A simple meal made a little more fun. Cheddar mashed potatoes shaped into tulips, carrot butterflies, and a fresh mix of greens come together for a colorful, playful bento that’s as enjoyable to look at as it is to eat.

Container: Wooden box purchased in Kyoto at Bento&co.

Contents:

Tulips – Cheddar mashed potatoes mixed with purple sweet potato powder, pressed into a tulip rice mold

Butterflies – Carrot cut with a cookie cutter

Salad mix, snow peas, roasted cashews