Back to school lunch ideas

As a peanut-free environment, one has to be creative with their lunch ideas for school. Below are a few suggestions for Mom and the students in your house.

Grain Products

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Bread

Bagels

Buns/rolls

English muffins

Low-fat muffins

Pita bread

Crackers

Cooked pasta/rice

Rice crackers

Soft tortilla shells

Whole-grain cereal

Nut-free granola bars

Kraft dinner

Popcorn

 Vegetables & Fruit

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Fresh fruit

Fruit cups

Applesauce

Dried fruit

Canned fruit

Juice boxes

Vegetable juice

Fresh veggies

Salad

Pickles/olives

 

  

Milk and Milk Products

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Yogurt

Cheese

Cottage cheese

Cheese slices

Cheese strings

Fat-free pudding

  

  

Meat & Alternatives

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Hard-boiled egg

Chicken

Cold-cuts

Leftover pizza

Baked beans

Canned bean

Salad

If your children are picky eaters (like mine are) use small, reusable containers and put different foods in them. That way, they can choose what they want while at school and you will get a good idea of what people like and dislike.

Thermos is excellent for keeping hot things and hot and cold things cold!

Health Canada provides useful information on nutritional requirements and also has a link to get your free copy of the Canada Food Guide. Click here.

Happy Shopping!!