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Easy Protein Boxes (2 options!)

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These easy protein boxes are a great idea for meal prep or on the go lunch. They have a great balance of ingredients to keep you satiated.

It's easy to assemble the perfect box with all your favorite ingredients. I'm sharing my two favorite combinations, and I have several other options for you below, including a vegan box and one with sliced lunch meat.

Fruit and egg protein box.

These snack boxes are a great way to easily prep a healthy lunch or snack for yourself if you're on the go or just need a quick bite.

They're a take on a Starbucks protein box that I enjoy, but don't always love paying for! These are a much cheaper way to enjoy

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Ingredients

Egg Fruit & PB Box

  • Hard Boiled Egg - hard-boiled eggs are nutrient powerhouses! According to WebMD, they are a great source of lean protein (with 6 grams of protein per egg).
  • Apple Slices (Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or your favorite type) - apples are easy to find year-round, and they're high in fiber and vitamin C. (source)
  • Woven Wheat Crackers - you can use Triscuits or your other favorite brand of whole wheat crackers.
  • Red Grapes - sweet and flavorful, red grapes are also available year-round. If you want a less sugary option, swap for ¼ cup of blueberries.
  • String Cheese or Mozzarella Cheese - cheese is a great source of calcium and has some protein as well.
  • Peanut Butter - a little bit of peanut butter is a great source of fat and will help keep you full!
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Cheese & Crackers Box

  • Apple (Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or your favorite type) - apples are easy to find year-round and are high in fiber and vitamin C (source).
  • Woven Wheat Crackers - you can use Triscuits or your other favorite brand of whole wheat crackers.
  • Cheese Cubes (Cheddar, Mozzarella, Pepper Jack, or Colby Jack cheese) - cheese is a great source of calcium and protein.
  • Almonds - like most nuts, almonds are a good protein source and have plenty of essential nutrients, including vitamin E, B2, and magnesium (source).
Cheese and cracker protein box.

Instructions

Assemble the boxes by placing the ingredients in a glass container or Tupperware that's 30 to 36 ounces (typically 8x5"). Cover the container and store for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

Other Protein Snack Box Ideas

Vegan option - Sliced bell peppers, sliced cucumbers, sliced carrots, whole wheat pita chips, and roasted red pepper hummus.

Cottage Cheese Box - cottage cheese, a mix of berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries), hardboiled egg, and almonds

Lunch Meat Box - sliced deli turkey, mini pretzels, hardboiled egg, green grapes, cheese cubes.

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Yield: 1 serving

Easy Protein Boxes

Easy Protein Boxes

These easy protein boxes are perfect for on-the-go lunch and will keep you satiated!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

Egg and Fruit Box

  • 1 hardboiled egg, halved
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • 2 ounces mozzarella sticks
  • ¼ cup grapes
  • ½ apple, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 5 to 6 woven wheat crackers

Cheese & Cracker Box

  • 4 ounces cheese, cubed 
  • ¼ cup almonds
  • ½ apple, sliced
  • 6 to 8 woven wheat crackers

Instructions

  1. Egg & Fruit Box - Sprinkle the egg with the salt and pepper. Put the peanut butter in a small container. Arrange all the items in a plastic or glass container. Chill in the refrigerator till ready to eat. 
  2. Cheese & Cracker Box - Combine all ingredients in a plastic or glass container. Chill in the refrigerator till ready to eat. 

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 582Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 207mgSodium: 867mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 6gSugar: 21gProtein: 23g

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