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    You are here: Home / Recipes / Easy Bento Box Lunch Ideas

    Easy Bento Box Lunch Ideas

    Posted: Feb 8, 2018 Last Modified: Jul 21, 2018 by Carmy

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    Are you looking for some easy bento box lunches? Why not try one of these fun lunch ideas!

    Are you looking for some easy bento box lunch ideas? Why not try one of these fun lunch ideas!

    easy bento box lunches

    Bento Box Lunch Idea One: Honey Sriracha Turkey and Mushroom Meatballs

    These Honey Sriracha Turkey and Mushroom Meatballs are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy that leaves you wanting more. These are perfect as an appetizer or as part of your weekly meal prep.

    These Honey Sriracha Turkey and Mushroom Meatballs are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy that leaves you wanting more. These are perfect as an appetizer or as part of your weekly meal prep.

    Bento Box Lunch Idea Two: One Pot Beef Tomato Basil Spinach Pasta and a side of Strawberry and Cashew Salad

    This one pot beef tomato basil spinach pasta is just what you need when you’re busy and need a fast meal prep! Then throw together a side of strawberry and cashew salad the morning of and you’ve got yourself a delicious well balanced lunch on the go!

    This one pot beef tomato basil spinach pasta is just what you need when you're busy and need a fast meal prep!

    Bento Box Lunch Idea Three: Wild Rice Salad with Fruit

    Some days you need a fast lunch so here’s a Bento Box Lunch made with Wild Rice Salad and Fruit that can be pretty much made while you’re in the shower!

    Some days you need a fast lunch so here's a Bento Box Lunch made with Wild Rice Salad and Fruit that can be pretty much made while you're in the shower!

    Bento Box Lunch Idea Four: Healthy Cauliflower Fried Rice with Baked Snap Peas

    Craving some Chinese fried rice takeout for lunch? Try this healthy cauliflower fried rice instead! It’s so easy and much healthier. Plus, a side of baked snap peas!

    bento box Healthy Cauliflower Rice with Baked Snap Peas meal prep

    Bento Box Lunch Idea Five: Sheet Pan Chicken Teriyaki with Veggies and Pineapple

    This Sheet Pan Chicken Teriyaki with Veggies and Pineapple Meal Prep (no sesame) is the healthier homemade version of the popular chicken teriyaki takeout! A pan of juicy chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce alongside roasted vegetables and pineapple!

    This Sheet Pan Chicken Teriyaki with Veggies and Pineapple Meal Prep (no sesame) is the healthier homemade version of the popular chicken teriyaki takeout! A pan of juicy chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce alongside roasted vegetables and pineapple!

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    QOTD: what is your go to easy meal?

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    1. Becki @ Fighting for Wellness

      September 30, 2016 at 7:59 am

      I’ve never taken a bento box for lunch, but these really do sound delicious and easy! I may have to give them a try, especially the chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, and edamame!

      Reply
    2. Debbie

      September 30, 2016 at 8:10 am

      A bento box lunch is a great idea! Anything to make it easier to get out the door in the morning!

      Reply
    3. Cathy V

      September 30, 2016 at 9:34 am

      Mmm! I love the idea of a bento box lunch! Eating a variety of little tidbits of protein and carbs. YUM. I always forget about edamame as shelled unless I am using them IN something. They would be a great side.

      Reply
    4. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables

      September 30, 2016 at 10:11 am

      I just got some bento containers from Ikea and it’s been fun packing my lunch that way! It’s funny how those little compartments make it more fun!

      Reply
      • Carmy

        September 30, 2016 at 10:54 am

        Right?! And it makes it so much easier to make sure you hit all the food groups!

        Reply
    5. Bri

      September 30, 2016 at 10:39 am

      Love this idea! I only eat fish for animal protein, but if I did eat poultry this would be a great way to go about it! I like the certified humane part :)

      Reply
    6. Jo @ Living Mint Green

      September 30, 2016 at 10:52 am

      I’m dying for a bento lunchbox! Mostly because they make me feel like a lil kid again. Haha

      Reply
    7. Lisa

      September 30, 2016 at 11:04 am

      Quinoa bowls are my go to
      With roasted veggies and Avocado

      Reply
    8. Lucie

      September 30, 2016 at 11:31 am

      We by Bluegoose for the same reason. Being certified humane makes me feel better eating meat. Must look into getting bento boxs… they see, perfect for lunches.

      Reply
    9. Anna @Piper's Run

      September 30, 2016 at 11:56 am

      Slow cookers are amazing! I’ve never heard of Bluegose or Bento boxes before!

      Reply
    10. Susie @ SuzLyfe

      September 30, 2016 at 12:24 pm

      So cute! I love this idea!

      Reply
    11. Kim Hatting

      September 30, 2016 at 1:55 pm

      Great ideas and suggestions on meals! I assume each recipe gives you multiple servings, so you could eat a meal and have leftovers for lunch the next day (?). Convenient!

