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20 Delicious Bentgo Lunch Ideas

Aug 2, 2022 · Modified: Aug 14, 2022

In need of some Bentgo Lunch Ideas? Look no further! This collection of Bentgo lunch box ideas and recipes are perfect for kids and adults alike.

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Gone are the days of having to pack a simple sandwich and chips for lunch! Bento box lunch ideas are perfect for a variety of different things.

Jump to:
  • Bentgo Snack Ideas
  • 20 Bentgo Lunch Ideas
  • 1. Spicy Chicken Bowls
  • 2. Avocado Turkey Hummus Wraps
  • 3. Cucumber Sandwiches
  • 4. Veggie Cream Cheese Roll Ups
  • 5. DIY Cheese and Fruit Box
  • 6. Turkey Taco Salad
  • 7. Tuna Egg Salad & Fruit Bowls
  • 8. Homemade Ranch Delight Bento Ideas
  • 9. Turkey Protein Boxes
  • 10. Rainbow Bento Box
  • 11. Cheese Quesadillas
  • 12. Homemade Ham Lunchables
  • 13. Peanut Butter & Jelly Boxes
  • 14. Garlic Parmesan Kale Pasta
  • 15. Garden Vegetable Turkey Loaf
  • 16. Greek Pasta Salad
  • 17. Chicken Sausage Pasta
  • 18. Chicken Fried Rice
  • 19. English Muffin Mini Pizzas
  • 20. Teriyaki Grilled Chicken
  • The Goods

For one, packing a Bento box lunch makes meal prep easy and saves you a ton of time throughout the week. You won’t have to worry about what you will have for lunch that day because it’s packed and ready to go.

The second most popular reason we love Bento lunches is that it’s kid friendly. The kids can easily take it with them and enjoy a delicious and healthy lunch at school or wherever they go.

A plastic bento box filled with snacks and lunch ingredients.

Bento lunches are great for picky eaters and the whole family alike, as there certainly will not be any shortage of options to nibble at with these delicious meal ideas!

Bentgo Snack Ideas

Apart from the fabulous Bentgo lunch ideas below, here are some of our favorite snacks to put in the smaller compartments of bento boxes.

  • Baby carrots or celery sticks.
  • Blueberries, raspberries or strawberries.
  • Yogurt pretzels.
  • Cherry tomatoes, bell pepper slices or sugar snap peas.
  • Tortilla chips and a dip like guacamole or salsa.
  • Pickles.
  • Kiwi slices.
  • Nut butter or seed butter and rice cakes.

20 Bentgo Lunch Ideas

1. Spicy Chicken Bowls

Ready to spice up lunch? These spicy chicken bowls are packed with roasted green beans, broccoli, mashed cauliflower, and spicy chicken. It’s a healthy combo of flavors that’s great for low-carb diets.

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2. Avocado Turkey Hummus Wraps

A quick and healthy lunch idea that’s also delicious and full of flavor. These wraps are made with turkey, hummus, and avocado.

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3. Cucumber Sandwiches

Light and refreshing, these cucumber sandwiches can be added to your bento box and paired with a variety of different sides you will enjoy for lunch.

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4. Veggie Cream Cheese Roll Ups

Pinwheel sandwiches make the perfect Bento box addition because they are small, and filling, and you can customize them to your liking. These vegetable cream cheese roll-ups are the way to go if you like veggies.

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5. DIY Cheese and Fruit Box

The perfect balance of cheese and fruit is what you will get with this Bento lunch idea. Crackers, grapes, nuts, and 3 different kinds of cheese are included.

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6. Turkey Taco Salad

Change up your typical taco salad lunch with this turkey taco salad. Easily prep this ahead of time and you’ll have a delicious lunch waiting for you when you are ready.

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7. Tuna Egg Salad & Fruit Bowls

Serve this tuna egg salad on its own or throw in a few pieces of bread and pair it with some fruit on the side and you have a delicious make-ahead lunch idea.

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8. Homemade Ranch Delight Bento Ideas

Whether you are planning out lunch ideas for yourself or for the kids, these homemade ranch delight Bento boxes are both healthy and delicious.

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9. Turkey Protein Boxes

The perfect solution for lunch when you want something that’s both healthy and filling. These protein boxes are a copycat of the Starbucks turkey bistro boxes we all love.

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10. Rainbow Bento Box

This tasty Bento box idea pairs a variety of different fruits and veggies with simple pinwheels. The pinwheels are made with spinach, turkey, and hummus, but you can customize it to fit your flavor preference.

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11. Cheese Quesadillas

Kids and adults can enjoy these cheese quesadilla lunch boxes. Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings and some fruit on the side and you have a delicious and filling meal.

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12. Homemade Ham Lunchables

Create your own homemade lunchables at home with your favorite meat, cheese, and sides. This example shows you how to make a filling ham lunchable even the kids will love.

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13. Peanut Butter & Jelly Boxes

This is an idea for the kids! Mix up your typical PB&J sandwich by making it a fun lunch for the kids. Pair it with some fruits and veggies and you have a fun Bento box lunch idea.

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14. Garlic Parmesan Kale Pasta

If you love garlic, you are going to be over the moon with this tasty lunch idea. It’s a garlic parmesan kale pasta that you can take anywhere and is garlicy-delicious.

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15. Garden Vegetable Turkey Loaf

Just because it’s lunch or you’re on the go doesn’t mean you can’t have some comfort food to enjoy. Pair the loaf with your favorite sides and you have a filling meal.

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16. Greek Pasta Salad

A tasty salad option that you will love to enjoy at lunch! This is a Greek pasta salad that’s mixed with veggies, cheese, chicken and a delicious Greek dressing.

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17. Chicken Sausage Pasta

A quick 15-minute meal that you can prep for lunch throughout the week, this chicken and sausage pasta dish is hearty and delicious.

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18. Chicken Fried Rice

Instead of ordering out for lunch, make yourself a chicken fried rice dish that’ll satisfy your craving for Chinese food.

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19. English Muffin Mini Pizzas

Add some extra flavor to lunch by making your own English muffin mini pizzas. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy it with some veggies for extra fun.

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20. Teriyaki Grilled Chicken

Talk about a Bento box lunch idea that’s full of flavor! Grilled chicken is smothered in a teriyaki sauce and paired with rice and veggies for a delicious lunch you’ll enjoy any day of the week.

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The Goods

20 Bentgo Lunch Ideas

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In need of Bentgo Lunch Ideas? Look no further! This collection of Bentgo lunch box ideas and recipes are perfect for kids and adults alike.
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Japanese

Recipes

  • Spicy Chicken Bowls
  • Avocado Turkey Hummus Wraps
  • Cucumber Sandwiches
  • Veggie Cream Cheese Roll Ups
  • DIY Cheese and Fruit Box
  • Turkey Taco Salad
  • Tuna Egg Salad & Fruit Bowls
  • Homemade Ranch Delight Bento Ideas
  • Turkey Protein Boxes
  • Rainbow Bento Box
  • Cheese Quesadillas
  • Homemade Ham Lunchables
  • Peanut Butter & Jelly Boxes
  • Garlic Parmesan Kale Pasta
  • Garden Vegetable Turkey Loaf
  • Greek Pasta Salad
  • Chicken Sausage Pasta
  • Chicken Fried Rice
  • English Muffin Mini Pizzas
  • Teriyaki Grilled Chicken

Instructions

  • Choose a recipe to try.
  • Gather the ingredients needed.
  • Cook and enjoy!

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