Are you running out of ideas for what to pack in your kid's lunch box? Don't worry, I've got you covered! I've put together a list of 100 lunch ideas that include a variety of main courses, fruits, veggies, and snacks. Variety is key, and with these fun and tasty options, your kids will look forward to lunchtime every day. Let's make packing lunches easier and more exciting for both you and your little ones!

These lunch ideas are perfect for busy parents who want to keep things fresh, nutritious, and appealing for their kids. From classic favorites to creative twists, each suggestion ensures a balanced meal that covers all the bases—protein, healthy carbs, and plenty of vitamins from fresh fruits and veggies. Whether your child is a picky eater or loves trying new things, there's something in this list for everyone. Say goodbye to lunchtime struggles and hello to happy, satisfied kids with these simple and delicious lunchbox ideas!

Explore 100 kid-approved lunch ideas featuring a main course, fruit, veggies, and snacks.

In this post we will provide a variety of lunch options to keep your child's meals exciting, balanced, and nutritious!

Packing lunch for your little one can be both fun and challenging. Whether you’re looking for inspiration to keep things fresh or just need some quick, easy ideas, this list of 100 kid-approved lunch combos will help you keep lunchtime exciting and balanced. Each lunch includes a main course, fruit, veggies, and a snack to ensure your child gets a variety of nutrients and flavors they’ll love!

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100 kid-approved lunch ideas

