With the new school year here, parents are searching for fun and healthy lunch ideas for their kids. I remember when I used to pack lunches for my daughters when they were little, making sure that each meal was as enjoyable as it was nutritious. Lunch is just as important as breakfast, and one of the best ways to ensure your kids get a healthy meal is to pack it yourself.
Balancing nutrition with kid-friendly foods can sometimes feel challenging, but it doesn't have to be. A good snack box should include a mix of proteins, fruits, veggies, and a little treat to keep things interesting. Plus, incorporating fun shapes and themes lets you make lunchtime exciting for your little ones. Think sandwiches cut into stars, colorful fruit kabobs, and veggies arranged into funny faces. A little creativity and preparation can make a world of difference!
Below, I've compiled a food list to include in their lunch box. The key is to pick one from each category. Mixing and matching from these categories allows you to create a delicious, balanced, and fun lunch box that your kid will love!
Protein:
- Grilled chicken strips
- Turkey slices
- Hard-boiled egg
- Hummus
- Cheese sticks
- Nut butter (peanut, almond)
- Greek yogurt
- Tuna salad (on bread or with crackers to dip)
- Egg salad
- Edamame
- Dumplings
- Fried rice
- Jerky
- Sunbutter and jelly sandwich
1-2 Fruits:
- Apple slices
- Grapes
- Banana
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Pear
- Orange segments
- Kiwi slices
- Watermelon cubes
- Pineapple chunks
Veggies:
- Baby carrots
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber slices
- Bell pepper strips
- Snap peas
- Celery sticks
- Broccoli florets
- Cauliflower bites
- Zucchini coins
Small Sweets:
- A small piece of dark chocolate
- Mini oatmeal cookie
- Yogurt-covered raisins
- Fruit leather
- A small handful of trail mix
- Homemade granola bar
- Mini muffin
- A small portion of dried fruit (like apricots or cranberries)
- A few gummy bears (in moderation)
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