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Series: Hidden Veggies, Episode 2️⃣ Banana Zucchini Baked Oatmeal (one-bowl and no-added sugars)!

This baked oatmeal comes together in one-bowl and doesn’t contain any added sugars , but I promise you it will still taste delicious! The bananas help provide a natural sweetness while the zucchini and cottage cheese provide nutrients (plus you won’t be able to taste the zucchini or the cottage cheese)! My kids don’t like zucchini but they enjoy this recipe (as did my husband and I )!

The texture is also soft enough for toddlers to enjoy ❤️ Additionally, this is great to serve as a meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner) , as part of a snack, or as a side!

The full recipe along with the step-by-step instructions are available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com. I will also attach a direct link to the recipe on my stories 😊

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Series: Hidden Veggies, Episode 2️⃣ Banana Zucchini Baked Oatmeal (one-bowl and no-added sugars)! This baked oatmeal comes together in one-bowl and doesn’t contain any added sugars , but I promise you it will still taste delicious! The bananas help provide a natural sweetness while the zucchini and cottage cheese provide nutrients (plus you won’t be able to taste the zucchini or the cottage cheese)! My kids don’t like zucchini but they enjoy this recipe (as did my husband and I )! The texture is also soft enough for toddlers to enjoy ❤️ Additionally, this is great to serve as a meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner) , as part of a snack, or as a side! The full recipe along with the step-by-step instructions are available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com. I will also attach a direct link to the recipe on my stories 😊 #kidsbreakfast #toddlerfood #kidsbreakfastideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #hiddenveggies #bakedoatmeal #easybreakfast #healthybreakfast #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #whatmykideats #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlerbreakfast #toddlerbreakfastideas #simplerecipes

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Hidden Veggies: episode 1 Broccoli Sweet Potato Tots. I created this recipe 4.5 years ago and till this day this is one of my favorite recipes; I love its flavor.
When creating this recipe, I remember wanting a nutritious tot recipe that also included vegetables. Additionally, I decided to use broccoli and sweet potatoes as my choice of veggies because my kids loved eating steamed broccoli and sweet potatoes. As result, I decided to turn those veggies into tots. I added almond flour for extra nutrients and a flax-egg (at that time). Therefore, a flax-egg makes for a great egg substitution here. What’s more, these tots will not be overly mushy and won’t fall apart once baked.

Full recipe (along with the step-by-step instructions) are on nutritiouskidsfoods.com. I will also add a direct link to it on my stories or comment VEGGIES and I will send the recipe right to your dm

You will also find a full video tutorial for this recipe on the site 😊

Stay tuned for episode 2

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Hidden Veggies: episode 1 Broccoli Sweet Potato Tots. I created this recipe 4.5 years ago and till this day this is one of my favorite recipes; I love its flavor. When creating this recipe, I remember wanting a nutritious tot recipe that also included vegetables. Additionally, I decided to use broccoli and sweet potatoes as my choice of veggies because my kids loved eating steamed broccoli and sweet potatoes. As result, I decided to turn those veggies into tots. I added almond flour for extra nutrients and a flax-egg (at that time). Therefore, a flax-egg makes for a great egg substitution here. What’s more, these tots will not be overly mushy and won’t fall apart once baked. Full recipe (along with the step-by-step instructions) are on nutritiouskidsfoods.com. I will also add a direct link to it on my stories or comment VEGGIES and I will send the recipe right to your dm You will also find a full video tutorial for this recipe on the site 😊 Stay tuned for episode 2 #hiddenveggies #nutritiousmeals #healthyfood #healthykids #healthykidsfood #healthykidsmeals #broccolitots #broccolirecipes #toddlerfood #toddlermeals #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfoods #toddlerlunchideas #toddlerlunch #easyrecipes #simplerecipes #easytoddlermeals #healthytoddlermeals #healthytoddlerfood #healthytoddler #healthylunchideas #kidsrecipes #kidsfood #kidsfood #kidsfoodinspo #kidsfoodideas #kidslunch #kidslunchideas #healthymeals

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My kids love this recipe! The apples and pears provide such a delicious flavor without the added sugars or added sweetness. Once cooked and cooled, this recipe can be mashed with a fork until you have reached your desired consistency, or can blend it in a blender to create a smooth purée.

