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Rainbow Bento Box

Rainbow Bento Box: A Colorful Meal for Kids!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-cook/Prep
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A colorful and nutritious meal option that combines various healthy ingredients in a fun and appealing way.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced (various colors)
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup edamame, shelled
  • 1/4 cup hummus
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. Prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a bento box or container, start by placing a portion of quinoa at the bottom.
  4. Arrange the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, shredded carrots, and edamame in sections around the quinoa.
  5. Add a dollop of hummus in one corner of the box.
  6. If desired, sprinkle feta cheese on top and garnish with fresh herbs.
  7. Seal the bento box and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences or seasonal availability.
  • This meal can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bento box
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg