Christmas is a time of wonder and whimsy, from trees laden with ornaments to lovingly made cookies and intricate gingerbread houses. And while you may already be planning overnight holiday breakfast recipes and Christmas dinner ideas, we wouldn’t blame you if lunch is the last thing on your mind between opening gifts and getting ready for supper. But that doesn’t have to be the case! These Christmas lunch ideas prove that even quick and easy recipes can be tasty (and pretty!) enough for this special day.

Each of these easy Christmas lunch ideas is family-friendly and features seasonal produce, including pomegranate seeds, juicy blood oranges, pears and cranberries. There is a range of options from crisp salads and veggie sides to warming winter soups and sandwiches, so you’re sure to find something that fits your family’s tastes and appetites. Plus, these holiday lunch dishes come together quickly or can be made ahead of time, so mealtime is as easy as reheating.

Whichever recipe you go with, serve lunch with a holiday-ready blood orange punch or cranberry mimosa for the adults, and sparkling cider for the kids. Sneak a Christmas cookie, too, we won’t tell!

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