Therefore, the time that we spend together is precious and you don’t want to spend large chunks of time cooking complex meals in the kitchen.
There are plenty of easy and delicious meals that you can make during the weekend and best of all, they don’t have to be boring or repetitive.
In this article, we will look at 75 quick and delicious Sunday lunch ideas that can feed the whole family and not take up too much of your time which you can spend doing something much more fun.
Sandwiches
Sandwiches make a really easy and filling lunch that can be just as delicious as they are nutritious.
There are plenty of different fillings that you can choose from to suit the whole family. Below are some delicious recipes to give you some inspiration.
Philly Cheesesteak is always a winner with people of all ages. The combination of delicious, thinly sliced steak and melted cheese will get everyone gathered around the dinner table in no time.
You can serve the sandwich with chips or a salad if you want to be a little healthier.
If there is one thing that Italians know how to make, it is delicious, tasty sandwiches.
There are so many different combinations of Italian ingredients, but this particular recipe is perfect. It features the ultimate tangy combination of salted, cured meats, cheese, and pickled vegetables.
If you are a fan of chicken caesar salads but want something more substantial to feed the whole family, this grilled chicken sandwich with Caesar-ish dressing could be the perfect recipe for you.
The dressing sauce in the sandwich helps to keep it moist and easy to eat.
Similar to a Philly Cheesesteak, a steak sandwich is the perfect Sunday lunch sandwich for the whole family.
The addition of fried onions provides a beautiful sweetness that complements the cheese and the steak and makes the whole dish more appealing to younger family members.
If you want to take advantage of the warmer months and do some hands-off cooking, this BBQ beef sandwich is just what you need. You can slow-cook the pork in a crock pot or in a BBQ smoker.
There are plenty of different flavors that you can use to season your pulled beef to your family’s liking.
Roasting meat is a great way to enjoy the full flavor that it has to offer. Beef is a particularly good choice of meat for a Sunday lunch sandwich.
Adding some horseradish sauce to the sandwich brings a little bit of a kick to round out the flavor. Make sure not to overcook the beef to keep it tender.
Wraps
Another super simple option for a quick and easy lunch that the whole family is going to enjoy is wraps.
The best thing about wraps is that they are super versatile and it is really easy to make different fillings to satisfy even the fussiest of eaters.
For a quick and easy lunch that is full of flavor and packs an impressive nutrient profile, these spicy tofu wraps are a great choice.
The spice brings a lot of flavors but is super easy to adjust the spice level for younger taste buds. The tofu ensures that these wraps will keep everyone full all afternoon.
Another flavorful wrap with a little bit of a kick is this recipe for a chicken tikka wrap.
The creaminess of the coating on the chicken helps to keep the wrap moist and easy to eat. Raw onions and lettuce provide a satisfying crunch that keeps the wraps refreshing and moreish.
For an explosion of flavor and healthy nutrients, these crunchy avocado tuna wraps make the perfect lunch. The tuna and avocado create a creamy and delicious flavor.
The lettuce, onion, celery, and carrots add a wonderful and moreish crunch that gives the wrap more substance.
If your main concern is how to keep your family feeling full on a simple lunch, these wraps could be just what you need.
The combination of seasoned falafel and hummus creates a wrap that is sure to keep you going all afternoon. The filling is bursting with subtle flavors too.
If you feel that no lunch is complete without a little bit of a kick, these buffalo chickpea wraps could be just what you have been looking for. The flavors of the buffalo sauce are super familiar and a surefire winner. Chickpeas provide plenty of protein to keep you feeling full without having to cook meat.
For the ultimate explosion of veggie goodness, these fusion vegetable wraps are a must-try.
The best thing about these wraps is that you can use practically any vegetables you have in your refrigerator. A mix of crunchy and soft vegetables works really well.
Quesadillas
If you and your family don’t feel like you have had a proper meal unless there is something hot, quesadillas could be the perfect compromise.
They don’t take much longer to make than a sandwich but provide warmth. Perfect after a morning of outside activities.
For a delicious and nutritious Quesadilla, this recipe for spinach and mushroom filling is a winner.
Not only do the mushrooms and spinach create a delicious filling for the quesadilla, but it is also packed with iron which helps to keep your family’s energy levels up throughout the rest of the day.
If you want some animal protein in your quesadillas, this recipe for shrimp quesadillas could be just what you are looking for.
The shrimp provide a meaty texture that makes the quesadilla feel more substantial. You can get creative with the seasonings that you use to keep things interesting.
If you love Mexican flavors but are trying to avoid or cut down on your meat consumption, this is the quesadilla recipe for you.
This is another recipe where you can use whatever vegetables you have left in your refrigerator. Perfect for using up leftovers and avoiding food waste.
