This Sushi Bento Box is a fun and creative way to change up your kids lunchboxes. Not only is this healthy lunchbox full of nutritious food for you little ones, it is also bursting with colour, flavour and artistic flair.
Forget about boring sandwiches and the lunchtime battles. This healthy lunchbox for kids will leave them satisfied being the highlight of their day. This tasty and nutritious lunch will sure be a hit with kids of all ages.
The kids can easily be involved with the prep of this Sushi Bento Box and some components can even be done the night before to save time in the morning.
We all know as busy parents it can be easy to serve your children the same things in their lunchboxes every day but changing things up and providing children with a variety of healthy foods not only keeps your children interested, but it also encourages healthy eating habits and is important for their growth and development.
Whether your kids are enjoying lunch at home, a picnic in the park, or taking lunch to school, this Sushi Bento Box is sure to impress.
SUSHI BENTO BOX
My kids love sushi so I thought what better way to create a healthy lunchbox for kids by using one of their favourite meals.
As you can see in the photo, there are two lunchboxes pictured. This is because in Australia at most public primary schools we have something called Crunch & Sip, which is a set time in the morning for students to ‘refuel’ on vegetables, salad and fruit and ‘rehydrate’ with water.
WHAT TO PUT IN A HEALTHY LUNCHBOX
There are many healthy lunchbox ideas for kids. Sometimes it can almost be overwhelming with what to choose and if you’re getting enough variety and nutrition into your kids.
I generally try to have a ‘main meal’ in the kids lunchboxes as well as fruits, vegetables and snacks to make up the reminder and to create a variety especially if you have fussy kids.
The main food groups are:
- FRUIT – essential vitamins, minerals and fibre for growing bodies.
- VEGETABLES – a great source of fibre and packed with nutrients.
- DAIRY – great for healthy bones and teeth.
- BREADS & GRAINS – high in fibre and carbohydrates which helps children have the energy to learn and play all day.
- MEAT & ALTERNATIVES – high in protein, helping kids to grow and repair their bodies.
I try to serve 3 to 4 food groups in my children’s lunchboxes.
Below you will find some of my favourite healthy lunchbox ideas for kids.
SUSHI BENTO BOX INGREDIENTS
- WATERMELON – loaded with micronutrients like vitamins and minerals that will help your children grow and develop.
- APPLE – good source of fibre.
- GRAPES – I have used green grapes but any grapes can be used.
- GRAPE TOMATOES – you can use cherry tomatoes as an alternative.
- CUCUMBER – crunchy and fresh.
- CARROT – great source of potassium.
- CHEESE – you can use any cheese, I had cheddar cheese at home and used this.
- MINI RITZ CRACKERS – I got these mini crackers to fit into lunchboxes from Coles.
- PRETZELS – I usually add a ‘treat’ food and as this particular lunchbox already has quite a bit of fruit and sweetness, I decided to use a savoury ‘treat’.
- SUSHI – find my recipe here. Alternatively you can use any flavour sushi that your children like or to use up any left overs.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR SUSHI BENTO BOX
Are sushi bento boxes healthy?
Yes, sushi is healthy and depending on what you put in your sushi bento box, you can create them to be super healthy and tasty for your kid’s school lunches.
What should I put in my bento box?
You can add any extras you like or that your kids prefer to go with the sushi. I like to change things up and add some fruits and vegetables where I can to have a variety of foods for my kids.
How long does sushi keep for?
Sushi generally keeps for 1-2 days depending on what’s inside. When I make sushi, I would generally eat it the same day or the day after.
Is sushi ok in a lunchbox?
Yes, sushi is ok in a lunchbox. Most lunchboxes these days have ice packs and are insulated so the sushi will be fine until lunchtime.
HOW TO MAKE SUSHI BENTO BOX
I started with the Crunch & Sip container and cut up watermelon and apple into bite size pieces.
Next I cut the cucumber and carrot into finger sizes that would fit into this lunchbox. Adding some grapes and grape or cherry tomatoes.
I used mini ritz crackers from Coles, here is a link, and I cut the cheese to match the size of the cracker.
Pretzels which are store bought and used as the ‘treat’ food in this Sushi Bento Box instead of something sweet.
This particular sushi pictured is my Chicken Katsu Sushi but I have added cucumber instead of lettuce. You can use any flavour sushi that suits your kids. Other ideas could be tuna, tofu, avocado or prawn. Sushi can be made with any leaf over meat or vegetables to make your life easier or tailor made to suit your child.
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