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Healthy Tiffin Ideas for Kids: Nutritious & Delicious

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Pack school lunches your kids will actually eat - nutritious recipes that are fun, colorful, and palm-oil-free.

Healthy Tiffin Ideas for Kids

Getting kids to eat healthy can be challenging, especially when competing with colorful packaged snacks. Here are ideas that work.

Monday: Rainbow Veggie Wrap

  • Whole wheat tortilla
  • Hummus spread
  • Shredded carrots, purple cabbage, cucumber
  • Grilled paneer strips

Tuesday: Protein-Packed Ragi Dosa

  • Made with ragi and urad dal
  • Served with coconut chutney
  • Side of cucumber sticks

Wednesday: Quinoa & Veggie Pulao

  • Quinoa base instead of rice
  • Mixed vegetables
  • Roasted peanuts for crunch
  • A small portion of curd

Thursday: Whole Grain Pasta Salad

  • Whole wheat pasta
  • Cherry tomatoes, corn, bell peppers
  • Olive oil and herb dressing
  • Boiled egg or chickpeas

Friday: Nut Butter Sandwiches

  • Whole grain bread
  • Natural peanut or almond butter (no palm oil!)
  • Banana slices
  • A drizzle of honey

Snack Ideas

  • Roasted makhana (fox nuts)
  • Fresh fruit
  • Homemade trail mix (nuts + dried fruit)
  • Whole grain crackers with cheese

Pro Tips

  1. Involve kids in packing
  2. Use colorful lunch boxes
  3. Pack a fun note
  4. Keep variety high to prevent boredom