Nut-Free Lunchbox Ideas
Finding nut-free recipes for school lunches shouldn't feel like detective work. These recipes contain no peanuts or tree nuts based on their ingredient lists — every one is kid-friendly, so you can pack them with the confidence that the basics are covered. As always, verify labels on the brands you buy, since manufacturing facilities vary.
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Vegan Vegan Blueberry Muffins
Tender, sweet muffins bursting with fresh blueberries.
Vegan Jackfruit Pulled "Pork" Sandwich
Tender shredded young jackfruit simmered in smoky barbecue sauce and piled onto a soft bun for a plant-based take on the classic pulled pork sandwich.
Vegan Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers
Tender bell peppers filled with a hearty mixture of rice, black beans, corn, and tomatoes, then baked until soft and savory.
Vietnamese Bánh Xèo (Crispy Vietnamese Pancake)
Savory fried pancakes made of rice flour, water, and turmeric powder.
Vietnamese Chả Giò (Fried Spring Rolls)
Crispy fried spring rolls filled with pork and vegetables.
Vietnamese Bánh Canh (Thick Noodle Soup)
Thick noodle soup made from tapioca flour or a mixture of rice and tapioca flour.
Vietnamese Hủ Tiếu (Pork and Seafood Noodle Soup)
A pork-based broth noodle soup with various toppings.
Vietnamese Bún Riêu (Crab Noodle Soup)
A tomato broth soup with minced crab and pork.
Vietnamese Cà Phê Trứng (Egg Coffee)
A traditional Vietnamese drink made with egg yolks, sugar, condensed milk and robusta coffee.
Vietnamese Bánh Khọt (Mini Savory Pancakes)
Bite-sized savory pancakes made with rice flour and coconut milk, topped with shrimp.
Vietnamese Bánh Bèo (Water Fern Cake)
Small steamed savory rice cakes topped with dried shrimp, scallion oil, and crispy pork skin.
Vietnamese Bánh Đúc (Savory Rice Cake)
A smooth, jelly-like savory rice cake served with ground pork and fish sauce.
Vietnamese Sinh Tố Bơ (Avocado Smoothie)
A rich and creamy avocado smoothie made with condensed milk.
Vietnamese Cháo Gà (Chicken Rice Porridge)
Comforting chicken congee often eaten for breakfast or when sick.
Vietnamese Sườn Nướng (Grilled Pork Chops)
Lemongrass and garlic marinated grilled pork chops, often served with Cơm Tấm.
Vietnamese Chè Đậu Đen (Black Bean Dessert)
A simple sweet soup made from slow-cooked black beans and sugar.
Vietnamese Cao Lầu (Hội An Noodle Bowl)
A beloved Hội An specialty of chewy lye-treated noodles topped with sliced char siu pork, fresh herbs, and crunchy fried croutons.
Vietnamese Bánh Flan (Vietnamese Caramel Custard)
A silky French-influenced caramel custard with a bittersweet burnt-sugar topping, beloved as a chilled Vietnamese street dessert.
West African Nigerian Meat Pie
A buttery, flaky hand pie filled with savory minced beef, potatoes, and carrots that is a beloved Nigerian street and party staple.
Sauces & Dressings Jade Tree Salad Dressing
A tangy tarragon vinegar dressing finished with Parmesan and toasted sesame seeds.
Desserts Golden Apple Bars
Buttery shortbread bars layered with a spiced apple filling and finished with a cinnamon glaze.
Lunch & Snacks Giant Baked Hero
A large baked stuffed sandwich loaf filled with cured meats, melty cheeses, and balsamic onions.
Desserts Tapioca Cream
A classic old-fashioned creamy tapioca pudding, lightened with fluffy folded-in egg white.
Vegetables & Sides Curried Vegetables
A comforting baked vegetable casserole in a creamy curry sauce topped with melted cheddar.