The Real Housewives of New York Cityseason 14 and Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacywere seasons for the books. We got a peak into the lives of New York's rich and famous, both past and present, and to nobody's surprise...we want more! This long-standing, well-loved franchise saw a lot in its heyday β I mean, just look at what happened when they put the OGs together for one trip β and it continues to thrill audiences with new fabulous faces. But what can we expect from a new season of RHONY? With rumors swirling about who's set to return, here's everything we know about The Real Housewives of New York City season 15.
Is "The Real Housewives of New York City" coming back for season 15?
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For a while, there was no official word from Bravo about whether or not we were getting more RHONY...but we're stayed hopeful! Well, all that waiting paid off because Bravo posted on Instagram that season 15 is a-go! Andy Cohen recently told Us Weeklythat the "next season" should fix some of the bumps this reboot faced, so we're excited to see what that means for the upcoming RHONY season!
Who's in the cast for "The Real Housewives of New York City" season 15?
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It was pretty unclear who was returning to The Real Housewives of New York City. Most notably outspoken about her return (or potential lack thereof) was Jenna Lyons. She told Jimmy Fallon that she wasn't sure if she'll return for another season, which would have been a total bummer TBH! Jenna's sublime style and unique personality added so much to the show's dynamic last year, and it would definitely be missed.
LUCKILY, the entire season 14 is set to return for RHONY season 15 β Jenna included! Watch the adorable announcement here.
Reports are in that THE Rebecca Minkoff is joining the cast, too. While it's unclear if she's a friend of the show or a main cast member, I can't wait to watch this amazing female founder take the show by the horns!
Is Luann de Lesseps coming back to "The Real Housewives of New York City"?
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Matt Rogers recently asked Countess Luann outright about the possibility of a return to the RHONY world. According to Matt, he heard that the upcoming season would have Brynn Whitfield, Erin Lichy, Jessel Taank, Sonja Morgan, Luann de Lesseps, and Dorinda Medley with Ubah Hassan returning as a friend of the cast. Luann neither confirmed nor denied this IRL, but cryptically commented on Instagram this February about the rumors.
However, as of right now, Countess Luann de Lesseps isn't an announced cast season 15 cast member.
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What do the other cast members think about these rumors? According to Us Weekly, Brynn Whitfield is "open to anything" when it comes to filming with current and former cast members. Meanwhile, Erin Lichy told Access Hollywoodthat they're "not joining forces with (RHONY) Legacy."
Who got fired from "RHONY"?
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After filming RHONY Legacy, investigative reporting by Vanity Fairfound that Ramona Singer allegedly used a racial slur towards a Black crew member β among other racially-driven misconduct allegations from years past and present. Ramona vehemently denied the use of the slur, but was still asked not to attend BravoCon in 2023. It's very likely that her time at Bravo is now up. According to PEOPLE, Ramona also isn't employed by real estate company Douglas Elliman anymore.
Who is the richest on "The Real Housewives of New York City"?
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According to Cosmopolitan, Jenna Lyons is worth approximately $5 million dollars β the most net-worth of the current cast for The Real Housewives of New York City. However, this could change if she decides not to return to the show! The next in line would be Brynn Whitfield, coming in at a worth of $3 million dollars.
When will "The Real Housewives of New York City" season 15 air?
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Allegedly filming for The Real Housewives of New York City season 15 hasn't even started yet. As of February 7, Erin Lichy wasn't even sure when filming would start, according to Access Hollywood. So everything seems very TBD at the moment.
Is there a trailer for "The Real Housewives of New York City" season 15?
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Since filming is still up in the air, we definitely don't have a trailer yet. We're definitely keeping our eyes peeled for the moment something drops, though!
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's relationship has captivated us throughout the years. Their story has love, family, loss, and of course, royalty. But how did the Duke and Duchess of Sussex come to be the powerful, independent couple they are today? Here's everything we know about the pair's relationship timeline, starting from the first time they met!
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July 2016: Meghan and Harry meet
After initially meeting on Instagram (a classic plot point for 21st century relationships), Meghan and Harry met for a first date in London.
