Healthy Lunchbox Snack Mix #SundaySupper
Back to School time again, I know where did the summer go?? We had a full-on running summer, it was good, lots of fun but very, very busy. I am looking forward to some R&R over the next couple of weeks before back to school is actually here. We are fortunate now to have a lunch program at my daughter’s school that is affordable and something that she loves!!
In saying that, I still pack her a lunch of snacks every day as she is a huge eater (and so skinny) and she is starving throughout the day and right after school for sure. Many days I get a text from her simply saying “Bring Food” and our drive home is only 5 min. That is her, she loves her food and needs her nutrition.
I want to provide a healthy snack and fresh fruit and vegetables. She is a good eater as I said and will eat for the most part what is served to her. So a Healthy Lunchbox Snack Mix is right up her alley, mixed in with all her favorite snacks together as one. It is easy to make up a big bowl or bag at the beginning of the week and then fill containers as needed. Cuts down on waste too by using containers in place of sandwich bags.
Today is hosted by DB from Crazy Foodie Stunts and Caroline from Caroline’s Cooking. Thank you both for a job well done and for this fantastic theme today.
Next week, we start to get her back-to-school supplies in order. Pens and papers, pencils and erasers, binders and booklets. It is nice to have a great list of recipes at the ready for their breakfast, lunchbox, after-school snack, dinner and treats. This post will provide you with all that! Get yourself armed with great recipes so that you can tackle back to school with a breeze!
There are lots of delicious ingredients that are going into this amazing snack mix, somethings that maybe your kids haven’t tried yet and I am sure will love. It is peanut-free too so you don’t have to worry about taking it to school.

Healthy Lunchbox Snack Mix #SundaySupper
A fun and healthy snack mix for kids or adult lunchboxes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup assorted rice crackers
- 1 cup banana chips
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup whole pumpkin seeds or pepitas
- 4 cups popcorn
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together. Store in an airtight container and serve in smaller containers for the lunchbox.
Recipe adapted from Ready, Steady, Lunchbox by Lucy Broadhurst
Here are some fabulous recipes to help you with that back-to-school slump, ENJOY!!
Getting Started On School Days
- Caramel Apple Granola by What Smells So Good?
- Cinnamon Chocolate Overnight Oats by Whole Food | Real Families
- Funfetti French Toast by Brunch with Joy
- PB&J Muffins by Sew You Think You Can Cook
Ideas for the Lunchbox
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich by Cooking Chat
- Healthy Lunchbox Snack Mix by Noshing with the Nolands
- Mini Pepperoni Calzones by The Redhead Baker
- Turkey Bacon Ranch Wrap by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls by Curious Cuisiniere
After School Snacks and Beverages
- Back to School Cookies by The Freshman Cook
- Fruit ‘n Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bites by The Weekend Gourmet
- Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits by An Appealing Plan
- Mother’s Ruin Punch by Food Lust People Love
- “Nut Butter” Rice Crispy Balls by Books n’ Cooks
- Parmesan Crisps Recipe by Life Tastes Good
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Monkey Bread by Grumpy’s Honeybunch
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Apple Nachos by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Waffle Pizzas by Our Good Life
School Night Suppers
- Oven Fried Portabello Mushroom Fries by Food Done Light
- Peanut Chicken Cutlets by Magnolia Days
- Smoked Salmon Ravioli with Cream Sauce by Crazy Foodie Stunts
- Turmeric Chicken and Couscous by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Sweets to End the Day
- Gluten-Free Almond Joy Cupcakes by NinjaBaker
- M&M Chocolate Chunk Cookies by Fantastical Sharing of Recipes
- Oreo Rice Krispy Treats by The Crumby Cupcake
- Paleo Cherry Blondies by Pies and Plots
- Stuffed Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
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Comments & Reviews
Renee Dobbs says
This is a snack mix I need to have around for my mid-afternoon hungries. Better than my usual granola bar.
Neeli @ Neeli's Unique Creations says
This snack looks so good and it has a couple of my favorite items in it. I used to love those banana chips because of their super crunchy texture and I love cranberries. Yum.
Liz says
What a delicious array of ingredients in your snack mix! I’d love a big batch on hand to munch on!!!
Linda | Brunch with Joy says
Oh yum! I can munch on this lunchbox snack all day (especially where rice crackers is involved).
Wendy (The Weekend Gourmet) says
I love this combo of flavors and textures…I need to make a batch to keep at my desk for the afternoon munchies!
Stacy says
I used to fix something similar and leave a container in the car for those times when the munchies would hit. I need to start doing that again, Tara. Your combo sounds great!
Laura Dembowski says
I love snack mixes, especially with popcorn! It has become my favorite snack!
Liz @ Books n' Cooks says
I make a similar trail mix – but yours has double the ingredients. I’m definitely going to give your version a shot to change it up!
Bernie Dezenski says
I don’t pack a lunch, but sure could use this for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up!
Teri@The Freshman Cook says
This is a snack that I could really enjoy myself! Love everything in it!
The Ninja Baker says
Yay to the osenbei rice crackers, Tara! Reminds me of childhood (and current) snacks. Your photos are sensational by the way. P.s. Your daughter sounds adorable. Love that she texts you “bring food!” =)
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
This would be great for road trips too!
David @ CookingChat says
a good healthy mix! I’m sure I’ll be getting texts like that when our son gets his own phone, which is probably around the corner.
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
This is such a great mix! We’re big on the snack mixes, but we’ve never made one with popcorn. Can’t wait to try it out!
Janette@culinaryginger says
I’d love to snack on nuts and fruit because it’s a filling snack so this is great well rounded snack for kids.
peter @feedyoursoultoo says
Very timely post and very healthy idea.
Florian @ContentednessCooking says
Beautiful and delicious snackbox, yum!
Sarah says
LOVE this idea! Might swing it for Home Ec too
Nicole Neverman says
Gorgeous mixture of ingredients in this mix! What a great back to school idea 🙂
Joanne T Ferguson says
What a great, healthy lunch box snack that I could enjoy any time Tara! Pinned and shared!
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says
My husband would love a big jar of this on his desk at work!
DB, Foodie Stuntman | Crazy Foodie Stunts says
You could package this and sell it in stores. Very good idea!
Debra says
I would love this for a midnight snack right about now, the heck with the lunch box!! 😀 Looks terrific!!