With kids going back to school in the next couple of weeks and schedules filling up with activities and obligations, having go-to snacks and meals the kids love and are easy to make becomes even more essential. Here are some easy, kid-friendly ideas for you to try in your littles’ lunches and for fast dinners.

Herbed Chicken Tenders with Honey Dijon

A healthier version of the classic chicken fingers that kids love and a great source of protein for growing bodies.

Nutritional Values (approximate per serving)

Calories: 333 cal

Carbs: 28g

Protein: 28g

Fat: 11g

Fiber: 4g

Sugar: 16g (Use less raw honey in dip for less sugar)

Chicken & Chickpea Pasta Salad

For those kids who love their pasta, this recipe uses chickpea pasta, a healthier option with more fiber and protein per serving than the white flour pasta varieties.

Nutritional Values (approximate per serving)

Calories: 383 cal

Carbs: 29g

Protein: 45g

Fat: 11g

Fiber: 7g

Sugar: 6g

Ham & Guacamole Pinwheels with Veggies

Protein and healthy fat help to stabilize blood sugar providing a more stable source of energy without the energy spikes and crashes associated with too much refined and processed carbohydrates.

Nutritional Values (approximate per serving)

Calories: 307 cal

Carbs: 27g

Protein: 22g

Fat: 13g

Fiber: 7g

Sugar: 4g

Strawberry Coconut Oatmeal Muffins

Great for busy mornings or in the lunch box for morning snack. These muffins are full of healthy carbs and brain boosting fats to keep kids minds fueled and ready to learn.

Nutritional Values (approximate per serving)

Calories: 164 cal

Carbs: 17g

Protein: 3g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 2g

Sugar: 5g

No Bake Dark Chocolate Coconut Cookies

An easy and fun treat for the littles that is nut free, low sugar, contains good healthy fat and is full of antioxidant rich cacao.

Nutritional Values (approximate per serving)

Calories: 103 cal

Carbs: 8g

Protein: 1g

Fat: 8g

Fiber: 2g

Sugar: 3

Reach out to Kristy Whyte, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, to book a complimentary virtual information session today and learn how working with a nutritionist can help you reach your health and wellness goals. kwhyte@movatiathletic.com

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