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    Momma Fit Lyndsey » Recipes

    15 Unique Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids!

    Published: Jul 3, 2018 · Modified: Jan 27, 2021 by Lyndsey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Looking for something new and different to pack for your kids for back to school?

    These 15 healthy lunch ideas for kids will be a perfect refresh for your kids' school lunch box!

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    Are your kids getting bored with the same school lunch ideas?  When you are packing lunch or snacks for school it can get really easy to fall into a rut.  I know my girls are huge fans of the same old, same old, but I am always on the hunt for school lunch box ideas that are different and of course healthy!

    How to pack a healthy lunch for kids?

    You may be wondering how to pack healthy lunches for kids that are fun and that the will eat!  There is nothing worse than wasting food right?  Packing a lunch for kids can be a lot like packing a healthy lunch for work.  There are a few categories to pick from.

    My girls have been eating a variety of the same lunch for years.  I have no idea how they don't get bored with it!

    So I'm here for you as much as I am for me!  I'm really hoping they branch out and try something new.

    When I am going to be packing a lunch for my daughters this school year, I'm going to pick one item from each of these categories!  I'm being realistic here.  I know you're reading this article because your kids are most likely picky and do not have access to a microwave.  So here is a completely doable list of lunch box ideas to get you started!

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    Scroll Down for My Top 15 Unique Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids

    Proteins

    Eggs
    Ham lunchmeat
    Peanutbutter
    Pepperoni
    Rotisserie chicken
    Turkey lunchmeat

    Carbs

    Apple Chips
    Bread
    Crackers
    Granola Bar
    Mini Bagel
    Muffins
    Pita bread
    popcorn
    Pretzels
    Rice Cakes
    Veggie Straws

    Fruits

    Apples
    Applesauce pouch
    Banana
    Blueberries
    Grapes
    Mandarin Oranges
    Peaches
    Pears
    Raisins
    Strawberries

    Veggies

    Baby Carrots
    Bell Peppers
    Celery Sticks
    Cherry Tomatoes
    Cucumbers
    Edamame
    Lettuce

    Dairy

    Cheese cubes
    Cheese slice
    Cheesestick
    Cottage Cheese
    Yogurt (cup or tube)

    My School Lunch Box Essentials

    Sides

    Hummus
    Ketchup
    Peanut Butter
    Ranch Dressing
    Sour Cream

    Nuts

    Almonds
    Cashews
    Peanuts

    Dessert

    Fig Newtons
    Fruit Leather
    Granola Bar
    Graham Crackers
    Rice Krispy Treats

    If you're completely lost for ideas after this list of healthy lunch ideas don't worry!  I've rounded up 15 new and unique healthy lunch ideas for kids that spice up their school lunch box!

    My Top 15 Lunch Ideas for Kids that are Unique and Healthy!

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    Are you feeling better about having healthy lunch ideas?  Are your kids up to trying new things? Tell me about it in the comments!

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    1. Jenn

      July 04, 2018 at 10:13 am

      I can't believe the kids will be going back to school in just over a month. Definitely saving these ideas for lunchboxes, but they'll be great for the kiddos all summer long. Thanks for including y veggie rollups!

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      • mommafitpgh@gmail.com

        July 05, 2018 at 6:36 am

        It's crazy!! The summer flies I swear! Glad they could help!

        Reply
    2. Laura

      July 03, 2018 at 4:02 pm

      Lots of great ideas! My kids have been after me to send Lunchables, so I may have to try the homemade option. Thanks!

      Reply
      • mommafitpgh@gmail.com

        July 03, 2018 at 5:10 pm

        What is it about lunchables?? My girls are the same way! Another option for homemade lunchables is just crackers, meat & cheese!

        Reply
    3. Donella

      July 03, 2018 at 7:41 am

      Lots of great ideas for inspiring us to make better lunches for the kiddos. Thanks for including our Dinosaur Bento lunch!

      Reply
      • mommafitpgh@gmail.com

        July 03, 2018 at 8:04 am

        such an adorable idea!!!!

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