It's back to school for us finally. So 5 days a fortnight I have 2 lunches to make per day and the other 5 days I have 3 lunches to prepare.
I want to try and steer clear of the usual sandwiches and try a few different things this year.
We've never been one to include anything packaged or store bought so steering away from the sandwiches shouldn't be too hard.
Here is what was packed in our first lunch box of 2014:
- popcorn with goji berries, coconut flakes,
sesame seeds and sunflower seeds;
- carrot sticks, cucumber sticks, kabana, cheese and homemade dip;
- a chicken drumstick
- banana
I'm not sure that I like that the kabana is in this lunch box as it is a processed sausage, so I will most likely swap that out in the future with chunks of leg ham or the like.
Fingers crossed it all gets eaten! My kids are always saying that the never have enough time to eat all their lunch, I don't know what to say about that, because it is so important that they do have a good lunch!
Oh and these lunch boxes are Goodbyn boxes and are available from
Biome in Australia or if you are outside of Australia you can check out the
Goodbyn website.
What have you been packing in lunches for school?
3. Veggie sticks with hummus: Slice up carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and other colorful veggies for dipping into some homemade hummus. You can even let your kids pick out their own hummus flavors like roasted red pepper or garlic.
4. Peanut butter banana bites: Cut a banana into slices and spread peanut butter on each one. Then, top with some chia seeds, raisins, or other toppings for added crunch.
5. Apple slices with almond butter: Similar to the peanut butter banana bites, slice up an apple and spread almond butter on each one. Top with some granola or sliced almonds for added texture.
6. Frozen yogurt bark: Mix Greek yogurt with honey and some fruit like blueberries or raspberries. Spread onto a baking sheet and freeze for a few hours. Break apart into chunks for a fun and refreshing snack.
7. Baked sweet potato chips: Slice up a sweet potato into thin slices and toss with some olive oil and spices like paprika and garlic powder. Bake in the oven at 375 degrees for about 20 minutes or until crispy.
These snack ideas are not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients that will keep your kids fueled and satisfied throughout the day. So the next time your kids ask for a snack, try out one of these options and watch as they become a new favorite!
