Yogurt and Granola Lunch Box
A balanced and customizable parfait-style lunch that combines protein-rich yogurt with crunchy granola and fresh fruit for a nutritious alternative to sandwiches.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 8 minutes mins
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 1 lunch box
Calories 325 kcal
Main Components
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt higher protein content than regular yogurt
- 1/4 cup homemade or low-sugar granola
- 1/2 cup fresh berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
Start with your Greek yogurt base in a small container with a tight-fitting lid. If using plain yogurt, stir in a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to taste, along with the optional vanilla extract for extra flavor.
Place your granola in a separate small container or compartment of your lunch box. This critical step keeps the granola crisp until eating time.
Wash and dry your berries thoroughly. If using strawberries, hull and quarter them for easier eating. Place them in a separate silicone cup or compartment.
Sprinkle chia seeds, flaxseeds, or a combination on top of your yogurt or in a tiny container. These small powerhouses add omega-3 fatty acids and fiber without changing the taste profile significantly.
Arrange all containers in your lunch box alongside an ice pack to keep everything cool and food-safe until lunchtime. Position the ice pack closest to the yogurt container.
For younger kids, measure out a smaller portion of granola (2-3 tablespoons) to prevent waste.
For a lunch box that will sit for several hours before eating, choose firmer berries like blueberries or strawberries rather than more delicate raspberries.
For kids who might be skeptical of visible seeds, you can mix them directly into the yogurt where they'll be less noticeable.
With a properly positioned ice pack, yogurt will stay food-safe for 4-5 hours. Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword Yogurt Parfait, Packed Lunch, Healthy Lunch, No-Cook Lunch, Kid-Friendly