No parent wants to prepare a lunch only to have parts of it end-up in the trash, so smart moms and dads are using simple strategies to take the brown bag lunch to a new level.
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Here are five easy tricks for making a wholesome lunch your child will love:
Colorful contents You can take advantage of kids' love of colors and make lunchtime a rainbow smorgasbord. Try new fruits and veggies that pop with color, like yellow peppers, red grapes and orange apricots. When grocery shopping, let your child choose their own items in the produce section, kids are more likely to eat the healthy items they've selected themselves.
- Dipping delight Kids love to dip, and if they have a favorite dip or sauce, they will be more inclined to eat all their fruit and veggies. Try packing a favorite salad dressing or flavorful hummus for veggies like broccoli or carrots.
- Sandwich fun Sandwiches are the go-to lunch item for many parents. Try turning an ordinary sandwich into something special by experimenting with exciting shapes. Use a large cookie cutter to cut the bread into fun shapes and add a touch of color with fresh fruits and veggies.
- Creative alternatives Kids can get bored eating the same food day after day, so don't hesitate to shake things up. Try revamping the classic PB&J with a fun twist by layering on some sliced bananas or apples as an alternative to jelly.
- Presentation counts Kids love to open their lunchbox to brightly-wrapped treats. Whether you turn to creative bag designs or colored plastic wrap, this fun packaging makes unwrapping lunch like unwrapping presents. Adding stickers and special notes can make eating even more fun.
When lunch is fun and wholesome, kids will love it, and you can feel good about what they are eating...
