#Healthy Kitchen Hacks -Back to School Lunch Edition:
*Dietitian’s Favorite Lunch Boxes* *Clever Way to Pack Apple Slices* *Cool Lunch Cracker Stackers* *How To Slice Watermelon for Packing* *How To Safely Pack Hot Lunches*
Whether you’ve already been into the school lunch routine for a few weeks or are dreading getting ready to get back into the habit next week (like this mom), these hacks aim to help take the drudge out of packing that lunch day after day.
(And if you have any tips/hacks that work for you, PLEASE share in the comments below – we can never get enough help in this department – ha!)
1) Dietitian’s Favorite Lunch Boxes For Kids
via Sally @Real Mom Nutrition
When Sally speaks/posts, I listen/read because she always has down-to-earth advice and tips on feeding kids via her relatable (which means sometimes humorous or frustrating or successful or often all of the above) experiences feeding her two boys. Here’s her top picks on best lunch boxes for little and big kids that make packing a healthy – and one that will get eaten – lunch easier.
2) A Clever Way to Pack Apple Slices
via Katie @Mom’s Kitchen Handbook
Some of my favorite hacks are the most basic like this tip from Katie on How to Pack Apple Slices for Lunch using a common household item.
3) Make Cracker Stackers for a Cool School Lunch
Last week, Serena shared her favorite less mess, super quick, go-to school lunch to pack: Crackers Stackers! She shares tips on choosing a healthy cracker and “stacking” combinations. You and your kids can get creative on what to pack – this is one lunch they won’t say is boring.
4) How To Pack Watermelon For School Lunch Boxes
via Sarah @A Thrifty Mom
This handy hack is a fun way to serve watermelon at picnics and so I figured it was also a convenient and space-saving way to pack watermelon for school lunch. Sarah shows step-by-step photos on how to cut watermelon sticks for little hands.
5) How To Safely Pack Hot Lunches (That Stay Hot!)
via Laura @MOMables
In the past, I’ve struggled with keeping that mac n’ cheese warm enough (and at a safe temperature) for my daughter’s packed lunch. Laura has a comprehensive post on which thermoses work best to keep packed lunch hot and safe to eat.
Is it a bit sad that I’m down right giddy about how these hacks will help expand the packed lunch possibilities for the upcoming school year in my household? (In my mind at least – we’ll see what dear daughter thinks.)
Would you try any of these hacks? Do you have healthy kitchen or healthy living shortcuts to share? Shoot us an email (ddaly@teaspooncomm.com or sball@teaspooncomm.com ) or share below and we’ll try them out.
Beautiful new site!!! Thanks so much for including my lunch box post in this roundup.
Aww – thanks much, Sally! And thanks for the hack ‘share’ too (also loving your new What We Ate Wednesday series – keeping it real as always 🙂
Deanna Segrave-Daly recently posted..Healthy Kitchen Hacks #22 – Back to School Lunch Edition
I always love your kitchen hacks and goodness knows we all need a boost this time of year. Thanks for including my lunch box apple tip! Love the new logo!
Katie recently posted..ASIAN NOODLES WITH NOT-SO-SPICY PEANUT SAUCE (And an Invitation)
Thanks so much Katie! Looking forward to seeing you in VT next week 🙂
Deanna Segrave-Daly recently posted..Healthy Kitchen Hacks #22 – Back to School Lunch Edition
while these are cool ideas for kids and since i dont have one, i am going to try some for myself 🙂
Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health recently posted..Hummus Wrap
Definitely applicable to kids and adults – heck, I want one of those bento boxes and I did a cracker stacker thing for my own lunch the other day 🙂
Deanna Segrave-Daly recently posted..Healthy Kitchen Hacks #22 – Back to School Lunch Edition
I’ll definitely look at the lunchbox ideas. Not just for my kids but for me too!
Corina recently posted..Cook Once Eat Twice: Beef and Tomato Bake
I was saying before that I should have titled this for both kids and adults – I want a bento box!
Love your new site! That watermelon trick is fantastic- I’m going to try it on other melons after coring them.
Lauren @ Eating with a Purpose recently posted..Oatmeal Lunchbox Cookies
Thanks much Lauren and love the idea of trying the watermelon trick on other melons 🙂
Some great ideas, even for this adult (me!) to bring to grad school and work! Love the popularity of bento boxes these days! And the site looks gorgeous!!!
Chelsey recently posted..Protein Packed Healthy Baked Ziti + Giveaway
I should have titled this “Back To School and Back to Work Lunch” edition – definitely adult friendly too 🙂 And thanks for your kind words about the new site – it was quite the process but we are thrilled it’s finally live.
Oooh! I love the new look! So fresh and happy! These are great tips as always!
Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Allergy Friendly Eats recently posted..Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes.
Thanks so much Kelly – really appreciate it (and fresh & happy is definitely the vibe we want 🙂 And thanks for the Healthy Kitchen Hacks love too!
Love this list of tricks! I’m always looking for new ideas for my oldest, who is a commuter college student. You’re eight, these ideas ate great for adults too. 🙂
Marie recently posted..Caprese Bites with Balsamic Drizzle
Thanks much Marie – I think these tips work on students of any age and their parents, too 🙂
Deanna Segrave-Daly recently posted..Healthy Kitchen Hacks #22 – Back to School Lunch Edition
I need to try the melon cutting hack for sure, my kids LOVE watermelon! Thanks for sharing!
p.s. Your new site design looks great! 🙂
Kalee recently posted..Creamy {30 minute} Mushroom Pepper Pasta
Thanks Kalee – my daughter is a watermelon lover too 🙂 And thanks for the “p.s.” 🙂
I friggin’ LOVE that LUNCH BOX!!!!
GiGi Eats recently posted..Taiwan Kitchen Takeover
I know – I want a bento box myself stat!
Packing school lunches is now my reality (I still can’t believe it!) so I’m all about these hacks! I’ll definitely be putting the apple and watermelon tricks to use soon!!
Welcome to the lunch packing world – thank goodness for Pinterest and creative bloggers 🙂
Deanna Segrave-Daly recently posted..4-Ingredient Lemon Chickpeas + 4 Yummy Ways to Eat Them