Lunchbox Porn
The lunchbox (dinnerbox, actually) that I took to work yesterday. The log-shaped thing wrapped in plastic is half of a whole wheat tortilla stuffed with Curried Tempeh-Mango Salad from Vegan with a Vengeance and some sliced carrots. Next to it is a little pile of whole grain Wheat Thins. In the top left we have a mix of strawberries, blueberries, and a chopped nectarine. On the top right is the ever-present baby carrots.
If you're wondering why there's only half of a tempeh-mango wrap, it's because I ate the other half for lunch. That stuff is GOOD. I was skeptical, because truth be told the dressing smelled horrific, but in the end it was really tasty. It was a bit soggy for some reason, though, so next time I'll probably use less vinegar or something.
What a cute lunch container. The fruit looks great. Fresh and vibrant. I sometimes get into my lunch early. I'll be at work and if I've got something really kick-ass in my lunchbag, I'll eat it half of it around 10:00. I read that the Vegan Lunchbox probably won't be back in the fall, so you could take over with Lunchbox Porn.
Posted by Carrieā¢ | 3:19 AM
The fruit looks so tasty! What a great Lunch(dinner)box. I think wraps always go soggy no matter what is in them - if I ever took one anywhere, I put the filling in a separate container and stuff the wrap when I'm ready to eat.
Posted by Freedom | 9:07 AM
carrie - When I take my lunch to school I'll dig in early sometimes, if I forget to pack snacks. I was so sad to hear that Vegan Lunchbox is ending (as we know it, anyway). I don't think my lunchboxes are innovative enough to take over the Lunchbox Porn mantel... I do want to get one of those laptop lunchboxes, though.
freedom - Wraps do have that tendency. I find that lettuce or a dryish spread of some kind keeps them from getting too soggy, but this time I didn't have either on hand. Putting the filling in a separate container is a good idea - I've done that when I take tacos or burritos, since I like the filling to be warm.
Posted by Amanda | 10:14 AM
Man, I love those wheat thins. I could eat a whole box in one sitting if guilt wasn't a problem for me.
Posted by Grace | 3:22 PM
That fruit looks yummy. Nifty lunchbox container too. What brand of tempeh do you usually use?
Posted by Anonymous | 6:01 PM
Porn-a-licious!
is that the container store lunchbox? It is really cute and a great size. I'm searching for a non dorky lunch box to bring to school this fall.
Posted by Jessica Johannesen | 7:09 PM
grace - Me too! I love the regular Wheat Thins, too, but I feel slightly more virtuous eating the whole grain ones. :)
vegan diva - I get the Lightlife plain soy kind. My grocery store/health food store only carry that brand, but it comes in like 3 or 4 different varieties. I like the plain soy best.
jessie - It's actually from Target! I got it a few months ago. They had them with blue and purple lids as well, but I'm a pink and green kind of girl. :) I like that the fork and knife fit right in the lid. It's got a pretty solid seal between the compartments, too, if the lack of fruity drippings on my wheat thins is any indication.
Posted by Amanda | 10:13 PM
Of course its from Target. Why would one need to shop anywhere else. I'll have to go look for it maybe they still have it.
Posted by Jessica Johannesen | 5:11 AM
Hey look...berries! Glad to see your not just eating melons this summer!
Posted by Anonymous | 10:05 AM
jessie - I'm not at Target as often as I'd like, which is probably a good thing because whenever I go in it's like a law of the universe that I can't leave until I've spent at least 30 bucks. I hope they still have it for you! If not then they probably have some other fun food containers.
megan - I know! I felt the need to branch out when I walked by some particularly fragrant strawberries. Yum.
Posted by Amanda | 12:32 PM
Lunchbox--WOOT!
Wrap, carrots and fruit salad--WSOT!
Posted by urban vegan | 10:12 PM
WSOT?! Stop speaking in tongues! :)
Posted by Amanda | 10:20 PM
Wow, that looks fab! Nice lunchbox and great treats in it.
Posted by KleoPatra | 11:11 PM
Thanks!
Posted by Amanda | 11:36 PM