Fun Kid Lunch Bento Box (Printable Version)

Colorful lunch box with fruit skewers, creamy dip, sandwiches, and fresh veggies for an easy nutritious meal.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Fruit Skewers

01 - 6 large strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1/2 cup seedless grapes
03 - 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
04 - 1 small kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1/2 banana, thickly sliced
06 - 6 wooden or reusable mini skewers

→ Yogurt Dip

07 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Savory Sides

10 - 4 slices whole wheat mini sandwich bread
11 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese
12 - 2 slices deli turkey or ham, optional
13 - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
14 - 1 small carrot, peeled and cut into sticks
15 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Thread alternating pieces of strawberry, grape, pineapple, kiwi, and banana onto each skewer, creating a colorful and balanced arrangement on every stick.
02 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth and well combined.
03 - Spread cream cheese on two bread slices, layer with sliced turkey or ham if desired, add cucumber slices, and top with remaining bread. Cut sandwiches into decorative shapes using cookie cutters if preferred.
04 - Distribute fruit skewers, yogurt dip container, sandwich pieces, carrot sticks, and cherry tomatoes into separate compartments of the bento box to maintain freshness and visual appeal.
05 - Refrigerate until serving time. Include an ice pack when transporting for lunch to maintain proper temperature.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Kids will actually finish their lunch instead of trading it away at the cafeteria.
  • Everything comes together in under twenty minutes, even on rushed mornings.
  • You can prep the night before and still have everything stay fresh and crisp.
02 -
  • Never slice your banana until you're ready to pack, or you'll end up with those sad brown oxidized pieces that make the whole skewer look unappetizing.
  • A tiny squeeze of lemon juice on the cut banana pieces buys you extra time and keeps them looking bright if you need to prep ahead.
03 -
  • Keep your Greek yogurt dip in a small container with a secure lid to prevent spills, and pack a tiny spoon so the dipping process stays contained.
  • If you're packing this for hot weather, use a bento box that sits in an insulated lunch bag with a proper ice pack underneath, not just resting against the box.
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