I recently served it as a side with my Spinach Cookies or spread some in-between 2 of my Spinach Cookies to help create a tasty cookie sandwich!

⭐️the full recipe (along with the step-by-step instructions) are available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com . I will also attach a link to the recipe on my stories

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My kids love this recipe! The apples and pears provide such a delicious flavor without the added sugars or added sweetness. Once cooked and cooled, this recipe can be mashed with a fork until you have reached your desired consistency, or can blend it in a blender to create a smooth purée. I recently served it as a side with my Spinach Cookies or spread some in-between 2 of my Spinach Cookies to help create a tasty cookie sandwich! ⭐️the full recipe (along with the step-by-step instructions) are available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com . I will also attach a link to the recipe on my stories #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #easysnackideas #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #familyrecipes #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #whatifeedmykid #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #funfoodforkids

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With only 3-ingredients, these Chaffles are easy to make and taste just like an omelette to me. I like to add nutritional yeast for extra nutrients and flavor, but that ingredient can also be left out.

This recipe is great to serve for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:
Makes about 4 mini Chaffles
🧇2 large eggs
🧇1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
🧇1 teaspoon Nutritional yeast, optional

Method:
Add the eggs to a bowl and whisk. Add the nutritional yeast and mix in a whisking motion to incorporate. Add the cheese and mix to combine.

Heat a waffle maker (I used a mini waffle maker). Make the waffles according to the waffle maker’s instructions.

I scooped about 2.5-3 tablespoons of the mixture into the heated mini waffle maker and allowed it to cook for about 2 minutes or until the light turned off. I also made sure the waffles were golden brown.

Allow to cool.
Cut into strips or into desired pieces and enjoy!

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With only 3-ingredients, these Chaffles are easy to make and taste just like an omelette to me. I like to add nutritional yeast for extra nutrients and flavor, but that ingredient can also be left out. This recipe is great to serve for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Ingredients: Makes about 4 mini Chaffles 🧇2 large eggs 🧇1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧇1 teaspoon Nutritional yeast, optional Method: Add the eggs to a bowl and whisk. Add the nutritional yeast and mix in a whisking motion to incorporate. Add the cheese and mix to combine. Heat a waffle maker (I used a mini waffle maker). Make the waffles according to the waffle maker’s instructions. I scooped about 2.5-3 tablespoons of the mixture into the heated mini waffle maker and allowed it to cook for about 2 minutes or until the light turned off. I also made sure the waffles were golden brown. Allow to cool. Cut into strips or into desired pieces and enjoy! #easyrecipes #easybreakfast #easybreakfastideas #easytoddlermeals #toddlerbreakfast #toddlerbreakfastideas #toddlermeals #toddlermealideas #healthyrecipes #healthymeals #healthykidsfood #healthykidsmeals #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #kidsfood #kidsbreakfast #kidslunchideas #easykidsmeals #familymeals Kids meals | toddler meals | easy recipes

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Easy Frozen Banana treat , great for the entire family to enjoy

With only 4-ingredients, this easy no-bake frozen treat comes together quickly and is ready to freeze in less than 15 minutes.

Step-by-step instructions are available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com

Ingredients:
▪️1 ripe banana
▪️creamy unsalted peanut butter
▪️about 2-3 walnuts (finely diced or crushed) or peanuts, may leave it out
▪️1/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Note: walnuts and peanuts are considered a choking hazard for children under the age of 5.

Method:
1️⃣Peel the skin off of the banana.
2️⃣Cut the banana into quarters and transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3️⃣Spread some creamy peanut butter over the bananas.
4️⃣Top them with some finely diced or crushed walnuts.
5️⃣To melt the chocolate: Add 1/4 cup of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips to a small heat-safe glass bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, remove and mix with a spoon. Then, microwave for another 30 seconds, remove and mix with the spoon once more. At this point, the chocolate should start to melt as you continue to stir.
6️⃣Drizzle chocolate over the bananas.
7️⃣Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and allow the chocolate to set and the bananas to chill for about 1-2 hours.
8️⃣Remove from the freezer and enjoy.

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Easy Frozen Banana treat , great for the entire family to enjoy With only 4-ingredients, this easy no-bake frozen treat comes together quickly and is ready to freeze in less than 15 minutes. Step-by-step instructions are available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com Ingredients: ▪️1 ripe banana ▪️creamy unsalted peanut butter ▪️about 2-3 walnuts (finely diced or crushed) or peanuts, may leave it out ▪️1/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips Note: walnuts and peanuts are considered a choking hazard for children under the age of 5. Method: 1️⃣Peel the skin off of the banana. 2️⃣Cut the banana into quarters and transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 3️⃣Spread some creamy peanut butter over the bananas. 4️⃣Top them with some finely diced or crushed walnuts. 5️⃣To melt the chocolate: Add 1/4 cup of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips to a small heat-safe glass bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, remove and mix with a spoon. Then, microwave for another 30 seconds, remove and mix with the spoon once more. At this point, the chocolate should start to melt as you continue to stir. 6️⃣Drizzle chocolate over the bananas. 7️⃣Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and allow the chocolate to set and the bananas to chill for about 1-2 hours. 8️⃣Remove from the freezer and enjoy. #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #simplerecipes #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplesnacks #funfoodforkids

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My Spinach Cookies are great to enjoy on their own or in sandwich form with a your favorite jam or spread. Here I served it like I had many years ago with my easy homemade Apple Pear Spread. It makes for a tasty and nutritious combination.

Recipe for my Spinach Cookies can be found on nutritiouskidsfoods.com . See previous post for more details.
I will also be sharing the recipe for my apple pear spread very soon 😊

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My Spinach Cookies are great to enjoy on their own or in sandwich form with a your favorite jam or spread. Here I served it like I had many years ago with my easy homemade Apple Pear Spread. It makes for a tasty and nutritious combination. Recipe for my Spinach Cookies can be found on nutritiouskidsfoods.com . See previous post for more details. I will also be sharing the recipe for my apple pear spread very soon 😊 #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #simplerecipes #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #easysnackideas #toddlerfoodideas #kidsrecipes #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #funfoodforkids Healthy snacks | toddler snacks | easy snack ideas | kids snacks

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For the many years that I’ve been sharing recipes, this has been my most popular recipe!
With only 4-ingredients, these Spinach Cookies are easy to make and nutritious. I created this recipe when my oldest was a toddler. I was looking for a nutrient-dense cookie that also included a leafy green. I couldn’t find one, so I created my own. After many attempted recipe trials, I finally came up with a 4-ingredient nutrient-dense cookie that was easy to make and approved by my toddler! Till this day, all 4 of my kids enjoy eating these cookies!

If you’ve tried this recipe, I’d love to know your thoughts. I always like hearing from you ❤️

The full recipe along with the step-by-step instructions (and my video tutorial which I had filmed years ago-when I was still learning how to edit 🙃) is available on NutritiousKidsFoods.com. Or comment COOKIES and I will send the link right to you!

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For the many years that I’ve been sharing recipes, this has been my most popular recipe! With only 4-ingredients, these Spinach Cookies are easy to make and nutritious. I created this recipe when my oldest was a toddler. I was looking for a nutrient-dense cookie that also included a leafy green. I couldn’t find one, so I created my own. After many attempted recipe trials, I finally came up with a 4-ingredient nutrient-dense cookie that was easy to make and approved by my toddler! Till this day, all 4 of my kids enjoy eating these cookies! If you’ve tried this recipe, I’d love to know your thoughts. I always like hearing from you ❤️ The full recipe along with the step-by-step instructions (and my video tutorial which I had filmed years ago-when I was still learning how to edit 🙃) is available on NutritiousKidsFoods.com. Or comment COOKIES and I will send the link right to you! #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #toddlermeals #toddlerfood #easytoddlermeals #toddlerfood #toddlerfood #easysnack #healthysnacks #healthytoddler #healthytoddlerfood #healthytoddlermeals #kidssnacks #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #toddlerfoodideas #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #simplerecipes Toddler snacks | toddler food ideas | healthy toddler food

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Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes

Have you tried sheet pan pancakes? They are such a quick and easy way to make pancakes. Here I’ve added almond flour and ground flaxseed for some extra nutrients. Additionally, these pancakes are moist and fluffy.
They’re also freezer-friendly (can warm it up in the microwave for about 40 seconds or until it’s warmed through).

Ingredients:
🫐2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
🫐1 cup almond flour
*or may use only 2 3/4 cups of all purpose flour
🫐1/4 cup ground flaxseed
🫐2 tablespoons baking powder
🫐1/2 teaspoon baking soda
🫐1/3 cup coconut sugar, add more or less depending on your preference.
🫐4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
🫐2 large eggs
🫐1 cup sour cream
🫐1 tablespoon vanilla extract
🫐2 cups whole milk
🫐zest from a lemon
🫐1 cup of blueberries

Method:
Position rack on lower level and preheat oven to 425F.

Butter a sheet pan with butter, place parchment paper and butter parchment paper as well. Set it aside.

To a large bowl, add the all purpose flour, almond flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, baking soda, and coconut sugar. Mix with fork in whisking motion to combine. Set it aside.
To a separate bowl, melt the butter. Add the eggs and whisk to combine. Add the sour cream and mix to combine. Finally, add the milk and vanilla extract. Mix.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.
Mix to combine. Add the lemon zest and mix.
Transfer the batter to the buttered sheet pan and spread it out evenly. Tap the sheet pan against the counter 2 times to help release air bubbles. Garnish the top with the blueberries.
Bake for 20 minutes (rotating half-way through the baking time) or until tops are golden brown.

Serve on its own, with maple syrup, fruit or your favorite jam.

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Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes Have you tried sheet pan pancakes? They are such a quick and easy way to make pancakes. Here I’ve added almond flour and ground flaxseed for some extra nutrients. Additionally, these pancakes are moist and fluffy. They’re also freezer-friendly (can warm it up in the microwave for about 40 seconds or until it’s warmed through). Ingredients: 🫐2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 🫐1 cup almond flour *or may use only 2 3/4 cups of all purpose flour 🫐1/4 cup ground flaxseed 🫐2 tablespoons baking powder 🫐1/2 teaspoon baking soda 🫐1/3 cup coconut sugar, add more or less depending on your preference. 🫐4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter 🫐2 large eggs 🫐1 cup sour cream 🫐1 tablespoon vanilla extract 🫐2 cups whole milk 🫐zest from a lemon 🫐1 cup of blueberries Method: Position rack on lower level and preheat oven to 425F. Butter a sheet pan with butter, place parchment paper and butter parchment paper as well. Set it aside. To a large bowl, add the all purpose flour, almond flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, baking soda, and coconut sugar. Mix with fork in whisking motion to combine. Set it aside. To a separate bowl, melt the butter. Add the eggs and whisk to combine. Add the sour cream and mix to combine. Finally, add the milk and vanilla extract. Mix. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix to combine. Add the lemon zest and mix. Transfer the batter to the buttered sheet pan and spread it out evenly. Tap the sheet pan against the counter 2 times to help release air bubbles. Garnish the top with the blueberries. Bake for 20 minutes (rotating half-way through the baking time) or until tops are golden brown. Serve on its own, with maple syrup, fruit or your favorite jam. #kidsbreakfastideas #toddlerfood #kidslunch #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #toddlerbreakfast #easybreakfastideas #simplerecipes #toddlermeals #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #familymeals #toddlerfoodideas #sheetpanmeals #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlerlunch #toddlerlunchideas

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Pasta with Veggie Meat Sauce

This is one of my favorite go-to weeknight meals since it comes together quickly and is a family favorite. My grandmother and mom would make a variation of this dish when I was a kid. I have changed it up a bit by adding shredded zucchini and kale to it.

