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Shredded chicken with barbecue sauce, sweet potato fries, and peaches.
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30+ Toddler Lunch Ideas (No Reheat Required!)

Looking for a simple and easy meal that's also nourishing for your little one? Here are the BEST toddler lunch ideas for 1 year olds and 2 year olds that are perfect for daycare!
Course Baby Food, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Toddler Meal
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 Meal
Calories 250kcal

Ingredients

  • Turkey & Cheese Sandwiches: Deli Turkey + Cheese + Whole Wheat Bread + Clementines + Cucumber
  • Shredded Chicken BBQ: Cooked Chicken + BBQ Sauce + Sweet Potato + Peach Slices
  • Turkey & Cheese Wrap: Deli Turkey + Cheese + Whole Wheat Tortilla + Hummus + Berries
  • Spinach & Cheese Quesadillas: Spinach + Shredded Cheese + Whole Wheat Tortilla + Beans + Guacamole
  • Toddler Muffins: Toddler Muffins + Eggs + Potatoes

Instructions

  • Turkey & Cheese Sandwiches: Sandwhich the turkey and cheese in whole wheat bread and quarter. Serve with fresh clementine slices and cucumber.
  • Shredded Chicken BBQ: Serve cooked, shredded chicken with a wholesome barbecue sauce, roasted sweet potatoes, and peach slices.
  • Turkey & Cheese Wrap: Roll up the turkey and cheese into the tortillas, then cut into slices. Serve with hummus and berries.
  • Spinach & Cheese Quesadillas: Make the quesadillas and cut into small pieces. Serve with cooked beans and guacamole (or fresh avocado).
  • Toddler Muffins: Make these wholesome toddler muffins and pair with scrambled eggs and roasted, soft potatoes.

Notes

  • Use an insulated lunchbox with cooler packs to keep food cold.
  • Pack toddler lunches in a bento box to keep foods separate, if necessary.
  • Add in a puree or applesauce packet in case your little one is still hungry!
  • Be sure to talk to your little one's teachers about any allergies or preferences when it comes to mealtimes.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal