Healthy School Lunches
Healthy school lunch ideas and recipes. Easy, homemade school lunch options including allergy friendly recommendations and tips for nut free, gluten free, dairy free, and sugar free lifestyles.
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Healthy Homemade Uncrustables for Kids and Toddlers (packed school lunch box or daycare lunch!)
Learn how easy it is to make the homemade version of the kids’ iconic Uncrustable - it will be a huge hit! In this DIY uncrustables guide, you will find step-by-step pictures, FAQs, tips and tricks and over 8 different fillings, you can put inside! These easy sandwiches are great for an on-the-go lunch or snack, a packed school lunch box, a daycare lunch or healthy toddler lunch at home.
30 Healthy School Lunch Ideas Kids Love (ideal for 1st through 5th grade!)
Do you dread packing school lunches? Need inspo? I’ve got you! Simplify your mornings with these 30 school lunch ideas (mostly cold lunches!) for elementary school-age kids who are in 1st grade through 5th grade. Here are some of our favorite school lunch recipes that are great to serve in a school or home lunch box. Plenty of allergy-friendly, gluten free, dairy free and nut free lunch box ideas for packed school lunches, too.
Healthy Pumpkin Yogurt for Baby, Toddlers and Kids (baby-led weaning; lunch box idea!)
Looking for an easy 2-minute recipe that is perfect for snack time, breakfast, or part of a healthy school lunch box, after-school snack that's both healthy and filling? Then this Pumpkin Yogurt is going to be your new BFF! It’s perfect for babies, toddlers, and big kids! For ages 6+ months. Just in time for fall, this homemade pumpkin yogurt is great for baby-led weaning and the perfect healthy toddler snack, too!
Hidden Veggie Pizza Muffins for Kids and Toddlers (lunch box idea; picky eater fave!)
Does your kid love pizza? And muffins? Then these hidden veggie pizza muffins are going to be a winner in your house! These muffins offer a fun approach to introducing kids to different kinds of veggies and toppings, in a format they know and love. Great as part of a healthy packed school lunch, quick and easy toddler lunch for picky eaters, or as the perfect after-school snack for kids and teenagers.
DIY Turkey Lunchables for Toddlers and Kids (budget-friendly lunch box idea & toddler lunch!)
Skip the unhealthy store-bought Lunchables and save money by making your own. Healthy, kid-friendly, and ready in just minutes – these DIY Turkey Lunchables make packing school lunches feel like a breeze! Homemade Turkey Lunchables are perfect for school lunches, road trips, and busy summer days on the go! Great as a healthy lunch box idea or toddler daycare lunch.
Easy Pizza Bagels (lunch box idea, after-school snack, and toddler meal!)
Looking for the ultimate packed school lunch box idea or maybe a super easy picky eater toddler meal? I got you! Pizza Bagels are a fun, fast and family-friendly meal recipe that everyone will love! These 10-minute pizza bagels are super customizable and a hearty choice your kids and toddlers will love for lunch, dinner, or even snacks!
10 Allergy-Free School Lunch Box Ideas for Kids (dairy free, nut free and gluten free!)
These 10 Allergy-Free School Lunch Box Ideas for Kids are all nut-free, dairy-free and gluten-free! 2 weeks' worth of school lunch ideas! Great if your child has food allergies or if your school has food restrictions. I have to pack nut, gluten, and dairy-free school lunches for both of my girls. Here are the allergy-friendly school lunch box ideas that they love the most. Great for picky eaters!
DIY Pizza Lunchables for Toddlers and Kids (packed school lunch or daycare lunch box!)
These DIY pizza Lunchables are super easy to put together, customizable with your favorite toppings, and healthier and lower in sodium than store-bought pizza Lunchables. So simple, healthy, and yummy – these DIY Pizza Lunchables are a lifesaver when you need a quick lunch for your kid! Pizza Lunchables pack well for packed school lunch box, daycare lunch for toddlers, family road trip food, and busy days on the go!
10 Allergy-Friendly School Lunch Box Ideas for Kids (nut-free, dairy-free and gluten-free options!)
10 Allergy‑Friendly School Lunches (Nut‑Free, Dairy‑Free, Gluten‑Free) features a full two weeks of school lunch ideas that are nut-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free. These allergy-friendly, packed school lunches include school-approved favorites like bagel pizza with dairy-free cheese, avocado chicken salad, gluten-free pasta with meat sauce, bean and dairy‑free quesadillas, chicken nuggets, and more—perfect for picky eaters, food-allergy families, and nut‑safe classrooms. No AI.
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Cinnamon Applesauce for Baby, Toddlers and Kids (6+ months; lunch box; snack!)
This healthy homemade Cinnamon Applesauce is a cozy 20-minute snack or breakfast for babies (6+ months), toddlers, and kids. Made with simmered ripe apples, vanilla, and a pinch of cinnamon—no added sugar. Blend smooth or leave chunky, serve warm from the stove, spoon over oatmeal or yogurt, or pack in reusable pouches for on-the-go fruit puree. Great as a daycare lunch addition, after school snack, or as part of a healthy paocked school lunch box. No AI.
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Veggie Loaded Hummus for Baby, Toddlers and Kids (picky eater fave; 7+ months!)
This Veggie-Loaded Hummus is a nutritious, hidden veggie dip that grows with your child—from baby food (7+ months) to toddler snack to healthy school lunch. Made with chickpeas and colorful vegetables, it’s a protein- and fiber-rich recipe perfect for picky eaters. Serve as a smooth baby puree, spread on toast for toddlers, or pack in lunch boxes with crackers and veggies for older kids. A clean eating after school snack that’s easy to prep and loved by kids of all ages. No AI.
School Lunch Ideas for Preschoolers and Kids
Looking for packed school lunch recipes your preschooler or kids that they will actually eat? From homemade lunchables to cheesy pizza pinwheels, these easy and fun school lunch ideas are kid-approved and perfect for busy mornings. You'll also find an honest review of the 7 best lunch box brands to make packing lunch even easier. Great for lunch box treats, back-to-school meal prep, and lunch box inspiration all year long!
Healthy DIY Turkey Lunchables for Kids (so much better than store-bought; ready in 5 minutes!)
Healthy, kid-friendly, and ready in just minutes – these DIY Turkey Lunchables make packing lunches feel like a breeze! Homemade Turkey Lunchables are perfect for school lunches, road trips, and road trips with the family! These homemade Lunchables are part of a healthy packed school lunch or daycare lunch for toddlers, too!
Healthy School Lunch Ideas for Preschoolers and Kids (picky eater favorites, too!)
From healthy homemade lunchables to pizza pinwheels, these tasty school lunch recipes will keep your little ones full and happy throughout their day! Plus, I give you my honest review of the top 7 brands of school lunch boxes. From healthy uncrustables to fruit skewers, there are plenty of kid-friendly recipes for a healthy packed school lunch and after-school snacks. Picky eater favorites, too!
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Easy Stovetop Cheesy Rice for Baby, Toddlers and Kids (lunch box thermos idea; gluten free!)
This 30-minute recipe for cheesy rice is similar in taste to mac and cheese and just as easy to prepare! The simple side dish recipe uses only one dish, so you won’t be stuck at the kitchen sink for hours cleaning up. Naturally gluten-free and made with kitchen staples, it also stores well for lunches the next day. Great as a lunch box thermos recipe for a hot packed school lunch for kids. Loved by my picky eater toddler, too! Good for babies 6+ months but sparingly.
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