Ingredients:
▪️1 pound of pasta, I used Cavatelli
▪️1 pound of ground beef or turkey.
▪️1 onion, small diced
▪️3 garlic cloves, minced
▪️28 ounces jarred marinara sauce
▪️1 cup shredded zucchini, moisture wrung out
▪️3/4 to 1 teaspoon of salt, add more or less depending on your preference
▪️1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
▪️1 cup spinach or 1 large kale, finely diced
▪️1/2 cup cilantro or parsley, finely diced

Method:
Cook pasta according to its directions or to your liking. Drain the water and set it aside.
Allow the skillet to get hot and add the thawed ground beef. Allow it to cook for a few minutes, mixing occasionally, until the pink is no longer visible. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Mix to combine and cook (mixing occasionally) until the meat is fully cooked.
Add the marinara sauce and mix to combine. Add the salt, black pepper, and shredded zucchini. Mix to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, lower the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the kale and cilantro. Mix to combine. Cook for a minute. Turn the heat off and transfer the sauce to the pasta. Mix to combine and allow the pasta with the sauce to sit for 5-10 minutes (covered). Plate, let it cool, and serve.

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Pasta with Veggie Meat Sauce This is one of my favorite go-to weeknight meals since it comes together quickly and is a family favorite. My grandmother and mom would make a variation of this dish when I was a kid. I have changed it up a bit by adding shredded zucchini and kale to it. Ingredients: ▪️1 pound of pasta, I used Cavatelli ▪️1 pound of ground beef or turkey. ▪️1 onion, small diced ▪️3 garlic cloves, minced ▪️28 ounces jarred marinara sauce ▪️1 cup shredded zucchini, moisture wrung out ▪️3/4 to 1 teaspoon of salt, add more or less depending on your preference ▪️1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper ▪️1 cup spinach or 1 large kale, finely diced ▪️1/2 cup cilantro or parsley, finely diced Method: Cook pasta according to its directions or to your liking. Drain the water and set it aside. Allow the skillet to get hot and add the thawed ground beef. Allow it to cook for a few minutes, mixing occasionally, until the pink is no longer visible. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Mix to combine and cook (mixing occasionally) until the meat is fully cooked. Add the marinara sauce and mix to combine. Add the salt, black pepper, and shredded zucchini. Mix to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, lower the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 15 minutes. Add the kale and cilantro. Mix to combine. Cook for a minute. Turn the heat off and transfer the sauce to the pasta. Mix to combine and allow the pasta with the sauce to sit for 5-10 minutes (covered). Plate, let it cool, and serve. #kidsdinner #toddlerfood #kidsdinnerideas #kidsfood #familymeals #simpledinner #easydinnerideas #easydinnerrecipes #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #healthydinnerideas #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlerdinner #toddlerdinnerideas Simple dinner | easy dinner | kids food | toddler meals

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This is our favorite brownie recipe. It’s so tasty and contains nutritious ingredients like sweet potato, almond flour, ground flaxseed, and almond butter. It comes together in one bowl and is great for the entire family to enjoy.

⭐️The full recipe is available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com or comment RECIPE and I will send a direct link to you. I hope you get the chance to try it out

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This is our favorite brownie recipe. It’s so tasty and contains nutritious ingredients like sweet potato, almond flour, ground flaxseed, and almond butter. It comes together in one bowl and is great for the entire family to enjoy. ⭐️The full recipe is available on nutritiouskidsfoods.com or comment RECIPE and I will send a direct link to you. I hope you get the chance to try it out #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #betterforyou #healthybrownies #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #sweetpotatobrownies #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #funfoodforkids Healthy snacks | sweet potato brownies | toddler snacks | kids snacks | simple recipes | easy snack ideas

3 weeks ago

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Here’s a simple (yet nutritious) after school snack for my kids

⭐️ adding a source of protein (like the cheese) helps keep their tummies fuller (I call it happier ☺️) for a longer period of time.

