Food Recipe Collections & Favorites 10 Sandwiches to Spice Up a Back-to-School Lunch Because life is too short to eat a boring sandwich. By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 30, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Dana Gallagher Does your kid turn up his nose at basic peanut butter and jelly? Make lunchtime more fun with these 10 creative twists. 01 of 10 Roast Beef and Cheddar Roll-Ups Dana Gallagher Turn a standard sandwich into a wrap to perk up your child's lunch. If he's not a fan of spicy food, just leave out the horseradish. Get the recipe. 02 of 10 Smoked Turkey Sandwich With Paprika Mayonnaise John Lawton A touch of paprika gives this sandwich an extra kick. Slices of manchego cheese are a welcome change from the usual Swiss or cheddar. Get the recipe. 03 of 10 Pickled Tuna-Salad Sandwiches Mark Lund Upgrade your child's usual tuna sandwich by adding a spoonful of sweet or dill pickle relish to the mix. Get the recipe. 04 of 10 Cheddar and Apple Sandwich Frances Janisch Fruit and cheese are a natural pair. Kids will love the combination of sweet and salty in this simple yet delicious sandwich. Get the recipe. 05 of 10 Turkey Wraps Anna Williams Use large tortillas to wrap up this kid-friendly lunch, which is dressed up with store-bought pesto. Get the recipe. 06 of 10 Sliced-Egg Sandwich With Herbed Mayonnaise Jens Mortensen Dijon mustard gives a slight tang to this variation on egg salad. Feel free to change the type of bread you use to add more variety to your child's lunchbox. Get the recipe. 07 of 10 Stromboli Anna Williams This pizza sandwich-in-a-roll contains essential kid-friendly ingredients—tomatoes and cheese wrapped up in a chewy crust. Plus, you can sneak in some spinach for an added nutritional boost. Get the recipe. 08 of 10 Prosciutto and Roasted Red Pepper Sandwiches Dana Gallagher If your kid doesn't like prosciutto, substitute salami instead. The roasted vegetables revive an otherwise basic meat-and-cheese combination. Get the recipe. 09 of 10 Chicken Potpie Empanadas Antonis Achilleos Better than the packaged versions you'll find at the store, these pastry pockets are filled with comforting ingredients—shredded chicken, peas, carrots, and onions. Get the recipe. 10 of 10 Roasted Red Peppers and Basil Tuna Sandwich Kana Okada Want to liven up your usual tuna salad? Skip the mayonnaise and add fresh basil, sliced peppers, and a splash of red wine vinegar. Get the recipe. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit