Why These 13 Toddler Lunch Recipes Are a Must-Try for Busy Parents
Tired of battling with picky eaters and struggling to find healthy lunch options for your toddlers? Look no further! These 13 toddler lunch recipes are an absolute must-try for busy parents. With their delicious flavors and nutritious ingredients, they are guaranteed to win over even the fussiest little eaters. Say goodbye to mealtime stress and hello to happy, well-fed kids.
Pepperoni Pizza Quesadilla
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This pepperoni pizza quesadilla is so easy to make, and kids love it! You could also serve with a side of greek yogurt dip for an extra protein boost! It’s easy to customize for what your kids love.
Tomato Pumpkin Pasta
This pasta is baby and toddler-friendly, loaded with veggies kids love!
Cheddar and Spinach Muffins
These Cheddar and Spinach Muffins make delicious savory baked goods that can be served as an appetizer or enjoyed as a snack. These savory cheese and vegetable muffins are also a great lunchbox meal idea for your kids, packed with hidden veggies!
Baked Chicken Nuggets
Baked chicken nuggets are always a favorite! Add your favorite dipping sauce, and your toddler will be a happy kiddo!
Pizza Scrolls
These soft and fluffy pizza scrolls are filled with cheese, ham, and veggies and are freezer friendly too.
Kid Friendly Instant Pot Dinners
Looking for an easy kid approved dinner? Check out these Instant Pot Dinners that even the pickiest eaters will love.
Tuna Pinwheels
These veg-packed tuna pinwheels, perfect for school lunchboxes! They’re made with canned tuna, canned chickpeas, cucumber, peppers, tomatoes, and cream cheese, all rolled up in a tasty tortilla wrap and cut into bite-size slices.
Pitta Pizzas
A fun and colourful way to serve a variety of veggies. Kids can get creative and make their own
Tomato and Basil Quinoa Balls
A great finger food perfect for lunchboxes or picnics. Freezer friendly so can prep ahead
Cucumber Sandwiches with Cream Cheese
Simple to make and perfect for packed lunches, these cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches are always well-loved from toddlers to seniors!
Greek Yogurt Pasta
Greek yogurt pasta with garlic is ready in under 15 minutes. It’s sure to please the pickiest eaters!
Easy Bento Box Ideas
Looking for more Bento box lunch ideas? Check out these popular toddler approved bento box lunches.
Mini Salmon Cakes
These mini salmon cakes are the perfect little bites to eat! They’re packed with protein and healthy fats, and are fun to dip too!
Cucumber Zucchini Poppers
A great way to get in protein and some veggies with these chicken zucchini poppers! Serve with the dipping sauce or just with ketchup.
Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Cheeseburger Egg Rolls combine two of the most popular comfort foods to make a deliciously crunchy and cheesy appetizer or scrumptious snack. You could even have it as a meal with a side of rice or noodles.
Corn Dog Nuggets
Kids love cute little bite sized foods that they can dip in ketchup. The corn dog nuggets are fun for all ages.
Pretzel Dogs
These buttery, salty, and warm pretzel dogs are the perfect, kid-friendly lunch item that’s so easy to make (and a super fun project for the kiddos to help with). Bake them, freeze them individually, and you have a quick grab-n-go lunch that can be eaten at home or in a packed lunch!
Instant Pot Hamburger Helper
Make this budget-friendly Instant Pot Hamburger Helper in under 30 minutes. It’s loaded with pantry staples aka hamburger meat, Italian seasoning, and cheese for an affordable meal the whole family will love.
Meatball Pita Pockets
These 5 ingredient Meatballs Pita Pockets, made with pantry staples, are the perfect easy back to school eat, family dinner, appetizer, or snack.
