Choose a main item: crackers, mini sandwiches, pita wedges, or tortilla rounds
Choose a protein: sliced turkey, ham, chicken, salami, cheese cubes, or hard-boiled eggs
Choose a fruit: grapes, apple slices, berries, orange segments, or melon
Choose a vegetable: baby carrots, cucumber slices, celery sticks, or bell pepper strips
Choose a dip or spread: hummus, ranch, peanut butter, cream cheese, or mustard
Choose a sweet item: cookies, pretzels, granola bar pieces, or fruit snacks
Use a compartment container or small reusable boxes
Portion each food into separate sections
Keep wet items separate from crackers or bread
Pack an ice pack if using meat, dairy, or eggs
Add napkins and a small fork or spoon if needed
Seal the container tightly
Store in the refrigerator until ready to pack
Assemble the lunch the night before or the morning of
Mix and match foods based on preference and availability