Protein Snack Boxes (Printable)

Customizable protein boxes with chicken, eggs, cheese, fresh veggies, nuts, and crackers for easy snacking.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 8 oz cooked chicken breast, sliced
02 - 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
03 - 4 oz sliced turkey or ham
04 - 4 oz cheddar cheese, cubed

→ Vegetables & Fruit

05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
06 - 1 cup cucumber slices
07 - 1 cup baby carrots
08 - 1 apple, sliced and tossed with lemon juice

→ Snacks & Dips

09 - 1/2 cup hummus, divided into 4 small containers
10 - 16 whole-grain crackers or gluten-free crackers
11 - 1/4 cup mixed nuts

# Method:

01 - Set up 4 meal prep containers or divided snack boxes on your workspace.
02 - Divide chicken breast, turkey or ham, hard-boiled eggs, and cheese cubes evenly among the containers.
03 - Place cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, baby carrots, and apple slices into each box.
04 - Transfer hummus into small lidded containers and add one to each snack box.
05 - Add 4 crackers and 1 tablespoon of mixed nuts per container, keeping crackers separate to maintain crispness.
06 - Secure lids on all containers and refrigerate until serving. Consume within 3 to 4 days for optimal freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can assemble everything in 15 minutes while barely paying attention
  • Each box feels like a thoughtful lunch someone else made just for you
02 -
  • Never pack crackers directly against damp ingredients or they will lose their texture completely
  • Hard-boiled eggs need to be fully cooled before packing or they will create condensation that makes everything soggy
03 -
  • Assemble everything on Sunday evening and your workweek lunches are literally done
  • Let kids customize their own boxes for a fun weekend activity that teaches healthy choices
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