Rainbow Veggie & Hummus Bento Delight
This vibrant Rainbow Veggie & Hummus Bento Delight is a perfect and healthy lunch option filled with a variety of colorful vegetables, protein, and a delicious hummus dip.
Equipment
- Bento Box
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Refrigerator
- Insulated Lunch Bag
- Ice Pack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Hummus nut-free
- 1 small Carrot peeled and cut into sticks
- 1/4 Cucumber sliced into rounds or sticks
- 1/4 Red Bell Pepper cut into strips
- Cherry Tomatoes A handful of
- 1/2 cup Edamame shelled
- 1/4 cup Mini Pretzels or whole-wheat crackers
- 1 Hard-boiled Egg sliced or halved
- Grapes or Berries Small handful of
- Silicone cupcake liners Optional: Small for separation
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Spread the hummus evenly in the largest compartment of your bento box.
- Arrange carrot sticks, cucumber slices, red bell pepper strips, and cherry tomatoes in another compartment to create a colorful vegetable medley.
- Place the shelled edamame in a separate compartment.
- Add the mini pretzels or crackers to a different compartment.
- Neatly arrange the sliced or halved hard-boiled egg in its own section.
- Fill any remaining small compartment with grapes or berries.
- Optionally, use silicone cupcake liners to separate items, especially moist fruits from dry crackers.
- Ensure all compartments are filled snugly to prevent shifting during transit.
- Store the bento box in the refrigerator until ready to leave, then place it in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack.
Notes
This bento box is a fantastic way to enjoy a balanced and delicious meal on the go. Feel free to swap out vegetables or fruits based on seasonal availability and personal preference. Using small cookie cutters for the vegetables can add an extra fun touch for kids (or adults!).