Healthy Lunchbox Week is an initiative of Nutrition Australia that aims to inspire Aussie families to create healthy, nutritious, and enjoyable lunchboxes and runs from the 4-10th of February. On average children consume around 30% of their daily food intake at school which predominantly comes
Ingredients 500 grams lean pork or turkey mince 1 garlic clove crushed 2 teaspoons fresh ginger finely grated 1 medium carrot, grated 1 small can water chestnuts drained and finely chopped 2 shallots finely chopped 1.5 tablespoons oyster sauce 1.5 tablespoons sweet soy sauce 2
Ingredients 2 x tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 x brown onion, finely diced 2 x cloves garlic, crushed 1 x carrot, finely diced 1 x large celery stalk, finely diced ½ cup chopped mushrooms 1 x 400g tin diced tomatoes 400g can brown lentils
Ingredients 10 wooden skewers, soaked in water 1kg diced lamb, fat trimmed 5 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp dried oregano 2 tsp dried thyme 2 tablespoons moroccan spice ⅓ cup chopped parsley 2 x lemons juice 1 x red onion cut into squares for skewers
Ingredients Chicken Marinade 2 x large chicken breasts, sliced into half and flattened 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Juice of 2
Ingredients 500g lean beef mince 1 garlic cloves, finely diced 1 medium brown onion, finely diced 2 tablespoons basil pesto 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1 small zucchini, grated, moisture squeezed out ¼ cup wholemeal breadcrumbs 1 x egg Salt & pepper 1 tbsp extra virgin
These muesli cookies are the perfect swap for store-bought muesli bars that are often full of hidden sugar. Oats are an excellent source of soluble fibre which helps to keep you fuller for longer, lower blood sugar levels after eating and improve heart health by
These banana pancakes are a quick, healthy, protein-packed recipe ideal for breakfast or a satisfying snack. Bananas provide slow-releasing energy and provide sweetness without the need for added sugar. Oats are loaded with soluble fibre that helps fuel the good bacteria in our gut and
These bliss balls are the perfect afternoon pick me up and take virtually no time to make. Almonds are packed with heart healthy fats, protein and fibre to help keep you feeling full and energised. They’re also a good source of vitamin E, a powerful
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are an excellent source of protein and fibre, meaning they are excellent at keeping you full and promoting a healthful digestive tract. Chickpeas are an excellent source of carbohydrate and have a low glycaemic index (GI) which means they