A colorful, nutritious lunchbox with fruit skewers, yogurt dip, and savory sides ideal for kids.
# Ingredient list:
→ Fruit Skewers
01 - 6 large strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1/2 cup seedless grapes, red or green
03 - 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
04 - 1 small kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1/2 banana, thickly sliced
06 - 6 wooden or reusable mini skewers
→ Yogurt Dip
07 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Savory Sides
10 - 4 whole wheat mini sandwich bread slices
11 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese
12 - 2 slices deli turkey or ham, optional
13 - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
14 - 1 small carrot, peeled and cut into sticks
15 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
# How-to:
01 - Thread alternating pieces of strawberry, grape, pineapple, kiwi, and banana onto each skewer, creating a vibrant and colorful arrangement on every stick.
02 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy, then transfer to a small lidded container.
03 - Spread cream cheese on two bread slices, layer with sliced turkey or ham if desired, add cucumber slices, and cover with remaining bread. Cut sandwiches into decorative shapes using cookie cutters for visual appeal.
04 - Arrange fruit skewers, yogurt dip, sandwich pieces, carrot sticks, and cherry tomatoes in separate compartments of the bento box to maintain freshness and visual appeal.
05 - Refrigerate the assembled bento box until ready to serve. Include an ice pack when packing for school or outdoor activities.
