20 Vegan Lunch box Ideas - Back To School Recipes - Vegan Richa (2024)

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Vegan Lunch box ideas for Back to School. Sandwiches, Wraps and Snacks for lunch and easy meals for weekday lunch or weeknight dinner. Healthy Vegetarian Lunch Recipes. Glutenfree Soyfree options

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The kids are back to school, so it’s time for some wraps and sandwiches for the lunch box and quick and easy weeknight meals!

I love wraps as an alternative to sandwiches, just as easy to make and perfect for lunch boxes. My Samosa Wraps are made with spiced potato, chickpeas and chutney for a taste explosion.

TheseJamaican Jerk Jackfruit Wraps with black beans and mango have Loads of flavor and textures for everyone.

My Cauliflower Sweet Potato and Chickpea Tikka Wraps are topped off with coconut chutney for a delicious Indian inspired easy meal. They are nut free, soy free and can easily be made gluten free.

I adore the classic flavors of buffalo and ranch, if you do too, you need to try my vegan Buffalo (chickpea) Tofu Wrap! Tofu is tossed in buffalo sauce and wrapped with celery, spinach, cucumbers and vegan ranch dressing for the perfect quick and easy meal. No Soy!

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Some Black Bean Chimichurri Wraps are refreshing for any day.

Avacado chickpea sandwich is always a hit.

Tofu Egg salad sandwich is perfect cold sandwich for lunch boxes.

Tempeh Scramble, Jalapeno Popper Dip, Broccoli Wraps pack a punch of flavor, protein and fun.

Chickpea Tahini Salad Sandwich is another popular sandwich!

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Peanut Butter Bitesare great for quick snacking or breakfast. Use other nut butters or sun butter to make them for school.

Sunbutter Cookies, easily made into snack bars.Cookie that is super tasty and also filling!

Who doesnt love choolate in any format. These Seedful Snack Barsare loaded with oats and seeds for a filling and tasty snack.

These Almond flour cookie dough bars or balls are perfect for the sweet snack craving.

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This one pot soup makes one of your favorite meals into a weekday classic. Vegan Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is filling, warming and so so easy to make.

This Instant Pot Mushroom Tetrazzini is a perfect pasta dinner or lunch, and is on the table in less than 30 minutes with no fuss.

Pasta is such a great option when you want to get dinner in a hurry.Vegan Pesto Pasta with Charred Broccoli is served with roasted cherry tomatoes and charred broccoli, and contains a whopping 21 gm of protein!

You can’t beat a good chili, especially when it’s on the table quickly. My Instant Pot Vegan Chili is made with red lentils and kidney beans for a heartwarming bowl.

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Sheet pan dinners are a hassle free way of getting dinner on the table with out the mess. This Veggie Dinner with Broccoli, Sweet Potato, Tofu and Chickpeas is dressed with a miso maple syrup for a delicious and hassle free meal.

Risotto doesn’t need to be a labor intensive meal. My Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto takes just 30 minutes to make. A Soy-free, Nut-free, Gluten-free, Vegan Recipe.

Next up, a flavourful curry that’s ready in 35 minutes! My Vegan Japanese Curry is a perfect weeknight option full of fresh and delicious ingredients.

This Cauliflower Meat makes a great filling in tacos, Nachos, Quesadillas or whatever you fancy!

More Tacos to try!Jerk seasoned Black Bean TacoBean tacos for the win.

These Taco spiced Bean Pepper Jack Quesadillasare great for snack or lunch!

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  1. Cruznv

    Exactly what I need for my work Lunch/Meal inspiration💞 I work 12 hr shifts and need two meals a shift… 3-4 shifts in a row so need easy make ahead ideas for packable Lunch/Meals. I’m creative & great making Lunches for the non-vegans in the family. When I comes to Packable Lunches/Meals for me, that’s were my energy and creativity ends🥴. Often just eating cooked potatoes and veggies day after day🙄🥴. Keep the packable lunch ideas coming😊👍🏼

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  2. Kelly

    These recipes look fantastic. Just wondering if they are published in Richa’s cookbooks, Everyday Kitchen or Indian? Or just on the website. Thank you.

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    • Richa

      a few are in the books. the newer ones (dated after mid 2017) are all new and on the blog

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  3. Bryan Martinez

    The somosa burrito, pesto pasta and peanut butter energy bites are all recipes I’ll try out very soon. I think they’re something my girlfriend would LOVE too. so it’s totally a win win

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  4. Penny W

    Thanks so much for this post! I’ve been in a work lunch funk lately, primarily relying on just frozen meals. I’ve bookmarked a few of these recipes so that I can try them out in the next few weeks!

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    • Richa

      awesome!

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20 Vegan Lunch box Ideas - Back To School Recipes - Vegan Richa (2024)

FAQs

What are some ideas for school lunches? ›

Hot School Lunch in a Thermos
  • Rice Bowl with Scrambled egg, seaweed and kimchi.
  • Mild Chilli with Bread Rolls.
  • Quinoa Pasta with Pesto or Simple Tomato Sauce.
  • Chicken Soup with cooked rice or noodles or zoodles.
  • Roast Root Vegetables on a bed of Millet with Tahini/Lemon Sauce.
  • Beef Stew.
  • Quiche Lorraine.
  • Miso Soup.

