Save A fun, creative lunchbox meal designed to delight kids and adults alike, featuring sandwiches and snacks arranged in the shape of a car—perfect for on-the-go adventures.
This is one of my favorite lunches to prepare for road trips; the kids always love the fun car shapes and vibrant colors.
Ingredients
- Sandwich Base: 4 slices whole wheat sandwich bread, 2 tbsp cream cheese or hummus, 2 slices cheddar cheese, 2 slices deli turkey or vegetarian alternative
- Decoration & Wheels: 4 round cucumber slices, 4 grape tomatoes or black olives, 2 baby carrots, 1 sheet nori or spinach tortilla (for windshield/trim optional)
- Sides: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup grapes, 1/2 cup pretzel sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Lay out the bread slices. Spread cream cheese or hummus on each slice.
- Step 2:
- Layer cheddar cheese and turkey (or vegetarian alternative) onto two slices. Top with remaining bread to make sandwiches.
- Step 3:
- Using a large car-shaped cookie cutter or a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into a car shape.
- Step 4:
- For wheels, attach cucumber slices and grape tomatoes (or olives) to the sides of each sandwich using a dab of cream cheese as glue.
- Step 5:
- Slice baby carrots in half and use them as bumpers. Cut small shapes from nori or spinach tortilla for windows and details attach as desired.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the car-shaped sandwiches in lunchboxes. Add baby carrots, grapes, and pretzel sticks as side snacks.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately or pack in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack for freshness.
Save This lunch always brings smiles when shared with family during our weekend outings.
Required Tools
Car-shaped cookie cutter or paring knife, Small sharp knife, Spreading knife, Lunchbox or bento box
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (bread), Dairy (cream cheese cheese), Soy (possible in deli alternatives). May contain: Egg (in bread or deli slices), Sesame (in hummus). Always check ingredient labels for allergen safety.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 38 g, Protein: 14 g per serving.
Save This car-shaped lunchbox is sure to make mealtime fun and nutritious in just minutes.
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I make the sandwiches look like cars?
Use a car-shaped cookie cutter or a sharp knife to carefully cut the sandwiches into car shapes. Attach cucumber slices and grape tomatoes on the sides as wheels with a dab of cream cheese.
- → What alternatives can I use for vegetarian options?
Substitute deli turkey with plant-based deli slices and pick vegan cheese or hummus to keep the layers flavorful and vegetarian-friendly.
- → How do I keep the veggies fresh and crunchy?
Pack the baby carrots, grapes, and pretzel sticks separately in a lunchbox with an ice pack or refrigerate until serving.
- → Can I customize the decorations on the lunch?
Yes, you can swap cucumber wheels for olives or add spinach tortilla pieces for windows and trim to personalize your edible car.
- → Is this lunch suitable for kids?
Definitely. The fun car shape and colorful vegetables make it engaging and appetizing, encouraging kids to enjoy their meal.