Save to Pinterest 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.
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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 to Pinterest I first served this to my family and watching their delight made it a treasured meal.
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
Save to Pinterest This lunchbox creation blends creativity with nutrition making mealtime fun and satisfying.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → How do I shape the sandwiches like a car?
Use a large car-shaped cookie cutter or carefully cut with a sharp knife to create the car outline. Arrange slices with toppings inside, then use veggie slices as wheels for decoration.
- → Can the sandwich fillings be customized?
Absolutely. Swap deli turkey for vegetarian or vegan alternatives, and try different spreads like hummus or cream cheese to suit preferences.
- → What are good options for the car 'wheels'?
Round cucumber slices and grape tomatoes or black olives work well as wheels, attached with a small amount of spread to keep them in place.
- → Is this suitable for vegan diets?
Yes, by using plant-based cheese and deli substitutes along with hummus or vegan spreads, this lunch can be adapted for vegan needs.
- → How should I pack this lunch to maintain freshness?
Place the car-shaped sandwiches and sides in a lunchbox or bento box, then keep them fresh with an ice pack inside an insulated bag.
- → What are some ideas for additional sides?
Try sliced bell peppers, apple wedges, cherry tomatoes, or small containers of dips like hummus or ranch to complement the meal.