Turkey And Cheddar Protein Bento Box
A quick, no-cook bento box featuring savory unsmoked turkey slices, sharp cheddar, rich hummus, crunchy walnuts, and crisp vegetable sticks.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Make-Ahead Prep: This bento can be assembled the night before. Keep the walnuts in a small dry silicone muffin liner inside the box to keep them perfectly crunchy.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Lay the unsmoked turkey slices flat on…
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Lay the unsmoked turkey slices flat on…
Lay the unsmoked turkey slices flat on a clean cutting board and roll them up tightly into neat cylinders.
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Slice the cucumber and red bell pepper…
Slice the cucumber and red bell pepper into thick, sturdy sticks for easy dipping.
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Place the turkey rolls in one compartment…
Using a bento box or a divided meal prep container, place the turkey rolls in one compartment and the mature cheddar cheese in another.
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Place the cucumber and red bell pepper…
Place the cucumber and red bell pepper sticks in a third compartment, leaving room next to them for the walnut halves.
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Spoon the classic hummus into a small
Spoon the classic hummus into a small, leak-proof container or a dedicated section of your bento box.
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Pack the box and store it in…
Pack the box and store it in the fridge until you are ready to eat. Can be enjoyed cold up to 3 days after preparing.
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