
You know what they say “A person eats with their eyes before they actually eat.” The same is true with our kids! That is why this school year the school lunches will impress plus be absolutely delicious!
Okay, I have a confession to make! I am totally that mom that enjoys visiting my little one during her lunch break!
Hearing all the stories from the kids, the noise of innocence, and the laughter of freedom. The whole thing just brings a smile to my face and seeing her have such a great time just warms this mom’s heart.
The one thing I was not impressed with was the appearance of the school lunch. I know they have a budget, and I know most schools do what they can, but that meat for the taco’s looked more like my dogs wet food.
That is why I am that mom who rarely allows her kids to eat the school lunches except for special days like pizza day or the days they serve ice cream if they had a great week.
However, this can be tricky too. Their are only so many sandwiches your kids can eat and for only so long. That is why it is so important to create new impressing recipes.
Don’t know what to make? No worries I got you covered with this school lunches to impress list to make your life easier.
School Lunch to Impress
Looking to keep lunch interesting for your kiddos? Never fall short with these School Lunch to Impress Ideas!
This Turkey Club Ranch Wrap will take you 5 minutes to throw together. Make it with leftover turkey or deli meat. Either way, this tortilla wrap recipe makes a great lunch box meal for kids and adults alike!
Kick the can and make this healthy recipe for the kids instead! Homemade Spaghetti O’s that are allergy-free, gluten-free, and vegan! A super easy lunch or dinner that’s kid-friendly and mom-approved!
Just what the little picky eaters want! Homemade Gluten-Free + Allergy-Free Uncrustables! A school-friendly, top food allergy-friendly, vegan, and gluten-free version of the packaged “PBJ crustless pocket” sandwich! Make these ahead of time for a quick and easy lunch recipe or snack for the entire school week!
Homemade Gluten-Free + Vegan Goldfish (Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)
othing says childhood more than Goldfish crackers! Now you can make your own Homemade Gluten-Free & Vegan Goldfish that are top 8 allergy-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and secretly protein-packed! A healthy snack recipe mom’s and kids will love!
One of the first things I cooked in my new Air Fryer was roasted chickpeas because they were so much easier than doing them in the oven. So much easier! They take way less time and hold their flavor profile so much better.
Healthy, gluten free apple crumble bars made vegan with dates and coconut oil. These snack or breakfast bars are a wonderful way to celebrate apple season, with a luxe apple date sauce, and rely on the sweetness of seasonal apples to remain low in added sugar – coconut sugar in this case.
Gluten free and vegan buckwheat trail mix cookies made with a mix of whole grain buckwheat and oat flour, mixed seeds, dried fruit, and chocolate. These healthy cookies can be changed up with whatever add-ins you like as long as you stick to the base recipe, and they make a great snack.
Come and get it! These freshly baked mini bacon cheese quiche snacks are creamy on the inside with a crisp buttery outside. Who can resist? Made in mini muffin tins, these individual quiche bites are the perfect party appetizer or good for a snack any-time of the day. They are quick to make using ready-made puff pastry and a few simple ingredients.
Who said kids don’t want to eat their vegetables? Bite-sized veggie pinwheels are a nutrition-packed kids snack or lunchbox hit!
Finally…a snack you can feel good about serving your kids! These homemade fruit roll ups are made with real fruit and fun to make!
Sandwich lollipops put a special spin on the “usual” school lunch! Sponsored by Borden® Cheese.
Sometimes it can be tough to get kids to eat healthy foods! I’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve though, and today I’m sharing a couple of my favorite ways to incorporate more fruits in my girls’ diets
All of my kids love yogurt but I typically just send it the traditional way in their school lunch. Wes and I decided it would be way more fun to use yogurt as a dip instead.
Pita Pockets with Roasted Veggies and Hummus Recipe: Healthy and delicious lunch meal you will look forward to. These vegan rainbow pita pockets are very easy and quick to make and can be eaten warm or cold.