βI was scrolling through my feed and someone who was a friend had this video of the two of them [and Meghan], it was like a Snapchat,β Harry said of is digital introduction to Meghan in the Harry & Meghan Netflix docuseries. He remembers asking himself, "Who is that?"
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November 2016: Meghan and Harry reveal they are officially dating
It was an official statement from Kensington Palace that confirmed Meghan and Harry's relationship.
At the time, Meghan faced mass amounts of sexist and racist backlash through the media for her association with the royal family. Kensington Palace denounced the hate in a statement:
βSome of this has been very public β the smear on the front page of a national newspaper; the racial undertones of comment pieces; and the outright sexism and racism of social media trolls and Web article comments,β the statement read. βSome of it has been hidden from the public β the nightly legal battles to keep defamatory stories out of papers; her mother having to struggle past photographers in order to get to her front door; the attempts of reporters and photographers to gain illegal entry to her home and the calls to police that followed; the substantial bribes offered by papers to her ex-boyfriends; the bombardment of nearly every friend, coworker, and loved one in her life.β
Despite the hate, Meghan and Harry persevered as a couple.
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September 2017: Meghan shines a light on her relationship with Harry
Meghan revealed even more information about her connection with Harry in a Vanity Faircover story in September 2017.
βWeβre a couple. Weβre in love,β she told Vanity Fair. βIβm sure there will be a time when we have to come forward and present ourselves, and have stories to tell, but I hope what people will understand is that this is our time. This is for us. Itβs part of what makes it so special, that itβs just ours. But weβre happy. Personally, I love a great love story.β
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November 2017: Meghan and Harry are engaged
Meghan officially moved to London in the fall of 2017 and the couple announced their engagement not long after.
Harry proposed to Meghan at Nottingham Cottage on the grounds of Kensington Palace with a ring made from two of Princess Diana's diamonds, and she said "yes" on the spot!
An official statement from the palace detailed their engagement further:
βHis Royal Highness The Prince of Wales is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince Harry to Ms. Meghan Markle,β it read. βHis Royal Highness and Ms. Markle became engaged in London earlier this month. Prince Harry has informed Her Majesty The Queen and other close members of his family. Prince Harry has also sought and received the blessing of Ms. Markle's parents.β
Meghan recalled the moment Harry proposed on the Harry & Meghan Netflix docuseries:
βHeβs down on one knee and I was like, βYes!β I was so joyful and excited. I was like, βAh weβre doing this."
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May 2018: Meghan and Harryβs wedding
Meghan and Harry got married at St. Georgeβs Chapel at Windsor Castle. They admitted a few years later that they had actually exchanged vows three days before they walked down the aisle, for the sake of privacy.
βNo one knows that,β Meghan said in an interview with Oprah Winfrey. βWe called the archbishop and just said, look, this thing, this spectacle is for the world, but we want our union between us, so the vows that we have framed in our room are just the two of us in our backyard with the archbishop of Canterbury.β
Millions of people tuned in for their televised wedding ceremony on May 19, 2018.
October 2018: Meghan announced her first pregnancy
On October 15, 2018, Kensington Palace released a statement informing the public that Meghan and Harry were expecting their first child the following spring.
The news broke while Meghan and Harry were on a 16-day royal tour through Australia, Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand. The pair returned home and settled in at Windsor Castle's Frogmore Cottage to start prepping for the baby.
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May 2019: Meghan and Harry welcome their first child
The couple welcomed their first son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, on May 6, 2019."We are pleased to announce that Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their firstborn child in the early morning on May 6th, 2019. Their Royal Highnessesβ son weighs 7lbs. 3oz," an Instagram post from @sussexroyal read. "The Duchess and baby are both healthy and well, and the couple thank members of the public for their shared excitement and support during this very special time in their lives."
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January 2020: The couple steps back from their roles in the royal family
After "many months" of deliberation, Meghan and Harry had decided to "transition" from the royal family in early 2020.
In an official statement, they shared their plans to step back as βseniorβ members of the royal family, become financially independent from Her Majesty, and split time between the United States and United Kingdom.
"This geographic balance will enable us to raise our son with an appreciation for the royal tradition into which he was born, while also providing our family with the space to focus on the next chapter, including the launch of our new charitable entity," the statement read. "We look forward to sharing the full details of this exciting next step in due course, as we continue to collaborate with Her Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge and all relevant parties."
