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27 Easy Back to School Lunch Ideas for Kids That Actually Get Eaten


  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

These 27 easy back to school lunch ideas for kids make packing lunch stress-free, fun, and healthy with kid-approved favorites.


Ingredients

Whole wheat wraps

Cheddar cheese

Deli turkey

Mini pitas

Tomato sauce

Mozzarella

Crackers

Boiled eggs

Fruit (grapes, apples, berries)

Baby carrots

Cucumbers

Granola bars

Pasta

Diced chicken

Bell peppers

Eggs

Waffles

Maple syrup

Greek yogurt


Instructions

Assemble turkey and cheese roll-ups with veggies and fruit.

Make pizza Lunchables with mini pitas, cheese, and toppings.

Build snack boxes with hard-boiled eggs, pretzels, and fruit.

Prepare veggie quesadillas and cut into triangles.

Mix pasta salad with protein and veggies.

Bake egg muffins with cheese and diced ham.

Pack chicken and rice bowls with dipping sauce.

Toast waffles and pair with fruit and a dip.

Notes

Mix and match weekly to keep lunches interesting.nPrep some items ahead to save time on busy mornings.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No Cook, Make-Ahead
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lunchbox
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: back to school lunch, easy lunchbox, no sandwich lunches