As parents, it is really frustrating to spend lots of time preparing school lunches, only to have them merely picked at, thrown away, or traded for some highly processed food-like substance.
It is also difficult to think of new lunch ideas that are both healthy and appealing to kids, but I am here to help you think outside of the box.
Well, first I am actually going to help you think in terms of a Bento box. Bento boxes offer variety and portion control, and they are also really simple to fill.  These 28 Easy Peasy Bento Box Lunch Ideas may provide a little inspiration, and if those aren’t enough, here are 32 more ideas!
My next tip is to think beyond sandwiches. Â Pasta salads, turkey rolls-ups, and mini pizzas are much more exciting, and they are every bit as easy to prepare. Â In fact, you can make many of the following recipes in large batches, so they will last all week long.
Turkey, Hummus, & Avocado Roll-Ups
Gluten Free Italian Pasta Salad
As the weather gets cooler (and I am certainly ready for that), why not utilize a thermos to pack some hot comforting meals? Â These recipes are also no fuss because you can make them using a crock pot or slow cooker.
By the way, leftovers from the night before also make for easy thermos lunches the next day.
Pesto Chicken Veggie Meatballs
Ravioli (This recipe even shows you how to get your children involved in the cooking process!)
Sloppy Joe’s (Just pack the bun on the side.)
These lunches are convenient, appetizing, creative, and a sure fire way to help any child power through until the end of the school day!
