DIY Lunchables – Creative School Lunch Ideas
Elevate your lunchtime with these DIY Lunchables—colorful, customizable snack boxes that are as fun to assemble as they are to eat. Packed with wholesome ingredients like crackers, cheese, deli meats, fruits, and veggies, these creative school lunch ideas will delight both kids and adults. Perfect for busy days or picnics, these homemade treats offer a delicious way to enjoy balanced nutrition while unleashing your inner lunch artist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1 adult or child 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 whole grain crackers
- 2 oz cheese slices (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 3 oz deli meats (turkey or ham)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries)
- 1/2 cup baby carrots or cucumber slices
- 2 tbsp nut butter or dip (hummus/ranch dressing)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare reusable containers for packing.
- Lay out the crackers as the base in each container.
- Place cheese slices on top of the crackers.
- Add deli meats folded into fun shapes over the cheese.
- Pack bite-sized fruits and veggies in separate compartments.
- Include optional nut butter or dips in small containers for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 box (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg