Lunch doesn’t have to be complicated to be satisfying. It’s that moment in the middle of the day where you pause—briefly or fully—to refuel, reset, and enjoy something that feels both easy and nourishing. In this space, I’ve gathered my favorite midday meals: the ones I reach for when I need a quick bite between tasks, a balanced plate to carry me through the afternoon, or simply something delicious that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen.