Packing a healthy school lunch gives children the steady energy and vital nutrients they need to grow, stay focused, and learn all day long. A balanced midday meal helps prevent afternoon blood sugar or energy crashes and builds lifelong healthy eating habits. Here are some of our favorite MaxLiving recipes that are delicious, nutritious, and easy to pack for your little one going back to school! Keep your school-aged kids in Mt Pleasant, MI healthy and happy!
Perfect MaxLiving Recipes for Back to School
- Endless Chicken Salad – This recipe is versatile, and we promise it’ll be a hit in the cafeteria! The base consists of chicken, homemade mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Then personalize it for your child by adding in their favorites: apples, grapes, mustard, almonds, or pickles. Make enough for a few days, and vary the add-ins each day to give your child a fun variety!
- Extraordinary Coleslaw – Crisp cabbage and carrots, tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing with a hint of sweetness. This coleslaw is simply extraordinary! Easy to make in under 20 minutes, just mix it up the night before school and let it marinate for the best flavor and tanginess.
- Banana Oatmeal Cookies – These banana oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, and so delicious! For a school lunch, a batch of these irresistible cookies makes the perfect dessert. Make these in around half an hour; they include nutritious, clean ingredients like mashed banana, almond flour, rolled oats, and honey.
Learn More About Healthy Living
Schedule an appointment at Abundant Health Chiropractic and Wellness Center and let us tell you more about healthy living! The expert team at our Mount Pleasant, Michigan location is eager to introduce you to the many benefits of a healthier lifestyle.
