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The Back-to-School Lunch Every Parent Needs to Try Today!

The Back-to-School Lunch Every Parent Needs to Try

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A delicious and nutritious back-to-school lunch idea that every parent should try to keep their kids energized and satisfied.

Ingredients

  • Whole grain bread – 2 slices
  • Turkey slices – 4 oz
  • Cheddar cheese – 1 slice
  • Leafy greens (spinach or lettuce) – 1 cup
  • Tomato – 1 medium, sliced
  • Mustard or mayonnaise – 1 tbsp
  • Carrot sticks – 1 cup
  • Apple slices – 1 medium apple
  • Granola bar – 1 piece

Instructions

  1. Spread mustard or mayonnaise on one slice of whole grain bread.
  2. Layer turkey slices, cheddar cheese, leafy greens, and tomato on top.
  3. Top with the second slice of bread and cut the sandwich in half.
  4. Pack carrot sticks, apple slices, and a granola bar in a lunchbox.
  5. Seal the lunchbox and store it in the refrigerator until ready to go.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute turkey with chicken or ham.
  • Use any cheese of your choice.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace meat with hummus or avocado.
  • Make sure to pack an ice pack if the lunch will be out for several hours.

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