They moved to the U.S. a couple months later, staying in Montecito, California until they bought a home in Santa Barbara in the summer of 2020.
November 2020: Meghan announced she had a miscarriage with her second child
Meghan admitted she experienced a miscarriage with her second pregnancy, writing in a vulnerable New York Times op-ed essay that the loss of her second pregnancy with Prince Harry felt like βan almost unbearable grief.β
βI knew, as I clutched my firstborn child, that I was losing my second,β Meghan wrote. βHours later, I lay in a hospital bed, holding my husbandβs hand. I felt the clamminess of his palm and kissed his knuckles, wet from both our tears. Staring at the cold white walls, my eyes glazed over. I tried to imagine how weβd heal.β
March 2021: Interview with Oprah
The couple sat down for a very candidinterview with Oprah in March 2021, coming clean on multiple topics that had arose since living in the public eye. From Meghanβs mental health to the dynamic of the royal family β including the racism Meghan had experienced since becoming a member β they spoke honestly.
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June 2021: Meghan and Harry welcome their daughter, Lilibet
The pair publicly announced their second pregnancy in February 2021, welcoming their daughter, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten Windsor, a few months later.
Lilibet was born on June 4, 2021 in Santa Barbara, California.
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June 2022: Meghan and Harry attend the Queenβs Platinum Jubilee
Meghan and Harry headed to Buckingham Palace for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, marking their first joint appearance in the U.K. in over two years at that point.
The two werenβt publicly mingling with other senior royalty in attendance, though they reportedly introduced Lilibet to the Queen in private during their trip.
"They aren't part of the [working] royal family anymore, and that's a decision they have taken β but maybe [the public] hasn't quite accepted that yet," a source close to the couple told Peoplein 2022. "Yes, they were low-key. They paid their respects and went home."
September 2022: Queen Elizabeth IIβs funeral
Meghan and Harry were called to Windsor Castle on September 8, 2022, shortly after Queen Elizabeth II passed away at age 96.
They briefly reunited with Kate Middleton and Prince William to support the royal family amid the news. According to Kensington Palace, the rare meeting was actually William's idea, with a source noting that it "was an important show of unity at an incredibly difficult time for the family."
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December 2022: The Harry & Meghan docuseries drops
The first volume Meghan & Harry Netflix docuseries hit screens on December 8, 2022. The pair addressed their full love story, their new family, and dived deeper on their reasons for distancing from the royal family in the three-part series.
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March 2023: Meghan and Harry were told to leave their royal residence in the U.K.
Meghan and Harry were asked to βvacateβ Frogmore Cottage in the spring of 2023.
"We can confirm The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been requested to vacate their residence at Frogmore Cottage," a spokesperson for the couple's Archewell Foundation told People.
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January 2024: The truth comes to light about Queen Elizabethβs blessing for Meghan and Harryβs daughterβs name
An inside source disputed the claim that the late Queen Elizabeth had not given Meghan and Harry her blessing to name their daughter after her known nickname, Lilibet.
βMeghan and Harry 100 percent got permission from the queen to use the name Lilibet,β the insider said. βThe report is not true. [Harry and Meghan] donβt know where this is coming from...Theyβre shocked that this is coming now; it seems out of nowhere and out of left field. They just feel like itβs more of the same spear campaign that continues against them.β
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March 2024: Meghan and Harry were in Austin, Texas for SXSW
Meghan was slated to speak on a South by Southwest panel for International Womenβs Day 2024, so she and Harry traveled to Austin, Texas.
While they were in Austin, the couple had a date night at Soho House Austin.
βThey were happy and in great spirits,β an eyewitness told People. βHarry was very animated throughout the dinner. They were super low key and seemed happy to be around the upbeat vibes at the lively venue.β
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Rebecca Minkoff is no stranger to those of us who love fashion and female founders. After her designs first trickled onto the scene in 2001, she's continued to grow her fashion line into what we know today. Now, she's taking her talents in a new direction as the newest cast member of The Real Housewives of New York City, according to Deadline. And if that news wasn't enough, Page Sixreported that Rebecca's literally already filming for Season 15 as we speak! While it's allegedly unclear how she'll fully fit into the cast, I certainly can't wait to see how she adds to the dynamic of the group in general! In the meantime, here are 5 things you should know about this fabulous founder!
