Lunch2U – Healthy Eating

Recently we decided to order our lunch form Lunch2U, as we lounging by the pool and couldn’t be asked to go out to buy lunch. Alex is also a good friend and when she told us of her new venture, we were eager to check it out for ourselves.

Alexandra Prabaharan whom we’ve known since her time as a food writer for Friedchillies, is a certified nutritionist with the American Fitness Professionals and Associates(AFPA), so you know you are in good hands. Her love of food and nutrition is showcased in the meals she creates. The menu at Lunch2U has been fully developed by Alex herself.

pasta delivered to your doorstep 

This time round we ordered four different dishes from Lunch2U and they were all super tasty! We could not believe that they were so low in calories and the portions were respectably large too. The food arrived fresh and at around 1230pm, just in time for lunch.

 order lunch to your office or to your home.. it’s easy!  

Thai Journey

A red rice salad with baked chicken, cherry tomatoes,cucumber, red onion and mango, tossed with a spicy sour Thai dressing.
aprox. 511 kcal RM12.90

The main component in this dish is the Thai Red Rice. Thai Red Rice is a rich source of fiber, iron, thiamin, calcium and vitamin B1. This is especially ideal for individuals who are gluten intolerant and it is believed to reduce cholesterol and aid in performance of the circulatory system. The chicken used in the Thai Journey is a baked boneless skinless breast which makes for a good source of protein that is low in fat. Fresh veggies and herbs are used to give it additional vitamins as well as some fibre and crunch.

Moroccan Dreams
A cous cous chickpea salad with cherry tomatoes, red onion and cucumber, tossed with a squeeze of lemon and olive oil.
aprox. 377 kcal RM12.90

This is currently the only vegetarian option on their menu. Couscous is small-grained pasta and is a complete grain that is high in protein, fibre, selenium and is lower in calories than white rice and even quinoa. The use of chickpeas in this dish is to give it a nutritional boost. Chickpeas are great for the digestive tract as they are high in fibre and they decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering the LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and triglycerides. Two more great ingredients in the Morrocan Dreams is lemon juice and olive oil. Lemons have strong antibacterial, antiviral, and immune-boosting powers. The juice can also be used as a weight loss aid because it aids in digestion and is a liver cleanser. Lemons contain citric acid, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, bioflavonoids, pectin, and limonene which promote immunity and fight infection. Olive oil is known for its many health benefits such as lowered risk of cardiovascular disease, lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.

Love Me Tandoor
Chicken marinated in tandoori spices baked and served in a capati wrap with a raita sauce.
aprox. 331 kcal RM11.90

In this dish the main component is the capati which is a wheat flour flatbread. Since whole wheat flour is used to make this bread there is no bleach or emulsifiers added into the dough. The dietary fiber also helps with weight loss by giving the feeling of fullness which reduces the chance of overeating. The capati is rich in carbohydrates, protein, vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, Iron, Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Manganese, Selenium, Potassium, and Zinc just to name a few. Boneless skinless chicken breasts is a good source of protein that is low in fat. This is marinated overnight in tandoori spices and baked in the oven. The wrap is served with a yogurt sauce that contains chopped mint and cilantro. Yogurt is a wonderful health food as it is a good source of Calcium, Phosphorus, Riboflavin-Vitamin B2, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic acid-Vitamin B5, Zinc, Potassium, Protein and Molybdenum. Yogurt is known to lower LDL cholesterol and raise up the HDL cholesterol.

Pasta Pasta

Tri-colour pasta served with tuna, red and yellow capsicum, oyster mushrooms, and red onion, tossed with a mustardy lemon vinaigrette.
aprox. 505 kcal RM12.90

While pasta may get a bad rap for being high in calories, it is important to understand that most of the time it is the sauce and meats that accompany the pasta that makes it a heavy dish. Pasta is actually low on the glycemic index which means it takes a long time for the body to break it down and absorb it. This means you feel fuller for longer and so it can be used as a great tool to lose weight. The trick here is portion control, eat too much pasta and you’re sliding down a slippery slope. At Lunch2U we ensure that your portion of pasta is just right. The Pasta Pasta has the addition of tuna(Read skinny spicy tuna for detailed info on tuna benefits), oyster mushrooms, and bell peppers mixed in. Oyster mushrooms contain ergothioneine which is a unique antioxidant that protects cells in the body. They are also high in Zinc, Iron, Potassium, Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Niacin, and Vitamins B1 and B2. Bell peppers help in curing many diseases that include lowering blood pressure, reducing cholesterol and warding off strokes and heart attacks, and speeding up metabolism.

Lunch2u dishes are low in fat, high in nutrients and fibre, and most importantly, they taste great. Their lunches area all individually designed and each of these meals come with caloric information. Also the meals are from halal certified suppliers and Lunch2U is in the process of getting their own halal certification as well.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

All you have to do is browse the menu, order and pay. They require that the lunches are ordered the day before to ensure they prepare your meals using the freshest of ingredients. The lunch will be delivered to your office between 11:30am – 1pm. For the time being they are servicing Damansara Heights Offices, certain Mont Kiara buildings, Phileo Damansara 1&2, and they allow orders to be picked up at their kitchen in Desa Sri Hartamas as well, if you prefer.