20 Simple Meal Ideas for Moms on the Go!

With summer season kicking in full swing, lunchtimes are often spent out at the park, pool, or picnicking somewhere. We shared some On the Go snack ideas for kids recently with some great ideas to pack your kids in the lunchbox. But, now we want to share some easy ideas for us moms. I often neglect my own self, picking at the kids’ leftovers, but am trying hard to take care of my own body so I have enough energy to handle these three kiddos and get myself back into shape. (Why is this so hard the third time around?!)

So read below for some super simple ideas for Meals for Moms on the Go! You can mix and match from the list to make your own delicious lunch. We would love for you to leave a comment with some of your own ideas that we could add to the list.

20 Simple Meal Ideas for Moms on the Go:

Deli Sandwiches
Strawberry Maia Greek Style Yogurt & Granola
Cereal or Granola Bars
Trail Mix (I really like to make my own with various ingredients, but often grab the pre-mixed ones from the store for a quick snack!)
Create Your Own Pita Pockets (Add egg salad, tuna salad, hummus, deli meat, veggies, and more!)
Pasta Salad
Fun and different Peanut Butter and Jelly alternatives
Vegetables and Dip
Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
Smoothies (We are sharing a new recipe below & click here for an old favorite!)
Wrap Sandwiches or Roll-Ups
“Kitchen Sink” Salads: Mix and Match with whatever you have in the fridge!
Larabars
String Cheese/Cheese Cubes
Quinoa Salads
Meat and Cheese Kabobs
Sabra Grab and Go Packs
Crackers and Cheese with Assorted Fruit
Salads in a Jar
Apples and Peanut Butter

Courtney shared this great smoothie recipe with me and now I want to share it with you all, which is perfect for summer!

Pineapple Maia Smoothie

Pineapple Maia Yogurt (Click here to find out more about Maia yogurt. You can find Maia yogurt at select Whole Foods or enter your zip code on their website to find stores near you that carry Maia yogurt!)
Handful of strawberries
Ice

Blend Pineapple Maia yogurt, a handful of strawberries, and ice in blender until smooth!

Pour into glass and ENJOY!