On-the-Go Meal Box

1. Fill each compartment of a bento or lunch meal box with the various items.

Tips + Tricks: 

• For ingredient ideas, think of variety and color – savory, sweet and crunchy foods!
• Include all the major food groups – protein, fruits, veggies, dairy and grains.
• Add a favorite dip, such as guacamole, salsa, hummus or nut butter!
• Separate crunchy ingredients from fruits and veggies to prevent sogginess.

Simple Swaps:  

• Use leftovers! Let your imagination go wild!
• Take short cuts with store-bought items like pasta salads, hard-boiled eggs or stuffed grape leaves.
• Use fresh, canned and dried fruit as your sweet treat.
• Vary your proteins – cheeses, nut butter, leftover meat, edamame, roasted chickpeas or beef jerky.