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Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
This appendix contains four weeks of sample menus for breakfast and lunch for elementary, middle, and high school and a prototype of a menu checking tool developed by the committee. In some cases in the menus that follow, food descriptions are more limited than they should be when planning actual menus. The committee did not have access to a complete, up-to-date nutrient data base that covers all the many food products available for use in school meals, and these products differ somewhat among school districts. See discussion of limitations of the nutrient analyses in under “Criterion 1” in Chapter 9. The food items used in the menus were derived from the third School Nutrition Dietary Assessment study database and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
The sample menus that appear in this appendix are meant to illustrate how the recommended standards for meal planning may be translated into menus in a variety of circumstances. They are not intended to serve as cycle menus. Sample menus were planned using the recommended standards for meal planning (Table S-2). Additional elements that were considered included the following:
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-1 Sample Breakfast Menus: Elementary School
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (¼ c)
WW French Toast Sticks (1 oz egg)
LF Blueberry Muffin (1.8 oz) and LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
WW Waffle Sticks (2 oz) and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Cheese Omelet Wrap (1.25 oz egg and cheese, 10” tortilla)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with Peanut Butter (2 T)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Wedges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Strawberries (thawed frozen ½ c)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (¼ c)
WG Pancakes (2 oz) with Scrambled Egg (1 large)
Breakfast Pizza (2 T pizza sauce, 1 oz LF mozzarella cheese) on WW English Muffin
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with RF Cheddar Cheese (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
Belgian Waffle (2 oz) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Scrambled Eggs (1.25 oz) with WW Toast (1 slice)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF String Cheese (1 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and Walnuts (1 oz)
Peanut Butter and Jelly Uncrustable (with soy)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (¼ c)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) with LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
WW Apple Cinnamon Loaf (3 oz) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (¼ c)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) with LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
WG Turkey Sausage, Cheese Breakfast Pizza (1.5 oz)
Breakfast Burrito (3.75 oz)
Scrambled Eggs (1 oz) with WG toast (1 slice)
WG Pancakes (2) with Turkey Sausage (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz) Soft Margarine (5 g)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz) LC Syrup (1.5 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (¼ c)
WW French Toast Sticks (1 oz egg)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
WW Waffle Sticks with Turkey Sausage (1 oz)
Cheese Omelet Wrap (1.25 oz egg and cheese, 10” tortilla) with Salsa (1 T)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) with LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) and LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
Choice of Cereal (¾ c) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with Peanut Butter (2 T)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-2 Sample Breakfast Menus: Middle School
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz), Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
WW French Toast (3.9 oz)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz), RF Turkey Sausage (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
WW Waffle Sticks (2 oz) with Scrambled Egg (1 large)
Cheese Omelet Wrap (1.25 oz egg and cheese, 10” tortilla)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
and Choice of 1:
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
and Choice of 1:
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
and Choice of 1:
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
and Choice of 1:
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
