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4. Pasta, Fruits & Veggies
If you’ve got a great thermos that keeps goodies nice and warm (or your kids don’t mind cold stuff), packing some pasta is a great nut-free option. It will fill up the kiddos and keep their allergic friends safe. Accompany pasta with fruits, veggies and a special treat and there will be no missing the peanut butter!
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5. Nut-Free Spreads For Sandwiches
One of the best things about living in this day and age is that because so many people have food allergies, companies have come up with great alternatives. Products like Sun Butter, a spread made from sunflowers, is a nut-free spread that is much like peanut butter in taste and texture. If your kid is strictly a PB&J kid, this is a great way to keep them happy while keeping their allergic friends safe. Make a SB&J sandwich and pair with some fruits and veggies and they’ll never know the difference.
ChaosAndConfections.blogspot.com has this idea and many more for creating healthy nut-free lunches that will keep your kids happy!
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6. Hard-Boiled Eggs
Hard-Boiled eggs are a great alternative to nut products because they still pack a lot of protein. They are easy to prepare in advance, and in bulk qualities. You can make them fun like in the photo above, or leave them in the shell for a fun little lunchtime peeling activity (if your kids are in to that sort of thing!). Pack with some cheese, crackers and fruit and you’ve got a pretty fun and healthy lunch.
Check out Blog.BrightHorizons.com for even more nut-free lunch ideas!