Yumbox: Smart & Balanced Meals
A simple, balanced, and appealing packed lunch designed to fit perfectly into a Yumbox, encouraging variety and portion control for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed berries fresh
- 1/2 cup carrot sticks and cucumber slices
- 2 oz cheddar cheese cubes
- 2 slices whole wheat bread cut into shapes
- 2 oz deli turkey sliced
- 2 tbsp hummus for dipping
- 1 small yogurt cup
Instructions
- Place mixed berries in one Yumbox compartment.
- Arrange carrot and cucumber sticks in another compartment.
- Add cheddar cheese cubes to a small section.
- Cut whole wheat bread into fun shapes and place in a compartment alongside folded deli turkey slices.
- Spoon hummus into a small, sealed compartment or directly into a dip well if available.
- Include a small yogurt cup, ensuring its lid is secure before closing the Yumbox.
- Close the Yumbox lid firmly to engage the leakproof seal.
Notes
For best results, pack a variety of textures and colors. Use silicone cupcake liners for extra separation in larger compartments. Ensure all compartments are filled to engage the leakproof seal. Vary protein sources like hard-boiled eggs, cheese cubes, or sliced turkey. For fruits and veggies, opt for easy-to-eat options like berries, grapes, carrot sticks, or cucumber slices.