Nut-Free Kids Lunch Ideas for School

Full of protein, fruits and vegetables, these nut-allergy- and kid-friendly meals are perfect for school lunches.
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Build-Your-Own Chicken Tacos

Start to finish: 40 mins
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This kid-friendly recipe keeps every element of tacos separate so your child can decide to eat them separately or have fun building their own mini tacos with their favorite toppings. Plus, it's perfect for packing into a bento box for a healthy lunch for school.

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Silly-Face Veggie Sandwich

Start to finish: 10 mins
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Get your kids excited to eat their veggies with this fun veggie-face sandwich. Let them create the face themselves, and they may be even more inclined to eat it.

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Ham Pinwheels

Start to finish: 5 mins
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Ready in just 5 minutes, this cute ham-and-cheese appetizer or snack is as much fun to make as it is to eat. Top with your favorite fresh herb, such as dill or basil, for a pretty presentation.

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Cream Cheese & Veggie Roll-Up

Start to finish: 10 mins
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With sliced vegetables, a whole-wheat tortilla and baby spinach, these roll-ups make the perfect healthy lunch for your kids to take to school.

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Pizza Roll-Up Bento Lunch

Start to finish: 15 mins
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This easy pizza-inspired roll-up is a kid-pleaser. Make crunchy vegetables more appealing by selecting colorful varieties like orange and purple cauliflower--and don't forget the dip! Keep 'em smiling with watermelon cut into fun shapes with cookie cutters.

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No-Bake Macaroni & Cheese

Start to finish: 25 mins
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Not only is this ultra-creamy version of mac-and-cheese nearly as fast as the boxed variety, but your family will be able to pronounce every ingredient. If they aren't broccoli fans, substitute a frozen vegetable of your choice.

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Ravioli & Vegetable Soup

Start to finish: 25 mins
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Fresh or frozen ravioli cook in minutes and turn this light vegetable soup into a main course. Look for whole-wheat or whole-grain ravioli in the refrigerated or frozen section of the supermarket. Tortellini can be used instead of ravioli as well. Recipe by Nancy Baggett for EatingWell.

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Strawberry & Cream Cheese Sandwich

Start to finish: 5 mins
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Sliced strawberries and reduced-fat cream cheese come together in a sandwich for this quick and healthy lunchbox treat.

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Turkey Apple Cheddar Sandwich

Start to finish: 5 mins
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It only takes 5 minutes to make this healthy sandwich with whole-wheat bread and the classic combination of Cheddar cheese and apples that your kids will love.

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Tuna Salad Sandwich with Sweet Relish

Start to finish: 10 mins
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This sweet twist on a classic tuna-salad sandwich is a healthy high-protein lunch that even your kids will love.

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Turkey BLT Wraps

Start to finish: 5 mins
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This delicious kid-friendly twist on a classic BLT includes turkey. The extra protein makes a filling, healthy lunch to pack up for school or work.

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Clean-Eating Bento Box Lunch

Start to finish: 10 mins
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Who says bento boxes are just for kids? This healthy bento-style lunch--loaded with clean, satisfying foods--is perfect to pack for work.

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Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl

Start to finish: 30 mins
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This chipotle-flavored burrito bowl recipe is even better than takeout and just as fast. Loading it with vegetables and using quinoa in place of rice adds nutrition for a healthy dinner.

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Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait

Start to finish: 10 mins
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This healthy yogurt parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go.

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Mini Cucumber Caterpillars

Start to finish: 20 mins
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Kids will love eating their veggies when you turn mini cucumbers into fun caterpillar treats ready for dunking in their favorite dip!

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