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Lunch Planning For The Workweek with Harvest Creek Pouch- Week 3

Teacher with Harvest Creek Lemon Pepper packed for lunch.

Planning lunches for the workweek often means relying on leftovers or the usual tuna. But now you can save those leftovers for dinner and skip the tuna—Harvest Creek offers a fresh, exciting way to elevate your lunches!


Our 'Easy Snack! Ideas' bring together tasty Harvest Creek flavors with simple ingredients for a delicious, portable lunch. Just combine everything in one container for easy cleanup! Plus, with the extra space in your lunch tote, you can add fresh bread, fruits, veggies, yogurt, or even a little something sweet.


Let's get started on lunch planning for the workweek with Harvest Creek Pouch!


Monday


Southwest Chicken Quinoa Pouch

Enjoy a satisfying and nutritious Chicken Taco Salad made with Harvest Creek Premium White Chicken! This vibrant salad features pre-cooked quinoa or instant rice, black beans, sweet corn, shredded cheese, and zesty salsa. For an extra touch, add olives or your favorite dressing. It’s a quick, delicious meal that's perfect for on-the-go or at your desk!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Premium White Pouch

  • 2 tablespoons pre-cooked quinoa or instant rice

  • 1 tablespoon black beans

  • 1 tablespoon cooked corn kernels

  • 1 tablespoon shredded cheese

  • 1 tablespoon salsa or dressing of choice


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Est Nutritional Values:

Calories: ~189

Protein: ~24g

Carbs: ~14g

Fat: ~4.6g


Tuesday


Walking Wings

Enjoy the flavor of wings in a convenient form with Walking Wings! Made with Harvest Creek Buffalo Style Premium Chicken, tangy bleu cheese crumbles, crunchy diced celery, and your favorite dressing, this single-serve meal packs all the wing flavors you love, without the mess.


  • 1 Harvest Creek Buffalo Style Pouch

  • 1/8 cup bleu cheese crumbles

  • 1/8 cup diced celery

  • Dollop of chosen dressing


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Est Nutritional Values:

Calories: ~253

Protein: ~18.2g

Carbs: ~10g

Fat: ~16g


Wednesday


Lemon Pepper & Olive Medley

The Lemon Pepper Chicken & Olive Medley is a zesty, Mediterranean-inspired snack made right in the pouch! Featuring tangy lemon pepper chicken, savory kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and a sprinkle of feta, it's a quick and flavorful protein boost perfect for busy days. Just mix, enjoy, and go!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Lemon Pepper Pouch

  • 1 tbsp pitted kalamata olives (sliced)

  • 1 tbsp sun dried tomatoes (chopped)

  • 1 tsp capers

  • Sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese (optional)


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Est Nutritional Values:

Calories: ~230

Protein: ~25g

Fat: ~11g

Carbs: ~6g


Thursday


Harvest Chicken Salad & Apple Wrap

The Harvest Chicken Salad & Apple Wrap combines the comforting flavors of fall in a delicious, easy-to-make wrap. With tender chicken salad, crisp apple slices, crunchy walnuts, fresh greens, and a drizzle of maple mustard dressing, it’s a perfect blend of sweet and savory. This wholesome wrap brings the taste of autumn to your lunch or snack!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Chicken Salad pouch

  • 1 small whole wheat tortilla or wrap

  • ½ small apple (thinly sliced, preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)

  • 1 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans

  • A handful of mixed greens (arugula or spinach)

  • Drizzle of maple mustard dressing (1 tsp Dijon mustard + 1 tsp maple syrup, mixed)


Spread the contents of the Harvest Creek Chicken Salad pouch onto the whole wheat tortilla. Layer the thinly sliced apples on top, followed by the chopped walnuts or pecans. Add a handful of fresh greens for crunch. Drizzle with the maple mustard dressing and roll the tortilla into a wrap. Slice in half and enjoy a fall-inspired, sweet and savory wrap perfect for a light lunch or snack!


Est Nutritional Values:

Calories: ~350

Protein: ~20g

Fat: ~14g

Carbohydrates: ~40g


Friday


Chicken Teriyaki Snack

The Chicken Teriyaki Snack is a deliciously savory treat that combines tender Harvest Creek Plain chicken with rich teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, and fresh veggies like bell peppers and green onions. This quick, mix-in-the-pouch snack offers a burst of Asian-inspired flavor with every bite, making it a perfect option for a satisfying, on-the-go meal!


  • 1 Harvest Creek Premium White Pouch

  • 2 tablespoons of crunchy lo mein noodles

  • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoons of diced bell peppers

  • 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions

  • Teriyaki sauce to taste


Add ingredients to pouch and mix well. Enjoy directly from the pouch.


Est Nutritional Values:

Calories: ~291

Protein: ~21.8g

Carbs: ~11.2g

Fat: ~18.5g


For more delicious recipes, be sure to check out our Easy Snack! Ideas page. Have recipe ideas you'd like to share? We want to hear them so share them on social media using #harvestcreekpouch or share them on our blog!


Have a great week and happy meal planning!




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