Formula for the perfect 'back-to-school' sandwich
Daily MailA child nutrition expert has revealed the formula for the ‘perfect’ back-to-school sandwich. Paediatric nutritionist Mandy Sacher said parents can make a variety of healthy sandwiches for their children’s school lunches by sticking to the formula that aims to ensure kids receive the ideal ratio of nutrients from their sandwich. Paediatric nutritionist Mandy Sacher said parents can make a variety of healthy sandwiches for their children’s school lunches by sticking to the formula They include a new take on the traditional chicken sandwich, which contains two slices of wholegrain or sourdough bread, chicken cooked to preference, unsalted butter or avocado and lettuce, tomato and cucumber. ‘Our sandwich formula reveals the food groups and quantities that should be included in a sandwich for children, rather than specific ingredients, allowing parents to tailor it according to every child’s tastes, dietary needs, and make healthy sandwiches.’ She added that the misconception that food that is healthy must also be expensive is what led her to partner with the supermarket. 'PERFECT' SANDWICH OPTIONS Wholegrain Chicken and Lettuce Salad: Bakers Life Light Rye Vienna, 2 slices Willowton Free Range Chicken, 65g-100g or size of child’s palm, leftovers/cooked to preference Beautifully Butterfully Butter, 1 tsp or avocado, ¼ slice Lettuce, 2-3 leaves Tomato, 3 slices Cucumber, 3 slices Healthiest Low Sodium Cheese Sandwich: Bakers Life Light Rye Vienna or Bakers Life Multigrain Sourdough, 2 slices Emporium Selection Bocconcini, 30g-40g or 3-4 balls Beautifully Butterfully Butter, unsalted 1 tsp Baby spinach, ¼ cup Tomato, 3 slices Red or Green capsicum, 2 slices Healthy Sourdough Tuna and Cheese Sandwich or Healthy Omega -3 Rich Salmon and Cheese Sandwich: Bakers Life Multigrain Sourdough, 2 slices Portview Tuna Chunks 1 tin or 65g-75g Emporium Selection Bocconcini, 30g-40g or 3-4 balls Just Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1.5 tsp Lettuce, 2-3 leaves Shredded carrot, 1-2tbps Diced cucumber, 1 tbsp