Build Your Own Lunch Box Recipe

Inspired by Exotic Thai

Time1h 30m

Serves15

Choose 1 appetizer, 1 salad, and 1 entrée per box. Minimum 15 boxes per selected entrée.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Hummus
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
2
Cut Vegetable Sticks
Wash and peel the vegetables. Cut the carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers into sticks. Arrange them on a platter.
3
Prepare Mini Mozzarella Balls
Drain the mozzarella balls and optionally toss them with olive oil, salt, and herbs for flavor.

4
Assemble Caesar Salad
In a bowl, combine romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Toss well to coat.
5
Prepare Greek Salad
Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and bell peppers. Add olives and feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then toss gently.
6
Make Quinoa Salad
Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Let cool, then mix with diced vegetables, parsley, and a lemon vinaigrette.

7
Cook Grilled Chicken Breast
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let rest and slice.
8
Prepare Vegetable Stir-Fry
In a hot pan, add oil and stir-fry assorted vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots) for about 5-7 minutes. Season with soy sauce.
9
Cook Pasta Primavera
Boil pasta according to package instructions. In a separate pan, sauté seasonal vegetables in olive oil, then combine with drained pasta and toss with Parmesan.