Back to school season is upon us, and what better way to kick off the school year than with some fresh and exciting lunch ideas for the little ones? Say goodbye to the same old PB&J sandwiches and hello to our two creative bento box lunch recipes from the talented Chefs at Etai's Catering! First up, we have the Mediterranean Lunch (vegetarian-friendly) featuring a delightful spread of small pita or naan bread, creamy hummus, juicy sliced peaches, Tillamook white cheddar cheese, a perfectly boiled egg, and a refreshing Mediterranean salad. And for those who prefer a more classic option, we have the Classic Lunch showcasing a delicious turkey sandwich with all the fixings, paired with sliced strawberries, crisp cucumber slices, sweet raisins, and a side of crunchy pretzels. These fun, healthy, and flavorful lunch ideas are sure to brighten up any child's day!

Mediterranean Lunch (vegetarian)

Sm. Pita / Sm. Naan bread: 4.5oz / cut into quarters

Hummus: 2oz

Sliced peach: 1⁄2 peach / 1.5 oz / cut up

Tillamook white cheddar cheese: sliced in half / .7oz

Medium boiled Egg: 1.7oz / sliced in half

- bring water to a boil, add egg, boil for 10-11 minutes

Mediterranean salad:

- 1oz cherry tomatoes (cut in 1⁄4)

- 1 oz cucumber (cut in 1⁄4)

- 1⁄2 tsp. Olive oil & 1⁄2 tsp lemon juice, pinch of salt

Classic Turkey Sandwich Lunch

Turkey sandwich:

- 2 slices whole wheat bread, 1 tbsp Mayo, 1 slice organic American cheese(.7oz), 1 slice of Turkey breast (1oz), sliced tomato (.7oz). *Cut off edges, slice in half

Strawberries: 2oz sliced in half

Cucumber: 2oz sliced

Raisins: 1oz

Pretzels: .7oz