Salads

Power Up with Plants Protein Box

Description

This simple protein box is the perfect no-cook snack option. Toasted walnuts, store-bought hummus and roasted chickpeas offer filling protein, while fresh carrot chips, bell pepper strips and sliced cucumbers are perfect for dipping.

Total Preparation Time: 15 Mins
Serves: 4
Serving Size: 1 protein box
Meal: Lunch, Snack

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250 cal
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8 g
  • Total Sugars: 4 g
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Calcium: 20 mg
  • Iron: 1 mg
  • Potassium: 435 mg

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup walnut halves
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh carrot chips
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1/4 cucumber, sliced
  • 3-1/2 ounces packaged sea salt roasted chickpeas
  • 1/4 cup original hummus

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and arrange walnuts evenly on a small baking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes, checking frequently, until toasted.
  2. Divide walnuts, carrots, bell pepper, chickpeas and hummus evenly into the compartments of 4 bento boxes or another similar sealable container.