15 Back To School LunchBox Recipes
Say goodbye to boring lunches and hello to exciting, kid-approved meals with these 15 back to school lunchbox recipes! Perfect for busy mornings and picky eaters, these ideas make packing lunch easier, healthier, and way more fun.
From creative wraps and bento box favorites to protein-packed mains and tasty snacks, every recipe is designed to keep kids full, focused, and happy all school day long.
These lunches are quick to prep, easy to pack, and full of flavor—making them a win for parents and kids alike. Whether you’re prepping for kindergarten or high school, these lunchbox-friendly meals will help you start the school year strong, one delicious bite at a time!
1
Harissa Chickpea Smash Sandwich
This Harissa Chickpea Smash Sandwich is a great option for a nutritious and satisfying lunch. You can prepare it in 10 minutes!
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2
Mediterranean Pinwheels
Grab your favorite wrap and fill with hummus, tzatziki, fresh veggies and some dill all rolled up for delicious Mediterranean Pinwheels!
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3
Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls) – Cooking Gorgeous
Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls) are a delicious appetizer/snack made with yufka, filled with feta cheese, and then fried for extra crispness.
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4
Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Melt-in-your-mouth delicate vegan lemon crinkle cookies. This addictive, dainty, chewy vegan lemon cookie is one of my favorite cookies.
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5
Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups – Simply Made Eats
These Turkey and Cheese Rolls Ups are the perfect school lunch, snack or appetizer idea. Just 5 Minutes to prep!
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6
Banana Carrot Muffins with Yogurt – Easy Recipe – Chenée Today
Simple banana carrot muffins with yogurt are the best ever carrot banana muffins you’ll have! Also you can make banana carrot muffins vegan!
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7
Back to School Lunch Box Pinwheel Ideas
This Back to School Lunch Box Pinwheel Ideas post includes 3 different wrap recipes featuring my new favorite kids lunch container!
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8
Pumpkin Granola Bars
Snack on pumpkin pie year round with these gluten free pumpkin granola bars. These bars make a great breakfast bar or lunchbox snack.
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9
Best Oatmeal Muffins – I Heart Eating
Best oatmeal muffins! These maple brown sugar oatmeal muffins are a healthy, hearty, delicious portable breakfast recipe.
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10
Cream Cheese Veggie Pinwheels
These vegan cream cheese pinwheels are the perfect addition to any back to school lunch box or breakfast table. The cream cheese gives it a creamy, rich texture that perfectly complements the crunchy vegetables. If
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11
California Club Croissant Sandwich
California Club Croissant Sandwich recipe is an easy croissant sandwich recipe with 2 types of cheese and 3 lunch meats in one sandwich!
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12
1-Bowl Easy Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins Recipe
These healthy carrot cake muffins are fluffy, moist, and flavorful with warm spices – they’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacks. And they’re easy to make in 1 bowl and just 30 minutes!
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13
Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
Buffalo chicken pinwheels are a spicy twist on a classic appetizer. This buffalo chicken pinwheels recipe is easy to make and easy to eat!
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14
Homemade Uncrustables (Perfect for the Freezer)
Homemade Uncrustables Recipe- make your own frozen Uncrustables for easy healthy lunches the kids will love! Perfect for school lunches!
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Healthy Tuna Salad Meal Prep 15 minutes! | Get Inspired Everyday!
This Healthy Tuna Salad Meal Prep is made with mayo or Greek yogurt, & it’s great with spinach & apple! It’s paleo, gluten-free & dairy free.
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