5 Kid-Friendly Lunch Box Recipes
It can be difficult to come up with healthy and delicious lunch box ideas that your kids will actually want to eat. Avoid the temptation of prepackaged snacks and try out these five creative and easy-to-make lunch box recipes!
Mini Pizzas
Who doesn’t love pizza? These mini pizzas are a fun and customizable lunch box option. Start with a whole wheat English muffin or mini pizza crust, add some tomato sauce, cheese, and your child’s favorite toppings. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes and pack in a lunch box container. Bonus points if you include some veggies like diced bell peppers or spinach!
PB&J Sushi Rolls
For a fun spin on the classic PB&J sandwich, try making sushi rolls! Simply roll out a piece of bread with a rolling pin, add peanut butter and jelly, and roll it up like sushi. Slice into bite-sized pieces and pack in a lunch box container. Your kids will love the novelty of this lunch box option!
Ants on a Log
Ants on a Log are a classic snack that can easily be turned into a lunch box option. Start with celery sticks, fill the center with peanut butter or almond butter, and top with raisins. This is a fun and healthy option that your kids will love to snack on!
Rainbow Fruit Skewers
Make fruit fun by creating rainbow fruit skewers! Cut up different colored fruit like strawberries, pineapple, cantaloupe, and blueberries, and put them on skewers. This is a great way to get your kids to eat a variety of fruits and to make their lunch box visually appealing!
Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups
Roll-ups are a simple and tasty lunch box option. Start with a whole wheat tortilla and spread some cream cheese or hummus on it. Add some turkey slices and a slice of cheese, roll up tightly, and cut into bite-sized pieces. Pack in a lunch box container and watch as your kids devour them!
