Inside: If you need lunch packing inspiration, here are 10 healthy and affordable ALDI lunch box ideas that kids will love.
Has lunchbox boredom hit?
Tell-tale signs include children dramatically announcing «There’s nothing to pack!» (when there are definitely things to pack) and half-eaten (or worse, uneaten) lunches coming home from school.
If you need some inspiration and want to save a lot of money by buying everything at ALDI, here are 10 ideas to get you started. Some things to keep in mind:
- I bought these ingredients at ALDI, but obviously you can buy them at other stores as well (see My Favorite Things to Buy at ALDI)
- These are simply ideas to get you started. Pack foods and portions that are best for your child.
- If you would like details on the lunch boxes and equipment shown here, I provide Lunchbox and equipment details below..
10 ideas for ALDI lunch boxes
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
- Crescent rolls
- Deli sausage ham and Swiss cheese
- peas
- blueberries
hummus box
- Hummus
- pita cookies
- Cucumber
- Carrots
- Grapes
- Chocolate chips in the middle for dessert.
meatballs
- Frozen Meatballs with Chopsticks (vegetarian or not; add an airtight container with BBQ sauce or other favorite sauce)
- Bread (spread with butter, nut or seed butter, or cream cheese)
- Cucumber
- Pineapple and strawberries
Yogurt with dressings
- Vanilla yogurt (Greek yogurt has more protein than regular yogurt)
- granola
- strawberries
- hard boiled egg
- Protein Waffle
PBJ “Sushi”
Cut the crust from a slice of bread. Roll it with a rolling pin. Spread with peanut butter and jelly. Roll and then cut into pieces.
- Bread
- Peanut butter
- Jelly or jam
- Mini bell peppers
- freeze dried apples
Lunch refreshment
- Woven Whole Wheat Crackers
- cold meats
- Cheese wedges to spread
- Broccoli (pack sauce in an airtight container)
- Clementines
brioche sandwich
Oatmeal with dressings
- Quick oats (pack in a thermos)
- walnuts
- Strawberries and blueberries
- hard boiled egg
Homemade pizza rolls
I used my Pepperoni Rolls recipe and swapped it for refrigerated pizza dough, dividing it into 8 equal pieces.
- refrigerated pizza dough
- Pepperoni
- Mozzarella cheese slices
- Pizza sauce for dipping
- peas and carrots
- strawberries
Tortellini with pesto
- Tortellini
- Pesto sauce in a jar
- Baby carrots (with sauce)
- Apple
Lunch boxes and packaging equipment
EasyLunchboxes Bento Box
Our favorite daily lunch box. Comes in a set of four with colored lids.
EasyLunchboxes Snack Box
Ideal for packaging smaller portions. Comes in a set of four.
lunchbot trio
Stainless steel, simple and durable. Available in different sizes.
PlanetBox Rover
A luxury lunch box. Comes with two leak-proof containers.
PlanetBox Shuttle
Ideal for snacks or smaller lunches. Comes with a leak-proof container.
Silicone Baking Cups
Perfect for divided lunch boxes and bento boxes.
Thermo Brand Thermos
It holds 10 ounces of food and keeps it warm for five hours.
Questions about ALDI lunch box ideas
What if this is not enough food for my child?
Of course, pack the right portions for your child. These photos are for ideas and inspiration only, not serving guidelines. Every child is different and you know your child best.
What happens if I don’t have ALDI?
You can also find similar items at other grocery stores.
How can I get my children to prepare their own lunch?
I have a free email series to help you do just that! It’s a 5-day plan to teach kids to be independent packers and give YOU some free time! Tap here to receive the free email series: How to Teach Your Kids to Pack Their Own Lunches.
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