10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love. Back To School Recipes!! Happy Saturday, everyone. How has your week been? Just leaving this recipe collection here for anyone who will be looking for some lunch box ideas.

Also an updated post from a few years ago. As the school new term starts again, ensuring your kids have healthy, tasty meals to fuel their busy days is a top priority.

So my collection of “10 Delicious and Nutritious Back to School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love” is here to make lunchtime both fun and nourishing.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love:

Recipe and image courtesy of Watercress, Love Celery, Dole®, Lisa Roukin, Watercress, Make More Of Salad, Waitrose, Shaken Udder Milkshakes, Watercress and Borderfields Cold Press Rapeseed Oil.

First thing first, a back to school check list for eating and drinking!

1. Firstly, Hand Sanitizer. Great if you wash your hands and then have to touch doors and chairs etc!
2. Secondly, A Lunch Box. Bento Lunch Box For Kids, are great for organising your food into different compartments. Love the Adult Bento Lunch Boxes, too.
3. Thirdly, A Reusable Containers. (for snacks). Great for taking an healthy mid morning snack in.
4. Fourthly, A Water Bottle. A refillable one you can fill up at school.)
5. Fifth, A Lunch Bag. For Carrying You Food In.
6. Utensils (fork, spoon, knife) Napkins or wet wipes for afterwards.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love:

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love.

Table Of Contents:

• Firstly, Kids’ Layered Lunch Pots: Back to School with Watercress. 
• Secondly, Celery And Apple Matchstick Salad.
• Thirdly, Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Peach Muffins.
• Fourthly, Dried Fig, Pecan And Dark Chocolate Oat Bars.
• Fifth, Fun and Simple Mini Quiches: Back to School with Watercress. 
• Sixth, Slurpy Salad: Making Kids Meals Look More Exciting. 
• Seventh, Cheddar, Chive, And Ham Muffins
• Eight, Chocolush, Banana Muffins.
• Ninth, Healthy Kids’ Bento Box: Back to School with Watercress.
• Last But Not Least, Raspberry And Coconut Oat Bars.

From colourful veggie-packed Kids’ Layered Lunch Pots to Celery And Apple Matchstick Salad, and from delightful Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Peach Muffins to homemade granola bars, these recipes are designed to please even the pickiest eaters.

Each meal is thoughtfully crafted to balance essential nutrients, keeping your little ones energised and focused throughout the day.

Say goodbye to boring sandwiches and hello to a variety of flavours and textures that will have your kids eagerly anticipating their lunch break!

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love:

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love. Recipe and image courtesy of Watercress.

Firstly, Kids’ Layered Lunch Pots: Back to School with Watercress. 

Kids’ Layered Lunch Pots featuring watercress are an innovative and nutritious option for back-to-school meals. They are designed to keep kids excited about healthy eating. How cool!

These colorful, portable pots layer vibrant, fresh ingredients to create a visually appealing and delicious lunch that’s easy to pack and enjoy.

Also, they make great grown-up lunch boxes, too! What is not to love? The base layer often includes cooked macaroni pasta, providing a hearty foundation.

This is topped with a yummy tuna mayonnaise, and an array of crunchy vegetables, including bell peppers, and sweetcorn. The star ingredient, peppery watercress, adds a burst of flavour and a powerful dose of vitamins and minerals, promoting overall health and energy. 

Finished with some salt and pepper, these layered lunch pots offer a balanced, wholesome meal that kids will love. Perfect for busy school days, they ensure children get the nourishment they need in a fun and appealing way. I would recommend putting them into a plastic box for taking to school!

Get The Recipe Here: Kids’ Layered Lunch Pots: Back to School with Watercress. So good.

Celery And Apple Matchstick Salad:

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love. Recipe and image courtesy of Love Celery.

Secondly, Celery And Apple Matchstick Salad.

A fresh, herby salad with plenty of crunch. The dressing should be slightly chunky, more like a salsa to give added texture. Oh, and it just so happens to be vegan! So what’s not to love?

Get The Recipe Here: Celery And Apple Matchstick Salad. So much fun.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love.

Thirdly, Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Peach Muffins.

Recipe and image c/o Dole®. So kids are always looking for a tasty after-school snack, or lunch box treats, while parents want them to eat something healthy. These sugar-free peach muffins are also the perfect compromise.

Get The Recipe Here: Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Peach Muffins. So good.

Dried Fig, Pecan And Dark Chocolate Oat Bars:

Recipe and image courtesy of Lisa Roukin My Relationship With Food Cookbook.

Fourthly, Dried Fig, Pecan, And Dark Chocolate Oat Bars.

Looking for a nice and healthy treat? So today I have this Dried Fig, Pecan, And Dark Chocolate Oat Bars recipe to share with you. Yum! Yum!! Slightly decadent, but less so than store-bought brands, these bars are good for breakfast or as a lunch box treat.

Get The Recipe Here: Dried Fig, Pecan, And Dark Chocolate Oat Bars. So tasty.

Fifth, Fun And Simple Mini Quiches: Back to School with Watercress. 

