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Protein Box (aka DIY Bistro Box)

Make lunch time super simple and totally delicious with this Protein Box, aka DIY Bistro Box. Packed with good stuff, it won’t break the bank.
Prep Time15 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 578kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs (hard-cooked)
  • 4 oz cheddar cheese slices
  • 4 apple sliced
  • 4 to 6 ribs celery cut into sticks
  • 4 oz nut butter to divide into your own containers or 4 packets
  • 8 oz rice crackers
  • 4 portions seasonal fruit

Instructions

  • Peel and cut the eggs in half if you prefer. Cut the cheese into slices.
  • Divide the ingredients among four containers with lids. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Depending on your containers, you may want to package your crackers into separate containers or baggies to keep them from absorbing moisture and going stale.

Nutrition

Calories: 578kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 216mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 70g | Vitamin A: 2000IU | Vitamin C: 18.2mg | Calcium: 276mg | Iron: 2.7mg