and Choice of 1:
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) and LF Cheese Stick (1 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz) with Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) and LF Cheese Stick (1 oz)
LF Fruit Bran Muffin (2 oz) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
French Toast (3.9 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) and LF Cheese Stick (1 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz) with Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) and LF Cheese Stick (1 oz)
LF Fruit Bran Muffin (2 oz) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) and LF Cheese Stick (1 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt
Turkey Sausage Pancake Wrap (2.85 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Orange Smiles (¾ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) and Scrambled Egg (1.25 oz)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
WG Belgian Waffle and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Maple Flavored Mini Pancakes (3.2 oz) and LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) on WW English Muffin
Breakfast Burrito (3.75 oz)
LF Turkey Sausage (1 oz) on Biscuit
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Strawberries (thawed frozen ½ c)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
French Toast (3.9 oz)
Breakfast Pizza (2 Tbsp pizza sauce, and 1 oz mozzarella cheese on each ½) on WW English Muffin
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with RF Cheddar Cheese (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
WG Belgian Waffle (57 g)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (4 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
Chopped Walnuts (1 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (2 T)
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Honey Nut Cheerios (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Golden Grahams (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Golden Grahams (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Honey Nut Cheerios (1.5 c)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-3 Sample Breakfast Menus: High School
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Orange-Tangerine Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4oz)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
French Toast (3.9 oz) with Turkey Sausage (1 oz)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with RF Turkey Sausage Link (.75 oz) on WW English Muffin
WW Waffle Sticks (2) and Scrambled Eggs (2 oz)
Cheese Omelet Wrap (1.25 oz egg/cheese, 1 0” tortilla)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Cream Cheese (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Strawberries (thawed frozen ½ c)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
WG Pancakes (56 g)
Breakfast Pizza (2 T pizza sauce, 1.5 oz mozzarella cheese on each ½) on WW English Muffin
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with RF Cheddar Cheese (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
WG Belgian Waffle (57 g)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
LF Mozzarella String Cheese (2 oz)
RF Creamy Peanut Butter (3 T)
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
and Choice of 1:
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Blueberry Muffin (3.6 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (1 oz) on WW English Muffin
Pancakes, plain (2 oz) with Turkey Sausage (1 oz)
Colby Cheese Omelet (2.1 oz) with WW Toast (1 slice)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Ham (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
Turkey Sausage Pancake Wrap (2.85 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz) with
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz) with
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz) with
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz) with
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt
LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Orange Smiles (¾ c)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Apple Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Orange Juice (4 oz)
Fresh Fruit Selection
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Canadian Bacon (0.5 oz) on WW English Muffin
Maple Flavored Mini Pancakes (3.17 oz) with Scrambled Egg (1 large)
Grilled Egg Patty (1.25 oz) with Turkey Sausage (1 oz) on WW English Muffin
Breakfast Burrito (3.75 oz)