🍐 Fruits: mandarin and pears
🥕 Veggie: carrots
🧀 Protein: String Cheese
🫐 Once Upon a Farm’s Pouch: we love their pouches. They’re made with nutritious and clean ingredients without the added sugars. This one here contains fruits, veggie, and coconut milk!

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Here’s a simple (yet nutritious) after school snack for my kids ⭐️ adding a source of protein (like the cheese) helps keep their tummies fuller (I call it happier ☺️) for a longer period of time. 🍐 Fruits: mandarin and pears 🥕 Veggie: carrots 🧀 Protein: String Cheese 🫐 Once Upon a Farm’s Pouch: we love their pouches. They’re made with nutritious and clean ingredients without the added sugars. This one here contains fruits, veggie, and coconut milk! #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #simplesnacks #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #kidsrecipes #easykidsfood #lunchboxideas #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #funfoodforkids Kids snacks | healthy snacks | toddler snacks | easy kids food | nutritious food

3 weeks ago

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(Toddler, Kid and Family-Friendly) Blueberry Mango Smoothie
This smoothie contains hidden nutritious ingredients like kale, walnuts, sprouted pumpkin, and cottage cheese, but you won’t be able tell that they’re in there. The smoothie is delicious and great to serve as a snack or with a meal! I had recently served it with my Nutritious Walnut Balls- see details a few posts back.

The full recipe is available on NutritiousKidsFoods.com or comment SMOOTHIE and I will send the recipe right to your dm!

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(Toddler, Kid and Family-Friendly) Blueberry Mango Smoothie This smoothie contains hidden nutritious ingredients like kale, walnuts, sprouted pumpkin, and cottage cheese, but you won’t be able tell that they’re in there. The smoothie is delicious and great to serve as a snack or with a meal! I had recently served it with my Nutritious Walnut Balls- see details a few posts back. The full recipe is available on NutritiousKidsFoods.com or comment SMOOTHIE and I will send the recipe right to your dm! #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #hiddenveggies #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #toddlermeals #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #funfoodforkids Hidden veggies | hidden vegetables | healthy smoothie | healthy snack | toddler snacks | toddler snack ideas | toddler food | toddler meals | kids food | kids snacks

4 weeks ago

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Quick and Easy Meal that my kids enjoy eating: One-Pot Butter Pasta, cooked in bone broth

This One-Pot meal comes together quickly, which is especially helpful for those busy days! Additionally, I cooked the pasta with bone broth which not only provides flavor but also great nutrients. Bone broth is known to be good for gut health along with other great nutrients. Additionally, this 16 ounce container contains 19 grams of protein. I like to use Kettle and Fire’s chicken Bone Broth

I served the pasta with a side of leftover chicken and steamed vegetables.

