This balanced school lunchbox is designed to nourish growing little bodies while keeping tiny tummies full, happy and energised throughout the day. Thoughtfully packed with a mix of protein, healthy fats, fibre and colourful produce, it supports both physical growth and sustained energy for busy school days.
The lamb kofta rice paper rolls provide a rich source of iron and zinc, two key nutrients that support healthy growth, immune function and concentration in toddlers and young children. Paired with ricotta, fresh lettuce and carrot, they offer a gentle balance of protein, calcium and fibre, all wrapped in a soft, easy-to-manage texture perfect for little hands.
The salmon lentil patties add a powerful nutritional boost, combining omega-3 fatty acids for brain development with plant-based fibre and protein from lentils to help keep kids feeling fuller for longer.
The roasted carrots provide beta-carotene for eye health, while the fresh berries add a natural sweetness alongside antioxidants to protect growing little cells.
The homemade blueberry and strawberry gummies are made from real fruit and provide antioxidants and vitamin C without the added sugars in addition to gelatin which supports gut health.
Lamb Koftas & Salmon Lentil Patties - School Lunchbox Edition
This lunchbox delivers a variety of nutrients across different textures and flavours, helping to build confident little eaters. A nourishing, colourful lunchbox that supports growth, development and happy, healthy eating habits.
- Author
- Nourishing Group
- Prep Time
- 25 minutes
- Cook Time
- 2 hours
- Servings
- 1 lunchbox
- Category
Lunchbox
Ingredients
- 3 x Lamb Koftas Finger Food
- 3 x rice paper rolls
- 1 tsp of ricotta cheese per wrap
- ⅛ cup shredded lettuce per wrap
- ⅛ cup grated carrot per wrap
- 4 x 25g Nourishing Bubs Blueberry Puree Cubes
- 125g fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (with no alcohol)
- ⅓ cup of water
- 2 tbsp gelatin
- ½ cooked carrot cut into bite-sized pieces
- Extra virgin olive oil to drizzle on carrots
- ¼ tsp Italian herb blend
- 2 x Salmon Lentil Patties Finger Food
- Large and soft blackberries
- Ripe and soft whole raspberries
- Flat bite-sized pieces of pasteurised mozzarella
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 220°C and line a baking tray with a baking sheet.
- Place bite-sized pieces of carrot on the baking tray and drizzle carrots with olive oil and Italian herb blend.
- Place in the oven along with the lamb koftas and salmon lentil patties and bake for 10 mins. Leave the carrots on for an additional 20 minutes, until the carrot is fork tender and golden.
- To make the lamb wrap, wet a rice paper roll with some warm water and place on a damp towel. Once soft, start assembling wrap with ricotta cheese, lamb koftas, lettuce and carrot. Roll rice paper roll to secure the fillings.Tip: A damp towel stops the rice paper roll from sticking to the surface.
- To make gummies, add blueberry cubes, strawberries, vanilla and water to a pot and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add mixture to a blender and blend until smooth then add the gelatin and blend making sure no lumps of gelatin are left.
- Pour mix into silicone moulds and refrigerate for 2hrs (until solid).
- Assemble lunchbox with lamb roll, gummies, carrots, salmon lentil patties, blackberries, raspberries and mozzarella.