Lunch Box Recipe Ideas for Kids

Delicious and Nutritious: 3 Lunch Box Recipe Ideas for Kids

A lunch box is way more than a mere container, it’s a box filled with emotion, nutrition & fun. Especially for kids, it’s the highlight of their day!

As a parent, preparing lunch boxes for your kids can be both a joy and a challenge. You want to ensure they're getting the nutrition they need to fuel their day, but you also want to make sure they'll actually enjoy their lunch box inside-out. To strike that perfect balance, here are three attractive & delicious lunch boxes and recipe ideas that your kids will love:

  1. Rainbow Veggie Wraps in the Unicorn Bite Lunch Box

Ingredients:

  • Whole grain wraps
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  • Hummus
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  • Sliced cucumber
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  • Grated carrots
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  • Thinly sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, and green)
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  • Baby spinach leaves
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  • Sliced avocado
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  • Optional: sliced cottage cheese or chicken breast for added protein

    • Instructions:

    1. Lay out the whole grain wraps on a clean surface.
    2. Spread a generous layer of hummus over each wrap.
    3. Layer the sliced cucumber, grated carrots, bell peppers, baby spinach leaves, and sliced avocado evenly over the wraps.
    4. If desired, add a layer of sliced turkey or chicken breast for added protein.
    5. Carefully roll up each wrap and slice into bite-sized pinwheels.
    6. Pack the rainbow veggie wraps into your child's lunch box along with some cherry tomatoes and a side of Greek yogurt dip for extra flavour.
    Veggie Wraps

    The result?

    A super vibrant, healthy and yummy meal that’s as colourful as the Unicorn Bite Single Wall Lunch Box . Don’t forget to add some gems to the complimentary container you get with our lunch box, for that extra pop of colour!

    2. Cheesy Quinoa and Vegetable Muffins in Bite Green Lunchbox

    Green Tiffin

    Ingredients:

    • 1 cup cooked quinoa
    • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
    • 1/2 cup diced mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli)
    • 3 eggs
    • 1/4 cup milk
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, grated cheddar cheese, diced mixed vegetables, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
    3. Spoon the quinoa mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
    4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are set and golden brown on top.
    5. Allow the muffins to cool slightly before removing them from the tin.
    Vegetable Muffins

    Once cooled, pack the wholesome cheesy quinoa and vegetable muffins into your child's Bite Green Single Wall Lunch Box along with some cucumber slices & salsa for dipping, in the container that the lunch box comes with.

    1. Peanut Butter Banana Sushi Rolls in Minions Single Wall Lunch Box

    Ingredients:

    • Whole grain bread slices
    • Creamy peanut butter
    • Ripe bananas
    • Honey (optional)
    • Chia seeds (optional)

    Instructions:

    1. Trim the crusts off the whole grain bread slices and flatten them using a rolling pin.
    2. Spread a thin layer of creamy peanut butter over each flattened bread slice.
    3. Place a peeled banana at one end of each bread slice and roll it up tightly.
    4. If desired, drizzle a little honey over the rolled-up banana sushi for added sweetness, and sprinkle with chia seeds for extra crunch.
    5. Use a sharp knife to slice each roll into bite-sized pieces.

    Pack these tasty peanut butter banana sushi rolls into your child's Minions Lunch Box along with its container filled by some carrot sticks & yogurt for dipping.

    These lunch box recipe ideas are not only delicious and kid-friendly but also packed with essential nutrients to keep your little ones energised and satisfied throughout the day.

    With a bit of creativity, preparation and your kid’s favourite character themed lunch boxes from Servewell, you can make lunchtime the best time of their day!

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