4th of July Goodness

This Week's Bento Lunch

In anticipation of the upcoming holiday weekend, we decided to fill this week's bento with goodies that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner or an evening picnic under the fireworks. Happy 4th of July! 

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Salad Gone Incognito

This Week's Bento Lunch

Trying to get more veggies into your diet but not a big fan of salads? If so, then you're in luck because this week we're rolling up our salads and taking them to go. Rice paper is perfect for transforming a seemingly boring salad into a dippably fun main course! 

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Craving Quencher

This Week's Bento Lunch

This week's bento is a little bit salty, a little bit spicy and just sweet enough to make it perfect for those days when you're craving a bit of everything. Enjoy! 

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Sensationally Beneficial Salmon

This Week's Bento Lunch

When counting calories, it's extremely important to make sure the foods you are eating are high in vitamins and minerals. One food that makes great use of those daily allotted calories is salmon which provides a number of benefits ranging from muscle strength to disease prevention. Since we're currently working hard to cut calories, we've put together a small salmon salad with some tasty, low calorie sides sure to leave us healthfully satisfied and feeling great! 

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Grab and Go to Pre-School

This Week's Bento Lunch

A lot goes into packing a preschooler's lunch, so this week we've put together a grab 'n go bento sure to be a hit at the preschool lunch table. This grab 'n go includes a great variety of foods that can quickly be packed by mom and easily picked up by little fingers. 

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Laptop Lunches on Amazon UK {plus MENU}

As many of you may know Laptop Lunches Bento-ware is now available on Amazon UK! In celebration we have created a festive menu, seen in the image above. Many of you have asked for the recipes and packing instructions for this lunch and we are more than happy to oblige! This menu is an American twist on some British classics. Hope you all enjoy! 

Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Sandwich- 
Gluten-Free Chia and Millet Bread
Whipped Cream Cheese
Smoked Wild Alaskan Salmon
Fresh Cucumber

Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on both slices of your bread.
Lay a few slices of smoked salmon over one slice of your bread.
Cut your cucumber into thin coins and lay them over your smoked salmon.
Stack your sandwich together and cut it at an angle into two triangles.
Place the sandwich in your large unlidded container.

Roasted Finglering Potatoes-
Fingerling "Russian Banana" Potatoes
Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degree Celsius).
Arrange your potatoes in a small iron skillet or baking pan. Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place in the oven and cook for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through. Allow the potatoes to cool before placing them in the large lidded container.
Include your favorite dip in the small container to place alongside your roasted fingerling potatoes.

Cheddar Hearts and Snap Peas- 

Sharp Irish Cheddar
Fresh Snap Peas

Cut your cheese into 1/4 inch thick slices and cut into bit sized heart-shapes with our fruit and veggie cutters.
Include the snap peas and the cheddar hearts in your medium unlidded container.

Cinnamon Raisin Chia Pudding-
1/4 cup Chia Seeds
2 cups Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
Cinnamon
1 tbsp Light Agave Syrup (optional)
1/4 cup Raisins

Combine in a large jar the almond milk, agave and chia seeds with a dash of cinnamon. Allow these to soak for a few hours or over night so that the chia seeds plump up. The texture is a lot like tapioca pudding. Stir in the raisins and scoop a serving into your medium lidded container. Use one of our ice packs along with an insulated bento bag to keep your lunch at a safe, cool temperature.

We are so excited to finally be more immediately accessible to all of our fans in the UK! Thank you for all of your enthusiasm and support! You can find our products on Amazon UK here. Our US fans can still find us on laptoplunches.com

Hikers Bento

Healthy whole snacks is the best way to stay energized during a day hike. Packing a bento is easy and a convenient way to carry your food during a hike. Fresh Veggies and Fruit along with Cheese and Crackers -- it's a perfect mid-hike treat to keep you going! 

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Summer Start-Up Starry Bagel

Blast off into summer! This stellar mix of Veggies, Fruits, and a Mini Bagel Moon with Starry Cheese is the perfect way to end the school year! Easy and playful, this lunch starts the summer right with shooting stars and will get your child galactivated for an awesome summer break!

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Kimchi Grilled Cheese ~ submitted Kay Uyeda

This Goofy Recipe submission is an unusual combination spicy, sour flavors, and gooey, creamy textures. An unexpected meal that will make your mouth water!

Ingredients:

1 jar Mother-in-Law's Kimchi
Muenster Cheese
Whole Grain Bread
Butter

Directions:

Butter one side of two Whole Grain Bread slices. Place one slice on a medium heat pan, buttered side down.  Place 1-2 slices of Muenster Cheese on the bread in the pan. Cover the Muenster Cheese with pieces of Kimchi. Place your second piece of Whole Grain Bread on top of the Sandwich, buttered side up. Use a heavy lid or grilling weight to press the sandwich. Flip the sandwich after a minute or so and replace weight, allowing the other side to grill. When both sides are golden and the cheese has melted, remove the sandwich from heat and allow to cool for moment before eating.

Bento Americana

This Weeks Bento Lunch Menu

This American classic makes a great mid-day meal any time of year. Use lots of seasonal fresh greens topped with your favorite toppings for a salad you're sure to love. Pack it with a side of chili and some fresh cornbread, and you've got a real treat!

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Pasta for our Loves

This Week's Bento Lunch

We've been so inspired by the amazing Valentine's Day Bento Lunches you've been sharing that we decided to get in on the fun with this week's bento lunch. Happy Valentine's Day! 


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Beating the Chill

This Week's Bento Lunch

In an effort to keep ourselves warm from the inside out, over the weekend we made a big pot of chili, which we've been recycling for lunches. Whether it's warm or cold, chili is such a comforting food that it quickly takes the winter chill away.

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4th of July Goodness

This Week's Bento Lunch

In anticipation of the upcoming holiday weekend, we decided to fill this week's bento with goodies that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner or an evening picnic under the fireworks. Happy 4th of July!

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Bread and Cheese Picnic

This Week's Photo



Menu

* Fresh Papaya stuffed with Mountain Blueberries
* Francese Bread
* Zucchini Patties
* Brie Cheese
* Cheddar Cheese


Preparation Notes

This decadent picnic lunch is ideal for special occasions when you want something light and satisfying. It's especially deliciious during the summer months when local blueberries are in season. Substitute melon for the papaya if you prefer.

Slice the papaya in half and remove the seeds. Add heaping scoop of blueberries to the center (or pack them on the side and add them just before eating.)

Slice a piece of francese bread.

Prepare the zucchini patties. Combine 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini, 1/2 cup grated carrot, and 3/4 cup grated onion in a bowl. Add 1 egg and stir. Add 3/4 cup whole wheat flour, a pinch of salt and pepper, and mix gently. Add a small amount of olive oil to a skillet and heat. Spoon the batter into the skillet. Pan-fry the patties on one side and then the other until golden brown. Serve plain, or with salsa, marinara sauce,or ketchup.

Add two of your favorite cheeses. (Brie and cheddar pictured here.)