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Hummus and Carrots Bento

Published: Jun 26, 2023 · Updated: Jul 31, 2023 by Laura Fuentes · This post may contain affiliate links

This hummus and carrots bento idea is the perfect way to complete a healthy lunch!
5 from 19 votes
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Hummus is a terrific dip for kids to enjoy more veggies, so I’ll show you how to pack it to build a satisfying meal that stays fresh and how to avoid a messy lunch bag!

bento box with hummus, carrots, cucumber, olives, cherry tomatoes and puffed cheese bites.

Bento Box with Hummus and Carrots

Kids having fun while eating veggies is every parent’s dream, and with a simple concept, it can! Dipping veggies into a dip will do it, and hummus is a great vessel for kids to dip and eat more vegetables at lunch in a way they really enjoy it!

Although this bento is not a complete lunch, packing hummus and carrots to compliment a sandwich lunch is great as well as for a quick snack box. Learn more about how to pack a bento box as a complete lunch here.

Hummus is available in different flavors at the store, so if your child enjoys it, it’s a great way to switch up the dip!

What is in this Hummus and Carrots Bento

Hummus and carrots are a yummy and fun lunchbox duo! Add more delicious ingredients you have on hand and… mission accomplished!

In this bento box I included:

  • Hummus: your kids’ favorite store-bought or homemade hummus.
  • Carrots: carrot sticks or baby carrots are perfect for dipping!
  • Olives: any pitted olives.
  • More veggies: this time, I added cherry tomatoes and cucumber sticks. 
  • Something crunchy: puffed cheese bites, pita chips, whole-grain crackers… you choose!

You’ll find the measurements in the recipe card below.

See how to make this bento in the quick video below:

How to pack Hummus and Carrots Bento Box for lunch

This nutritious bento with hummus and carrots will stay fresh and crunchy until lunchtime by packing it correctly.

Here’s how I assembled this bento box:

  1. Pack the hummus
    Place the hummus in one compartment or inside a small lidded container. 
  2. Pack the carrots
    In another compartment, place the carrots and any other veggies. 
  3. Refrigerate
    Store in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Tips for packing a perfect lunch for kids

Keep lunches fresh until lunchtime with a few simple packing tips. This way, it stays intact, you avoid spills, and it keeps kids satiated!

Make it a meal
This bento box goes great with a sandwich for a filling lunch that both kids and adults will enjoy! Pack a Classic Egg Salad Sandwich or this Turkey and Pepperoni Sandwich and make it a meal. Check out all my tips for packing sandwiches in the lunchbox.

Make it different every time
If your child enjoys eating hummus, you can make this lunchbox different and fun by packing different flavors. You can buy it at the store or try my epic Sweet Potato Hummus or this delicious Homemade Edamame Hummus.

Add more veggies
Aside from carrots, you can add other fun veggies to dip, like bell pepper strips, cucumber slices, celery sticks, sugar snap peas, or green beans.

Add a healthy dessert
Homemade sweet treats are great to fill bellies and add nutrition in a way no one can resist! Pick one of these healthy desserts for school lunch, such as this delicious Fruit and Yogurt Parfait and the lunchbox will come back home empty!

Hummus and Carrots Bento

Laura Fuentes
5 from 19 votes
This hummus and carrots bento idea is the perfect way to complete a healthy lunch!
Servings: 1
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons hummus
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • ¼ cup sliced veggies

Instructions
 

  • Place the hummus in one compartment or inside a small lidded container.
  • In another compartment, place the carrots and any other veggies.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Notes

Nutrition information is calculated for hummus and carrots only.

Equipment

Kids Lunch Box
101 Packed Lunches

Nutrition

Serving: 1 bento boxCalories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 206mgPotassium: 367mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 17660IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg
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