Road Trip Car Lunch (Printable)

A playful car-shaped sandwich meal with fresh veggies and snacks ideal for quick, portable eating occasions.

# Components:

→ Sandwich Base

01 - 4 slices whole wheat sandwich bread
02 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese or hummus
03 - 2 slices cheddar cheese
04 - 2 slices deli turkey or vegetarian alternative

→ Decoration & Wheels

05 - 4 round cucumber slices
06 - 4 grape tomatoes or black olives
07 - 2 baby carrots
08 - 1 sheet nori or spinach tortilla (optional)

→ Sides

09 - 1 cup baby carrots
10 - 1 cup grapes
11 - 0.5 cup pretzel sticks

# Directions:

01 - Lay out bread slices and spread cream cheese or hummus evenly on each.
02 - Layer cheddar cheese and turkey or vegetarian alternative onto two bread slices. Cover with remaining slices to form sandwiches.
03 - Use a large car-shaped cookie cutter or sharp knife to cut each sandwich into a car shape.
04 - Affix cucumber slices and grape tomatoes or olives to sandwich sides using a dab of cream cheese. Halve baby carrots to use as bumpers. Cut nori or spinach tortilla into shapes for windows and decorations, attaching as desired.
05 - Place car-shaped sandwiches in lunchboxes. Add baby carrots, grapes, and pretzel sticks alongside.
06 - Serve immediately or pack in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creative and fun for kids and adults
  • Perfect for on-the-go adventures
02 -
  • For a vegan version use plant-based cheese and deli slices
  • Swap out fillings and sides to suit preferences try sliced bell peppers apple wedges or cherry tomatoes
03 -
  • Include small containers of dip like hummus or ranch for veggies
  • Use fresh ingredients for best taste and texture
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