Recipe and image courtesy of Watercress. 10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love.

Kickstart the school term with a delightful twist on lunchtime classics with these Fun and Simple Mini Quiches! Perfectly portioned for lunch boxes, these mini quiches are easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.

Customise each quiche with your child’s favorite veggies, cheeses, and proteins, ensuring a balanced and tasty meal. Not only are they delicious, but they’re also convenient to prepare in advance and freeze for those hectic school mornings.

Versatile and portable, mini quiches are a fantastic way to add variety to your kids’ lunch boxes while sneaking in some extra nutrition. With their savoury flavours and cute, bite-sized appeal, these mini quiches are sure to become a lunchtime favorite!

Get The Recipe Here: Fun And Simple Mini Quiches. So sweet.

Slurpy Salad: Making Kids Meals Look More Exciting:

Recipe and recipe photography by Make More Of Salad.

Sixth, A Slurpy Salad: Making Kids Meals Look More Exciting. 

Making kids meals look a bit more exciting can help picky eaters tuck into new foods. Whilst it might be a bit much to create a cartoon scene for every meal, maybe spirals and ribbons will do the trick.

Get The Recipe Here: Slurpy Salad: Making Kids Meals Look More Exciting. So fun.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love. Recipe and image c/o Waitrose.

Seventh, Cheddar, Chive, And Ham Muffins.

These savoury muffins are also great for picnics, casual garden parties, or lunchboxes. Yeah, spring is just around the corner! You could even bake a variety of different fillings, such as grated courgette, sweet potato, olives, or crispy bacon. How cool?

Get The Recipe Here: Cheddar, Chive, And Ham Muffins. So tasty.

Eighth, Chocolush Banana Muffins. Recipe and image c/o Shaken Udder Milkshakes.

Enjoy the irresistible delight of Chocolush Banana Muffins, the ideal balance of indulgence and sweetness.

Yummy Chocolush and luscious bananas come together in these muffins to create a delightful combination that will tantalise your taste senses.

Get The Recipe Here: Chocolush Banana Muffins. So yummy.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love.

Healthy Kids’ Bento Box: Back to School with Watercress:

Recipe and image courtesy of Watercress.

Ninth, Healthy Kids’ Bento Box: Back to School with Watercress.

It can be a challenge thinking of new and exciting fillings for packed lunches, especially when your children’s favourite foods might not always be the healthiest of options. but wait, I have an idea for you, fun to look at and most importantly, healthy.

Kids will love this cute Japanese-inspired packed lunch that’s both nutritious and colourful!

Get The Recipe Here: Healthy Kids’ Bento Box: Back to School with Watercress. So much fun.

Tenth, Raspberry And Coconut Oat Bars.

Recipe and recipe photography by Borderfields Cold Press Rapeseed Oil. Discover the sweet satisfaction of homemade Raspberry and Coconut Oat Bars with this easy-to-follow recipe guide.

These yummy bars are bursting with juicy raspberries and tropical coconut, offering a delightful blend of flavours and textures. Learn how to make these scrumptious treats today.

Get The Recipe Here: Raspberry And Coconut Oat Bars. So good.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love.

10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love.

So Back To School: Creative Mondays Blog Hop. So what has gotten your all creative this week? Here are a few of my favourite posts from last week:

• Sara shares an outfit post with us, wearing her lovely Black Jumpsuit.
• Frau Tschi-Tsch shares this great idea with us.
• A Party in a glass.
• Nicole shares an  Outfit post with us. 
• Tarah shares this lovely up-cycle project: Jewelry Hanger.
• Love Shauna’s Valentine look: All You Need Is Love.
• Carol shares this tasty Green Bean And Potato Salad.
• Julie shares these beautiful Crochet And Knit Fingerless Gloves.

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10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love:

Recipe and image courtesy of Watercress, Love Celery, Dole®, Lisa Roukin, Watercress, Make More Of Salad, Waitrose, Shaken Udder Milkshakes, Watercress and Borderfields Cold Press Rapeseed Oil.

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10 Delicious And Nutritious Back To School Lunch Box Recipes Kids Will Love. So much fun to make.

Salad Jar Recipes Pinterest Board:

You Might Also Like My Salad Jar Recipes Pinterest Board:

So my Salad Jars Pinterest Board is a vibrant collection of creative and convenient meal prep ideas, showcasing the versatility and appeal of salads stored in jars.

This board is a treasure trove for health enthusiasts and busy individuals alike, offering visually stunning and nutritious options that are perfect for on-the-go lunches or quick, wholesome meals. Also, each pin typically features layered salads in mason jars, strategically arranged to keep ingredients fresh and crisp until ready to eat.

With combinations ranging from classic Caesar salads to exotic quinoa and chickpea blends, these pins often include detailed recipes and tips for optimal layering techniques to prevent sogginess.

The Salad Jars Pinterest Board not only inspires culinary creativity but also promotes a sustainable, portion-controlled approach to eating, making it a must-follow for anyone looking to step up their meal prep game. 

Salad Jar Recipes Pinterest Board. So what is not to love?

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