There is nothing quite like chipotle when it comes to Mexican food. However, it can be quite expensive to purchase fast food for your family, and isn’t the healthiest choice.
For the ultimate indulgent slider, you need to try this recipe for garlic bread meatball sliders.
The garlic bread of the slider roll brings so much flavor to the dish that it is good enough to eat on its own. The meatball filling is perfectly seasoned to complement the garlic bread.
Chicken parmesan is a great dinner option but can be messy and time-consuming.
Turning this classic dinner recipe into a fun slider is the perfect option for an easy Sunday lunch that the whole family can enjoy. Just make sure to have lots of napkins handy.
If you want to add a vegan twist to your simple Sunday lunch, these BBQ jackfruit sliders could be just what you need.
The jackfruit has a texture that is incredibly similar to pulled meat. The BBQ flavors add to the illusion of a pulled pork slider but without the meat.
Buffalo chicken is another classic filling for sliders that is popular with all ages. The buffalo seasoning provides a little bit of a kick to the sliders which makes them even more flavorful.
If you have the time, you can marinate the chicken overnight for a more intense flavor.
For a more classic Sunday lunch option, these cheeseburger sliders are a perfect choice.
There are plenty of ways that you can customize these sliders to create the perfect, mini cheeseburger flavor. Serve with some fries for a more substantial lunch.
Breakfast For Lunch
Sundays were made for eating breakfast foods for lunch. Below are some sweet and savory breakfast foods that make the perfect, easy Sunday lunch.
Waffles are a great choice for breakfast food as a lunchtime option. To make a substantial and filling lunch, top your waffles with some homemade fried chicken.
You can make fried chicken without bones if you have younger children in your family.
Another savory take on classic breakfast foods for lunch is this recipe for savory herb French toast.
French toast is a classic breakfast food that feels like a huge treat for a Sunday lunch. Adding herbs to the toast provides a flavorful dish that the whole family will enjoy.
For the ultimate indulgence on a Sunday, this easy French toast casserole is just what you need.
The whole family will love this amazing, sweet treat for lunch. The best thing about this recipe is that it can be prepared in advance to save you time on your Sunday.
Salads
Weekends are often full of indulgence. Therefore, sometimes you want a lighter lunch option on a Sunday. Salads make the perfect, light, easy Sunday lunch choice.
Salads are a great choice for a light lunch, however, sometimes they are not substantial enough for younger family members who are running around a lot.
This recipe for an Asian noodle salad provides a nutritious meal with a little bit more substance than other salad options.
The thing that makes a salad interesting and delicious is a variety of flavors and textures. This chicken salad with grapes is the perfect example of that.
This salad is creamy and delicious. Not only do the grapes add sweetness, but they also add a little bit of crunch to the salad.
Sticking with seafood salads, this beautiful shrimp salad could change your Sunday lunch game forever.
Not only does the shrimp bring a significant amount of flavor by itself, but the addition of a green curry dressing means that this salad is bursting with flavor and a delicious kiss.
For a more classic salad that is perfect for a chilled Sunday lunch, this recipe for grilled chicken salad is perfect.
There are so many ways that you can customize this recipe by marinating your chicken before you grill it. The perfect healthy option for a Sunday lunch.
Tacos
Another classic easy lunch option is Tacos. The best thing about having tacos for a Sunday lunch is that they are perfect for using up leftovers before a new week begins.
If you regularly have tacos in your rotation of recipes, you might want to consider these easy chorizo street tacos to keep things interesting for your family.
The chorizo adds a unique and delicious flavor to the tacos that sets them apart from others.
Shrimp tacos are super popular with people of all ages. The shrimp provide a meaty texture to the tacos and easily absorb any seasonings and marinades that you use on them.
This means that you can make the tacos taste of almost anything to suit different tastes.
For a slightly different take on classic tacos, you can make avocado tacos.
Despite the creamy avocado filling, these tacos can still pack a punch with the right seasonings and sauces. This makes it easy to adjust spice levels for different palates and ages.
Ground beef tacos are the most popular, classic tacos that you can make.
If you want to bring taco Tuesday forward to Sunday lunch, this is the perfect recipe to use. It is easy to make the ground beef with minimal spice to allow everyone to adjust to their preferences.
Burritos
Another great option for an easy and delicious Sunday lunch is burritos. These are perfect when you are having to feed multiple people with different taste preferences.
A simple Sunday lunch that is bursting with flavor is this recipe for pulled pork burritos.
The pulled pork provides a delicious and moist filling that can be seasoned with any kind of marinade that you prefer. It also makes the burritos super easy to eat for everyone.
If you want a colorful and flavorful burrito that the whole family will enjoy, this recipe for chicken burritos with pico de gallo salsa could be just what you need.
The chicken can be marinated in any seasonings you prefer and the salsa provides a nice crunch.
