EasyLunch
Pan-Seared Cod with Charred Haricots Verts & Caper-Lemon Brown Butter
Flaky white fish, crisp green beans, nutty browned butter
469 cal · 35g protein · 20 min
Diet & meal · 74 recipes
Paleo Lunch Recipes
Paleo lunch ideas — grain- and legume-free plates built on whole foods. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Easy
IntermediateLunch
Charred Branzino & Green Olive Tabbouleh with Burnt Lemon Tahini
Pan-seared Mediterranean sea bass over herb-studded bulgur salad
1035 cal · 77g protein · 35 min
EasyLunch
Grilled Halibut with Summer Corn Salad & Lemon Oil
White fish, charred corn, heirloom tomatoes, basil, crispy capers
548 cal · 38g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedLunch
Charred Halibut with Turmeric-Coconut Broth, Crispy Kale & Burnt Garlic Chips
Buttery fish in golden spiced broth with emerald greens and punchy garlic
902 cal · 41g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedLunch
Loup de Mer en Croûte de Sel avec Fenouil Braisé et Beurre de Citron Confit
Whole sea bass baked in salt crust with braised fennel and preserved lemon butter
772 cal · 76g protein · 90 min
EasyLunch
Charred Halibut & Walnut Salad with Pomegranate-Tahini Dressing
Crispy-skinned fish, roasted beets, charred radicchio & toasted walnuts
891 cal · 86g protein · 35 min
EasyLunch
Pan-Seared White Fish with Charred Tomato, Green Olive & Harissa Butter
briny, spiced, impossibly simple
568 cal · 33g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedLunch
Moqueca-Inspired Halibut en Papillote with Charred Okra, Black Garlic & Coconut-Lime Nage
Bahia's storied fish stew elevated: sealed, steamed, and presented with theatre
1003 cal · 85g protein · 42 min
EasyLunch
Tiradito de Atún with Rocoto-Lime Emulsion & Avocado
Silken raw tuna, spicy-bright citrus, creamy avocado
514 cal · 37g protein · 10 min
SophisticatedLunch
Moqueca-Crusted Snapper with Charred Okra, Coconut Broth & Cilantro Oil
Pan-seared fish with bold Brazilian spice crust, silky coconut sauce, and crispy vegetable garnish
692 cal · 40g protein · 60 min
IntermediateLunch
Peixe na Folha de Bananeira with Charred Lime & Black Garlic Jus
Whole fish steamed en papillote in banana leaf with umami-rich pan sauce.
669 cal · 71g protein · 40 min
SophisticatedLunch
Pan-Seared Yellowtail with Ginger-Black Garlic Emulsion, Charred Okra & Lime Oil
Japanese-influenced raw-edge fish, fermented umami sauce, charred vegetable
633 cal · 44g protein · 60 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Octopus & Green Mango Salad with Charred Scotch Bonnet Vinaigrette
Tender tentacles, tart mango, and tongue-tingling Caribbean heat
392 cal · 35g protein · 60 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Mahi-Mahi & Spiced Black Bean Salad with Avocado Mousse
Jerk-seasoned firm fish, warm beans, silky green purée, fresh herbs
628 cal · 49g protein · 26 min
IntermediateLunch
Summer Salade Niçoise with Pan-Seared Yellowtail & Anchovy Vinaigrette
Composed salad of market vegetables, seared fish, and classically bright dressing
871 cal · 37g protein · 35 min
IntermediateLunch
Moqueca-Style Halibut with Green Palm & Charred Lime Broth
Emerald coconut stew, silky fish, bright acidity
1401 cal · 90g protein · 38 min
IntermediateLunch
Ceviche-Cured Amberjack with Rocoto, Cancha & Charred Corn Silk Bisque
Raw fish transformed by Peruvian citrus, served in a silken, charred corn broth.
496 cal · 19g protein · 43 min
IntermediateLunch
Pan-Seared Beef Tenderloin with Charred Shallot & Smoked Paprika Jus
Elegant center-cut beef in a confident pan sauce
689 cal · 56g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Charred Pineapple & Black Garlic Oil
Caramelized thighs, jammy fruit, umami finish
645 cal · 26g protein · 40 min
IntermediateLunch
Beef Sirloin Steak with Charred Okra & Buttermilk Dressing
Pan-seared steak, blistered okra, tangy whipped buttermilk.
1069 cal · 74g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Turkey Meatball Lettuce Wraps with Ginger-Scallion Sauce
Juicy ground turkey, vibrant aromatics, fresh lettuce cups.
283 cal · 30g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Causa Roja Stack with Charred Mero & Ají Rojo Emulsion
Stacked layers of silky purple potato, charred white fish, and vibrant red pepper cream
644 cal · 41g protein · 45 min
IntermediateLunch
Grilled Mero with Charred Tomatillo-Serrano Emulsion & Spring Vegetables
Pan-seared white fish with raw tomatillo oil and young tender greens
743 cal · 45g protein · 33 min
IntermediateLunch
Perilla-Leaf Wrapped Halibut with Gochujang Emulsion
Delicate white fish in aromatic herb wraps with Korean chili punch
514 cal · 36g protein · 30 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 35 minutes. The quickest is around 20 minutes and the longest about 48 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
Is every recipe here paleo?
Every recipe in this collection is written without ingredients that break a paleo diet. We cannot vouch for the brands in your cupboard or for cross-contamination in your kitchen, so check labels as you normally would.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 488 and 1003 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
