Printable Lunch Planner
Plan a week of lactose-free lunches in 10 minutes. Print, fill in, and go. No more "what's for lunch?" stress.
How to Use This Planner
- Print the template (or fill it digitally).
- Pick 3–5 main proteins (chicken, turkey, tofu, beans, etc.).
- Pick 3–5 sides (rice, pasta, veggies, fruit).
- Rotate them through the week to avoid boredom.
- Add snacks and drinks from our shelf-stable snacks list.
What to Include in Each Lunch
- Protein: meat, fish, tofu, beans, nuts, seeds
- Grain or starch: rice, pasta, bread, crackers, potatoes
- Fruit or veggie: at least one, preferably two
- Snack: nuts, granola bar, popcorn, dried fruit
- Drink: shelf-stable plant-based milk, water, or juice
Pro tip: Use a 3-day rotation. Make 3 lunches on Sunday, repeat them Mon–Tue–Wed, make 3 new ones Thu–Fri–Sat. Kids adapt to patterns, and you save time.
Template Sections
The printable includes:
- Weekly grid (Monday–Friday)
- Protein rotation ideas
- Side dish checklist
- Snack & drink reminders
- Notes section for dietary updates
📄 How to Print: Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac), then click "Print" or "Save as PDF". This planner is optimized for printing.