Ideas for children's lunches that are nutritious  

Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups: Roll slices of low-sodium turkey breast and cheese together and secure with toothpicks. Serve with whole grain crackers, baby carrots, and grapes on the side. 

Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich: Spread natural peanut butter on whole grain bread and top with sliced bananas. Serve with a side of yogurt and mixed berries. 

Hummus and Veggie Wraps: Spread hummus on a whole wheat tortilla, add sliced cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, and lettuce, and roll up into a wrap. Serve with apple slices and a handful of almonds. 

Tuna Salad Pita Pockets: Mix canned tuna with Greek yogurt, diced celery, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Stuff the tuna salad into whole wheat pita pockets and serve with cherry tomatoes and snap peas on the side. 

Quinoa Salad: Toss cooked quinoa with diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, black beans, corn, and a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice. Serve with sliced avocado and orange segments. 

Mini Veggie Pizza: Top whole grain English muffins with tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and sliced vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with a side of baby carrots and apple slices. 

Turkey and Cheese Kabobs: Thread cubes of low-sodium turkey breast and cheese onto skewers along with cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices. Serve with whole grain crackers and a small container of hummus for dipping. 

Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps: Mix hard-boiled eggs with Greek yogurt, mustard, diced celery, and chives. Spoon the egg salad onto large lettuce leaves and roll up into wraps. Serve with carrot sticks and a handful of grapes. 

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