Get ready for back-to-school on the Autoimmune Protocol with my Paleo AIP School Lunch Roundup!
Ready for a tasty variety of flavourful lunch ideas to pack for your back-to-schooler? These AIP compliant recipes are sure to please any kid (or big kid) with perfectly packable, allergy-friendly foods. They are all gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, nut-free, and egg-free, too!
I rounded up for you my favorite Paleo Autoimmune Protocol recipes that are delicious either chilled or reheated. They’ll help you stick to the elimination phase while avoiding the boring “canned-tuna-and-lettuce-and-plantain-chips-AGAIN??” rut.
Read on to get the yummy recipes!
SNACK: AIP Friendly Trail Mix
I decided to make my own trail mix so I didn’t have to miss the less healthy non AIP friendly version. Since I first made this recipe I have thought of so many other ingredients I could add to this recipe: dried cranberries, banana chips, carob chocolate chunks, plantain chips, cinnamon! The possibilities are endless, and this AIP Friendly Trail Mix makes the perfect back-to-school snack.
Here’s an AIP “Cheerio” Granola that you’ll love just as much!
SALAD: AIP Chicken Shawarma Salad
“AIP Chicken Shawarma Salad is an easy and delicious way to up your salad protein game at lunch while sticking to your protocol. With strong flavors that work with just about any meat, it’s hard to get tired of this savory dish.” – Recipe by Healing Autoimmune.
Love salads? Check out this AIP Salad Roundup!
KETO: Meatballs & Broccolini
AIP Chicken Meatballs are quick and easy to make, a good source of protein, and travel well, provided you can keep them in a cooler. Serve them hot or cold with chilled or reheated Garlic & Lemon Broccolini, a quick and easy recipe that makes a great side dish that’s also low carb.
Check out this post for more Keto AIP recipes!
PIZZA: AIP Pizza
“This AIP Pizza is made with a chewy, foldable crust.” Served reheated or cold, it’s nightshade-free sauce is divine, & the dairy-free cheese topping is so, so good. – Recipe and image by Grazed & Enthused.
You can use this Carrot Marinara by KC Natural to cut down on prep time. (Hello, stress-saver!)
CARB-UP, PROTEIN-UP: Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Ground Beef
AIP Hasselback Sweet Potatoes are delicious, super easy to make, and remind me of an appetizer you would get at a restaurant! Serve reheated with your choice of the recipe from this AIP Skillet Ground Beef 3 Ways and you’ve got a hearty lunch to rev up your carb load and protein grams!
Try this combo drizzled with one of these delicious sauces from the blog archives for an added flavor and fat boost!
SLOW COOKER / PRESSURE COOKER: Shredded Pumpkin Chicken
“This AIP Shredded Pumpkin Chicken is perfectly seasoned and shredded for simple dinners and make-ahead lunches! Stovetop pressure cooker and slow cooker instructions included.” – Recipe and image by Real Food & Love.
Love all things pumpkin? You’ll adore this tasty collection of 6 AIP Pumpkin Recipes.
CASSEROLE: AIP Creamy Chicken Bake
During the week I do not have the time or energy to cook a multi-step recipe, so this AIP Creamy Chicken Bake is perfect, and reheats beautifully for lunch-able leftovers!
Here’s a classic AIP Tuna Casserole and a delicious AIP Creamy Beef & Cauli Rice Casserole that you’ll want to make again and again.
LUNCH MEAT: Homemade Uncured Deli Chicken
“A simple DIY brine recipe for heavenly thin and juicy lunch meat.” This AIP Homemade Deli Chicken Breast is great for compliant sandwich slices, lettuce wraps or snacking with raw veggies on the side! – Recipe and image by The Unskilled Cavewoman.
SOUP: Simple Avocado Chicken Soup
“This Simple Avocado Chicken Soup runs on just FIVE…basic ingredients: broth, seasonings, coconut oil, chicken, and avocado. Each of them are nourishing, body-loving, tasty additions.” – Recipe and image by Unrefined Junkie.
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AFTER SCHOOL TREATS: AIP Cinnamon Coconut Raisin Cookies & Chocolate Crispy Squares
If you’re craving a sweet treat after a long day at school or the office, come home to a batch of these Cinnamon Coconut Raisin Cookies or a tray of these Paleo Chocolate Crispy Squares (which have an AIP option).
Enjoy a serving with a cup of hot or chilled coffee substitute, and put your feet up. You deserve it!
I hope this Paleo AIP School Lunch Roundup helps you feel more prepared for back-to-school!
What are you doing to get yourself ready? As an educator and Autoimmune Protocol coach, I’d love to hear! Leave me a comment below.
