Homemade Lunchables (healthy!) | School Lunch Idea by MOMables

sliced cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: string cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sliced deli meat

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey breast is leaner and often less expensive.

hummus

🥗Healthier: avocado dip

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Avocado dip is healthier, while cream cheese is more budget-friendly.

grapes

🥗Healthier: sliced strawberries

💰Cheaper: bananas

Sliced strawberries are lower in sugar, and bananas are often cheaper.

Introduce the healthy homemade Lunchable concept.

Mention that the Lunchable can be made with turkey, ham, or any other deli meat.

Slice a block of cheese into pieces to pack with the Lunchable.

Pack strawberries and blueberries as the fruit component.

Emphasize keeping wet ingredients (fruit) separate from turkey and cheese to maintain freshness.

Pack crackers in a separate compartment to prevent moisture absorption.

Cover the lunch tightly with a lid and place it in the refrigerator.

In the morning, take the packed lunch along with an ice pack and a drink.

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens