Back to School Packed Lunches – Simple, Healthy & Fun
- Creative Kitchen Team
- Feb 23
- 2 min read
The start of a new school term always feels like a fresh start, new shoes, new routines… and the return of packed lunch planning! If you’re anything like us, it can sometimes feel tricky to keep coming up with healthy ideas that your child will actually eat. Variety is the hardest part, we all fall into the sandwich trap, and while sandwiches are quick and easy, they don’t always have to be the star of the lunchbox.
The main part of your child’s lunch could be as simple as a savoury muffin, a little tub of pasta, or even a slice of homemade frittata. By mixing things up from time to time, you’ll keep lunchboxes interesting without needing endless new recipes.
Packed lunches are also a brilliant way for children to practice real-life cooking skills. Even the simplest jobs give them independence and pride in what they’ve made. Depending on their age, children can:
● Chop softer foods like cucumber, strawberries or cheese with a child-safe knife.
● Grate vegetables or cheese for pasta pots, muffins or wraps.
● Mix and stir fillings like tuna mayo or egg.
● Spoon and scoop fruit, yoghurt or dips into little pots.
● Pack and organise their lunchbox, deciding which items go where.
These little tasks don’t just make them more helpful at home, they also build fine motor skills, coordination and a sense of responsibility. Plus, children are often more enthusiastic about eating lunch when they’ve had a hand in making it.
Here’s a simple recipe to try together this week:
For even more inspiration, check out our Lunchbox Recipe Pack – packed with simple, child-friendly recipes to keep lunchboxes fun, healthy and stress-free.
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