Turkey Sausage Biscuit (4 oz)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz) with LF Crunchy Granola (½ c)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with Walnuts (1 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF String Cheese (1 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with Soy Nuts (0.75 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with RF Cheddar Cheese (1 oz)
Choice of Cereal (1.5 c) with LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) with
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz)
LF String Cheese (1 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) with
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) with
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
LF String Cheese (1 oz)
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) with
LF Muffin (3.6 oz) with
LF Fruit Flavored Yogurt (6 oz)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with
RF Peanut Butter (3 T)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with
LF Vanilla Yogurt (6 oz)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with
RF Peanut Butter (3 T)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with
RF Cheddar Cheese (1 oz)
WW Bagel (2 oz) with
RF Peanut Butter (3 T)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
LF Cream Cheese (2 T)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-4 Sample Lunch Menus: Elementary School
Turkey Chow Mein (1.5 oz diced turkey, ½ c steamed brown rice)
Cheeseburger (1.5 oz) on WW Bun
Oven Baked Fish on WW Bun
Chef Salad with Grilled Chicken Strips (1 oz) (1 c romaine, 0.5 oz LF mozzarella cheese) with WW Soft Pretzel Sticks (2 oz)
Chicken Quesadilla (2 tortillas, 1 oz chicken, ¼ c RF shredded cheese, 1 T salsa)
Oven Baked WW Mini Turkey Corn Dogs (1.6 oz)
Hot Turkey Ham (1 oz) and Cheese (0.5 oz) on WW Bun
WG Soy Baked Chicken Nuggets (5 nuggets)
Cheese Pizza (WW crust, 2 oz LF cheese)
WW Spaghetti Noodles (½ c) with Meat Sauce (½ c) or Marinara Sauce (½ c)
Cucumber Slices (¼ c)
Steamed Broccoli (½ c)
Mixed Baby Greens Salad (½ c)
Potato Wedges (½ c)
Baked Sweet Potato Fries (½ c)
Whole Kernel Corn (½ c)
Baby Carrots (¼ c)
Raw Broccoli and Cauliflower (1⁄8 c each)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Fresh Apple Slices (½ c)
Seedless Red Grapes (½ c)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Chow Mein Noodles (1 T)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (2 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Diced Tomato (1 tsp)
Parmesan Cheese (1 oz)
Sloppy Joe (3.63 oz) on WW Bun
Regular or Spicy Chicken Strips (3 oz)
Pineapple Glazed Turkey Ham (2 oz)
Nachos Grande with Tortilla Chips (2 oz)
Teriyaki Chicken (4.75 oz) with White Rice (1 c)
Cheese Pizza (WW crust, 2 oz cheese)
Cheese Quesadilla (5 oz)
Hamburger (1.5 oz) on WW Bun
Chicken Patty (70.9 g) on WW Bun
Corn Dog (3.99 oz)
Vegetarian Beans (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Fresh Mini Carrots (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c baby spinach, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Sweet Potatoes (½ c)
Fresh Zucchini Slices (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Shredded Lettuce with Diced Tomato (1 c)
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Cherry Tomatoes (½ c)
Sliced Summer Squash (½ c)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Whole Fresh Orange
Fruit Cocktail (½ c)
Fresh Grapes (½ c)
Fresh Orange Smiles (¾ c)
Granny Smith Apple
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Nonfat Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Nonfat Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Nonfat Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Nonfat Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Grilled Chicken Wrap (2 oz chicken, tortilla, 2 T salsa)
LF Hot Dog (2 oz) on Bun
Penne Pasta (1 c) with Meatballs (4.65 oz meatballs, ½ c sauce)
Turkey with Gravy (2 oz turkey, 3 T LS gravy)
Beef Egg Roll (4.2 oz) with White Rice (1 c)
Cheeseburger (1.5 oz meat, 0.5 oz RF cheese) on WW Bun
Chicken Patty (2.5 oz) on WW Bun
Hamburger (1.5 oz) on WW Bun
Grilled Cheese (3.9 oz) with LS Tomato Soup (¾ c)
Macaroni and Cheese (7 oz)
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Mashed Potatoes (½ c)
Mini Carrots (¼ c)
Jicima Sticks (⅓ c)
Zucchini in Tomato Sauce (½ c)
Mixed Vegetables (½ c)
Fresh Broccoli Florets (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Shredded Lettuce with Tomato (¾ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Mixed Greens with Diced Tomato (1 c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Strawberry Applesauce (½ c)
