Yummy Lunch Box Ideas!

It’s that time of year. The kids are heading back to school and if you are a working or a stay at home Mom the thought of coming up with lunch ideas is looming over your head. From daycare to the school cafeteria, we’ve got your covered!

First things first, you’ll need to start with a sectioned dish/tupperware container. This will make packing a lunch much more simple. You’ll probably also want to get a thermos if you do not have one already. Second: Don’t stress! Last night’s left overs can make a great meal the next day for your child’s lunch. Sandwiches be gone!

Idea #1: Wraps. These are great alternatives to sandwiches. We suggest whole wheat wraps, topped with your child’s favorite meat, shredded cheese and condiment. Roll it into a tight log and slice in half. For sides slice some strawberries or peaches and baby carrots with some dipping sauce. For big eaters you can also pack a thermos of tomato soup-yummmmmmmm!

Idea#2: Meat and Cheese Skewers. This lunch idea is very simple and will take just a few minutes to prepare. All you’ll need a meat and cheese pack from your local grocer’s deli section. Many times the cheese is already cut into cubes and the meat in bite size pieces also. On toothpicks alternate meat and cheese, add wheat crackers, fruit and a hard boiled egg as sides.

Idea #3: As fall approaches and the weather cools soups are a great lunch option. Pack their favorite soup in a thermos and add cheese and crackers as a side.

Idea #4: Veggies and Pasta. We love this idea because it can be served hot or cold. Rotini pasta and broccoli topped with Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella. For sides create a trail mix and add a simple fruit such as grapes.

Idea #5: Classic PB and J. Every child loves a good peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Throw in a cheese stick, orange slices and cucumber bites for a very nutricious lunch.

Idea #6: Left over sandwich tray. If you hosted a party over the weekend, use left over sandwiches for your child’s lunch and serve with apples, baby carrots and your child’s favorite snack cracker.

Idea #7: Spaghetti Night Done Right! Left over spaghetti in a thermos will make a delicious lunch! Send a yogurt cup and granola bar as sides.

We loves these lunch ideas and hope you do too. Not only are they great to pack for school lunch, but they are easy to make for lunch at home too. Do you have a lunchbox idea? We’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment at the bottom of this post. We can’t wait to hear from you!