1-10: Sandwich Staples

1. Turkey and Cheese Sandwich + Apple Slices + Baby Carrots + Pretzels

2. Peanut Butter & Jelly + Grapes + Cucumber Sticks + Cheese Crackers

3. Ham and Cheese Roll-Ups + Strawberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Granola Bar

4. Chicken Salad Sandwich + Orange Slices + Snap Peas + Popcorn

5. Tuna Salad Sandwich + Blueberries + Celery Sticks + Yogurt Cup

6. Egg Salad Sandwich + Watermelon Cubes + Bell Pepper Strips + Pita Chips

7. Sunflower Butter & Banana Sandwich + Kiwi Slices + Baby Carrots + Trail Mix

8. Grilled Cheese + Apple Slices + Broccoli Florets + Goldfish Crackers

9. Turkey Wrap + Pineapple Chunks + Cucumber Slices + Pretzel Sticks

10. Veggie Hummus Sandwich + Mixed Berries + Carrot Sticks + Rice Cakes

11-20: Wrap It Up

11. Chicken Caesar Wrap + Melon Cubes + Bell Pepper Strips + Cheese Stick

12. BBQ Chicken Wrap + Mango Slices + Snap Peas + Mini Pretzels

13. Ham & Cream Cheese Roll-Ups + Peach Slices + Baby Cucumbers + Popcorn

14. Veggie and Hummus Wrap + Grapes + Celery Sticks + Apple Chips

15. Turkey & Avocado Wrap + Raspberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Crackers

16. Taco Wrap (Beef & Cheese) + Apple Slices + Baby Carrots + Tortilla Chips

17. Chicken & Spinach Wrap + Banana + Broccoli Florets + Fruit Leather

18. Ham, Cheese & Lettuce Wrap + Pear Slices + Bell Pepper Strips + Animal Crackers

19. Falafel Wrap + Pomegranate Seeds + Snap Peas + Hummus with Pita Chips

20. Turkey Club Wrap + Pineapple Chunks + Cucumber Rounds + Veggie Straws

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21-30: Pasta Power

21. Pasta Salad with Veggies + Grapes + Cherry Tomatoes + Cheese Cubes

22. Macaroni and Cheese + Apple Slices + Broccoli Florets + Crackers

23. Spaghetti & Meatballs + Orange Slices + Baby Carrots + Breadsticks

24. Chicken Alfredo Pasta + Kiwi Slices + Cucumber Sticks + Popcorn

25. Cheese Tortellini + Blueberries + Celery Sticks + Yogurt Pretzels

26. Pesto Pasta + Strawberries + Bell Pepper Strips + Cheese Crackers

27. Ravioli with Marinara Sauce + Watermelon Cubes + Snap Peas + Pretzels

28. Lasagna Roll-Ups + Melon Balls + Baby Cucumbers + Fruit Gummies

29. Cold Soba Noodles + Mango Slices + Edamame + Sesame Crackers

30. Pasta with Butter & Parmesan + Mixed Berries + Baby Carrots + Granola Bites

31-40: Fun Finger Foods

31. Chicken Nuggets + Apple Slices + Cucumber Sticks + Veggie Chips

32. Mini Quesadillas + Grapes + Bell Pepper Strips + Goldfish Crackers

33. Pizza Bagels + Pineapple Chunks + Snap Peas + Fruit Snacks

34. Mini Corn Dogs + Blueberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Cheese Puffs

35. Meatballs on a Stick + Watermelon Slices + Baby Carrots + Popcorn

36. Chicken Tenders + Banana + Broccoli Florets + Pretzel Sticks

37. Mini Sliders + Peach Slices + Bell Pepper Strips + Pita Chips

38. Mozzarella Sticks + Pear Slices + Snap Peas + Apple Chips

39. Chicken and Waffles + Strawberries + Celery Sticks + Mini Muffins

40. Mini Calzones + Orange Slices + Cucumber Rounds + Cheese Stick

41-50: LunchBox Bliss

41. Sushi Rolls + Edamame + Mango Slices + Rice Crackers

42. Turkey Pinwheels + Blueberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Trail Mix

43. Chicken Fried Rice + Apple Slices + Baby Carrots + Pretzels

44. Cheese Quesadilla Slices + Melon Balls + Snap Peas + Granola Bar

45. Bento Chicken Skewers + Grapes + Bell Pepper Strips + Crackers

46. Mini Pancake Bites + Banana Slices + Cucumber Rounds + Yogurt Cup

47. Veggie Sushi + Strawberries + Edamame + Cheese Cubes

48. Pasta Salad Bites + Kiwi Slices + Cherry Tomatoes + Cheese Sticks

49. Meat & Cheese Kabobs + Orange Slices + Celery Sticks + Rice Cakes

50. Mini Pizzas + Pineapple Chunks + Bell Pepper Sticks + Fruit Leather

51-60: Soup and Spoon

51. Chicken Noodle Soup + Apple Slices + Baby Carrots + Crackers

52. Tomato Soup + Grilled Cheese Croutons + Grapes + Cucumber Rounds

53. Minestrone Soup + Breadsticks + Strawberries + Bell Pepper Strips

54. Broccoli Cheddar Soup + Apple Slices + Celery Sticks + Cheese Crackers

55. Ramen Noodle Soup + Mango Chunks + Snap Peas + Pretzels

56. Chicken Rice Soup + Blueberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Popcorn

57. Tortilla Soup + Tortilla Chips + Melon Slices + Baby Carrots

58. Vegetable Soup + Cheese Stick + Pineapple Chunks + Bell Pepper Strips

59. Lentil Soup + Mini Bread Roll + Peach Slices + Snap Peas

60. Beef Stew + Biscuit + Pear Slices + Baby Cucumbers

61-70: Breakfast for Lunch

61. Pancakes + Apple Slices + Baby Carrots + Yogurt Cup

62. French Toast Sticks + Blueberries + Snap Peas + Mini Muffin

63. Waffles + Strawberries + Cucumber Rounds + Cheese Stick

64. Scrambled Eggs + Orange Slices + Bell Pepper Strips + Sausage Links

65. Omelette Muffins + Grapes + Cherry Tomatoes + Toast Squares

66. Breakfast Burrito + Melon Cubes + Baby Carrots + Granola Bar

67. Bagel with Cream Cheese + Pineapple Chunks + Celery Sticks + Fruit Leather

68. Yogurt Parfait + Banana Slices + Broccoli Florets + Granola

69. Breakfast Sandwich + Mixed Berries + Baby Cucumbers + Pretzels

70. Egg & Cheese Croissant + Raspberries + Snap Peas + Veggie Chips

71-80: Tasty Tacos

71. Soft Chicken Tacos + Grapes + Bell Pepper Strips + Tortilla Chips

72. Beef Tacos + Mango Slices + Baby Carrots + Rice Cakes

73. Fish Tacos + Pineapple Chunks + Snap Peas + Cheese Cubes

74. Veggie Tacos + Apple Slices + Cucumber Rounds + Granola Bar

75. Turkey Tacos + Blueberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Pretzels

76. Cheese Tacos + Strawberries + Bell Pepper Strips + Fruit Snacks

77. Black Bean Tacos + Orange Slices + Snap Peas + Popcorn

78. Pulled Pork Tacos + Watermelon Slices + Baby Carrots + Cheese Sticks

79. Chicken Fajita Tacos + Kiwi Slices + Cucumber Sticks + Tortilla Chips

80. Shrimp Tacos + Peach Slices + Bell Pepper Strips + Pretzel Sticks

81-90: Roll and Roll

81. Turkey Sushi Rolls + Grapes + Snap Peas + Rice Crackers

82. Veggie Sushi Rolls + Melon Cubes + Bell Pepper Strips + Cheese Cubes

83. Chicken Salad Roll-Ups + Apple Slices + Cucumber Rounds + Popcorn

84. Ham and Cheese Rolls + Blueberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Mini Muffin

85. Cucumber Sushi + Pineapple Chunks + Celery Sticks + Fruit Gummies

86. Cheese and Spinach Rolls + Watermelon Slices + Baby Carrots + Veggie Chips

87. Chicken Quesadilla Rolls + Orange Slices + Broccoli Florets + Pretzels

88. Turkey, Cheese & Lettuce Rolls + Raspberries + Bell Pepper Strips + Granola Bar

89. Chicken Parmesan Rolls + Kiwi Slices + Cucumber

90. Chicken and Veggie Quesadilla + Banana Slices + Bell Pepper Strips + Mini Rice Cakes

91-100: Mix and Match Magic

91. Stuffed Mini Peppers (Cream Cheese & Turkey) + Apple Slices + Snap Peas + Cheese Cubes

92. Turkey and Cheese Sliders + Peach Slices + Carrot Sticks + Animal Crackers

93. Chicken and Cheese Taquitos + Kiwi Slices + Bell Pepper Strips + Popcorn

94. Mini Meatloaf Muffins + Grapes + Celery Sticks + Pretzel Sticks

95. Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito + Pineapple Chunks + Baby Carrots + Tortilla Chips

96. BBQ Chicken Flatbread + Watermelon Cubes + Broccoli Florets + Yogurt Covered Raisins

97. Pulled Pork Sliders + Strawberries + Cucumber Rounds + Mini Pretzels

98. Veggie Pizza Rolls + Orange Slices + Baby Corn + Granola Bar

99. Cheese and Spinach Pinwheels + Mango Slices + Snap Peas + Fruit Snacks

100. Mini Quiche (Ham & Cheese) + Blueberries + Cherry Tomatoes + Veggie Chips

Packing lunches that kids will actually eat and enjoy can be a daily challenge, but with these 100 kid-approved lunch ideas, you have a treasure trove of options that are not only nutritious but also fun and easy to prepare. From classic favorites to creative new combinations, these lunch ideas are sure to keep your little ones excited about lunchtime. Whether you're packing for school, daycare, or just a picnic in the park, having a variety of balanced meals at your fingertips can make meal prep a breeze.

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