School Lunch Ideas Yogurt: Fun and Delicious Ways to Keep Kids Happy!

School Lunch Ideas Yogurt: Fun and Delicious Ways to Keep Kids Happy!

By Sara Taylor

School Lunch Ideas Yogurt: Fun and Delicious Ways to Keep Kids Happy!

By Sara Taylor
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Packing a lunch for my kid makes it feel like I am negotiating everyday. However, the good thing is I can always include yogurt because it is creamy and goes with a lot of things. Here are 10 ideas for lunches with yogurt that are quick, easy to pack, and (hopefully) come home empty.

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1) Berry Yogurt Parfait

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This parfait looks like a dessert but it's actually a balanced lunch option.

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a berry yogurt parfait in a small clear jar shot wide in landscape orientation on a bright kitchen counter, visible layers of creamy yogurt, red berries, and golden granola, natural light, shallow depth of field, fresh berries and a lunchbox blurred in the background

Berry Yogurt Parfait

Creamy yogurt, juicy berries, and crunchy granola come together in a sweet and satisfying lunchbox parfait.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 parfait
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries
  • 1/3 cup granola
  • 1 tbsp honey

Method
 

  1. Spoon a layer of yogurt into the bottom of a small jar or container.
  2. Add a layer of mixed berries.
  3. Sprinkle a layer of granola over the berries.
  4. Repeat the layers until the jar is full.
  5. Drizzle with honey and seal the lid for packing.

Notes

Pack the granola separately and add at lunch if you want it extra crunchy.

2) Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

creamy Greek yogurt chicken salad shot wide in landscape orientation in a bowl on a wooden table, studded with halved grapes and celery, a few crackers alongside, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox softly blurred behind

By substituting mayo for Greek yogurt, this chicken salad becomes lighter while still maintaining a creamy consistency. This variation will work perfectly for smaller sandwiches.

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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Shredded chicken mixed with Greek yogurt, celery, and grapes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 stalk celery finely diced
  • 1/2 cup grapes halved
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, celery, and grapes in a bowl.
  2. Add the lemon juice and salt.
  3. Stir gently until everything is coated and creamy.
  4. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
  5. Pack into a container, or spread on bread or crackers for lunch.

Notes

This keeps well in the fridge for up to three days.

3) Yogurt and Granola Bars

yogurt and granola bars cut into neat squares arranged wide in landscape orientation on a parchment-lined board, chewy oat base with creamy white topping and chocolate chips, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox blurred in the background

No-bake bars are a fun way to add yogurt to the lunchbox without needing a spoon!

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Yogurt and Granola Bars

Oat and granola bars that are chewy and no-bake. They have a yogurt layer that is creamy and frozen so that they can be cut and eaten.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Stir together the oats, honey, and peanut butter until well combined.
  2. Press the oat mixture firmly into a parchment-lined pan.
  3. Spread the Greek yogurt evenly over the top.
  4. Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.
  5. Freeze for at least 2 hours until firm, then slice into bars (see notes).

Notes

Keep the bars frozen and they'll thaw to perfect by lunchtime.

4) Fruit and Yogurt Smoothie

a creamy fruit and yogurt smoothie poured into a glass and a thermos shot wide in landscape orientation on a kitchen counter, soft pink color with fresh fruit beside it, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox blurred in the background

Putting this smoothie in a thermos makes this the easiest lunch win!

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Fruit and Yogurt Smoothie

A thermos packs perfectly a creamy blended smoothie of yogurt, banana, and frozen fruit.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 smoothies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt
  • 1 banana
  • 1 cup frozen mixed fruit
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp honey

Method
 

  1. Add the yogurt, banana, frozen fruit, milk, and honey to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add a splash more milk if it's too thick.
  4. Pour into an insulated thermos or bottle.
  5. Keep chilled until lunchtime.

Notes

An insulated bottle keeps it cold and frosty until the lunch bell.

5) Vegetable Yogurt Dip

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Grab some vegetable sticks and pack it along with this creamy dip. You might just see those carrots go!

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Vegetable Yogurt Dip

A herby yogurt ranch dip that is great for dunking crunchy carrot, cucumber, and pepper sticks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cups mixed veggie sticks

Method
 

  1. Stir together the Greek yogurt, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice.
  2. Season with a pinch of salt.
  3. Spoon the dip into a small lidded container.
  4. Pack the veggie sticks in a separate container or bag.
  5. Keep chilled until lunch.

Notes

Make a big batch of dip on Sunday and portion it out all week.