Whole Fresh Orange
Fresh Red Apple
Granny Smith Apples
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Chicken Tetrazzini (1 c) with WG Pasta
Grilled Chicken Patty (1.5 oz) on WW Bun
Old Fashioned Hamburger (2.5 oz) on WW bun
Oven Baked Fish (4 oz) Sandwich on WW Bun
Lasagna (2 oz meat sauce, WG pasta)
Chef Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz LF cheese, 1 c romaine)
LF Pepperoni Pizza WG crust (1 oz meat, 1 oz cheese)
Grilled Cheese with Vegetable Soup (¾ c)
Taco Salad (2 oz taco meat, 1 oz shredded cheddar, 0.25 oz tortilla chips, 6 oz romaine blend)
Tuna Salad with RF mayonnaise (¼ c) on Iceberg Lettuce (½ c)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato, pickle)
English Peas (½ c)
Creamy Coleslaw (½ c)
Crisp Green Salad (½ c) with Tomato and Cucumber
Oven Baked Tater Tots (½ c)
Seasoned Green Beans (½ c)
California Vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, carrots) (½ c)
Baked Sweet Potato Fries (½ c)
Sliced Cucumbers (½ c)
Whole Kernel Corn (½ c)
Pineapple Chunks (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Peach)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Seedless Grapes, ½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Tangerine)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Apple Slices, ½ c)
Mixed Fruit Cup (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Banana)
WG Garlic Toast (1 oz)
Whole Grain Roll (0.9 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-5 Sample Lunch Menus: Middle School
Cheeseburger (1.5 oz burger, 0.5 oz RF cheese) on WW Bun
Steak Fingers (3 oz)
Red Beans (¼ c) with Turkey Sausage (1 oz) Fluffy Rice (½ c)
LF Hot Dog (2 oz) with Chili (0.5 oz) on Bun
Spaghetti (1 oz WG pasta) with Italian Meat Sauce (1 c) Grated Parmesan Cheese
Roast Beef (2 oz) on Wheat Roll (2 oz)
Deli Ham (1.5 oz) and LF Cheese (0.5 oz) in WW Tortilla
Hamburger (1.5 oz) on Bun
Fiestada Pizza (1 oz meat and 1 oz cheese)
Grilled Chicken Filet Sandwich (2.8 oz) on Roll
Chef Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz RF cheese, 1 c romaine/spinach) with LS saltine crackers (8)
Grilled Chicken Salad (1.5 oz chicken, 0.5 oz parmesan cheese, ¾ c romaine lettuce)
Chicken Salad with RF mayonnaise (½ c) on a bed of romaine lettuce (½ c) with LS saltine crackers (8)
Tuna Salad with RF Mayo (2 oz) on a bed of romaine lettuce (½ c) with LS saltine crackers (8)
Chef Salad (1.5 oz light ham, 1 oz LF cheese, 1 c romaine lettuce)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
California Vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, carrots) (½ c)
Dark Green Leafy Salad (½ c)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Oven Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Turnip Greens (½ c)
Dark Green Leafy Salad (½ c)
Baked Sweet Potato Fries (½ c)
Steamed Squash (½ c)
Steamed Broccoli (½ c)
Seasoned Field Peas (½ c)
Whole Kernel Corn (½ c)
Seasoned Green Beans (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Peach)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice
(Orange Sections ½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Pear)
Fruit Cocktail Cup (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice
(Apple Slices ½ c)
Mixed Fruit Cup (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice
(Seedless Grapes ½ c)
Whole Grain Roll (0.9 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Chicken Tetrazzini (2 oz meat sauce) with WG Pasta (1 oz)
LF Hot Dog (2 oz) on Bun
Penne Pasta (1 c) with 4 Meatballs (0.65 oz meatballs) and LS Marinara Sauce (½ c)
Turkey (2 oz) with LS Gravy (3 T)
Beef Egg Roll (4.2 oz) with White Rice (1 c)
Cheeseburger (1.5 oz, 1 oz RF cheese) on Bun
Bean and Cheese Chalupa (3.8 oz)
Hamburger (1.5 oz) on Bun
RF Grilled Cheese (3.9 oz) with LS Tomato Soup (¾ c)
Macaroni and Cheese (7 oz)
Deli Combo Sub (1 oz turkey bologna, 1 oz turkey ham, 0.5 oz RF Swiss cheese, romaine leaf, sliced tomato) on WW Bun
Chicken Salad (3 oz) on Cracked Wheat Roll with romaine leaf
Chef Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz turkey ham, 0.5 oz cheese, ½ egg, 1 c romaine/spinach blend, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Deli Turkey Sub (1 oz turkey, 1 oz cheese, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion) on WW Roll
Chicken Patty (2.5 oz) on WW Roll
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Mashed Potatoes (½ c)
Mini Carrots (½ c)
Jicima Sticks (½ c)
