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Egg-Free Lunchbox Ideas

Egg allergies are one of the most common in children, which makes the school lunchbox a puzzle. These kid-friendly recipes skip eggs entirely, spanning cuisines and meal types so the rotation stays interesting. Eggs hide in baked goods and sauces, so double-check any packaged items you pair with these dishes.

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Makroudh — North African recipe North African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Makroudh

Semolina pastries stuffed with spiced date paste, fried golden, and soaked in honey — Tunisia's jewel-like cookie that perfumes the whole kitchen with orange blossom.

60 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Bánh Khọt (Mini Savory Pancakes) — Vietnamese recipe Vietnamese Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Bánh Khọt (Mini Savory Pancakes)

Bite-sized savory pancakes made with rice flour and coconut milk, topped with shrimp.

60 min Serves 1 Kid-friendly
mustard Seafood Shellfish
Cochinita Pibil — Mexican recipe Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Cochinita Pibil

A traditional slow-roasted pork dish from the Yucatán Peninsula.

240 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
No listed common allergens
Southern Collard Greens — Bbq recipe Bbq Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Southern Collard Greens

Slow-simmered collard greens with smoked ham hock, cider vinegar, and a touch of heat, a soulful Southern BBQ side.

90 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
No listed common allergens
Reuben Sandwich — North American recipe North American Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Reuben Sandwich

A griddled deli classic stacking warm corned beef, melted Swiss, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing between crisp buttered rye.

20 min Serves 3 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Turkey Avocado Wrap — Lunch & Snacks recipe Lunch & Snacks Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Turkey Avocado Wrap

Sliced turkey, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables rolled in a tortilla for a fresh, filling lunch.

10 min Serves 2 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap — Sandwiches recipe Sandwiches Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap

A hearty handheld wrap stuffed with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and cool ranch in a soft tortilla.

30 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Charcuterie Snack Board — Lunch & Snacks recipe Lunch & Snacks Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Charcuterie Snack Board

An assembled board of cured meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruit for effortless grazing and sharing.

20 min Serves 6 Kid-friendly
Dairy Tree nut Wheat
Strawberry 'n Oat Bars — Desserts recipe Desserts Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Strawberry 'n Oat Bars

Buttery oat crumble bars layered with sweet strawberry preserves and a chocolate drizzle.

25 min Serves 24 Kid-friendly
Wheat Tree nut
Sliced Sweet Potato Pie — Desserts recipe Desserts Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Sliced Sweet Potato Pie

A double-crust pie of thinly sliced sweet potatoes layered with warm spices, butter, and cream.

90 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Macaroni and Cheese — North American recipe North American Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Macaroni and Cheese

Indulge in a bowl of pure comfort with this luxuriously creamy, from-scratch macaroni and cheese. Every bite is packed with sharp cheddar goodness melting perfectly into tender elbow pasta!

30 min Serves 2 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Tfaya — North African recipe North African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Tfaya

Caramelized onions and plump raisins slow-cooked with cinnamon and ginger until jammy and sweet — the gloriously rich Moroccan topping draped over couscous or chicken.

60 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Dairy
Philly Cheesesteak — Sandwiches recipe Sandwiches Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Philly Cheesesteak

Thinly sliced steak topped with melted cheese and sautéed onions in a hoagie roll.

25 min Serves 1 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread — Breads recipe Breads Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread

A soft, lightly sweet whole wheat loaf that slices clean for sandwiches and toast.

180 min Serves 14 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Andong Jjimdak (Braised Chicken with Glass Noodles) — Korean recipe Korean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Andong Jjimdak (Braised Chicken with Glass Noodles)

A savory, slightly sweet, and spicy braised chicken dish originating from Andong, featuring glass noodles and potatoes.

45 min Serves 1 Kid-friendly
Soy Wheat
Spaghetti Squash Bolognese — Meal Prep recipe Meal Prep Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Spaghetti Squash Bolognese

Roasted spaghetti squash stands in for pasta, twirled with a slow-simmered meat sauce fragrant with red wine, tomatoes, and herbs — hearty comfort without the carbs.

15 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Mì Quảng (Turmeric Noodle Soup) — Vietnamese recipe Vietnamese Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Mì Quảng (Turmeric Noodle Soup)

A dish originating from Quảng Nam province, featuring turmeric-infused noodles.

60 min Serves 3 Kid-friendly
Fish Peanut Seafood +3
Oatmeal Squares — Desserts recipe Desserts Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Oatmeal Squares

Rolled oats bound with melted margarine, brown sugar, and vanilla and baked into chewy dessert bars.

30 min Serves 25 Kid-friendly
No listed common allergens
BBQ Baked Beans — Bbq recipe Bbq Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

BBQ Baked Beans

Smoky, sweet baked beans loaded with bacon, brown sugar, and barbecue sauce, baked low and slow until thick and caramelized.

150 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
mustard
Vegan Mac and Cheese — Vegan recipe Vegan Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Vegan Mac and Cheese

Comforting macaroni covered in a creamy cashew cheese sauce.

50 min Serves 2 Kid-friendly
Dairy mustard Tree nut +1
Muffuletta — Sandwiches recipe Sandwiches Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Muffuletta

A New Orleans classic featuring a robust olive salad and layers of Italian meats.

15 min Serves 1 Kid-friendly
Dairy Tree nut Wheat
Curry Udon — Japanese recipe Japanese Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Curry Udon

Thick, chewy udon noodles swimming in a silky, dashi-rich Japanese curry broth thickened to cling to every strand.

30 min Serves 2 Kid-friendly
Fish Seafood Wheat
Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Hanoi Turmeric Fish with Dill) — Vietnamese recipe Vietnamese Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Hanoi Turmeric Fish with Dill)

A legendary Hanoi dish of turmeric-marinated fish sizzled tableside with mountains of fresh dill and scallions over rice noodles.

120 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Fish Dairy Peanut +2
Tlayudas — Mexican recipe Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Tlayudas

A large, crunchy, partially fried tortilla covered with a spread of refried beans, asiento, lettuce, meat, and Oaxaca cheese.

45 min Serves 1 Kid-friendly
Dairy

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