6) Yogurt and Cucumber Sandwich

a yogurt and cucumber sandwich cut into halves shot wide in landscape orientation on a plate, soft bread with creamy spread and crisp cucumber layers visible, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox blurred in the background

This sandwich is light and different from the regular sandwiches we pack for lunch. It is creamy and crunchy.

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Yogurt and Cucumber Sandwich

Soft bread with herbed yogurt and crisp cucumber layered for a fresh and easy sandwich.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices soft bread
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Stir the dill and salt into the Greek yogurt.
  2. Spread the herbed yogurt on all four bread slices.
  3. Layer cucumber slices on two of the slices.
  4. Top with the remaining bread, yogurt side down.
  5. Cut into halves or fun shapes for packing.

Notes

Pat the cucumber slices dry so the sandwich stays from getting soggy.

7) Honey-Lime Yogurt Dressing

a small bowl of creamy honey-lime yogurt dressing shot wide in landscape orientation on a bright counter, surrounded by colorful fruit pieces, lime wedges nearby, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox blurred in the background

This fun dressing gets kids excited about bland fruits cups and salad!

a small bowl of creamy honey-lime yogurt dressing shot wide in landscape orientation on a bright counter, surrounded by colorful fruit pieces, lime wedges nearby, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox blurred in the background

Honey-Lime Yogurt Dressing

Great on fruit or greens, this yogurt dressing with honey and lime is sweet and tangy!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp lime zest
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
  2. Stir in the lime zest and a pinch of salt.
  3. Taste and add a little more honey if you want it sweeter.
  4. Spoon into a small lidded container.
  5. Pack alongside a fruit cup or salad for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

Pack it as a dip and let kids drizzle it themselves at lunch.

8) Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken

sliced yogurt-marinated grilled chicken shot wide in landscape orientation on a cutting board, golden charred edges and juicy slices fanned out, natural light, shallow depth of field, lemon wedges and a lunchbox blurred in the background

If you want to keep your chicken super tender, then marinating it in yogurt is the way to go. And, it's just as good for tomorrow's lunch!

sliced yogurt-marinated grilled chicken shot wide in landscape orientation on a cutting board, golden charred edges and juicy slices fanned out, natural light, shallow depth of field, lemon wedges and a lunchbox blurred in the background

Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken

Grilled chicken strips juicy chicken strips marinated in spiced yogurt and perfect for sandwiches, wraps or protein for your lunchbox.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Stir together the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, and salt.
  2. Coat the chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Grill or pan-cook the chicken over medium heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice.
  5. Cool and pack into containers, wraps, or sandwiches for lunch.

Notes

Cook a batch ahead and it'll keep for several lunches in the fridge.

9) Yogurt With Mixed Nuts and Honey

a cup of thick yogurt topped with mixed nuts and honey shot wide in landscape orientation on a bright counter, glossy honey drizzle and a dusting of cinnamon, natural light, shallow depth of field, a lunchbox blurred in the background

The best combinations can be the simplest ones — like creamy yogurt, crunchy nuts, and honey. You can't go wrong with that!

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Yogurt With Mixed Nuts and Honey

Here is a quick stuck yogurt topped with a mix of nuts and a drizzle of honey for a simple and filling lunch.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mixed nuts chopped
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Spoon the Greek yogurt into a small container.
  2. Sprinkle the chopped mixed nuts over the top.
  3. Drizzle with honey.
  4. Dust with a little cinnamon.
  5. Seal and pack, keeping the nuts on top until lunch.

Notes

Check your school's nut policy and swap in seeds if needed.

10) Yogurt and Berry Wrap

yogurt and berry wraps cut in half shot wide in landscape orientation on a board, soft tortillas revealing creamy yogurt and colorful berries inside, natural light, shallow depth of field, fresh berries and a lunchbox blurred behind

This sweet wrap, packed like a fruity little burrito, is a fun handheld lunch that is great for on the go!

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Yogurt and Berry Wrap

Just roll some fresh berries in a soft tortilla with some sweet yogurt for a on-the-go lunch treat!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 wraps
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole wheat tortillas
  • 2/3 cup vanilla yogurt
  • 1 cup mixed berries
  • 2 tbsp granola
  • 1 tbsp honey

Method
 

  1. Lay the tortillas out flat.
  2. Spread a layer of vanilla yogurt over each, leaving a border around the edge.
  3. Scatter mixed berries and granola over the yogurt.
  4. Drizzle with honey.
  5. Roll up snugly and cut in half for packing.

Notes

Wrap each one tightly in parchment so it holds together in the lunchbox.
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