Children’s Day 2024: 9 tasty food items to pack in your child’s tiffin box

Mini sandwiches Make sandwiches using whole wheat bread with peanut butter and jelly. Use cookie cutters to give them fun shapes making them more appealing.

Dosa rolls Make usual dosas and cut them into smaller pieces. Pack them with a small container of coconut chutney or sambar.

Lasagna cups These are mini lasagna servings that are filled with cheese, marinara sauce and veggies. This can be a fun and child-friendly meal.

Fruit kebabs Skewer a mix of colourful fruits like strawberries, grapes, pineapple, melon and apples. You can add a small side of yoghurt or honey for dipping.

Vegetable pakoras Prepare a mixture of chickpea flour, spices and finely chopped veggies, then form into little fritters and fry. Pack these yoghurt or chutney for dipping. 

Mini quesadillas Small tortillas with cheese and beans or grilled chicken that are folded and toasted until crispy. 

Idli with coconut chutney Steamed idlis served with a side of coconut chutney and sambar will be loved by your child on this special day.

Mini muffins Healthy homemade muffins made with oats, whole wheat flour, bananas, or applesauce will be an instant hit. You can add flavours like blueberry, pumpkin or chocolate for variety.

Apple slices with nut butter Slice apples and place them in the tiffin with a small container any nut butter for dipping. You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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