How to stop packed lunch fatigue & 10 alternatives to sandwiches

Packed Lunch Fatigue & 10 Alternatives To Sandwiches

Most schools now offer hot school meals but there are still many parents, especially those with younger children that have to make a packed lunch during termtime.

Research from Cheestrings has shown that 65% of mums get packed lunch fatigue just 6 days into the new term and on average kids throw away half of their lunchbox every day because the content are "dull, uncool and unappealing", averaging £40 worth of food a term.

What items do kids throw away the most?

• Vegetables
• Home-made leftovers
• Wrong flavour

What are someone lunch box favourites?

• Yoghurt
• Cheese Snacks
• Sweet Treats

Keeping each meal exciting and nutritious can often be challenging, so we've found some of the best lunchbox inspiration and sandwich alternatives to ensure you've got a variety of lunch box option that look appealing, save time and money but are still healthy.

NHS lunchbox recipes

If you're looking for a really quick way to find alternatives to sandwiches in packed lunch, the NHS lunchbox page has some great tips and a easy to use lunchbox maker.

https://www.nhs.uk/change4life/recipes/healthier-lunchboxes#make-your-

Top Alternatives To Sandwiches

1. Hummus dip with pitta bread and vegetable sticks - kids love colourful food and this orangge
2. Salad
3. Wrap it up - tortilla wraps are a great alternative to sandwiches and are just as quick and easy to make. 
4. Bagels
5. Pasta Salad
6. Mini Pizzas

Make lunch feel like theirs with our personalised lunch bags and boxes.