Special Meatless Monday Kids' Lunch Edition! Vegan, Gluten-Free, Raw
Some simple and delicious ideas for kids' lunches that are balanced without having meat, dairy, or eggs in them.
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1
cup
raw almonds
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3/4
cup
raisins
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1
cup
chocolate chips
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Blend all ingredients into a high powered blender. I use a Vitamix with the tamper. You will need something to press the ingredients down into the blender because the raisins do stick!
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Place the mixture onto a piece of parchment paper and scoop out a tablespoon at a time into mini baking cups.
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These taste best when eaten right away, but if you do have leftovers they can be stored in the refrigerator (covered) for up to 3 days.
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NOTE: There will be a greasy-like consistency because of the raisins - this is normal. Once the mixture sets and is exposed to air, the greasiness goes away. You can always use less raisins, but in the past when I have tried, it didn't work out as well
Note: I do not believe anyone should worry about counting calories, but here is the nutritional information for one serving
Calories: 113kcal | Fat: 6g | Saturated fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 105mg | Carbohydrates: 13g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Protein: 2g | Vitamin A: 20% | Vitamin C: 0.4% | Calcium: 34% | Iron: 0.6%