King Jungle Lion Lunch (Printable)

A playful lunch board styled as a lion's face with fresh vegetables, fruits, and wholesome grains.

# Components:

→ Main Board Components

01 - 4 whole wheat sandwich thins
02 - 240 ml hummus or cream cheese
03 - 120 g shredded carrots
04 - 120 g orange bell pepper strips
05 - 120 g yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 120 g cucumber slices
07 - 8 black olives, pitted and sliced
08 - 1 small apple, sliced
09 - 4 slices cheddar cheese, cut into triangles

→ For Serving/Decorating

10 - 120 g grapes or berries
11 - 120 g snap peas
12 - 120 g mini crackers

# Method:

01 - Lay the sandwich thins flat on a large platter to serve as the base for four lion faces.
02 - Spread a generous layer of hummus or cream cheese evenly over each sandwich thin.
03 - Arrange shredded carrots and orange bell pepper strips in a circle around each sandwich thin, alternating colors for a lively mane effect.
04 - Place yellow cherry tomato halves around the mane to enhance color and texture.
05 - Position cucumber slices on each face to represent cheeks or accents.
06 - Arrange black olive slices for eyes and nose, using thin strips as whiskers.
07 - Set apple slices to form a smiling mouth on each lion face.
08 - Place cheddar cheese triangles at the top of each sandwich thin to resemble ears.
09 - Fill empty spaces on the platter with grapes, snap peas, and mini crackers to complete the arrangement.
10 - Serve immediately to maintain freshness and visual appeal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Playful and nutritious meal for kids
  • Includes a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables
02 -
  • Swap hummus for flavored cream cheese or Greek yogurt dip for variety.
  • Use turkey or ham slices for extra protein if desired.
03 -
  • For a vegan version use dairy-free cheese and plant-based spread
  • Pair with apple juice or a light herbal tea for a refreshing meal
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