Protein Snack Boxes (Printable)

Balanced boxes with chicken, eggs, veggies, nuts, and crackers for nutritious snacking or quick meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 8 oz cooked chicken breast, sliced
02 - 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
03 - 4 oz sliced turkey or ham
04 - 4 oz cheddar cheese, cubed

→ Vegetables & Fruit

05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
06 - 1 cup cucumber slices
07 - 1 cup baby carrots
08 - 1 apple, sliced and tossed with lemon juice

→ Snacks & Dips

09 - 1/2 cup hummus, divided into 4 small containers
10 - 16 whole-grain crackers or gluten-free crackers
11 - 1/4 cup mixed nuts

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange 4 meal prep containers or divided snack boxes on your workspace.
02 - Evenly divide the sliced chicken breast, turkey or ham, hard-boiled eggs, and cheese cubes among the containers.
03 - Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, baby carrots, and apple slices to each container.
04 - Place hummus in small lidded containers and add one to each box.
05 - Add 4 crackers and 1 tablespoon of mixed nuts to each container, keeping crackers separate to prevent sogginess.
06 - Seal containers and refrigerate until ready to eat. Consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get restaurant-quality snacking at home without the guilt or the price tag.
  • Everything tastes better when you can customize it exactly how you want it in that moment.
  • These boxes stay fresh for days, which means you actually stick to your healthy eating goals.
02 -
  • Keep your crackers separate or they'll absorb moisture and become disappointing by day two—I learned this the hard way and it changed everything.
  • The lemon juice on your apples isn't just for browning prevention; it adds a subtle brightness that makes the whole box taste intentional.
03 -
  • Toast your crackers lightly if you're prepping these more than two days in advance—it extends their crunch window and makes them taste intentional.
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon juice over everything right before eating brightens every single component and makes the whole experience feel elevated.
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