Whether lunch boxes return untouched or your kids gag when they are being prepped, trying to get your children to eat anything but tuck shop treats can be a nightmare. This is especially true when it comes to kids who are fussy eaters with a long list of foods they do not want to eat. Cape Town-based cooking company Krazy Kiwi Kookbox has offered alternatives to family-oriented meals and found a solution to keep lunch boxes exciting, specially for fussy eaters:
  • Keep it small: Bite-sized items are less overwhelming.
  • Make it colourful: A mix of bright colours can make the meal more appealing.
  • Offer variety: Include different textures and flavours to keep things interesting.
  • Getting involved: Let them help choose or pack their lunch to increase the chance they’ll eat it.
Bring some colour to your child's lunch box with fruit skewers

Must-have main ingredients

  • Mini sandwich skewers: Thread small squares of wholegrain bread, cheese, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber on to skewers for a fun twist on sandwiches.
  • DIY wraps: Provide a small wholegrain wrap with shredded chicken, grated cheese and a few veggies (such as carrots or lettuce) for them to assemble themselves.
  • Egg and veggie cups: Whisk eggs with diced veggies and bake in muffin tins for protein-packed mini quiches.

Schoolyard snacking

  • Fruit kebabs: Alternate pieces of colourful fruit (such as grapes, apple slices and strawberries) on skewers.
  • Homemade Popcorn: Try air-popped popcorn with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a pinch of sea salt for a crunchy and healthy snack.
  • Veggie sticks and dip: Pack carrot, cucumber and bell pepper strips with a small container of hummus or cream cheese.

Sweet tooth

  • Frozen yoghurt drops: Pipe small squirts of yoghurt on to a tray and freeze for a refreshing treat.