What to make my toddler for lunch? ›

The Top 15 Tasty Lunch Ideas for Toddlers
  • Cauliflower Cheese Bites. Most toddlers love cauliflower cheese, but oh boy the mess can be something else. ...
  • Egg Cups. ...
  • Homemade Fish Fingers. ...
  • Pizza Pockets. ...
  • Apple, Cheddar and Peanut Butter Sandwiches. ...
  • Toddler-tastic Noodles. ...
  • Hummus and Crudités – Toddler Style. ...
  • Egg in the Hole Toast.

What is an easy cold kid lunch for school? ›

Yogurt and granola, sandwiches, muffins, leftover pasta dishes and pizza, wraps, pasta salad, cheese and crackers, snack lunches, burritos, rice and beans, and salads like chicken salad and tuna salad are good lunch options for kids.

What are 10 good lunch foods for kids? ›

Kids' healthy lunch recipes
  • Lemon & yogurt chicken flatbreads. A star rating of 4.5 out of 5. ...
  • Butter bean curry wraps. A star rating of 5 out of 5. ...
  • Pitta pockets. A star rating of 4.4 out of 5. ...
  • Homemade fish finger sarnie. ...
  • Pesto egg muffin bites. ...
  • Rice cake cress faces. ...
  • Tomato soup with pasta. ...
  • Chicken taco salad.

What is the best lunch idea? ›

Quick Homemade Lunch Ideas for Adults
  • Tuna Salad Sandwich. For lunch ideas for adults that don't take much time, a tuna sandwich is your best friend. ...
  • Chicken Salad. If fish isn't your style, make a chicken salad instead. ...
  • Eggplant Sandwich. ...
  • Club Sandwich. ...
  • Chickpea Salad Sandwich. ...
  • White Bean Salad. ...
  • Falafel Pita.
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What can a 9 year old cook for lunch? ›

Speaking of cheese and tortillas, or any form of bread, quesadillas and grilled cheese sandwiches are no-brainers. Graham's son was 9 when he started making his own quesadillas. It's still his go-to meal.

What do kids like for lunch? ›

51 Healthy Kids Lunch Ideas They Won't Be Able to Resist
  • Fresh Fruit Salad. ...
  • Sweet Safari Box. ...
  • Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins. ...
  • Sushi Sandwich with Turkey and Cheese. ...
  • Rainbow Veggie Pinwheels. ...
  • Apple Ring PB&J. ...
  • Cauliflower Pizza Bites. ...
  • Chicken and Avocado Roll-ups.
Nov 2, 2023

What kind of lunch can i make my 12 year old who doesn t like sandwiches? ›

Swap them out for one of these savoury lunch box ideas – not only are they super filling, but they're delicious, too.
  • 1Pie maker zucchini and haloumi fritters. ...
  • 2Easy tuna bento balls. ...
  • 3Healthy zucchini, pumpkin and feta slice. ...
  • 4Pie maker mini fetta, pea and mint frittatas. ...
  • 5Mini carbonara quiches.

What can I serve instead of sandwich for kids packed lunch? ›

Here are ten non-sandwich lunch ideas you can pack for your kids.
  • Roll-Ups. A fun alternative to boring sandwiches is roll-ups. ...
  • Energy Bites. A great idea for a playful lunch addition is an energy bite. ...
  • Smoothies. ...
  • Thermos Lunch. ...
  • Quinoa, Rice, or Pasta Salad. ...
  • Egg Cups. ...
  • English Muffin (or Naan) Pizza. ...
  • Finger Foods.
Feb 27, 2020

What can I pack for lunch without an ice pack? ›

Refrigerator-Free Lunch Entree Ideas
  • Nut Butter Waffle Sandwiches. Sometimes, a simple swap can breathe new life into a tried-and-true meal. ...
  • Bacon & Cheese Muffins. ...
  • Simple Caprese Salad. ...
  • Soba Noodle Salad. ...
  • Crudités and Hummus.

What is the best lunch to bring to school? ›

What to Pack for Kids' Lunches
  • Leftover Shrimp Sheet Pan. ...
  • Tuna Salad with Grapes. ...
  • Pasta with Pork Ragu. ...
  • Sloppy Joes. ...
  • Chicken Salad. ...
  • Pecan Crusted Chicken Strips. ...
  • Grilled Chicken Bites with Yogurt Mint Sauce. ...
  • Gluten Free Ratatouille Pasta. Ratatouille pasta is delicious hot or cold, making it ideal for a packed school lunch.
Aug 29, 2023

What is the best lunch for students? ›

60 kids' school lunch ideas: From a nutritionist mom
  • Ham and mayo on wheat bread.
  • Turkey roll-ups on tortilla.
  • Salami slices.
  • Tuna salad (on bread or with crackers to dip)
  • Egg salad.
  • Pasta salad with white beans.
  • Sunbutter and jelly sandwich.
  • Roasted chicken shreds.

What are healthy snacks for kids school? ›

Items to include: low-fat granola, whole grain cereals, peanuts, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and dried fruits like raisins, apricots, apples, pineapple, or cranberries.

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