Lunch

Hummus & chickpea rainbow lunch box

Hummus, chickpeas, cucumber, baby carrots, soft pita wedges and a clementine, packed bento-style.

6 min Serves 2 Estimated 6-min prep · no cooking

No cooking requiredLunch boxes & platesquick lunchno-cook lunchcold luncheasy work lunchUnder 15 minVegetarianHigh fiber Freezer-Friendly · Freeze the plain dip; stir well and add a fresh drizzle of olive oil and lemon after thawing.

Full recipe: 1 complete lunch, including all listed sides
Serving size: 1 complete lunch
Servings per batch: 1

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Contains: Sesame, Wheat

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Nutrition per serving

Estimated nutrition per serving — 1 complete lunch

Calories	450
Total fat	13 g
Saturated fat	1.8 gKeep low
Sodium	600 mg
Total carbohydrate	71 g
Fiber	16 gHigh
Total sugars	13 g
Added sugars	Not available
Protein	16 g

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High fiber: 8 g dietary fiber or more per stated serving.

Heart-healthy tips

No cooking, heating or toasting needed — just assemble.
Keep refrigerated (40°F / 4°C or below) until ready to eat. For transport, use an insulated lunch bag with at least two cold sources. Don't leave it out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C).

Storage & Meal Prep Tips

Applies to: Prepared dip or spread, after blending. Times assume safe preparation, prompt cooling when needed, a refrigerator at 40°F / 4°C or below, and a freezer at 0°F / -18°C or below.

Refrigerator: After blending: refrigerate in a covered container and use within 3–4 days.

Freezer: Freezer-Friendly · Freeze the plain dip; stir well and add a fresh drizzle of olive oil and lemon after thawing. Best quality within 1–2 months.

To thaw: Thaw in the refrigerator — never on the counter.

To reheat or serve: Serve cold or at room temperature; stir to restore creaminess.

Meal prep tip: Freeze in small containers so only what you need is thawed. Label packages with the recipe name, portion, and date frozen.

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Complete the meal

Sides chosen to complement this dish — nothing it already has.

Cinnamon apple slices

Fruit side

Fresh mozzarella pearls

Cheese side

Baked zucchini crisps

Crunchy side