The ubiquitous peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a classic lunchbox staple.
Here are nine alternatives you may not have thought of to the old standby PB&J.
Guacamole
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Guacamole is hearty enough to stand on its own as a sandwich topping.
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It goes especially well in pitas and tortillas and makes a nice counterpart to chicken.
And the rich green color may appeal to an adventurous child.
Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
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Many families buy cranberry sauce once a year at Thanksgiving.
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But its a lovely counterpart to turkey or chicken sandwiches throughout the school year.
Consider adding mayonnaise to your turkey-and-cranberry sandwiches to keep the bread from getting soggy.
High in protein, its especially good for vegetarian families.
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Try blue cheese, ranch, or Thousand Island dressing.
Bean Dips
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Like hummus, Mexican-inspired bean dips make hearty sandwich spreads.
Serve them with Colby-Jack or Asadero cheese and some salsa.
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Both are peanut- and tree nut-free, although soy nut butter is obviously not safe for children withsoy allergies.
Almond butter, cashew butter, and hazelnut butter are relatively widely available.
Your child may be a picky eater, and may balk at something thats not truly peanut-like.
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Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.Soy Allergy.
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