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Healthy Bento Lunch Box

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Create a beautiful and healthy bento lunch box with this easy recipe! Featuring grilled tofu, fresh vegetables, jasmine or brown rice, boiled eggs, and edible flower garnishes, this meal is not only nutritious but also visually stunning. Perfect for meal prep, a balanced lunch, or a plant-based bento idea!

Ingredients

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Protein & Main Dish:

  • 4 slices plant-based or traditional grilled tofu patties (or meat alternative)

Vegetables & Sides:

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 celery sticks, cut into strips
  • 1/2 carrot, cut into sticks
  • 2 shiitake mushrooms (lightly sautéed or steamed)
  • 2 boiled eggs, sliced
  • 1 lettuce leaf (for base)

For the Base:

  • 1 cup cooked jasmine or brown rice

Optional Garnishes:

  • Edible flowers or herbs for decoration

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base:

  • Cook jasmine or brown rice according to package instructions.
  • Let it cool slightly before placing it in the bento box.

2. Cook the Protein:

  • Lightly pan-fry or grill tofu patties until golden brown and crispy.

3. Prepare the Vegetables & Sides:

  • Boil the eggs, then slice them into rounds.
  • Cut carrots and celery into sticks.
  • Sauté or steam shiitake mushrooms until tender.

4. Assemble the Bento Box:

  • Layer a lettuce leaf on one side of the bento box.
  • Place the rice as the base, then arrange tofu slices on top.
  • Neatly arrange the boiled eggs, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, celery, and carrots.
  • Garnish with edible flowers or fresh herbs for an aesthetic touch.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, drizzle soy sauce or a light sesame dressing over the rice.
  • Swap tofu with grilled tempeh or a meat alternative of your choice.
  • Use colorful vegetables like bell peppers or radish slices for an even more vibrant presentation.

Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/healthy-bento-lunch-box/