School Snack Ideas

[DanM]

Hi there.

 

I am looking for some new ideas for snacks for my girls to take to school. An apple, pear, banana, or other whole fruit is a regular selection. A small cup of hummus or guacamole with a few pieces of veg is another favorite. I am tempted to make some puff pastry and make them random pastries with fun stuff on top. 

 

What are some other fun ideas that I can give them? The restrictions are that it needs to be nut free, vegetarian, no raw carrots (the preschool banned them as a choking hazzard!) travel easily, and fit into a sandwich bag or 1/2 or 1 cup plastic container. 

 

Thanks!

[Lisa Shock]

Waldorf salad

tarts (lemon chiffon, chocolate, fruit, etc.)

sour cream based dips

mini quiche

frittata slices

vegetable terrines

taboule, taboule stuffed into a raw tomato or red pepper

a cold noodle dish from Japan or Thailand

sushi rolls made with vegetables and pickles

slices of sushi cake

layered SW bean dip

muffins, including savory ones (cheesy cornbread)

[Thanks for the Crepes]

chickpea, lentil or other legume salad

potato salad*

pasta/veggie salad*

hard boiled or deviled* eggs

samosas

spanakopita

tiropita

grilled vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, peppers, onions and asparagus

baba ghanoush with pita points

cheese and crackers

banana, cranberry or similar nut bread

cheese biscuit or roll with herbs

fruit or cinnamon scone

vegetarian focaccia or Indian flatbread

yogurt and fruit

cottage cheese and fruit

canned or fresh pineapple with cheddar cheese packed separately to top

bean dip or salsa with tortilla chips packed separately

 

Do you need strictly finger foods, or can you send a plastic fork or spoon? Will the foods be refrigerated? *If not, I would avoid mayo. Is it possible to heat anything?