Who is Rebecca Minkoff?
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Rebecca Minkoff is a New York fashion designer, with a brand named after her. Rebecca Minkoff (the brand) has a cool, edgy look about it, featuring pieces like handbags, accessories, and clothes. Outside of her extensive, impressive career in fashion, she's also looking to build up other women in their respective industries through the Female Founder Collective. The Collective is intended to create a network of women-owned businesses to support each other, as well as offer financial investments.
Who is Rebecca Minkoff's husband?
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Rebecca Minkoff married Gavin Bellour in 2009. According to Glamour, the pair met through a mutual friend and the rest was history. In that same article, Glamour detailed their gorgeous Tuscan wedding where she wore Dolce & Gabbana and Jimmy Choo β no surprise, coming from a fashion legend!
Does Rebecca Minkoff have kids?
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Rebecca Minkoff and Gavin Bellour have four children together! Their names are Leonardo Scout (1), Nico (5), Bowie (9), and Luca (12). After the birth of Leonardo last year, Rebecca told PEOPLE, "I just think that from my past three, you know, it's falling in love again. It's always a beautiful thing, that time falling in love with your children."
How many stores does Rebecca Minkoff have?
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Rebecca Minkoff stores are in 12 cities worldwide, including:
- Nanjing
- Shanghai
- Harbin
- Bangkok
- Seoul
- Venice
- Kuala Lumpur
- Hong Kong
- Singapour
- Incheon
- Dubai
- Los Angel
Is Rebecca Minkoff considered a luxury brand?
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Rebecca Minkoff is a luxury brand that sells handbags, clothing, shoes, accessories, fragrances, and even home goods. The brand exudes It Girl energy, with lots of leather, metallic accents, and chic silhouettes.
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Edie Crossbody With Celestial Studs
I've coveted this bag for a whiiiiiiile now. I'm a big astrology girly, and this just fits right into my whole entire vibe. The only thing that could make it better would be if the stars had my Sagittarius constellation on there!
Megan Tote
Black tote bags are the backbone of the bag ecosystem. They hold a ton and look chic doing it! I mean, just look at this Rebecca Minkoff bag β I could totally take this from the office to the bar without batting an eye!
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A brown bag is always necessary, and this Rebecca Minkoff option is the perfect mix of simple with a dash of flair! I love the stud embellishments on the side paired with the two-string tassel up front.
West Bootie
Western wear is ever on the rise, especially post-BeyoncΓ©'s Cowboy Carter. Add this super cute pair of booties to your cowboy boots collection ASAP!
Megan Pump
The red trend continues with these chunky pumps from Rebecca Minkoff. Some girlies even speculate that burgundy is the new frontier for the trend, so these are more than on-trend β they're ahead of the curve!
Perry Double Layer Mini Dress
Mini dresses are always the moment. Bare your legs in this beauty for spring and summer, or pair it with some red tights when the weather turns. Either way, you're sure to turn heads!
Stevie Leather Oversized Moto Jacket
An oversized leather moto jacket is always the move, trust me. This jacket from Rebecca Minkoff gives off that easy, Cool Girl, thrifted look without having to sift through so many stores for the perfect look. So obsessed!
Celestial Charm Necklace
Charm necklaces are so in right now, and this one is at the top of my wish list! While the lightning bolts are vaguely reminiscent of Tom Sandoval, the rest of the celestial elements are so my astro-loving speed!
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Taylor Swift loves to reference the past in her songs. Every new album adds another layer to a whole web of lore (as the kids say), and The Tortured Poets Department is no different! There are enough pop culture references to to keep you glued to Google for the whole weekend, which is why I read every single lyric to decode each movie and literary reference so you don't have to! Keep reading for the full scoop from our fearless leader: The Chairman of the Department ;).
Literary References In The Tortured Poets Department
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Down Bad β "Did You Take All My Old Clothes, Just To Leave Me Here, Naked And Alone"
While "Down Bad" feels like a reference to aliens, it's also reminding us of the story of Adam and Eve, who were left naked in the Garden of Eden after eating the Fruit of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. The "experiments" Taylor Swift references in the first verse (plus the "Fortnight" music video) are also giving Mary Shelley/Frankenstein!
