There’s no doubt about it: the school day will still look different this year. But whether your family chooses homeschooling or in-person classes, everyone still needs good, nutritious meals to help power them through a day of learning.
If you’re back to packing your kids’ lunch boxes this year, it really helps to give thought to the many lunch hours ahead. Sure, most days it feels like we’re preparing meals on-loop, cleaning up one kitchen mess only to make way for the next. But I promise you this: having a meal plan for school lunches that you and your partner can refer to throughout the week makes cooking a whole lot easier.
All of these options are kid-friendly and perfect for lunch at home or school—read on for 10 of our favorites.
1. Broccoli Tots
Source: The Natural Nurturer
2. Sandwich on a Stick
Source: Two Peas and Their Pod
3. Vegetable Cream Cheese Tortilla Roll-Up
Source: Peas and Crayons
4. Veggie Mac and Cheese Muffins
Source: Family Food on the Table
5. Mango Chicken Salad
Source: Pinch of Yum
6. Cucumber Sandwich
Source: Neighbor Food Blog
7. Whole Wheat Strawberry-Banana Muffins
Source: Joyful Healthy Eats
8. Cheese Pizza Bites
Source: Kristine’s Kitchen
9. Spinach Hummus Wrap
Source: Love and Lemons
10. Baked Chicken Taquitos
Source: Oh, Sweet Basil
