What: If you need some inspiration on packing lunches, here are 10 healthy, affordable ALDI lunch box ideas that kids will love.
Getting bored of lunch boxes?
Telltale signs include kids dramatically declaring, “I have nothing to pack!” (when in fact there is something to pack) or coming home from school with half-eaten (or worse, uneaten) lunches.
If you need inspiration and want to save loads of money by buying everything at ALDI, here are 10 ideas: There are a few things to remember.
I bought these ingredients at ALDI, but you can of course buy them at other stores. These are just ideas to get you started. Pack the foods and portions that work best for your child. If you would like more information on the lunch boxes and equipment featured here, you will find the lunch box and equipment details below.
10 ALDI Lunchbox Ideas
Ham and Cheese Pinwheel
Crescent roll, deli ham lunch meat & Swiss cheese, snap peas, blueberries
Hummus Box
Hummus, pita crackers, cucumber, carrots, grapes, chocolate chips in the middle for dessert
Meatballs
Frozen meatballs (vegetarian or not, in a leak-proof container with BBQ sauce or your favorite dip) Bread (butter, nut butter, seed butter, or cream cheese) Cucumbers Pineapple and strawberries
Yogurt with toppings
Vanilla yogurt (Greek yogurt has more protein than regular yogurt) Granola Strawberries Boiled eggs Protein waffles
PBJ “Sushi”
Cut off the crusts of the bread. Flatten it with a rolling pin. Spread with peanut butter and jam. Roll it up and cut it into pieces.
Bread Peanut butter Jelly or jam Mini peppers Freeze-dried apples
Light lunch
Woven whole wheat crackers Deli meat spread Cheese wedges Broccoli (fill a leak-proof container with dip) Clementines
Brioche Sandwich
Oatmeal with toppings
Quick oats (packed in a thermos) Walnuts Strawberries and blueberries Boiled eggs
Homemade pizza rolls
I used a pepperoni roll recipe, substituting refrigerated pizza dough and dividing it into 8 equal portions.
Refrigerated pizza dough Pepperoni Mozzarella cheese slices Pizza sauce for dipping Snap peas and carrots Strawberries
Pesto Tortellini
Tortellini, bottled pesto sauce, baby carrots (with dip), apples
Lunch Boxes and Packing Supplies
EasyLunchboxes Lunch Boxes
These are my everyday bento boxes. They come in a set of four with colorful lids.
EasyLunchboxes Snack Boxes
Perfect for packing small amounts. Set of 4.
Lunchbot Trio
Made of stainless steel, it is simple and durable.Available in a variety of sizes.
Planet Box Rover
A luxurious lunch box with two leak-proof containers.
Planet Box Shuttle
Perfect for a snack or a quick lunch. Comes with one leak-proof container.
Silicone Baking Cups
Perfect for small lunches and bento boxes.
Thermos Brand Thermos
Holds 10 ounces of food and keeps it warm for 5 hours.
ALDI Lunch Box Ideas Questions
What if this isn’t enough food to feed your child?
Please pack the portions that are right for your child. These photos are for ideas and inspiration only, not portion guidelines. Every child is different and you know your child best.
What if I don’t have an ALDI?
You can find similar products at other grocery stores.
How can I get my kids to pack their own lunches?
We’ve put together a free email series to help you make that happen: a 5-day plan that teaches your kids to pack their own lunch independently and gives you some free time. Tap here to get our free email series, “How to Teach Your Kids to Pack Their Own Lunch.”
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