Ingredients:
▪️2 tablespoons avocado oil
▪️1 tablespoon minced garlic
▪️16.9 ounces chicken bone broth
▪️1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
▪️1/2 cup heavy cream
▪️1.5 cups uncooked small-sized pasta like elbow pasta or macaroni
▪️3/4 teaspoon salt
▪️1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
▪️2 tablespoons unsalted butter
▪️1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Method:
Heat the oil over medium heat in a pot.
Add the garlic and sauté for 20 seconds.
Add the bone broth, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
Once boils, add salt, ground black pepper and the uncooked pasta. Allow to come back up to a boil and mix to prevent the pasta from sticking.
While it’s still boiling, lower the heat to about a medium-low (or to where there’s a low boil), cover with a lid and allow to cook for about 15 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed, while stirring a few times during the cooking time.
Note: there should still be some liquid left in the pot.
Add the butter and parmesan cheese and mix to incorporate.
Turn the heat off and allow to sit for 10-15 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed by the pasta or is to your desired consistency.
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Quick and Easy Meal that my kids enjoy eating: One-Pot Butter Pasta, cooked in bone broth This One-Pot meal comes together quickly, which is especially helpful for those busy days! Additionally, I cooked the pasta with bone broth which not only provides flavor but also great nutrients. Bone broth is known to be good for gut health along with other great nutrients. Additionally, this 16 ounce container contains 19 grams of protein. I like to use Kettle and Fire’s chicken Bone Broth I served the pasta with a side of leftover chicken and steamed vegetables. Ingredients: ▪️2 tablespoons avocado oil ▪️1 tablespoon minced garlic ▪️16.9 ounces chicken bone broth ▪️1 cup low-sodium chicken broth ▪️1/2 cup heavy cream ▪️1.5 cups uncooked small-sized pasta like elbow pasta or macaroni ▪️3/4 teaspoon salt ▪️1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper ▪️2 tablespoons unsalted butter ▪️1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese Method: Heat the oil over medium heat in a pot. Add the garlic and sauté for 20 seconds. Add the bone broth, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Once boils, add salt, ground black pepper and the uncooked pasta. Allow to come back up to a boil and mix to prevent the pasta from sticking. While it’s still boiling, lower the heat to about a medium-low (or to where there’s a low boil), cover with a lid and allow to cook for about 15 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed, while stirring a few times during the cooking time. Note: there should still be some liquid left in the pot. Add the butter and parmesan cheese and mix to incorporate. Turn the heat off and allow to sit for 10-15 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed by the pasta or is to your desired consistency. #kidsdinner #toddlerfood #kidsdinnerideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #onepotmeals #onepotrecipe #kidsrecipes #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #toddlerfoodideas #toddlermeals #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlerlunch #toddlerlunchideas Kids dinner | easy dinner | toddler dinner | toddler meal | kids meals

4 weeks ago

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Baked Zucchini Broccoli Square-Bites

Here’s a meal I would prepare for my kids when they were toddlers. It contains shredded zucchini, finely diced broccoli and spinach . My kids don’t like to eat zucchini on its own so I try and find different ways to incorporate it into their meals.

Ingredients:
💛1 cup shredded zucchini, moisture squeezed out
💛1/2 cup finely diced broccoli
💛1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
💛2 large eggs
💛1/2 cup spinach or 1 small/medium kale, finely diced
💛1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
💛1/2 teaspoon onion powder
💛1/2 cup almond flour, or may use breadcrumbs

Method:
Preheat oven 400F

Oil or butter a square baking dish and line with parchment paper. Set it aside.

Place the shredded zucchini in a kitchen towel and squeeze/wring out the moisture.

Add the shredded zucchini, small diced broccoli, shredded mozzarella, and finely diced spinach to a bowl. Mix to combine
Add the garlic and onion powder. Mix to combine
Add the eggs. Mix to combine
Add the almond flour. Mix to combine.
Transfer the mixture to the baking pan, flatten it out evenly and bake for 15 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown. Allow to cool and serve. May serve with hummus or favorite dip/side.

Served with : cucumber with hummus and diced cantaloupe with strawberries.

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Baked Zucchini Broccoli Square-Bites Here’s a meal I would prepare for my kids when they were toddlers. It contains shredded zucchini, finely diced broccoli and spinach . My kids don’t like to eat zucchini on its own so I try and find different ways to incorporate it into their meals. Ingredients: 💛1 cup shredded zucchini, moisture squeezed out 💛1/2 cup finely diced broccoli 💛1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 💛2 large eggs 💛1/2 cup spinach or 1 small/medium kale, finely diced 💛1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 💛1/2 teaspoon onion powder 💛1/2 cup almond flour, or may use breadcrumbs Method: Preheat oven 400F Oil or butter a square baking dish and line with parchment paper. Set it aside. Place the shredded zucchini in a kitchen towel and squeeze/wring out the moisture. Add the shredded zucchini, small diced broccoli, shredded mozzarella, and finely diced spinach to a bowl. Mix to combine Add the garlic and onion powder. Mix to combine Add the eggs. Mix to combine Add the almond flour. Mix to combine. Transfer the mixture to the baking pan, flatten it out evenly and bake for 15 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown. Allow to cool and serve. May serve with hummus or favorite dip/side. Served with : cucumber with hummus and diced cantaloupe with strawberries. #kidslunchideas #toddlerfood #kidslunch #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #toddlerbreakfast #toddlermealideas #toddlermeals #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #lunchboxideas #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlerlunch #toddlerlunchideas Toddler meals | healthy toddler food | toddler food ideas | toddler lunch

