1. What can I eat for lunch that's both vegan and gluten-free?

Plenty! Try grain bowls with quinoa or rice, hearty salads with beans, roasted veggie wraps, soups, or pasta salads using gluten-free noodles. Check out these gluten free vegan lunch recipes for ideas that travel well and taste even better.

2. What are some quick gluten-free vegan lunch ideas?

Quick meals include hummus wraps, leftover stir-fries, or lentil-based patties with pre-cooked grains. I often turn to 15-minute meals that combine ingredients I’ve already prepped earlier in the week.

3. How can I meal prep gluten-free vegan lunches?

Make batches of grains, beans, and roasted veggies. Store them separately so you can assemble bowls, wraps, or salads quickly. Use sturdy greens like kale or cabbage that hold up over time.

4. What protein sources are best for gluten free vegan lunch?

Chickpeas, lentils, tofu, tempeh, quinoa, and nuts are all great options. They're easy to prep ahead and can be added to nearly any dish.

10 Gluten Free Vegan Lunch Recipes That Travel Well

Description

Deliciously easy gluten free vegan breakfast cookie loaded with oats, almond butter, and shredded apple—perfect for grab-and-go mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ripe banana

1/2 cup almond butter

1 cup gluten free oats

1 tbsp chia seeds

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 cup shredded apple or carrot

1 tbsp maple syrup

1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet.

2. Mash banana in a mixing bowl.

3. Stir in almond butter, maple syrup, and shredded apple.

4. Add oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until combined.

5. Scoop 2-tbsp portions onto baking sheet.

6. Flatten slightly and bake for 12–14 minutes.

7. Cool completely before storing.

Notes

Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze for longer.

You can swap almond butter with sunflower seed butter for nut-free version.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 65mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegan gluten free breakfast, breakfast cookie, healthy cookie