30 Healthy and Easy Packed Lunch Ideas for Kids

Our lunchbox pasta salad with chicken is super easy to make. And contains two portions of vegetables, sweet and tasty sweetcorn kernels and crunchy cucumber, which all count towards the 5-a-day goal!

Looking for a Korean rice ball recipe? You are sure to love these Korean rice balls made with seaweed!

Pop them in your mouth for a quick afternoon snack, or you can even make them as an appetiser for a party.

As the school summer holidays come to an end, here in Australia, my focus is switching from lazy days at the beach to filling my freezer with lunchbox friendly goodies. These Savoury Muffins are my newest recipe and perfect for the lunchbox. Packed with four different vegetables they are easy to adapt. Use the same base recipe but customise you own vegetable muffins to suit your child's taste.

If you're a sushi enthusiast, or just after something a bit different, then this recipe for chicken rice balls is an absolute must-try.

These delectable creations not only push the boundaries of traditional sushi but also serve as a delightful and satisfying snack on their own.

Bursting with flavors and conveniently shaped, these chicken rice balls have the power to transform an ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary adventure.

Easy to prepare with only five ingredients, these delicious Apricot Balls are a great portable treat.

These are the most amazing vegan zucchini and corn fritters you’ll ever have. Crispy and delicious, they’re perfect as a side to a nice fresh salad, or dipped into your favorite dip! If you’re craving some good vegan fried food, then look no further.

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A fun twist on a Japanese classic, these sushi balls are simple to make and delicious too!  Great as an appetizer, lunch or snack. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these perfect bite-sized treats.  Let us show you how!

This Pav Bhaji is the perfect Indian inspired street food, but it has a healthy and nutritional twist that is insanely good. Munching on this Indian spiced vegetarian sloppy joe style sandwich will keep the entire family happy and makes for an easy dinner idea. 

Naturally sweet, loaded with energy, these vegan chocolate peanut butter energy balls are delicious, healthy and perfect for an after-school snack, or whenever you’re needing a bit of a “pick-me-up” to your day. They are the perfect grab and go treat for any busy family.

Sweet Potato Patties – mildly spiced and slightly sweet patties with crispy outer and soft melt-in-mouth texture inside is an oh-so-delicious and kid-friendly healthy dish made with mashed sweet potato, peanuts and few spices. Vegan patties make a great dish to pack in a kid's lunch box or as a burger patty. 

Watch out chicken nuggets; there's a better game in town! Tofu nuggets are a party in your mouth. Air-fried or baked, these bite-sized nuggets are a perfect entree or snack. They are so easy to make and even easier to eat! The kids LOVE this tofu nuggets recipe! And wait until is taste the sauce!

Banana Mini Muffins are fluffy, moist, adorable and delicious! Also, these muffins are made with healthier ingredients.

Need a quick, delicious, and healthy lunch? Try this Avocado Tuna Sandwich! This sandwich is packed with protein, laced with crunchy cucumbers and tangy red onion, and has the perfect creamy texture thanks to an avocado!

These healthy blackberry muffins use oat flour (ground oats) as the base making them fluffy, juicy and gluten-free. You can use fresh seasonal blackberries or frozen blackberries. They are easy and quick to make, perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack or to pack along!

These cinnamon oatmeal granola bars are soft and sweet. You only need 5 ingredients to make these simple bars no bake bars in minutes! Healthy, yet you won't realize it because they taste like a cinnamon roll!

These keto chicken tenders have a flavorful crispy outer coating and are juicy and savory inside. This is the perfect fun gluten-free and AIP recipe to enjoy with the whole family!

These fun and colorful rainbow fruit kebabs and easy to make and perfect for an adorable appetizer, snack, or edible craft.

These vegan rice paper rolls are filled with fresh vegetables and paired with a savory peanut dipping sauce.

These Bakery Style Gluten-Free Vanilla Muffins are the ultimate moist and fluffy vegan muffins. They are made with healthy simple ingredients and have the richest vanilla flavor ever! This vanilla muffin recipe is great for a quick and easy dessert or breakfast for vegans and non-vegans alike (nobody will even know they're vegan or healthy!).

Protein Snack Packs filled with hard-boiled eggs, almonds, hummus, and crunchy veggies. An easy and delicious lunchtime meal-prep solution perfect for any protein lover, these fantastic little protein snack packs are perfect for school lunches, post-workout snacks, or picnics in the park.

A twist on an old favourite! Vegan Mac & Cheese Bites are quick and easy to make in a muffin pan and make a great portable snack. Perfect for light lunches, packed lunches, or after-school snacking!

Let me introduce you to the most delicious classroom-friendly, no-nut trail mix for kids! This quick and easy recipe is made with simple ingredients and takes just two minutes to make.

Make the ultimate noodle dish for dinner and become a hero in your own home! This bulgogi udon stir-fry is packed with chewy udon noodles, sweet and savory ribeye, and fresh crisp vegetables. It’s an explosion of textures in your mouth and your tummy will thank you for it!

These healthy banana date oat muffins will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Made with oatmeal, banana, dates, cinnamon and some brown sugar for sweetness, these muffins are hearty and delicious with every bite.

Creamy vegetable cream cheese rollups are packed full of delicious herbs, cheese and vegetables all rolled up in a tortilla. These yummy bites are full of creamy ranch flavor and are perfect for a party appetizer or for an easy cold lunch.

A healthy meal, these Chicken Zucchini Poppers are easy to make, but the best part is the creamy cilantro sauce! Ground chicken and shredded zucchini combine into small patties and are pan-fried while you whip up the easy cilantro dip. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a low carb meal or snack that’s high in protein!

With this recipe your little one can actually eat a rainbow! It’s super easy and fun lunch for kids to make too. This healthy rainbow sandwiches recipe is an easy way to encourage your toddlers to eat vegetables.

We all know that kids love their food to be colourful and fun. So, what better way to make a healthier lunch than a rainbow sandwich?

Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a light, crispy, and healthy snack that work perfectly as an appetizer or impressive side dish. This air fried zucchini is simple, with only 4 ingredients required! Serve with your favorite sauce or season it to your preference; this versatile zucchini fries recipe is so easy to make your own!

Back-to-school means back-to-school lunches, and these easy sheet-pan omelet roll-ups are a fun, delicious and very versatile option for the whole family to enjoy. Simply bake a large, thin omelet, add your favorite toppings, roll it up and slice it into servings, then pack up for an on-the-go meal or as a new way to eat eggs for breakfast during the week.