DIY Kid-Friendly Lunch Tray (Printable)

A customizable tray of meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruit perfect for easy, kid-friendly lunches or snacks.

# What you need:

→ Proteins

01 - 3.5 oz sliced turkey breast
02 - 3.5 oz sliced ham
03 - 3.5 oz mild cheddar cheese, sliced
04 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed

→ Carbohydrates

05 - 24 whole wheat crackers
06 - 2 mini pita breads, cut into wedges (optional)

→ Fruits & Vegetables

07 - 1 cup seedless grapes
08 - 1 cup baby carrots
09 - 1 cup cucumber slices

→ Treat

10 - 4 mini chocolate squares or 4 small cookies (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Distribute sliced turkey, ham, cheddar, and mozzarella evenly into four compartmentalized containers or lunchboxes.
02 - Place 6 whole wheat crackers and a few pita wedges, if using, into each tray.
03 - Evenly allocate grapes, baby carrots, and cucumber slices among the four trays.
04 - Optionally add a mini chocolate square or a small cookie to each tray as a treat.
05 - Cover trays and refrigerate until serving. Consume within 3 days to ensure freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and ideal for busy mornings
  • Customizable for different taste preferences and dietary needs
02 -
  • Check packaging of crackers and cookies for allergens; some may contain traces of nuts
  • DIY trays can be made vegetarian by swapping meats for hummus or eggs
03 -
  • Slice everything in advance for speedy assembly
  • Pair trays with a yogurt cup or juice box for a balanced meal
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