Isn’t it Time to Own Your Lunch?
Owning your lunch is about stopping the automatic reaction of grabbing something quick and instead being intentional about the choices that you make each day.
Lunch isn’t another check-box on your to-do list. It’s a chance each day to fuel your body, lift your mood, and make a decision that feels good for your brain and body.
Owning your lunch means choosing foods that excite you, nourish you, and make you look forward to eating again.
It’s about moving away from boring, rushed meals and stepping into a mindset where you deserve something delicious, creative, and satisfying every single day.
Whether it’s trying a bold new recipe, prepping something colourful, or simply taking a real break to enjoy what’s on your plate, making lunch a priority is an act of self-care.
Small choices, like packing a vibrant wrap, blending a quick homemade dressing, or layering your favourite flavours in a bento box, can completely change the way you feel, not just at noon, but all day long.
Ready to fall in love with lunchtime again? Let’s dive into fresh ideas that put you back in charge.
Here’s How to Make Eating Fun Again
– Make it Colourful! We eat with our eyes. A boring beige lunch doesn’t create excitement about eating. When your food is colourful and fresh, like the bright orange of Florida Orange Juice, it makes every bite more satisfying.
– Make it a Picnic. Mix and match your favourite foods with no rules, and no judgement! Give your tastebuds everything they are asking for.
– Drink Up! Staying hydrated helps to keep our body’s signals clear. The signals for hunger and thirst are very similar. Hydration helps to keep your hunger cues clear so you can eat what you need, when you need it. Florida Orange Juice is the perfect accompaniment at any time of day. Try it at lunch to support hydration, it’s almost 90% water and contains electrolytes such as potassium.
–Change It Up! Lunch is the perfect time when you don’t have to have food that everyone in the family likes. Switch things up by trying a new protein at lunch – crispy chickpeas, grilled halloumi, spicy tofu or bean salad. These new flavours can build excitement for lunch again.
Need Lunch Ideas? Here Are Some Of Our Favourites
Andy Hay’s Steak Tacos
Who doesn’t love a taco! Marinated in a zesty blend of Florida Orange Juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and smoked paprika, the striploin steak becomes tender and flavourful. You can also easily transform this into a lunchtime taco salad.
Florida OJ Sesame Noodles with Grilled Shrimp
Noodles can be the perfect dish, served hot or cold! The recipe features tender shrimp sautéed to perfection, served atop a bed of soba noodles, snow peas, and carrots, all tossed in a tangy citrus-sesame sauce.
Tofu Stir Fry with Orange Hoisin Sauce
Stir-fry is one of the easiest dishes to transform your tastebuds. You can use almost any combination of veggies, proteins and sauces to make it sweet, savoury, spicy, crunchy or whatever you crave. This one pan wonder makes clean up super quick and simple.
Grilled Turkey Club with OJ Infused Aioli
The way you stack your club sandwich isn’t just for looks — it’s the secret to a flavour explosion! Layer the protein, cheese, and veggies just right, and each bite becomes a tasty adventure of crunch, creamy, and savoury goodness. This sandwich is elevated by the sauce. This recipe features a creamy aioli made with Florida OJ, mayonnaise, garlic, Dijon mustard, and parsley, adding a citrusy kick to each bite.
Buddha Bowl with Orange Tahini Dressing
Buddha bowls, also known as macro bowls or hippie bowls, have their roots in the health-conscious food movements of the 1960s and 1970s. These bowls typically feature a balanced combination of grains, vegetables, protein, and healthy fats, all arranged in a visually appealing, vibrant dish. The term Buddha bowl is thought to reference the idea of a bowl being so full that it resembles the round, content belly of a Buddha statue, symbolizing nourishment and balance.
