10 Summer Camp Lunch Ideas and Recipes

July 8, 2013
updated Jul 19, 2023

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Fuel your kids with the nutrition they need to get through long, hot days with these healthy lunches for summer camp! Easy to pack and so delicious.

a collage of summer camp lunch ideas and recipes

Just because school is out doesn’t mean I’m not packing lunches anymore! My kids just started summer camp yesterday, which they are so excited about. Between lunches and camp snacks for the kids, my office lunch, and my husband’s lunch, we’re still hard at work in our kitchen packing healthy lunches.

Do your kids go to summer camp? Mine always look forward to seeing their friends and enjoying the outdoors. I know days at summer camp can be long and exhausting, so I want to make sure they have a nutritious lunch and snacks packed to keep them energized.

All of these recipes will fill them up with the nutrition they need for long days in the sun. From sandwiches to wraps to bowls, there’s a recipe in here that your kids will love. They’re all super easy to prepare ahead of time and pack in a lunch box.

Enjoy these delicious recipes, and let us know what you pack for your kids’ summer camp lunches!

Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches with Hummus

5 from 19 votes

These turkey pinwheels sandwiches offer a lot of yum and nutrition in one delicious bite, plus they’re easy to assemble and pack for lunch!

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Peanut Butter Apple Wraps

5 from 15 votes

Get your sweet and savory fix with these peanut butter apple wraps; it’s a tasty combination of fresh ingredients and a healthy school lunch idea.

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Lunch Box Burrito Bowls

5 from 8 votes

Skip the fast-food and make these lunchbox burrito bowls at home with fresh ingredients and your favorite taco night toppings.

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DIY Taco Lunchables

5 from 26 votes

These DIY Taco Lunchables are the perfect quick lunch to make with taco night leftovers.

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Easy Chicken Apple Grilled Sandwich

5 from 16 votes

Try this chicken apple-grilled sandwich for an epic lunch! The crispy apple and melted cheese flavors taste incredible between toasted bread.

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Southwest Quinoa Salad

5 from 17 votes

Mix some nutritious, protein-packed quinoa with veggies and delicious Mexican spices in this vegetarian Southwest Quinoa. Use the leftovers for lunch!

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Turkey & Cheese Sushi on a Stick

5 from 29 votes

Try this turkey and cheese sushi on a stick for a fun way to pack the usual sandwich. It’s easy to assemble and perfect for kids who don’t like crust!

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