5 Easy Lunch Ideas for Kids to Pack into Energify Vacuum Insulated Food Jar

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Preparing lunch for your little ones doesn't have to be a daunting task. Explore these five easy lunch ideas that will make your kids look forward to opening their food jar.

1. Mac 'n' Cheese Delight

A fork with a piece of macaroni and cheese on it. The macaroni is covered in a creamy, cheesy sauce.

Ingredients

      • Macaroni
      • Butter
      • Flour
      • Milk
      • Shredded cheese
      • Diced vegetables (peas, carrots)

Instructions

      • Boil macaroni until al dente.
      • Prepare a cheese sauce with butter, flour, milk, and shredded cheese.
      • Mix the macaroni with the cheese sauce.
      • Add diced vegetables for extra nutrition.
      • Fill the Energify jar with the mac 'n' cheese mixture.

2. PB&J Overnight Oats

A bowl of oatmeal topped with sliced banana, blueberries, chia seeds, and a mint leaf.

Ingredients

        • Rolled oats
        • Milk
        • Peanut butter
        • Fruit preserves

    Instructions

          • Combine oats, milk, peanut butter, and fruit preserves in a jar.
          • Mix well and refrigerate overnight.
          • Transfer the oats into your Energify jar in the morning for a delightful, no-fuss lunch.

      3. Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowl

      A skillet filled with chicken and rice, cooked with a variety of vegetables like bell peppers, green beans, and corn. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley.

      Ingredients

            • Cooked rice
            • Seasonings
            • Cooked, shredded chicken
            • Bell peppers
            • Cherry tomatoes

        Instructions

              • Cook rice with your favorite seasonings and let it cool.
              • Mix shredded chicken with the rice.
              • Add colorful veggies like bell peppers and cherry tomatoes.
              • Layer the chicken and veggie rice bowl in your Energify jar for a wholesome lunch.

          4. Tortellini Soup Surprise

          A bowl of tortellini soup filled with small pasta dumplings, vegetables like carrots, peas, and celery, and a clear broth.

          Ingredients

                • Vegetable broth
                • Tortellini
                • Spinach, peas, carrots, celery

            Instructions

                  • Prepare a kid-friendly tortellini soup using vegetable broth.
                  • Cook tortellini and add them to the broth.
                  • Include veggies for added flavor and nutrition.
                  • Pour the warm tortellini soup into your Energify jar for a comforting lunch.

              5. DIY Taco Salad

              A bowl of taco salad with lettuce, ground beef, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, and a drizzle of dressing.

              Ingredients

                    • Ground meat
                    • Taco spices
                    • Shredded cheese
                    • Lettuce
                    • Diced tomatoes
                    • Black beans
                    • Tortilla chips

                Instructions

                      • Cook and season ground meat with taco spices.
                      • Layer the bottom of your Energify jar with the seasoned ground meat.
                      • Add toppings like shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and black beans.
                      • Pack tortilla chips on the side for a fun and customizable taco salad experience.

                   

                  Elevate your kids' lunchtime experience with these easy and exciting ideas. The Energify Vacuum Insulated Food Jar ensures that their meals stay warm and delicious until they're ready to dig in. Empower yourself to create delightful lunches that make both you and your kids happy. 

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