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10 Lunch Ideas for Picky Eaters (and Their Parents)

Are your kids tired of eating PBJ for lunch?  Are YOU tired of eating PBJ for lunch???  Maybe it’s time to switch things up.  Here are 10 fast, easy lunch ideas for picky eaters that I always know will be a hit at my house.  I hope your family enjoys them too!

kids healthy lunches for picky eaters

1) Black Bean Quesadillas + Carrots (I make my quesadillas with one white tortilla and one whole wheat tortilla to add more nutrients without changing the flavor much)

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

2) Oatmeal (regular or Overnight Steel Cut Oats) + Sliced Apples and Peanut Butter

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

3) Crackers and Cheese + Grapes

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

4) Cottage Cheese with Pineapple Tidbits + Toast

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

5) Bagels & Cream Cheese + Smoothie (Creamy Blueberry or Mango Orange work great)

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

6) Veggies and Pita Chips with Hummus

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

7) Yogurt and Granola + Sliced Pear

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

8) Bagels + Ants on a Log (celery with nut butter or cream cheese, topped with raisins)

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

9) Scrambled Eggs + Toast + Berries

 

kids lunch for picky eaters

10) Leftovers!!! (My personal favorite.  My kids especially like Chicken Broccoli Parmesan, or Italian Orzo Chicken Soup.)


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