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So Long, London β "You Left Me At The House By The Heath"
Hampstead Heath is a beautiful area of London that reportedly inspired C.S. Lewis to write The Chronicles of Narnia in the late 30s and early 40s. As Narnia's self-proclaimed biggest fan, I'm totally claiming this indirect literary reference, especially since the Pevensies have to stay at the Professor's house when they're evacuated from London.
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I Hate It Here β "I Hate It Here So I Will Go To Secret Gardens In My Mind People Need A Key To Get To"
This Taylor Swift song is all about wishing she was somewhere else during an early period of her life, and referencing The Secret Garden makes total sense. In the book, lead character Mary has to access the Secret Garden to discover the hope, joy, and healing she's lost.
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thanK you aIMee β "I Pushed Each Boulder Up The Hill"
This seems to be another Greek mythology reference, this time to Sisyphus. He was forced by the gods to roll a boulder up a hill β and then do it again when it rolled back down. Considering this song seems to reference Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, and the drama that led to Reputation, it feels like a reference to the feud that rears its head over and over again.
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Cassandra β "So They Killed Cassandra First Cause She Feared The Worst And Tried To Tell The Town"
In Greek mythology, Cassandra (whose name means "she who entangles men," FYI) was a beautiful woman, and princess of Troy. The god Apollo falls in love with her, and gives her the power of prophecy β that is, until she rejects him and he turns the gift into a curse where no one believes her anymore.
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The Bolter β "She Fell Through The Ice, Then Came Out Alive"
This is another indirect literary reference I'm claiming that totally reminds me of Amy March from Little Women. Amy falls through the ice when the March sisters are all children living in Massachusetts. Fans have historically hated her character, which is tied to the "A curious child, ever reviled // By everyone except her own father" lyric.
Movie References In Taylor Swift's New Album
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My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys β "I Felt More When We Played Pretend Than With All The Kens"
The internet has claimed Taylor Swift as the real-world version of Barbie, and after last year's blockbuster hit (and Taylor referencing Ken in "Hits Different") we get another nod to our favorite doll. Plus, this song reminds me of Syd from Toy Story destroying his toys, and "he was my best friend down at the sandlot" got me thinking about The Sandlot. So many movie references, so little time!
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Guilty As Sin? β "How Can I Be Guilty As Sin?"
Taylor Swift wrote "Carolina" for the book-to-movie adaptation of Where The Crawdads Sing. In "Carolina," she sings that Kya's community has "said that I was guilty as sin and sleep in a liarβs bed.β
More Pop Culture References
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- The Tortured Poets Department β Taylor Swift mentions poet & writer Dylan Thomas, singer-songwriter & poet Patti Smith, and American singer Charlie Puth, boygenius singer Lucy Dacus, producer Jack Antonoff.
- But Daddy I Love Him β This is a line in both The Little Mermaid and The Notebook.
- Florida!!! β Florence Welch is featured on this song, which mentions a hurricane. Florence + The Machine has a song titled "Hurricane Love."
- Guilty As Sin? β Taylor also references "The Downtown Lights" by The Blue Nile, as well as the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus in The Bible.
- Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me β Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf revolves around a bitter and aging couple who weaponize the youth of their guests against one another.
- loml β "The coward claimed he was a lion" is a reference to The Wizard of Oz, while "Mr. Steal Your Girl" is a Trey Songz track.
- I Can Do It With A Broken Heart β This whole song is about Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
- The Alchemy + The Prophecy β In Taylor Swift's TIME interview, she references Harry Potter, which has huge themes around alchemy and prophecies.
- Clara Bow β This song references Clara Bow, Stevie Nicks, and Taylor herself!
- So High School β Taylor Swift Mentions video game Grand Theft Auto, Artistotle, and American Pie. She also mentions games like Kiss Marry Kill, Truth or Dare, and Spin the Bottle
Which of these pop culture references in The Tortured Poets Department is your favorite? Check out the latest news on the album here!
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Hearty dinner recipes are always going to be high on our list, but spring and summer tend to call for light lunch ideas to keep us energized and able to enjoy longer hours of sunshine everyday. I'll be the first to say that eating chicken pasta or pizza for lunch often makes me feel sluggish, so I try to stay away from them during the work day. Not only that, but I've noticed I feel better when I eat something that's a little fresher and healthier. If your summer plans include having as much energy as possible, here's 15 light lunch ideas to help you successfully get through your days!
Light Lunch Ideas: Tasty Salads
Chicken Tzatziki Avocado Salad
Light lunch ideas don't have to be tasteless just because they don't cause you to feel sleepy in the middle of the day. One of the best ways to enjoy something tasty is to make a Mediterranean dish. This chicken tzatziki avocado salad is full of season, roasted chicken, feta, kale, and creamy tahini sauce. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Roasted Golden Beet Salad with Farro
This recipe had us at goat cheese! If you haven't had a chance to try it yet, this roasted golden beet salad with farro is a great way to introduce it to your palate. It also features shallots, thyme, and honey to balance out the crunch you'll get from the almonds! (via Brit + Co)
Chicken Cobb Salad
Add this chicken cobb salad your list of non-complicated light lunch ideas! It's full of tasty ingredients like avocados, cherry tomatoes, and eggs that'll hit the spot during lunchtime. (via Brit + Co)
Strawberry and Asparagus Salad with Chicken
Your salad needs an upgrade that involves lightweight fruit like strawberries. You can always exclude the chicken if you've been eating a meatless diet. (via Completely Delicious)
Feta Green Goddess Pasta Salad with Grilled Chicken
We're not sure who made this rule but pasta salad just seems to be one of the light lunch ideas that works extremely well for summer. This recipe features a homemade green goddess dressing that lightly covers the delicious ingredients, making it one of our favorite meals. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)
Smashed Potato Spring Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing
We love that this smashed potato spring salad can be eaten during summer. The Creamy lemon dressing complements the butter lettuce, asparagus, and green onions that you'll happily devour. (via Two Peas and Their Pod)
Simple Cold Pasta Salad
Simple light lunch ideas are the stuff that our summer dreams are made of. After all, meals like this cold pasta salad are great alternatives if you're truly looking for something quick and lightweight. (via Barley and Sage)
Summer Sesame Noodles
Is it a salad or noodle dish? Maybe it's both! One thing we know is that you'll get a ton of healthy vegetables and noodles drizzled in a sauce that has sesame paste, vinegar, and more! (via Gastro Plant)
Light Lunch Ideas: Creative Sandwiches, Tacos, and WrapsΒ
Breakfast Bagel Sandwich with Smoked Salmon
Skipped breakfast? It happens to the best of us! Make up for it during lunch with this breakfast bagel sandwich with smoked salmon. Our mouths are already craving the herbed cream cheese that's on it. (via Vikalinka)
Smoked Turkey Sandwich with Spicy Mayo
Craving a smoked turkey sandwich that has a kick to it? Make this dish for lunch, but don't forget to bring something soothing to drink that'll help counter the mayo's spiciness! (via The Original Dish)
Tasty Tacos
Tacos Rancheros
This is technically another breakfast meal, but we like to think that some meals can double as light lunch ideas! This is a great option if you have to eat lunch early. (via Vanilla and Bean)
Kale Chicken Caesar Wraps
You've never had chicken caesar like this before. The dressing doesn't have a ton of calories so you'll get to eat something that's healthy and yummy! (via The Girl on Bloor)
Light Lunch Ideas: Veggies
Garlic Parmesan Zucchini
Our mouths are watering looking at this garlic parmesan zucchini dish! The fresh garlic and parmesan make for a dish that's full of hearty flavors without making you feel sluggish. (via The Endless Meal)
Mediterranean Sweet Potatoes
Although these aren't considered sweet potato boats, you can think of them that way thanks to their shape. The spicy chickpeas in the center offset the sweetness of the sweet potatoes while the feta adds a lightweight flavor. (via Cozy Cravings)
Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl
This roasted vegetable quinoa bowl is one of the best light lunch ideas we've come across and it's gluten-free! Not only does it feature sweet potatoes, but you'll also get to savor juicy yellow squash! (via Feel Good Foodie)
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