Power Up with Plants Protein Box

By Beth Stark, RDN, LDN
Total Time
15 Mins
Serves
4
Serving Size
1 protein box
Meal
Lunch Snack
Course
Main Snack

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.

Prep Time
15 Mins
Cook Time
0 Mins
Total Time
15 Mins
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.