by Charlotte Edwardson, Owner, Deep Cove Trading Co. | photos by Janis Jean –
School lunches don’t have to be mundane and repetitive. With a little inspiration, you can transform lunchtime into a delicious, nutritious and exciting part of your child’s day. Here are three quick-to-prepare school lunch ideas that combine taste and fun to keep even the most selective eaters looking forward to their midday meal.
Old Faithful – Ham & Cheese Sandwich
two slices bread
mayo
cheese
lettuce
cucumbers
sliced ham
Serve with GoGoSqueeze Apple Sauce, Made Good Granola Mini bites, trail mix, cut veggies and a Well Juice.
DIY Lunchable
salami
carrot sticks
almonds
strawberries
cheese
hummus
Serve with Bear Yo-Yo’s fruit rolls, dried seaweed and MadeGood mini bites and a Well juice.
*Make it gluten free by using gluten free crackers or pita crackers
Kids Favourite Pasta Salad (serves 1)
1/2 cup uncooked pasta (or 1 cup cooked)
1/4 cup chopped red pepper
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp Brianna’s French Dressing
Serve with Fruit to Go fruit leather, trail mix, some fresh fruit and a bottle of water.
*Pro Tips: cook a little extra pasta for dinner the night before and set aside for lunch the next day. Add some extra protein with some chopped up chicken breast or ham.
