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7 on-the-go healthy recipes

Try these portable recipes that are not only delicious and healthy, but easy to pack up and take with you on family adventures.

By Eshun Mott
7 on-the-go healthy recipes

7 on-the-go healthy recipes

Healthy, tasty and portable meals

The following recipes are as nourishing and scrumptious when eaten at home as they are when packed up and eaten out and about.

For food to fuel your family's adventures, look no further than here!

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Crispy Bulgur Falafel Patties

These amazing non-greasy falafel patties are yummy when rolled up in a lettuce leaf with a little chopped tomato and tzatziki.

Get the recipe here: Crispy Bulgur Falafel Patties

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Tuna Melt Calzones

Introducing the tastiest tuna melt you've ever had, enclosed in a pizza crust and combined with a bit of muscle-building spinach to transform it into a balanced dinner.

These calzones can be served at room temperature, too.

Get the recipe here: Tuna Melt Calzones

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Zesty Roasted Broccoli

Any kids who say they don't like broccoli may have to eat their words after trying this delicious crispy roasted broccoli tossed with lemon zest!

Get the recipe here: Zesty Roasted Broccoli

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Mini Meatball Subs

Soup isn't the only hot meal you can keep in a Thermos. Warm up your family with these tasty saucy meatballs.

Piled into crusty rolls with cheese and greens, they make a satisfying meal.

Get the recipe here: Mini Meatball Subs

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Sweet & Sour Carrot Slaw

Turn simple carrots into an exciting slaw with just a few staple pantry ingredients. Even better, this carrot slaw develops in flavour if you make it in advance!

Get the recipe here: Sweet & Sour Carrot Slaw

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7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Fried Chicken Bites

This recipe has all the deliciousness of real fried chicken in bite-sized, bone-free pieces. You won't believe how much better the homemade version tastes.

Bring along some hot sauce and honey for dipping, and some moist towelettes for your fingers.

Get the recipe here: Fried Chicken Bites

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Baby Bok Choy & Noodles

This savoury noodle dish is perfect hot or cold, and it's a great way to introduce bok choy to your kids (if they aren't already fans).

Get the recipe here: Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Baby Bok Choy & Noodles

7 on-the-go healthy recipesPhoto: Andrew Grinton

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This article was originally published on Mar 04, 2013

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