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Home | Nutrition | 5 Lunch Box Ideas

5 Lunch Box Ideas

Published on May 17, 2018 by Stephanie Kay

Looking for lunch box ideas? Here are 5 quick, easy, and healthy box lunch ideas that are high in protein, fiber, and well-balanced with healthy fats.

5 Bistro Box Lunch Ideas

 

Packing lunches doesn’t need to be complicated, especially when you can make bistro boxes! By keeping things simple, the right combination of protein, healthy fats, veggies, and/or fruit can help to create a well-balanced meal that you can whip together in next to no time at all. Plus, the right ingredients can really help to cut down on prep time and often require no cooking at all. Not only are bistro box lunches simple to prepare but they store incredibly well in the fridge and are great for adults and kids alike. Here are 5 lunch ideas you can pull together in a pinch for a week’s worth of healthy lunches.

1. Smoked Salmon Lunch Box

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Smoked Salmon + Goat Cheese + Rice Crackers + Asparagus

If you’re a fan of a smoked salmon bagel, this is the lunch box for you! Paired with creamy goat cheese and simple rice crackers, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, high in protein and rich in natural fats.

 

2. Chicken & Hummus Lunch Box

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Chicken + Hummus + Carrots + Avocado + Cherry Tomatoes

This lunch box is chock full of protein and healthy fats to ensure you are satiated and energized for your afternoon. You can use leftover chicken or grab some good quality deli meat at your local butcher or grocery store.

3. Ploughman’s Lunch Box

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Boiled Eggs + Cheese + Almonds + Apple + Bell Pepper

A similar version of the global coffee chain’s, this lunch box is incredibly quick and easy to prepare. Simply hard boil a batch of eggs on the weekend and you’ll be able to whip together lunches in no time.

4. Antipasto Lunch Box

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Prosciutto + Spring Mix + Mixed Olives + Raspberries

An antipasto platter is a classic Italian appetizer typically consisting of olives, cheeses, and meats, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be used for lunch! This lunch box combination can help satisfy both your sweet and salty tooth at the same time.

5. Mezze Lunch Box

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Feta + Olives + Carrots + Bell Peppers + Cucumbers + Artichokes Hearts

This Mediterranean-inspired lunch box is a great option for vegetarians and is quick and easy to prepare. Feel free to mix it up with a variety of different vegetables or an extra dollop of hummus for added plant-based protein.

 

NOTE: These bistro box lunch ideas are packed in my favorite containers from DALCINI Stainless.

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    1. Eleanore says

      November 24, 2018 at 7:31 am

      just ordered these dalcini stainless steel!! love them already so pretty. just wondering do you put the lids on the smaller containers that are inside the big ones or leave them as is?

      thanks!

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      • Stephanie Kay says

        November 24, 2018 at 10:17 am

        Yay! I’m so glad you ordered them, they are actually the best! I sometimes put the little condiment containers inside the sandwich boxes and round ones, it just depends what I’m making. Otherwise, I pack them separately. I really hope you enjoy them like I do, they will last you a lifetime!

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