Adult Meal-Prep Bento Box: 5 Ideas + Portion Guide

A 4-day meal prep system with a 4-compartment box, including protein, starch, crunchy vegetable, and a bright accent

Prep Time45 mins

Total Time45 mins

Servings: 4 boxes Course: Main Course Cuisine: Asian Calories: 560 kcal

Ingredients

Protein

5-6 oz oz cooked chicken thigh, flank steak, salmon, or shredded pork (Cook to 165°F / 74°C for poultry, 145°F / 63°C for beef and pork)

Starch

3/4 cup cup cooked jasmine rice, brown rice, farro, or roasted potatoes (Toss warm with 1 tsp oil to prevent clumping)

Crunch Veg

1 cup cup roasted broccoli, blistered green beans, or slaw (Roast at 425°F / 220°C, not steam)

Accent

1/4 cup cup pickled onion, kimchi, chimichurri, or fruit (The acid or sweet resets your palate mid-meal)

Instructions

Assembly

1

Prepare each component according to the recipe

2

Assemble the bento box with the 4 compartments

Equipment

Bento Box
Sheet Pan
Rack

Nutrition

Serving1 box

Calories560

Carbohydrates45-68g

Protein39-53g

Fat15-22g

Notes

Cool everything within 90 minutes of cooking and hold the fridge at 40°F / 4°C or below

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