Fresh Cucumber Slices (½ c)
Mixed Vegetables (½ c)
Fresh Broccoli Florets (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c dark green leafy blend, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Mixed greens (½ c) with chopped tomato (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Mixed greens (½ c) with Chopped Tomato (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Strawberry Applesauce (½ c)
Pineapple, in juice (½ c)
Fresh Orange Smiles (¾ c)
Dried Apricots (¼ c)
Whole Fresh Orange
Fresh Red Apple
Whole Fresh Pear
Fresh Grapes (½ c)
Granny Smith Apple
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Turkey Chow Mein (1.5 oz diced turkey) with Steamed Brown Rice (½ c)
Cheeseburger (1.5 oz beef/soy blend, 0.5 oz RF cheddar cheese) on Bun
Oven Baked Fish (2 oz) on Roll
Chef Salad with Chicken Fajita Strips (2 oz chicken, 0.5 oz LF mozzarella cheese, 1 c dark green leafy blend) with Unsalted Soft Pretzel Sticks (1 oz each)
Chicken Quesadilla (1 oz chicken, 1 oz shredded RF cheese, 1 T salsa) on Flour Tortilla Shells (2–10”)
6 Baked WW Mini Turkey Corn Dogs (4 oz total)
Hot Turkey Ham (1 oz) and Cheese (0.5 oz) on WW Roll
Asian Chicken Bites (WG breading with soy, 6 chicken nuggets/2.4 oz total) over Rice (½ c)
Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas (2 oz chicken, 1 oz LF Cheese each) on Corn Tortillas (2–10”)
WW Spaghetti (½ c) with Meat Sauce (½ c with 2 oz ground beef and soy crumbs) or Marinara Sauce (½ c)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Vegetarian Sub (2 oz LF mozzarella cheese, spinach, tomato, mushroom, green pepper) on WG Roll
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 0.5 oz RF cheddar cheese, spinach, tomato, green pepper, onion) on WG Roll
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 1 oz cheese, spinach, tomato, green pepper, onion) on WG Roll
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 1 oz cheese, spinach, tomato, green pepper, onion) on WG Roll
Imitation Crab Salad (2 oz chunk pollock, 1 oz LF mayo, romaine, green pepper, onion) on WG Roll
WG Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Cucumber Slices (¼ c)
Mixed Baby Greens Salad (½ c)
Baked Sweet Potato Fries (½ c)
Whole Kernel Corn (½ c)
Steamed Broccoli (½ c)
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Baby Carrots (½ c)
Raw Broccoli and Cauliflower (¼ c each)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Mixed Fruit Cup (½ c)
Strawberry Applesauce (½ c)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Pear Half Salad (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Pear)
Fresh Apple Slices (½ c)
Seedless Red Grapes (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Pineapple Chunks, ½ c)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Chow Mein Noodles (1 T)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (2 oz)
Light Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Diced Tomato (1 tsp)
Parmesan Cheese (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Deli Turkey Sub (1.5 oz turkey, 0.5 oz RF cheddar cheese) on WG Roll
Beef and Cheese Taco (1.5 oz beef crumbles, 0.5 oz RF cheddar cheese, 2–7” tortilla shell)
Chef Salad (2 oz turkey ham, 0.5 oz mozzarella cheese, 1 c romaine/ spinach) with WG Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Turkey (2 oz) with LS Gravy (4 T) and Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Spicy Texas Chili (1.5 oz ground beef, 0.5 oz kidney beans) with Bread Stick (1 oz)
Beef, Bean, and Cheese Burrito (5 oz) with Mexican Rice (½ c)
Grilled Spicy Chicken Breast (2.5 oz) on WG Kaiser Roll
Sweet and Sour Pork (6 nuggets, ½ c sauce) over Rice (½ c)
Fajita Chicken Wrap (2 oz chicken, 10” WG tortilla)
Toasted Turkey Cheese Melt (1.5 oz turkey, 0.5 oz LF mozzarella cheese) on WG Roll
Garden Salad (½ c mixed baby greens, cherry tomato, shredded carrot)
Refried Beans (½ c)
Steamed Asian Vegetable Medley (½ c)
Whipped Potatoes (½ c)
Baked Potato (1 small)
Jicama and Green Pepper Strips (¼ c each)
Baby Carrots (½ c)
Cucumber Slices (½ c)
Baked Winter Squash (½ c)
Steamed Broccoli (½ c) with LF Cheese Sauce (2 oz)
Cantaloupe Wedges (½ c)
Mixed Fruit Cup (½ c)
Frozen Peach Cup (½ c)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Orange Smiles (½ c)
Seedless Grapes (½ c)
Strawberry Applesauce (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Plum)
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Ranch (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Nonfat Sour Cream (1 oz)
Nonfat Sour Cream (1 oz)
