On those days when you just can’t pack a healthy lunch, or when the refrigerator is empty, Panera lunch delivery can help by delivering food to your door or office to save you time. And, as always, our transparent menu means you can make your meal decision based on the ingredients and nutrition you need to help meet your dietary goals.

Still can’t decide what to eat for lunch? Read on for three of our lunchtime favorites.

A Light Lunch Idea: Soup

When you’re looking for a low-calorie lunch idea, soup is one of our light lunch favorites.

Aside from it quite possibly being THE best thing to keep you feeling warm and cozy in fall and winter, soup has that whole satisfying yet not heavy thing down. And, it tends to be lighter on the calories than its sandwich counterparts.

For a Well-Balanced Lunch: Salad with Lean Protein

Salad may be a lunchtime staple, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be exciting. Loaded with leafy greens and raw vegetables, they have all the makings for a high fiber lunch. Adding in fruits and nuts can provide added protein, antioxidants and healthy fats, too. Top things off with a lean protein, such as chicken, to bring this well-balanced lunch all together.

Short on time? Make it a salad delivery from Panera. You can enjoy all your lunchtime favorites without leaving your desk. For year-round lunching, try our Green Goddess Cobb Salad with Chicken. It’s bursting with flavor from house-made Green Goddess dressing, fresh avocado and tomatoes, pickled red onion, chopped bacon and a cage-free hard boiled egg. And for a spring and summer fan favorite, go for the Strawberry Poppyseed Salad with Chicken.

A Lunchtime Staple: Sandwiches

There’s a reason lunchtime often has you reaching for a sandwich. It’s hard to find something quicker or easier to make, but keeping a few things in mind can keep this classic lunch option from getting stale.

Every great sandwich starts with the bread. It’s the base of your sandwich, and will play a big part in setting the tone for texture and flavor. Choose whole grain breads for their complex carbohydrates and fiber content to keep you feeling energized.

Pile on the protein.  They’re the star of this sandwich show and will leave you feeling satisfied after your mid-day meal.

Veg out. From crisp lettuce to juicy tomatoes, cool cucumbers to crisp apples, fruit and vegetables will provide that added boost of flavor and texture.

Sauce it up. Nothing takes a sandwich from ho-hum to holy moly like a tasty sauce or spread. It adds just the right amount of moisture while amping up the flavor.

Make it Quick

A quick lunch can make all the difference in a busy day. When there’s no time to plan ahead and you can’t make a stop, Panera’s lunch delivery is there to provide a nutrient-rich meal with clean ingredients that can help you meet your dietary goals. Even better, you can order up to a month in advance to prepare for those days when you know you won’t have time. Explore our menu and place your order today.

We’re here for you, when and where you need us. We continue to serve clean food through Drive-Up, Drive-Thru, and Delivery options, where available. Through mindful packaging, all to-go bags are sealed with a sticker to further protect your meal.

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