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Fresh Mediterranean Hummus Bento Box for Kids

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A quick, easy, and healthy Mediterranean-inspired lunchbox featuring creamy hummus, fresh veggies, olives, and pita triangles, perfect for kids and busy weekdays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz/425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed to loosen consistency
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced into sticks
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives (optional)
  • 4 small whole wheat pita breads, cut into triangles (or gluten-free pita)

Instructions

  1. Make the hummus: In a food processor or blender, combine drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to reach a creamy, spreadable consistency. Blend for about 5-7 minutes, scraping down sides occasionally.
  2. Prepare the veggies and pita: Rinse and halve cherry tomatoes. Peel and cut carrot into 3-inch sticks. Slice cucumber into similar-sized sticks. Cut pita breads into triangles. This should take about 7 minutes.
  3. Assemble the bento box: Spoon hummus into a small container or compartment. Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber sticks, carrot sticks, and Kalamata olives in separate sections. Place pita triangles in a separate compartment to avoid sogginess. Assembly takes about 3 minutes.
  4. Garnish and final touches: Sprinkle paprika or sumac on hummus for color. Add fresh parsley or mint leaves if desired. Seal the bento box and refrigerate until ready to pack or serve.

Notes

Use good quality tahini for best flavor. Rinse canned chickpeas to remove excess sodium and canned taste. Adjust garlic to taste for kids. Keep pita separate to avoid sogginess. Hummus can be made ahead and stored up to 3 days in the fridge. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pita or rice crackers. Optional garnishes include paprika, sumac, parsley, or mint.

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Keywords: hummus, Mediterranean, kids lunch, healthy lunch, easy lunch, bento box, chickpeas, pita, veggies

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