Lunch is a vital part of rejuvenating energy to help both kids and parents get through the rest of their day. As the most prepped meal of the day, we often substitute quality lunches for ease. With these recipes, however, you can make easily prepped meals that contain key nutrients for young one's development. Whether you are going back to school or back to the office, these 5 easy lunch recipes will ensure you are getting key nutrients to make it through the day!
1. Almond & Pistachio Oil Lunchbox
One of the healthiest lunch we've ever made here. Adding almond and pistachio oils to the ingredients enhances the flavors kids already love... Making them enjoy this typical French lunchbox! Why add almond oil and pistachio oil to their lunch? Almond Oil is full of Vitamin E, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids for healthy cholesterol levels. Pistachio oil is also a great source of vitamin E and omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids.
2. Lunchbox with Avocado Spray and Olive Oil
It is always a brain teaser to prepare a lunchbox. Using tasty oil like Avocado, Hazelnut or Olive, makes it easy to prepare simple dishes with flavors that kids like. This shrimp couscous, tomato salad and pear/goat cheese lunchbox is yummy, healthy and easy to prepare. Olive oil is rich in antioxidants, Vitamin E and Vitamin K which can all help make sure kids are getting all their daily nutrients. Shop La Tourangelle Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
3. Easy Roasted Walnut Oil Pasta Salad with Tuna
Enjoy these easy to prep Tuna Salad Pastas with celery, onions, tomatoes, and Walnut Oil. With a cook time of only 20 minutes, you can have all your lunches for the week prepped in one quick session. Shop La Tourangelle Walnut Oil.
4. Shredded Chicken Salad with Honey Citrus Vinaigrette
Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall… Salads are always a good idea. Even better? A salad that counts as a whole meal. We love adding shredded chicken into our salads to make them more substantial. Drizzled in Avocado Oil, this salad is a great source of Oleic Acid, Vitamin E, and monounsaturated fats. This Shredded Chicken Salad with Honey Citrus Vinaigrette is too good not to share! Shop La Tourangelle Avocado Oil.
5. Easy Pesto Pasta with Basil Oil
Perfect for a quick meal or light lunch, this pasta dish uses only a handful of ingredients and is delicious, too! La Tourangelle Basil Oil takes this dish over the top, enhancing the pesto sauce with flavorful, aromatic basil flavor. Adding Basil Oil can add a rich flavor and also provide you with a good amount of Vitamin K. Shop La Tourangelle Basil Oil.