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christmas bento

Christmas Bento: 7 Magical Tips for a Joyful Meal


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A festive bento box filled with seasonal treats and colorful ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup cooked chicken, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup edamame
  • 1/4 cup snow peas
  • 1 small carrot, cut into shapes
  • 1 sprig parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rice and let it cool.
  2. Slice the chicken and vegetables.
  3. Shape the rice into festive forms.
  4. Arrange the chicken and vegetables in the bento box.
  5. Drizzle soy sauce over the rice.
  6. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  7. Add edamame and snow peas.
  8. Garnish with carrot shapes and parsley.

Notes

  • Use leftover turkey for a holiday twist.
  • Feel free to add your favorite seasonal fruits.
  • Make it vegetarian by replacing chicken with tofu.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Bento-style
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bento box
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: christmas bento