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    Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch

    August 2, 2022 by Jenn Leave a Comment

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    If you are so blessed as to live in a year-round warm climate, or if you are just trying to come up with ways to make the most of the last of your summer, you may like to know How to Make a Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch! 

    Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch

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    What Is A Bento Box?

    A bento box is an easy way to pack a nutritious lunch. Each bento box has separate compartments that make it easy to fill with different finger foods.

    There are thousands of bento box ideas out there - and this one is a ham and cheese lunch for kids. But don't let the name fool you, adults love this lunch too!

    Why You'll Love This Beach Lunch Idea

    The long, lazy days of summer may be coming to a close in most parts of the US, but here in Miami, it is summer practically year-round!

    This super fun Beach Bento Box for Kids Idea is the perfect way to enjoy an on-the-go healthy-ish lunch while you're at the park or beach - or just having fun in the backyard!

    You could even use my mini charcuterie box to fill up your bento box!

    Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch

    Where can I find the recipe card for this Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch?

    If you’d rather skip all of my cooking tips, important information for this recipe, and similar recipe ideas – and get straight to the Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch, just scroll right on down to the bottom, where I have a printable recipe card just for you!

    I know that a lot of people are old fashioned - like me! - and like to have a printed out recipe card.

    Beach Bento Box for Kids Idea

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    Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch

    How to Make a Beach Theme Ham Lunch Idea

    Be creative and make as many changes as you want to my bento box. Ham and cheese is a basic sandwich that almost everyone enjoys. Below, I'll share some beach-themed bento box tips and ideas for ways that you can change up this recipe.

    Ingredients

    All the exact ingredient amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. First, here is what you'll need from the store.

    • Honey Ham
    • Cheddar Cheese
    • Pretzel Roll (or Hoagie Roll)
    • Hard-Boiled Egg
    • Raisins
    • Goldfish Crackers
    • Leaf Lettuce
    • Orange sliced
    • Blue Jell-O
    • Swedish Fish Candy
    • Low-fat Milk Carton - OR juice box, or water bottle
    The ingredients that you need before you make a beach-themed bento lunch for kids.

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    Beach Bento Box for Kids Directions

    This is a simple and easy bento box lunch for kids! Here's a quick overview along with my best tips!

    First, prepare Jell-O according to the directions and pour it in serving-size containers and allow it to set until it is almost completely solid.

    Add one Swedish fish to each Jell-O container.

    Then, take the pretzel roll and notch out each side and the rear to create a fish shape. If your bento is small, split the roll in half first to make two fish.

    Notch out the mouth and remove a small circle to create an eye. Place raisin in the eye.

    Split the roll and add ham and cheese. Place lettuce into the box to support the fish.

    A close-up of a sandwich that is shaped to look like a fish.

    Place remaining ingredients into cups and place in Bento Box.

    How To Store The Bento Box Lunch

    Keep this chilled until you eat it. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two days.

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    Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch

    To print this Beach Bento Box for Kids Idea, simply click the recipe card below!

    I know that sometimes it is easier to go off a recipe when it is printed right in front of you. Who wants to swipe their screen on their phone or tablet when their hands are greasy? So I love offering this option as well! 

    Beach Theme Kids Ham & Cheese Bento Box Lunch
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    Beach Themed Ham & Cheese Bento

    Course Appetizer, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Keyword bento box, hoagie, picnic
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 0 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 1
    Author Jennifer

    Ingredients

    • 2 slices Honey Ham
    • 2 slices Cheddar Cheese
    • 1 Pretzel Roll or Hoagie Roll
    • 1 Boiled Egg
    • 1 Raisin
    • ¼ cup Goldfish Crackers
    • Leaf Lettuce
    • ½ Orange sliced
    • Blue Jell-O
    • 1 Swedish Fish Candy
    • 1 Lowfat Milk Carton

    Instructions

    1. Prepare Jell-O according to directions and por in serving size containers and allow to nearly set.
    2. Add one swedish fish to each Jell-O container.
    3. Take Roll and notch out each side and the rear to create fish shape. If your bento is small, split roll in half first to make 2 fish.
    4. Notch out mouth and remove a small circle to create an eye.

    5. Place raisin in the eye.
    6. Split roll and add ham and cheese.
    7. Place lettuce into box to support fish.
    8. Place remaining ingredients into cups and place in Bento Box.

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