WEAU-TV (NBC) has a new “School’s in Session” feature that shares new information and back to school tips in a COVID-19 world.
This week, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Ruth Chipps, MS, RDN with Jackson In Action health living coalition, shared quick and cost-effective ideas for packing a healthy lunch.
“Make a snack wrap on a tortilla flat— healthy eating is where it’s at.”
What's for lunch? That mid-day meal is essential for energy throughout the day—a time for re-fueling.
The National School Lunch Program is a balanced option but if brown bagging is the choice, here are a few ideas that are budget-friendly and healthy. It's as easy as 1 – 2 – 3.
STEP 1: Select a protein source:
Boiled eggs
Hummus (Garbanzo bean spread)
Peanut butter
Sliced luncheon meat
String cheese / cottage cheese
STEP 2: Select a grain:
Tortilla – whole grain
Brown Rice
Pasta
Bread
Cereal
STEP 3: Color it with the rainbow:
Carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, tomatoes, broccoli
Healthy and budget friendly lunch ideas
Make a snack wrap on a tortilla flat. Healthy eating is where it's at!
Hummus Lunch Wrap
Great tasting lunch option with protein choice (hummus), whole grain wrap and colorful vegetables.
Hummus Lunch Wrap
(Photo: www.hopefoods.com)
1 whole wheat tortilla (8 inches)
3 Tablespoons hummus (chick pea spread)
1/4 cup torn mixed salad greens
2 Tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion (optional)
2 Tablespoons thinly sliced cucumber
2 Tablespoons shredded carrot
1 Tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette (optional)
Spread hummus over tortilla. Layer with salad greens, onion, cucumber and carrot. Drizzle with vinaigrette. Roll up tightly. Wrap with plastic wrap until ready to eat.
More recipes featuring harvest of the month: www.JacksonandAction.org
