5 Lunch Ideas for Summer Camp

5 Lunch Ideas for Summer Camp

There’s no denying that kids tend to be more active in the summer months, especially when attending summer camp. Keep them running at full-speed by filling their lunch box with nutrient-rich meals that are just as tasty as they are energizing.  Here are some of our favorite lunchtime meals for summer camp. Everything is easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients, all of which can be found at your local Foodtown grocery store. We think you’re in for some truly happy campers!

Energizing Lunch Box Ideas for Kids at Summer Camp

Grumbling tummies are no match for these day camp lunch box meals. Pick and choose some options with your child for a camp lunch they won’t want to trade!

  1. “Forget the Bread” Sandwiches

Portable, versatile, and undeniably yummy, it’s not hard to see why sandwiches are a go-to for lunch. However, they can certainly get stale (pun intended). Step away from the sliced bread… peanut butter and jelly can be elevated by using two sliced apple rings while classic ham and cheese is extra exciting when sandwiched between a sliced croissant.

  1. Revamped Leftovers

Leftovers are great for cutting costs and saving time. However, it can be hard to entice picky eaters to munch on the meal they enjoyed for last night’s dinner. Fortunately, there are ways to breathe new life into leftovers. Those last few slices of pizza can be cut into bite-sized sticks and served with a side of pesto dipping sauce. Roasted chicken and potatoes can be cut into bite-sized pieces and skewered, turning them into a completely new meal.  All it takes is a little creativity!

  1. Breakfast for Lunch

The only thing better than French toast for breakfast is French toast for lunch! Pair with a side of fruit and protein-packed scrambled eggs for a complete meal that is anything but boring. The best part? Simply make extra during breakfast and you’re good-to-go!

  1. Protein Packed Pasta Salads

Next time you make pasta, boil a little extra for a perfect summer camp lunch. Pasta salads can be made with a variety of ingredients, tailored to the taste preferences of your little one. Some options include pasta shells with broccoli, shredded chicken, parmesan cheese, and olive oil or rotini pasta with pesto, chopped tomato, and pine nuts.

  1. DIY Bento Box

A bento box is a Japanese method of presenting lunch, consisting of a large box or tin with compartments or serving containers that separate the contents inside.  This separation keeps ingredients—like a sandwich and cut fruit—apart from each other to maintain freshness. While you can purchase a bento box, you can also simply put a few small containers, filled with your choice of ingredients, in a lunch box or bag. Here are some tasty Bento Box lunch ideas, courtesy of Eating Well.

Prepare Kid-Friendly Lunches with Help from Foodtown

Lunches made with just a little creativity and some preparation can provide your children healthy, fun food to keep them active all day at camp.  With some basic ingredients found at your local Foodtown store, nutritious and creative summertime lunches can be made with ease.  The most important part of summertime lunch preparation is to have fun and not to limit yourself!

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