Diced Tomatoes (1 Tbsp)
Light Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Shredded Lettuce (0.5 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Nonfat Sour Cream (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-6 Sample Lunch Menus: High School
Sloppy Joe (3.6 oz) on WW Roll
Regular or Spicy Chicken Strips (3 oz)
Pineapple Glazed Turkey Ham (2 oz)
Nachos Grande with Tortilla Chips (2 oz)
Teriyaki Chicken Dippers (3 oz) with White Rice (1 c)
Cheese Lasagna (1 oz) with Marinara Sauce (½ c)
Chicken Patty (2.5 oz) on WW Roll
Hamburger (2.7 oz) on Bun
Chicken Patty (2.5 oz) on WW Roll
Assorted Pizza (6.3 oz)
Assorted Pizza (6.3 oz)
Assorted Pizza (6.3 oz)
Assorted Pizza (6.3 oz)
Assorted Pizza (6.3 oz)
Cheeseburger (2.7 oz meat, 1 oz RF cheddar cheese) on Bun
Grilled Chicken Salad (2 oz chicken, 2 oz black beans, 1 c spinach, cherry tomato)
Chef Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz ham, 0.5 oz LF cheese, ½ egg, 1 c dark green leafy blend, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Taco Salad (2 oz taco meat, 1 oz shredded cheddar, 0.25 oz tortilla chips, 1 c dark green leafy blend)
Black Bean Salad (½ c romaine, 2 oz black beans, 1⁄8 c corn, 1⁄8 c pineapple)
Deli Roll Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz LF cheese, 1 c romaine blend, tomato)
Sub Sandwich (1.5 oz turkey, 0.5 oz RF cheese) on Hoagie Bun (4”)
Roast Beef Sub (2 oz roast beef, 1 oz RF cheese, romaine leaf, tomato) on WW Hoagie Bun (5”)
Veggie Sandwich (2 oz RF cheese, lettuce, tomato, cucumber) on Hoagie Roll (5”)
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 1 oz RF cheese, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion) on WW Hoagie Roll (5”)
Sub Sandwich (0.75 oz turkey ham, 0.75 oz turkey salami, 0.75 oz turkey bologna, 0.5 RF cheese) on WW Hoagie Roll (5”)
Veggie Wrap (romaine, 2 oz monterey jack cheese, cucumber, red pepper, tomato, matchstick carrots) in WW Tortilla
Buffalo Chicken Wrap (2.5 oz chicken, 1 oz LF cheese, romaine leaf, 1 oz ranch dressing) in WW Tortilla
Turkey Club Wrap (2 oz turkey, 1 oz RF cheese, lettuce, tomato, 1 oz ranch dressing) in WW Tortilla
Italian Wrap (1 oz turkey salami, 1 oz turkey ham, 1 oz LF cheese, romaine leaf, tomato) in WW Tortilla
Sweet Potatoes (½ c)
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Vegetarian Beans (½ c)
Fresh Mini Carrots (½ c)
Fresh Zucchini Slices (½ c)
Sliced Summer Squash (½ c)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Shredded Lettuce with Diced Tomato (1 c)
Side Salad (½ c spinach, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Fresh Grapes (½ c)
Fresh Orange Smiles (¾ c)
Whole Fresh Orange
Whole Fresh Red Apple
Whole Fresh Apple
Granny Smith Apple
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Milk—choice of 1%, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Pumpkin Seeds (1 oz)
Sweet and Sour Pork (2 oz USDA recipe) over Brown Rice (½ c)
LF Hot Dog (2 oz) on Bun
Penne Pasta (1 c) with Meatballs (4.65 oz meatballs) and Marinara Sauce (½ c)
Turkey (2 oz) with LS Gravy (3 T)
Beef Egg Roll (4.2 oz) with White Rice (1 c)
Cheeseburger (2.7 oz burger, 1 oz RF cheese) on Bun
Bean and Cheese Chalupa (3.8 oz)
Penne Pasta (1 c) with Marinara Sauce (½ c)
RF Grilled Cheese on WW bread with LS Tomato Soup (¾ c)
Macaroni and Cheese (7 oz)
Assorted Pizza (6.31 oz)
Chicken Patty (2.5 oz) on WW Roll
Assorted Pizza (6.31 oz)
Assorted Pizza (6.31 oz)
Philly Cheesesteak (2 oz beef, 0.5 oz cheese, peppers and onions) on WG Bun (5”)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Grilled Chicken Salad (2 oz chicken, 1 oz cheese, 2 oz black beans, 1 c romaine blend, cherry tomato)
Deli Roll Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz cheese, 1 c spinach, tomato)
Chef Salad (1 oz turkey, 1 oz turkey ham, 0.5 oz cheese, ½ egg, 1 c romaine blend, cherry tomato, cucumbers)
Taco Salad (½ c taco meat, 1 oz shredded cheddar, 0.25 oz tortilla chips, 1 c dark green leafy salad blend)
Black Bean Salad (½ c romaine, 2 oz black beans, 1⁄8 c corn, 1⁄8 c pineapple)
Deli Combo Sub (1 oz turkey bologna, 1 oz turkey salami, 1 oz ham, 1 oz Swiss cheese, romaine leaf, tomato) on WW Roll (2.3 oz)
Chicken Salad (3 oz) on Cracked Wheat Sub Roll with romaine leaf
Hamburger (2.7 oz) on Bun
Deli Turkey Sandwich (2 oz turkey, 1 oz cheese, romaine leaf, tomato, cucumber, red onion) on Cracked Wheat Roll (1.5 oz)
Deli Sub (1 oz turkey, 1 oz ham, 0.5 oz cheese, romaine leaf) on WW Roll (1.5 oz)
Turkey Wrap (2 oz turkey, 1 oz RF cheese, romaine leaf, tomato) in Flour Tortilla