Mini Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are not only adorable but absolutely delicious. Soft textured, beautifully flavored and loaded with chocolate chips, these tiny beauties are the perfect snack. + They are easy to make, HEALTHY and totally guilt-free, made WITHOUT REFINED SUGARS.
Nutty and sweet, No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls are the simple snack that is both satisfying and good for your health. These energy bites are made with ALL NATURAL real ingredients, loaded with powerful superfoods and nutrients. Refined and ADDED SUGAR-FREE, these bites are perfect kids lunchbox snack or energizing post-workout meal.
An easy chicken wrap recipe you can throw together in just 15 minutes for a quick & healthy dinner or lunch. Featuring simple ingredients like shredded chicken, hummus, chopped fresh veggies, a homemade red wine vinaigrette, and crumbled cheese all piled onto a piece of soft & chewy naan bread (Indian flatbread). Fix this on a busy weeknight or prep it for the week ahead for grab & go meals.
Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels are the ultimate party appetizers that you can put together in less than 20 minutes. Loaded with bacon, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and ranch, these crack chicken pinwheels are packed with flavor, and guaranteed to be your favorite appetizer.
Your kids will beg you to make your version of this Chex™ Mix recipe every week. Your version as you can mix it up with your family favorite combination of cereal, nuts, and pretzels. The combinations are endless. Nothing beats making Chex™ Mix at home it is so delicious you will never buy it pre-made again.
Easy 5-minute flatbread pizza that your kids will love! This pizza makes a wonderful summer meal when you don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen.
EASY to make zucchini tots recipe that your family is going to love – even your picky toddler! These healthy nuggets are ready in less than 20 minutes total and are 136 calories a serving. Low carb and keto recipe!
Back to School Lunch Box idea or a quick grab a meal. Ready in just a few minutes this chicken Veggie Wrap is a healthy alternative to any store bought wraps.
Do you always run out of ideas for Lunch / Dinner? Here is a quick and easy recipe the whole family loves – Easy Chicken Wrap.
Confetti Tuna Salad is creamy, zippy and crunchy. It’s a fun twist on a classic tuna salad with a zing from lime juice and red onion, a bite from fresh veggies and freshness from parsley. All the protein and vitamins you need to get you through your day!
Raw Kale Pesto Pasta is a fresh and healthy dinner that comes together very quickly. It is delicious and will satisfy everyone in your house. Skip that oven tonight, and make a good for you dinner in a flash!
These Bacon and Onion Tarts are not dissimilar to a mini quiche. They’re simple to make, and utterly delicious. Best of all, you can cook them prior to your guests’ arrival and reheat just before serving. I do love something you can prepare in advance!
Do you ever have one of those nights where you want just want everyone to sit at the table and happily eat dinner, no complaining? This Instant pot Vegetable Chow mein recipe is my go-to recipe for that night. When I make these noodles everyone gobbles them up. They are so easy to make in this instant pot!
How fun are these Vegetarian Quesadilla with Broccoli and Corn? Broccoli, Corn and Cheese are a match made in heaven and putting them in a quesadilla makes it an enticing option for the kids. My kids love the flavor and always ask for more when they are presented with this option.
Savory hand pies are amazingly convenient on-to-go food. They’re quick, delicious, portable, and super versatile!
These homemade paleo pretzel dogs are a must for every kiddo! The perfect paleo hot dog bun substitute that makes the perfect quick snack or on the go meal.
These nut-free no-bake apple oat energy bites taste like apple pie but are loaded with nutrients and contain no added sugar! Make up a batch ahead of time for a quick and easy snack on the go! {nut-free, gluten-free & vegan}
These Chicken Avocado Poppers are a fun way to incorporate some extra protein and healthy fats into meal and snack times. Make up a batch in advance for a quick bite to eat on the go! {Gluten-free & paleo}
School Lunches to Impress Helpers

- Stackable Lunch Thermos
- Lunch Box
- Easy Pack Lunch Pack
- 2 Count Kids Water Bottle
- Reusable Sandwich Bags
- Ice Packs
Don’t miss all the back to school fun with Back to School Readiness Series! A series set up to help reduce stress this school year and for school years to come.

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