Need a lunch that will get you through the day? This 10-minute recipe is full of protein to fuel a busy afternoon

View from rear of oven of tray of salmon fillets and man in gray button-up shirt with hands in oven gloves.

Quick hot lunches are vital to get you through a day of working from home, but there are a few things you should consider for maximum satiety, brain fuel and, of course, enjoyment.

I spoke to a registered dietitian and the lead nutritionist for ButcherBox, Amy Shapiro, who advised that the first thing your lunch needs is protein. “Set up your plate for success with 4-5 oz of lean protein, plants and healthy fats,” she says. “This is a sure-fire way to optimize your energy and ensure your body is receiving the nutrients it needs.”