Cuban Black Bean Wrap (1 c black beans, 1.75 oz rice) in Flour Tortilla
Turkey Salad (3 oz) on Flatbread
Roast Beef Wrap (2 oz deli roast beef, 1 oz cheese, romaine leaf) in Flour Tortilla
Honey Mustard Deli Wrap (2 oz turkey, 0.5 oz RF cheese, romaine leaf, 1 T honey mustard dressing) in Flour Tortilla
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Mashed Potatoes (½ c)
Steamed Asian Vegetable Medley (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Dried Apricots (¼ c)
Shredded Lettuce with Diced Tomato (1 c)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Mini Carrots (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Fruit Cocktail (½ c)
Mixed Vegetables (½ c)
Shredded Lettuce with Diced Tomato (1 c)
Fresh Grapes (½ c)
Fresh Orange Smiles (¾ c)
Fresh Broccoli Florets (½ c)
Side Salad (½ c romaine, cherry tomato, cucumber)
Whole Fresh Orange
Fresh Red Apple
Whole Fresh Pear
Granny Smith Apple
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate, Skim Flavored (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Chicken Tetrazzini (¾ c meat sauce) with WG Pasta (1 oz)
Grilled Chicken Patty (2.5 oz) on WW Roll
Cheeseburger (2.7 oz burger, 0.5 oz RF cheese) on Bun
Baked Chicken Tenders (6–3.4 oz total)
Lasagna (2 oz meat sauce, WW pasta)
Light Ham (2 oz) on Cracked Wheat Roll
LF Pepperoni Pizza (1 oz meat, 1 oz cheese) with WG Crust
RF Grilled Cheese (3.9 oz) with LS Tomato Soup (¾ c)
Oven Baked Fish (1 fillet) on WW Roll
Deli Turkey (2 oz) and RF Cheese (1 oz) in WW Tortilla
Chef Salad (2 oz turkey, 1 oz LF cheese, 1 c dark green blend, tomato, peppers, cucumber slices)
Tuna Salad with RF mayonnaise (½ c) on Mixed Greens (½ c) with LS saltines (8)
Chef Salad (1.5 oz light ham, 1 oz cheese, 1 c mixed salad greens)
Taco Salad (½ c taco meat, 1 oz shredded cheddar, 0.25 oz tortilla chips, 1 c romaine blend)
Chicken Salad with RF mayonnaise (½ c) on Mixed Greens (½ c)
Hamburger (2.7 oz) on Bun
Deli Turkey (2 oz) and RF Cheese (0.5 oz) on WW Pita (1.6 oz)
Beef, Bean, and Cheese Burrito (5 oz)
Sheppard’s Pie (2 oz ground beef, 1 oz cheese, ⅓ c mashed potatoes) with biscuit (1 oz)
LF Hot Dog (2 oz) with Chili (0.5 oz) on Bun
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Raw Carrot Sticks (½ c)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Sandwich Trimmings (lettuce, tomato)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Baked Potato Wedges (½ c)
Creamy Coleslaw (½ c)
Crisp Green Salad (½ c romaine, tomato, cucumber)
Crisp Green Salad (½ c romaine, tomato, cucumber)
English Peas (½ c)
Vegetarian Baked Beans (½ c)
Peas and Carrots (½ c)
Whole Kernel Corn (½ c)
Steamed Broccoli (½ c)
California Vegetables (¾ c broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)
Seasoned Green Beans (½ c)
Pineapple Chunks (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Peach)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Seedless Grapes, ½ c)
Pears, in light syrup (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Tangerine)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Apple Slices, ½ c)
Mixed Fruit Cup (½ c)
Fresh Fruit Choice (Banana)
WG Garlic Toast (1 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Barbeque Sauce (14 g)
Tarter Sauce (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Turkey Chow Mein (½ c with 1.5 oz diced turkey) with Steamed Rice (1 c)
Cheeseburger (2 oz beef/soy blend, 0.5 oz RF cheddar cheese) on Bun
Oven Baked Fish (1 filet) on WG Roll
Hot ‘N Spicy Grilled Chicken Patty (2 oz) on Roll
Chicken Quesadilla (1.25 oz chicken, 1.25 oz RF shredded cheese) on Flour Tortillas (2–10”)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
6 Oven Baked WW Mini Turkey Corn Dogs (4 oz total)
Hot Turkey Ham (2 oz) and LF Cheese (0.5 oz) on Wheat Roll
Asian Chicken Bites (WG breading with soy, 6 nuggets—2.4 oz total) over Brown Rice (1 c)
Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas (2 oz chicken, 1 oz cheese each) on Corn Tortillas (2–10”)
WW Spaghetti (½ c) with Meat Sauce (⅔ c with 2.5 oz ground beef and soy crumbs) or Marinara Sauce (⅔ c)
Vegetarian Sub (2 oz LF mozzarella cheese, spinach, tomato, mushroom, green pepper) on WG Roll
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 0.5 oz RF cheddar cheese, spinach, tomato, green pepper, onion) on WG Roll
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 0.5 oz cheese, spinach, tomato, green pepper, onion) on Roll
Deli Turkey Sub (2 oz turkey, 0.5 oz cheese, spinach, tomato, green pepper, onion) on WG Roll