Shrimp works really well in burritos and adds a beautiful meatiness to the meal.
Shrimps are also brilliant at soaking up all the flavors of the seasonings that are used on them and the flavors of the foods they are combined with which makes a blended, delicious burrito.
The most important thing about nachos is the topping. This recipe for nachos topped with pulled pork is the perfect thing to get the whole family together and enjoy a meal.
You can add any seasonings to the pork to change the flavors.
If you like to make a big deal out of the food that you make at the weekend, these epic beef nachos supreme could be just what you are looking for to impress your family with as little effort as possible.
Your family is sure to enjoy diving into these delicious nachos.
If you want to bring Mexican street food vibes to your Sunday lunch, these Mexican street corn nachos are the perfect recipe.
There are so many different ways that you can customize this recipe to suit different tastes and preferences, but the end result is always a beautiful, flavorful meal.
For a great vegetarian option, these cheesy, loaded veggie nachos are perfect.
The best thing about these nachos is that it is super easy to customize the toppings with any veggies that you have left over from earlier in the week.
Pasta
For a classic easy Sunday lunch that the whole family will love, pasta is always a winning choice. Below are some interesting pasta dishes for a simple lunch.
This pasta recipe is a great way to easily get vegetables into the whole family.
The squash helps to make this dish super creamy and inviting. It is perfect for those days when you need to feed your family but don’t want to spend too long in a hot kitchen.
The only thing better about the name of this pasta dish is the taste of it. The flavors of this dish are super simple and basic which makes it perfect for the whole family.
You can make individual portions more flavorful with a sprinkle of chili flakes.
The ultimate, simple meal is a one-pot pasta dish. This recipe for a one-pot chicken fajita pasta is a great option to feed the whole family while spending as little time as possible in the kitchen.
This is a recipe that leaves you with plenty of time to spend with your family.
Spaghetti is one of the most family-friendly dishes that you can make. Not only is it delicious, but it is also incredibly fun to eat for the younger members of your family.
The creamy tomato sauce is suitable for family members of all ages too.
For a more interesting and international pasta dish that makes a brilliant Sunday lunch idea is this tasty masala pasta recipe.
The pasta is made with traditional Indian spices and herbs which helps to give a really rich and interesting flavor profile. You can adjust the spices to fit your heat preferences.
If you are looking for a simple Sunday lunch that is going to be super comforting and perfect for a cozy Sunday at home with your family, this is the recipe for you.
This chicken and udon noodle soup has such a comforting flavor profile and the udon noodles help to make the soup even more filling.
A classic, light soup is the perfect way to set yourself up for the new week ahead. This mushroom and broccoli soup is surprisingly flavorful and delicious.
The key to this soup is adding the right amount of seasoning to make the natural flavors of the vegetables pop.
Meat And Fish
Meat and fish both make classic lunches that can be super simple to make. Below are some fun and simple recipes for your Sunday lunch.
There is nothing that beats a classic burger on the weekend. This is a great way to get outdoors with your family and grill some burgers in the garden.
The key to a great, classic burger is fresh buns and a selection of toppings for the family to choose from.
Next to burgers as the ultimate weekend food is hot dogs. These Coney Island hot dogs in particular are sure to be a great hit with your entire family.
Again, the toppings can be fully customized to suit the tastes and preferences of your family members. Serve with some coleslaw for a refreshing crunch.
If you want to make things even easier for your Sunday lunch, making hot dogs in the air fryer is the way to go. Air fryers have revolutionized the way that we cook and can make your Sunday lunches super simple.
Chicken nuggets are always a winner, especially in a family that has younger family members.
Instead of heading out to a fast food restaurant or buying frozen nuggets, you can make your own at home in next to no time. Baking them also makes them healthier.
Another classic lunch item is fish fingers. However, this is a recipe that adds a little twist to the classic recipe.
Adding some peri peri seasoning to the fish fingers gives them a fresh taste and adds a little kick to them. Serving them with a peri peri dip helps to add even more flavor to the lunch.
Finally, this fish fry recipe is a great way to introduce some international flavors to the younger members of your family while keeping something recognizable.
This recipe is essentially like giant fish fingers but with some extra spices. The Indian spices make the dish super warm and inviting.
Final Thoughts
There are so many different things you can make for a simple and easy Sunday lunch without missing out on interesting and delicious flavors. The recipes on this list are full of flavor and are super easy to make when you are short on time and energy.
Have you ever made something so delicious that you wished you could savor it forever?
Only to find that the recipe has now mysteriously vanished from your phone and the entirety of the internet. Yep, there’s not much more painful than that.
Hi, my name is Mark Williams and I have been infatuated with cooking since I was young. I would beg my mother to pull a chair up to the counter so I could watch what she was doing.
