As a parent or guardian, packing a healthy and nutritious lunch for your child is one of the most important things you can do. However, the task of coming up with new and exciting lunch ideas can be challenging. Here are five fun and tasty recipes for produce-filled school lunches that are quick and proven to be a hit!
- Hummus and Veggie Wrap
Ingredients:
- Whole grain tortilla wrap
- Hummus
- Sliced cucumbers
- Shredded carrots
- Sliced bell peppers
Spread hummus on a whole grain tortilla wrap and fill with sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, and sliced bell peppers. Roll up and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Pita Pocket with Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients:
- Whole wheat pita pocket
- Tzatziki sauce
- Sliced cherry tomatoes
- Sliced cucumbers
- Sliced red onion
Stuff a whole wheat pita pocket with tzatziki sauce, sliced cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and sliced red onion.
- Rainbow Salad
Ingredients:
- Mixed greens
- Sliced strawberries
- Sliced oranges
- Blueberries
- Sliced almonds
- Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Combine mixed greens, sliced strawberries, sliced oranges, blueberries, and sliced almonds in a container. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
- Turkey and Veggie Roll-Ups
Ingredients:
- Sliced turkey breast
- Sliced cucumbers
- Sliced bell peppers
- Cream cheese
Spread cream cheese on a slice of turkey breast and top with sliced cucumbers and sliced bell peppers. Roll up and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Chicken and Veggie Skewers
Ingredients
- Cooked chicken breast, cut into cubes
- Cherry tomatoes
- Sliced bell peppers
- Sliced zucchini
Thread cooked chicken breast cubes, cherry tomatoes, sliced bell peppers, and sliced zucchini onto skewers. Pack the skewers in a container along with a side of your child's favorite dipping sauce.
There you have it! Five delicious and healthy produce-filled school lunch ideas that are time friendly. You do so much as a parent, us at Peko would love to support by delivering fresh produce right to your door. These recipes are sure to be a hit with your child and will help keep them energized throughout the day. Happy lunch packing!