We know the feeling. It's 7am, the kids are already restless, and you're staring into the fridge, wondering what on earth to pack in the lunchbox today. It's one of those small but daunting parenting challenges that comes around every week of the school year. That's exactly why we love a simple, kid-approved idea that takes almost no thought, and it’s why we've teamed up with Tahini Neri, makers of delicious kids’ hummus, to bring you five easy ways to make lunchtime a little more exciting.
Tahini Neri's 50g hummus tubs are made with real, wholesome ingredients and sized perfectly to fit into any b.box lunchbox compartment. Together with Tahini Neri, we've put together five lunchbox combinations that are quick to pack, genuinely nutritious, and most importantly, the kind of thing kids actually want to eat.
snack pots in the lunch box
This is the one you'll come back to again and again because it’s as simple as can be. Drop a 50g Tahini Neri hummus tub straight into a b.box compartment, fill the surrounding compartments with whatever you have on hand, veggie sticks, crackers, pretzels, and you're done. The b.box lunchbox keeps everything neatly separated so nothing goes soggy, and the hummus tub stays upright and ready to dip. For kids, it turns a healthy snack into a hands-on 'dip and dunk' experience, which, as any kid will tell you, makes everything taste better.
how to pack it:
- Place the 50g Tahini Neri hummus tub in a compartment of the b.box lunchbox.
- Pack veggie sticks, crackers or pretzels in the surrounding compartments.
- Kids can dip as they go.
another way to pack it
If you're looking for a more sustainable, environmentally friendly option, spoon Tahini Neri hummus into a b.box snack tub and pack it straight into the lunchbox. It’s a great reusable alternative that reduces single-use packaging.
Otherwise, Tahini Neri tubs can be reused too - perfect for packing dips, snacks or little leftovers throughout the week.
hummus wrap spread
Wraps are a lunchbox staple for good reason; they're easy to eat, easy to customise and easy to pack. But if you've been spreading butter or cream cheese on autopilot, this is your sign to switch it up. Tahini Neri hummus makes a brilliant wrap base: it adds a hit of plant protein, a creamy texture and a flavour that works with almost any filling. Grated carrot, cucumber and cheese are a classic combo, but this is also a great way to use up whatever's in the fridge. Slice into rounds, and it practically packs itself into the b.box lunchbox.
how to pack it:
- Spread Tahini Neri hummus generously across a wholemeal wrap.
- Add fillings like grated carrot, cucumber slices or cheese.
- Roll tightly and slice into rounds.
- Pack into the b.box lunchbox (the rounds fit neatly in the main compartment).
pita dunkers
If there was ever a lunchbox combo designed to get kids excited, it's this one. Pita triangles and hummus are a classic for good reason: they're filling, satisfying, and make eating feel like a fun activity. Pita triangles pack flat into the b.box lunchbox without taking up much room, and the Tahini Neri tub slots neatly alongside. At lunchtime, kids peel the lid and do the rest themselves. Simple, hands-on and delicious, this one tends to come home empty.
how to pack it:
- Cut a pita bread into small triangles.
- Place the 50g Tahini Neri hummus tub in a compartment of the b.box lunchbox.
- Pack the pita triangles in the adjacent compartment.
- Kids peel the lid and dunk away!
another way to pack it
hummus + crackers snack stack
Sometimes the most reliable lunchbox ideas are the simplest ones. Wholegrain crackers and Tahini Neri hummus requires next to no effort to put together, and it's the kind of snack that kids reliably eat. There's also something kids love about spreading their own hummus and stacking their own crackers. It gives them a little ownership over what's in their lunchbox, and a small cube of cheese on top makes it feel like a proper snack. Bonus: if it makes it home uneaten, it works just as well as an after-school snack, too!
how to pack it:
- Pack wholegrain crackers into the b.box lunchbox.
- Place the Tahini Neri hummus tub alongside.
- Optional: add a small cube of cheese to stack on top.
- Kids can spread or dip; both work perfectly.
rainbow veggie dippers
We saved the best-looking one for last. There's something about a lunchbox full of colour that just feels fun, and the good news is, this one’s just as easy to put together as our other recipes. Slice up whatever colourful veggies you have around, such as carrot, capsicum, cucumber, and snap peas, and pack them around the Tahini Neri hummus tub in the centre of the b.box lunchbox. The result is a lunchbox that kids genuinely want to open. Kids eat with their eyes first, and this one makes healthy eating feel like the fun option.
how to pack it:
- Slice carrot, cucumber, capsicum, and snap peas into dippable sticks.
- Place the 50g Tahini Neri hummus tub in the centre compartment of the b.box lunchbox.
- Pack veggie sticks in the surrounding compartments — the more colour the better.
- Use the hummus tub as the centre dip to make veggies more fun.
There's no wrong way to pack a lunchbox, and these five combinations are proof that simple and nutritious can absolutely go hand in hand. Whether your kids are dippers, dunkers or wrap devotees, there's something here for every lunchbox personality. We hope these ideas make your mornings a little easier and your kids' lunch breaks a whole lot tastier.
about tahini neri
Tahini Neri is an Australian, family-owned business creating authentic, premium Middle Eastern tahini and dips. Their kids’ hummus is designed to make healthy snacking genuinely delicious for little ones. Made with simple, real ingredients, their 50g hummus tubs fit perfectly in a b.box lunchbox compartment. Find Tahini Neri at select retailers and online.