5 Quick & Easy Sandwich Lunches Latino Kids Will Love

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Sandwiches are a fun, easy, and healthy way to feed your children when they're away at school. It's also a great way to make sure they're getting only the best ingredients that are healthy and nutrition-packed to get them ready for the day. Put a Latin twist to your sandwiches with these great ideas you can do any time of the week.

1. Chicken quesadillas. A fun way to incorporate a Mexican favorite into a sandwich is through this recipe by Pillsbury brings together protein-packed chicken and delightful cheese into one yummy sandwich that the kids will surely enjoy. All you need is shredded deli rotisserie chicken, fresh cilantro, ground cumin, flour tortillas (or regular white or wheat bread), cheese, salsa, and green chiles (optional).

2. Pork cutlet sandwiches. These tasty pockets from Spicie Foodie can get your and your child's mouth watering from its tangy, spicy goodness. If your child doesn't like spicy food, you can always cut back on the peppers. This recipe requires only 10 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking time, which is perfect for busy moms. Check out the recipe at Spicie Foodie.

3. Mexican torta hotdog. Bring together the American favorite and Mexican flavors in a sandwich that's surprisingly delightful with the Mexican torta hotdog from Simple Comfort Food. You only need a Bollilio roll, refried beans, two whole beef hotdogs, queso quesadilla, shredded lettuce, and a small avocado. Get the full instructions over at Simple Comfort Food.

3. Torta cubana. The torta cubana is like the Mexican version of the clubhouse. It is filled with cooked chicken, pork loin, turkey ham, sausage, cheddar cheese, avocados, and peppers. Get the full recipe and directions at Bake Space.

4. Mexican tortas with chorizo and black beans. This recipe by Rick Bayless features chorizo sausage, black beans, crusty rolls, Queso Fresco cheese, avocado, and some hot sauce (optional). It's easy to make and a delight to eat, and has been featured in Bayless' cookbook, "Mexican Everyday." Visit The Little GSP to find out more.

5. Mexican style steak sandwiches. Have leftover steak from last night? Put a creative Mexican twist to it by creating this delicious sandwich, which features thinly sliced steak on top of a bed of refried beans and a sliced avocado, Pepperjack cheese, and creamy chipotle-lime sauce. It's great for lunches or brunches, snacks, or even dinner. Get the full recipe from Pink Parsley and start serving up a brunch like no other.