Healthy Vegan Back to School Lunchbox
A collection of delightful vegan lunchbox ideas perfect for kids, packed with nutrition and exciting flavors.
Ingredients
Rainbow Veggie Wraps
- 4 pieces Whole grain tortillas
- 1 cup Hummus
- 2 cups Assorted colorful vegetables (carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and spinach) Chopped
- 1 piece Sliced avocado
Quinoa Salad Jars
- 2 cups Cooked quinoa
- 1 can Black beans Rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Corn Fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup Chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime dressing Keep separate until serving
Fruit and Nut Energy Balls
- 1 cup Medjool dates Pitted
- 1 cup Oats Rolled
- 1/2 cup Almonds Chopped
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 pinch Salt
Savory Chickpea Salad Sandwich
- 1 cup Mashed chickpeas
- 1/4 cup Vegan mayo or mashed avocado
- 1/2 cup Diced celery
- 1/4 cup Pickles Diced
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
Vegan Sushi Rolls
- 1 cup Sushi rice Cooked
- 4 sheets Nori sheets
- 1 cup Cucumber, avocado, and carrots Julienned
Instructions
Rainbow Veggie Wraps
- Spread a generous layer of hummus on the tortilla.
- Layer on the vegetables and avocado.
- Roll tightly and slice into bite-sized pieces for easier handling.
Quinoa Salad Jars
- Layer ingredients in a jar, starting with quinoa, then black beans, tomatoes, corn, and cilantro.
- Add lime juice dressing at the top by keeping it separate until ready to eat. Just shake it up when it’s lunchtime!
Fruit and Nut Energy Balls
- Blend all ingredients until they form a sticky mixture.
- Roll into energy balls and refrigerate.
Savory Chickpea Salad Sandwich
- Combine the mashed chickpeas with mayo, celery, and pickles.
- Spread on bread and serve as a sandwich or scoop it into whole-grain crackers.
Vegan Sushi Rolls
- Cook sushi rice and let it cool.
- Lay it on a nori sheet, add veggies, and roll tightly.
- Cut into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
Notes
Make ahead, keep it fresh with ice packs, and involve your kids in preparation.