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Fresh Sheet-Pan Bento Box Lunch with Turkey Pinwheels

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A quick and easy lunch featuring turkey pinwheels with herb cream cheese and roasted rainbow veggies, perfect for busy days or last-minute meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz thinly sliced turkey breast deli meat (low-sodium preferred)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh greens or baby spinach leaves (optional, to line the bento box)
  • Small container of hummus or your favorite dip (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped parsley, dill (if using), lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
  3. Lay out turkey slices flat, slightly overlapping if needed. Spread a thin, even layer of the herb cream cheese mixture over each slice. Roll the turkey into tight pinwheels and slice into 1-inch thick rounds (about 12-15 pinwheels).
  4. Toss bell peppers, snap peas, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini in olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a sheet pan.
  5. Roast the veggies for 15-18 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender-crisp with caramelized edges.
  6. Warm the turkey pinwheels in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes per side if desired, or leave chilled.
  7. Line the bento box bottom with fresh greens or baby spinach if using. Arrange turkey pinwheels and roasted veggies. Add a small container of hummus or dip if desired.
  8. Pack and enjoy fresh or slightly chilled.

Notes

Keep the oven at 400°F to ensure veggies roast to tender-crisp perfection with caramelized edges. Toss veggies halfway through roasting for even cooking. Spread cream cheese thinly on turkey slices to avoid messy rolling. Pinwheels can be served warm or cold. Prep pinwheels ahead and store covered in the fridge. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with plant-based spread. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent soggy veggies.

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