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3 Nutritious and Easy Kid Lunch Ideas

Creating nutritious lunches for kids can be a daily challenge for many parents and caregivers. In case you missed it, check out our post titled "The Art of Packing Kid Lunches" for more foundational tips. Balancing picky eaters, busy schedules, and the need for healthful yet tasty options often feels like a juggling act. Here are three healthy lunch ideas to help you mix things up!


Cream Cheese Bagel with Vegetables

  • 1 Bagel

  • 4 tbsp of Cream Cheese

  • 1/4 cup of Shredded Carrots

  • 1/4 cup of Sliced Cucumbers

  • 3/4 cup of Raw Spinach

  • 2 Sliced Tomatoes


Side Options: Fruit, Greek Yogurt, Chicken Tenders




Cheesy Quesadilla

  • 1 Tortilla

  • 1/2 cup of Cheese

    • Optional: 4-6 oz of Rotissaire chicken, 4-6 oz of shredded beef, 1/4 cup of sauteed vegetables (onions, peppers, mushrooms, spinach), non-flavored Greek Yogurt for dipping, jalapenos


Side Options: Fruit, salad, baby carrots, rice & beans



Snack Wraps

  • 1 Tortilla

  • 2 Chicken tenders

  • 3 Romaine Lettuce Leaves

  • 1 Slice of Cheese

  • Condiments or 1 tbsp of hummus

    • Optional: 1/4 cup of sauteed vegetables, 1 fried egg, 1 tbsp of fresh basil


Side Options: Fruit, trail mix, baby carrots, zuchinni muffin



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