These skewers are an easy way to get kids involved in preparing their own healthy lunches. Any combination of fruits, vegetables and proteins will work to customize this meal. Ask each family member for their favourite ingredient to create an easy meal that everyone will love.
Caprese Salad on a Stick
12 cherry tomatoes
8 baby bocconcini cheese pieces
Chef Salad on a Stick
4 thinly sliced turkey, cut in half and then folded in half
8 cherry tomatoes
8 cheddar cheese, 1-inch cubes
½ avocado, cut into 2-inch pieces (add lemon juice to keep from browning)
Waldorf Salad on a Stick
½ Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 2-inch slices
1 stick of celery, cut into 2-inch slices
1
Prepare all ingredients and set aside for children to add to skewers.
2
Alternate ingredients on the wooden skewers.
Tips for healthy eating
Kids love to choose their own foods and if you have a picky eater in the house this recipe will be a winner! As the parent, provide a variety of foods and your child can choose what and how much of each item to put on their skewers.
Ingredients
Caprese Salad on a Stick
12 cherry tomatoes
8 baby bocconcini cheese pieces
Chef Salad on a Stick
4 thinly sliced turkey, cut in half and then folded in half
8 cherry tomatoes
8 cheddar cheese, 1-inch cubes
½ avocado, cut into 2-inch pieces (add lemon juice to keep from browning)
Waldorf Salad on a Stick
½ Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 2-inch slices
1 stick of celery, cut into 2-inch slices