Imitation Crab Salad (2 oz chunk pollock, 0.5 oz LF mayo, romaine, green pepper, onion) on French Roll
Salad Bar (1 c spinach, 1 oz diced chicken or diced egg, 1 oz LF shredded cheese, ⅛ c shredded carrot, diced tomato, green pepper, black olives, diced onion)
Salad Bar (1 c romaine, 1 oz diced chicken or diced egg, 1 oz LF shredded cheese, ⅛ c shredded carrot, diced tomato, green pepper, black olives, diced onion)
Salad Bar (1 c romaine, 1 oz diced chicken or diced egg, 1 oz LF shredded cheese, ⅛ c shredded carrot, diced tomato, green pepper, black olives, diced onion)
Salad Bar (1 c romaine, 1 oz diced chicken or diced egg, 1 oz LF shredded cheese, ⅛ c shredded carrot, diced tomato, green pepper, black olives, diced onion)
Salad Bar (1 c spinach, 1 oz diced chicken or diced egg, 1 oz LF shredded cheese, ⅛ c shredded carrot, diced tomato, green pepper, black olives, diced onion)
LS Wheat Crackers (7)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
LS Wheat Crackers (7)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
LS Wheat Crackers (7)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
LS Wheat Crackers (7)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
LS Wheat Crackers (7)
WW Dinner Roll (0.9 oz)
Cucumber Slices (½ c)
Raw Broccoli (½ c)
Baked Sweet Potato Fries (½ c)
Whole Kernel Corn (½ c)
Steamed Broccoli (½ c)
Potato Wedges (½ c)
Baby Carrots (½ c)
Raw Broccoli and Cauliflower (¼ c each)
Pineapple Tidbits (½ c)
Fresh Apple Slices (½ c)
Seedless Red Grapes (½ c)
Sliced Peaches (½ c)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Mandarin Oranges (½ c)
Sliced Pears (½ c)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Milk—choice of Low-fat, Skim, Skim Chocolate (8 oz)
Chow Mein Noodles (1 T)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Light Sour Cream (2 oz)
Diced Tomato (1 tsp)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Parmesan Cheese (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dressing (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Mayo (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Italian Dressing (1 oz)
Light Ranch Dip (1 oz)
Soft Margarine (5 g)
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
TABLE M-7 Menu Checking Tool Prototype
Menu week Circle One: Breakfast
Elementary
Middle
High
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
Average
Target Elem
Target Middle
Target High
Lunch
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
Average
Target
Target
Target
Key Food Group Checklist
Breakfast
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
Average
Target
Target
Target
Lunch
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
Average
Target
Target
Target
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Menu week
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
Average
Elem
Middle
High
Total All Grains
NOTES: c = cup; M/MA = meat/meat alternate; RG = refined grain; svgs = servings; WG = whole grain.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
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Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
Suggested Citation:"Appendix M: Sample Menus." Institute of Medicine. 2010. School Meals: Building Blocks for Healthy Children. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/12751.
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Ensuring that the food provided to children in schools is consistent with current dietary recommendations is an important national focus. Various laws and regulations govern the operation of school meal programs. In 1995, Nutrition Standards and Meal Requirements were put in place to ensure that all meals offered would be high in nutritional quality.
School Meals reviews and provides recommendations to update the nutrition standard and the meal requirements for the National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs. The recommendations reflect new developments in nutrition science, increase the availability of key food groups in the school meal programs, and allow these programs to better meet the nutritional needs of children, foster healthy eating habits, and safeguard children's health.
School Meals sets standards for menu planning that focus on food groups, calories, saturated fat, and sodium and that incorporate Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the Dietary Reference Intakes. This book will be used as a guide for school food authorities, food producers, policy leaders, state/local governments, and parents.
