Any parent knows when the kids are home for the summer, the cravings for snacks come often. You need to be prepared when your kids want something to snack on between meals. That said, you also want to be sure they’re enjoying healthy treats.

You might also be too busy to make these treats sometimes. Consider ordering from a kids meal delivery service throughout the summer to ensure your children will always eat well despite your busy schedule.

And, on the occasions when you do have some free time to offer your kids some tasty and nutritious snacks you made yourself, consider these options. Your kids will love them, and you won’t have to spend a lot of time making them.

Tasty Roll-Ups

This simple snack can pack a lot of flavor (and nutrition). To make it, spread a layer of pesto on one side of a whole wheat tortilla, then add a slice of lean deli meat (such as roasted turkey or roasted chicken breast) and a slice of your kids’ favorite cheese. Roll it all up and cut it into small slices for snacking.

Watermelon

As the name implies, eating watermelon helps you stay hydrated, which is very important for active kids in the summer.

Serving watermelon in snack form is also incredibly easy. All you have to do is cut up a watermelon into wedges, work a popsicle stick into the rind, and you’re all set!

Veggies

Don’t overlook the basics! This snack is ideal for a busy parent because it’s one you can easily make ahead of time. Just arrange some baby carrots and cucumber slices on a tray with dip, cover it, and place it in the fridge, letting your kids know it’s always there when they want a quick snack.

Caprese Snack

If your kids want something a little fancier to snack on from time to time, they may like this treat, which simply involves arranging rows of cherry tomatoes, small mozzarella chunks, and basil on a skewer, along with salt and pepper to taste.

Kiwi from the Freezer

It’s amazing how kiwi can taste like the perfect summer treat when you leave it in the freezer for a little while. For this snack, slice a peeled kiwi into rounds, insert a popsicle stick into one end of each piece, and arrange them on a plate. Cover the plate with parchment, put it in the freezer, and serve when the kiwi pieces are thoroughly frozen.