4 weeks ago

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Baked Banana Boats

These Banana Boats can be baked in the oven or roasted over a campfire. They are fun to make and very versatile in that you may add any of your favorite ingredients. For my banana boats, I used ground flaxseed, ground cinnamon and semi-sweet mini chocolate chip. They turned out delicious!

You can make as many banana boats as you’d like. Here, I’ve included the recipe for 1 banana boat.

Ingredients
🍌1 banana, make sure it’s not green and somewhat ripe
🍌1/2 teaspoon ground flaxseed
🍌Sprinkling of ground cinnamon
🍌1 teaspoon semi-sweet mini chocolate chips

Note: add more or less of these ingredients depending on the size of the bananas

Method:
Remove any stickers/ items or objects that might be on the banana but leave the skin on.
Split the top part of the skin on the banana lengthwise making sure to leave the ends untouched.
Open the skin slightly so you can fill the toppings.
Coat it with the ground flaxseed, sprinkle some of ground cinnamon, and add the semi-sweet mini chocolate chips.

Wrap the entire banana (including the stem) in aluminum foil making sure to nestle it down on the bottom so it sits up straight on its own.
Transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and and bake in a preheated 350F oven for 15 minutes or roast it over a campfire for a few minutes or until the chocolate is melted and the banana is soft.

Be careful of the aluminum foil as it might be hot. Allow it to cool, undo the aluminum foil being careful of any steam that might arise. Mash and mix the banana with a fork to help combine the ingredients. Allow it to cool and enjoy.

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Baked Banana Boats These Banana Boats can be baked in the oven or roasted over a campfire. They are fun to make and very versatile in that you may add any of your favorite ingredients. For my banana boats, I used ground flaxseed, ground cinnamon and semi-sweet mini chocolate chip. They turned out delicious! You can make as many banana boats as you’d like. Here, I’ve included the recipe for 1 banana boat. Ingredients 🍌1 banana, make sure it’s not green and somewhat ripe 🍌1/2 teaspoon ground flaxseed 🍌Sprinkling of ground cinnamon 🍌1 teaspoon semi-sweet mini chocolate chips Note: add more or less of these ingredients depending on the size of the bananas Method: Remove any stickers/ items or objects that might be on the banana but leave the skin on. Split the top part of the skin on the banana lengthwise making sure to leave the ends untouched. Open the skin slightly so you can fill the toppings. Coat it with the ground flaxseed, sprinkle some of ground cinnamon, and add the semi-sweet mini chocolate chips. Wrap the entire banana (including the stem) in aluminum foil making sure to nestle it down on the bottom so it sits up straight on its own. Transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and and bake in a preheated 350F oven for 15 minutes or roast it over a campfire for a few minutes or until the chocolate is melted and the banana is soft. Be careful of the aluminum foil as it might be hot. Allow it to cool, undo the aluminum foil being careful of any steam that might arise. Mash and mix the banana with a fork to help combine the ingredients. Allow it to cool and enjoy. #kidssnacks #toddlerfood #kidssnackideas #kidsfoodideas #kidsfood #spring #healthysnackideas #easysnacks #wholefoodsmarket #healthyfood #healthykidsfood #healthykidsfoodideas #healthykids #kidfriendly #kidfriendlyfood #easykidsfood #lunchboxideas #toddlerfoodideas #kids #toddlerfoodidea #toddlerfriendly #easyrecipes #healthykids #healthytoddlerfood #toddlersnacks #toddlersnackideas #kidsrecipes #simplerecipes #funfoodforkids Kids snacks | toddler snacks | kids food ideas | easy toddler food

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