Rainbow Veggie and Hummus Bento Box
This vibrant bento box features an assortment of colorful raw vegetables paired with creamy hummus for dipping alongside whole grain crackers and mild cheddar cheese cubes. It is a nutritious no-cook lunch that introduces kids to a variety of vegetables in a fun and approachable way.
A colorful no-cook bento box filled with fresh vegetables hummus whole grain crackers and cheese cubes for a balanced lunch.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
dip
vegetables
base
protein
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water then slice the cucumber into quarter inch rounds and cut the red bell pepper into thin strips keeping the baby carrots whole.
Cube the Cheese
Use a sharp knife to cut the cheddar cheese into small bite-sized cubes approximately half an inch each and set aside on a small plate.
Portion the Hummus
Spoon the hummus into a small leak-proof container or one compartment of a divided bento box making sure the lid seals tightly so it does not spill onto the other foods.
Assemble the Bento Box
Arrange the carrots cucumber slices and bell pepper strips in separate compartments of the bento box then add the crackers and cheese cubes in their own sections and place the hummus container alongside.
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