high protein bento box
A nutrient-rich, meal-prep friendly high protein bento box featuring grilled chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables designed to provide sustained energy throughout the afternoon.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
4 oz Cooked Chicken Breast
1/2 cup Cooked Quinoa or Brown Rice
1 large Hard-Boiled Egg
1/2 cup Edamame
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes
1/2 cup Cucumber Slices
1/4 cup Hummus
1/4 cup Mixed Nuts
1 small Apple or Orange
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Lemon Juice
1 pinch Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Your Proteins: Bake or grill the chicken breast seasoned with salt and pepper; once cooled, slice or dice. Hard-boil an egg if not already prepared
- Cook Your Grains: Prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Allow it to cool completely before packing
- Wash and Chop Vegetables: Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber. Steam the edamame until tender-crisp
- Assemble the Bento Box: Place the cooked chicken in the largest compartment and add the quinoa or rice to a separate sectio
- Fill Compartments: Arrange the tomatoes, cucumber, edamame, and hard-boiled egg in the remaining sections
- Finish and Pack: Place hummus in a small separate container. Add mixed nuts and sliced fruit. Drizzle grains with olive oil and lemon juice if desired before securing the lid
Notes
Components can be prepared in advance on a Sunday for efficient meal prepping during the week.
To prevent sogginess, always pack dressings or hummus in a separate leak-proof container.
For a plant-based version, replace chicken and egg with tofu, tempeh, or lentils.
The assembled box stays fresh in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Find it online: https://powerecipe.com/high-protein-bento-box/