Mix mashed potatoes with cumin and salt. Roll out small portions of dough, stuff with the potato mixture, and seal. Roll out gently and cook on a skillet with ghee or oil until golden brown. Pack with a side of yogurt or chutney.

Variation: Use different vegetables like zucchini or cauliflower for stuffing.

4. Vegetable Hummus Wrap

Ingredients:

1 whole wheat tortilla 1/2 cup hummus (store-bought or home-made) Sliced veggies (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers) Spinach or lettuce leaves

Instructions:

Spread hummus over the tortilla. Layer with sliced veggies and spinach or lettuce leaves. Roll tightly and slice in half. Pack for lunch.

Tips: Add some roasted chickpeas or nuts for protein.

5. Couscous Salad

Ingredients:

1 cup couscous 1.5 cups boiling water 1/2 cup diced bell peppers 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup olives, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil Lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Place couscous in a bowl, pour boiling water over it, cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool. Add bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, olives, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Pack into a lunch box.

These recipes are nutritious, easy to prepare, and perfect for a vegetarian lunch without onion or garlic! Try them out to maintain a varied and enjoyable vegetarian diet during your busy lunch hour.