Delicious Bento Box Lunch Idea for Any Day

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
• 1/2 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1/2 cup steamed broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup shredded carrots
• 2 boiled eggs, halved
• 1/4 cup edamame, shelled
• 2 tablespoons pickled ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• Nori sheets, cut into strips for garnish
• Soy sauce for dipping

Instructions

1. Start by cooking jasmine rice according to package instructions, then let it cool slightly before packing.
2. In a small bowl, mix the shredded chicken with teriyaki sauce until well-coated for a flavorful protein option.
3. Prepare the vegetables by steaming the broccoli until tender and slicing the cucumber and avocado into bite-sized pieces.
4. Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a pot of boiling water for 9-12 minutes, then cool and peel them before slicing in half.
5. Assemble the bento box by placing a portion of rice in one compartment, followed by the teriyaki chicken, steamed broccoli, sliced cucumber, and shredded carrots in separate sections.
6. Add the halved boiled eggs, shelled edamame, and pickled ginger to the bento box for extra flavor and nutrients.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rice and arrange nori strips around the edges for garnish.
8. Pack a small container of soy sauce on the side for dipping, and enjoy your delicious bento box lunch!