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Struggling to find school lunch ideas? Some days, inspiration can be lacking when it comes to the packing of school (or work) lunches. Here is my master list of ideas to help with packing healthy and budget friendly lunches that will actually get eaten. The list is a work-in-progress and will be updated as I add new items and upload recipes.
Savoury items
Sandwiches
Rolls
Wraps
Pita pockets
Scrolls
Pinwheels
Muffins
Scones
Quiche & Savoury Slices
Fritters / savoury pikelets
Sausage Rolls
Pasties
Chicken Nuggets/Tenders/Wings/Drumsticks
Mini pizzas
Sushi
Meatballs
Salads
Sweet Items
Cakes
Biscuits
Muffins
Slices
Custard
Bliss balls
Scrolls
Chia Pudding
Pancakes / Pikelets
General Items
- Fruit
- Fruit salad
- Jelly
- Yoghurt
- Pretzels
- Dip and crackers
- Dip and veggie sticks
- Veggie sticks
- Popcorn
- Dried fruit
- Nuts & seeds (if allowed at school)
- Cheese
- Cheerios / cocktail frankfurts
- Corn chips
- Rice Crackers
- Hard-boiled eggs
Leftovers are another item my kids enjoy taking to school, and a warm, filling lunch is especially welcome during the winter months. Investing in some containers such as these Thermos Funtainers will allow for you to pack a wider range of foods, such as my Baked Chicken and Rice, Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta, or Clear-the-Fridge Fried Rice.
