One year old bento box ideas

I'm sharing a list of self-feeding daycare lunch ideas for young toddlers 1-2 years old. Easy and quick daycare lunch ideas with no heating required.

Toddler lunch ideas for daycare or preschool that can help you put together easy and healthy lunches on the go for your little ones.

These lunch ideas for 1 year olds will give you inspiration the next time you want to pack a healthy toddler lunch at home or to pack for daycare or preschool.

When planning out bento box ideas for the week, I’m typically focused on the main “dish.” I hope the sides fall into place with what we have in the fridge and pantry. And for the most part? They do. But sometimes, you want to switch it up! So I went on a mission to develop many unique bento box side ideas to keep things fresh. Whether you’re packing for a toddler, a Kindergartener, a teenager, or yourself, here are many fun side ideas to keep your bento box lunches exciting.

28 bento lunch ideas for kids: Pictures of everything I packed in my kids' bento boxes for school lunches for 28 days.

Adjust these portions for the usual appetite of your child. Nutrition will vary based on the ingredients and portions you serve.