Grabbing a well-made sammie or a few pieces of the freshest sushi is always good but we have a few more options today, food that you can prepare in the morning while waiting for your toenail polish to dry.
Tasty small lamb meatballs in pita bread withlashings of hummus and a zingy tomato and cucumber salsa will be fresh and filling. Make the meatballs the night before and of course hummus can keep for a couple of weeks in the fridge, all easy to throw together. Wrap well and a delicious lunch you will have.
Vietnamese rice paper rolls are a favourite of mine. If you haven't used them before have a bit of a play first. You need to soak them in tepid water until they become soft and pliable but not too soft or they will collapse when you try to roll them. Soak one at a time until you get the hang of it then you'll be away laughing. The sky is the limit as far as fillings are concerned - any manner of fresh vegetables, tofu, seafood, chicken, herbs, vermicelli, will be good and don't forget the crucial dipping sauce. These rolls can be packed in an airtight container or covered with a damp paper towel to prevent them drying out. Give them a go - incredibly healthy and flavoursome.
The last recipe is for club sandwiches. Who doesnt love these? I have ditched the classic ham, egg and tomato for cold roast chicken, fresh basil and toasted pinenuts and they are elegant and scrumptious. If sharing make sure you make extra.
Chef's tip
If worried about soggy food you can pack the separate elements of the dishes and create them just before eating. This will work well with the pita breads. A damp paper towel over the club sandwiches will keep the bread nice and soft until you have a chance to scoff them.
