For many of us, the first couple weeks of school brings new routines, added responsibilities, prime productivity and an end to the freedom that is the summer season. From putting together daily school lunches to starting in on nightly homework time, this time of year brings some new added tasks to your days.
We’re here to help! At least with the lunches part. Making school lunches can be enjoyable, with different combinations of cute snacks and foods coming together into a creative, fun meal for your kids. From quick on-the-go boxes to crafty, original options, we’ve found some seriously cool ideas to add a smile to your kids’ faces come noontime. Mix and match the options according to his or her likes and needs!
Protein: Homemade Veggie Burgers with Avocado
Carbohydrate: Fresh Garden Salad with Almonds
Sweet-Tooth: Strawberries, dipped slightly in sugar
Protein: Cream Cheese & Fresh Tomato Sandwich
Carbohydrate: Sautéed Summer Produce
Sweet-Tooth: Ants on a Log with Chocolate Chips
Protein: Bean & Quinoa Taco Wrap
Carbohydrate: Sliced Orange
Sweet-Tooth: Organic Fruit Gummies
Protein: Egg Salad in a Pita Pocket
Carbohydrate: Summer Squash Pasta Salad
Sweet-Tooth: Lunchbox Apple Pies
Protein: Veggie Hummus Wraps
Carbohydrate: Cheese Crackers, like Goldfish
Sweet-Tooth: Strawberries with Nutella for Dipping
Protein: Greek Yogurt with Walnuts & Cinnamon
Carbohydrate: Blend of fresh berries
Sweet-Tooth: Mini Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Protein: Peanut Butter & Banana Roll-Ups
Carbohydrate: Sliced Kiwi
Sweet-Tooth: Nutella Banana Mini Muffins
What’s your favorite packable meal? We’d love to hear your ideas!