      Reply
    12. Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner

      September 30, 2016 at 3:29 pm

      Those little boxes are too cute! Great for so many options. Good luck with the adulting :)

      Reply
    13. Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com

      September 30, 2016 at 7:12 pm

      These lunches all look great! I am going to pin this and make some next week.

      Reply
      • Carmy

        September 30, 2016 at 10:19 pm

        Thanks pal <3

        Reply
    14. [email protected] the Long Way Home

      September 30, 2016 at 7:48 pm

      Those boxes always make me think of little kids who don’t like their food to touch! LOL!

      Reply
      • Carmy

        September 30, 2016 at 10:18 pm

        Hahahahaha. It is so perfect for when I want to keep the fruit from touching my carb!

        Reply
    15. dixya @food, pleasure, and health

      September 30, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      i used to have a bento box when i was little..and its so fun to see it back.

      Reply
    16. jill conyers

      October 01, 2016 at 1:41 am

      My easy go to recipe is a very large salad I make on Sunday and it lasts me all week. All I have to do is add a protein.

      Reply
    17. Kayla @ Blondes Have More Run

      October 01, 2016 at 6:14 am

      I love this idea! I’ve heard of Bento boxes before, but never knew much about them. I love it though because it’s like a healthy Lunchable for adults that you get to be creative with!!

      Reply
    18. abbey

      October 01, 2016 at 10:09 am

      These are all so cute and look so delicious!! Great job! <3

      Reply
    19. Esther

      October 01, 2016 at 10:49 am

      What a cute idea! Love bento box lunches!

      Reply
    20. Amy Heffernan

      October 01, 2016 at 11:30 am

      My easy go to recipe is omelettes. :D Thanks!

      Reply
    21. Tara @ A Daily Dose of Fit

      October 01, 2016 at 1:02 pm

      Love making my own boxed lunches, especially for the kids because they happen to love the (gross) options from the store! Thanks for the ideas!

      Reply
    22. Toni

      October 01, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      Great post! I love bento boxes, they are so much fun to put together. My go to recipe is pasta salad. Easy, delicious and I can add any protein I want!

      Reply
    23. Christine Murray

      October 01, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      A large salad to last all week. Grilled chicken cooked ahead.

      Reply
    24. Nicole @ Fitful Focus

      October 01, 2016 at 7:03 pm

      These all look delicious! And those little boxes are so cute!

      Reply
    25. Jenn

      October 01, 2016 at 7:33 pm

      Absolutely LOVE the clam bake idea! We use a bento box for little man’s lunch and it’s great – we can add a variety of items to it, while keeping an eye on portions.

      Reply
    26. Kathryn @ Dancing to Running

      October 02, 2016 at 5:19 am

      A bento box sounds like a great idea for making easy lunches. I don’t know why I’ve never thought of that before!

      Reply
    27. Glogirl

      October 02, 2016 at 2:39 pm

      My easy go-to recipe would be Beefy macaroni and cheese. I pop all the ingredients in the slow cooker and it does the work for me!

      Reply
    28. Amy C

      October 02, 2016 at 11:15 pm

      My easy go to recipe is for french toast.

      Reply
    29. angela m

      October 03, 2016 at 11:50 am

      My easy go to recipe is breakfast. French toast or omelettes.

      Reply
    30. Jonnie

      October 03, 2016 at 3:20 pm

      Chicken and rice is my go-to meal

      Reply
    31. Cayanne Marcus @healthyezsweet

      October 03, 2016 at 11:27 pm

      All of those potatoes are making me drool. Especially the one with the mushrooms! These would be so easy to pack for a day at University

      Reply
    32. Tara Betterley

      October 04, 2016 at 11:45 am

      My go to meal has to be wraps! I love that we can throw them together quickly and easily.

      Reply
    33. leana

      October 05, 2016 at 12:30 pm

      My easy go to meal is teriyaki chicken, rice and steamed broccoli!

      Reply
    34. maria

      October 06, 2016 at 12:11 am

      chicken with chili chicken sauce, rice and peppers

      Reply
    35. Jacky Y

      October 09, 2016 at 11:03 pm

      Chicken with caesar salad is my go-to!

      Reply
    36. Josh S

      October 10, 2016 at 9:58 pm

      Chicken and rice are my go to meal

      Reply
    37. Wanda Tracey

      October 11, 2016 at 11:26 pm

      I love these cute little boxes and my go to lunch is a bacon lettuce and tomato sandwich with a salad.

      Reply
    38. Yuen C

      October 12, 2016 at 10:46 pm

      Grilled cheese is my go-to!

      Reply
    39. Tammy Dalley

      October 13, 2016 at 11:18 pm

      I love green salads!

      Reply
    40. Verushka

      October 23, 2016 at 2:47 pm

      I too make lunches at home.Often they are leftovers or protein added to salad.I make a huge container of unseasoned salad and each day take a portion with some protein

      Reply

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