Want to prepare vegetables for kids that they’ll actually eat? These kid-friendly vegetable recipes are healthy, quick and easy. Serve them as a side dish for dinner or for a healthy snack!
Let’s talk about vegetables for kids. If you’re a parent, you’ve probably struggled to find vegetable recipes for kids…ie vegetables kids like and vegetables kids will eat! If you’re tired of serving vegetables that get thrown away, I hope this post will spark some ideas for you.
We all know vegetables are important. They offer a wide variety of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. But when you find a veggie your kid will eat, it’s easy to fall into the habit of serving that and only that…because it’s easier than fighting with them to try something new or dealing with them spitting it out all over the place. But it’s so important to expose young kiddos to a wide variety of foods and flavors. My goal is always to try to serve them twice a day whether it’s at meals or snacks. Does that always happen? No. But I try!
Easy Side Dishes For Kids
To help myself out (and you!) I rounded up some kid-friendly veggie recipes that I’m looking forward to trying, plus a few of my favs from the blog. Hopefully you see something that sparks some new vegetable ideas for kids!
My kids love french fries. And while he certainly prefers regular french fries or sweet potato fries, the similar shape and the crunchy coating on these green bean fries are sometimes enough to get him to eat a few. When in doubt, add ketchup. Added bonus- they’re fun for kids to help make!
Kids like fun food. Kabobs are fun. Added bonus – they’ll love helping you assemble these, which makes it more likely they’ll eat a few veggies along the way!
A Simple And Easy Vegetarian Side Dish That's Kid Friendly And Gluten Free Adaptable
Add some extra flavor to the veggies with a marinade. It’ll make them taste less veggie-like, which kids will love! If your kids don’t like steamed veggies, try serving them raw in a salad like this! They may like the crunch!
Finger foods are fun! These balls are easy to make and if you serve them with a tasty dip, the kids just might look past the green color!
Kids like sweet. Most vegetables are not sweet. Caramelizing veggies adds a sweetness factor that will up their chances of being consumed!
Rainbow Detox Salad
Roasting carrots brings out their natural sweetness, which is enhanced with a little extra maple syrup. Pair that with bacon, which everyone loves, and these won’t last long on their plate!
Almost all kids love pizza! Swap the crust for some zucchini rounds, top with sauce, cheese and pepperoni for a home run!
Do they typically turn their nose up at things like broccoli? These nuggets can be dipped in bbq sauce, ketcup, etc which usually helps!
Recipes For Kid Friendly Side Dishes
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this fun green twist on your kids’ favorite dish. They might notice you slipping vegetables into the cheese – but once they taste it, they won’t care.
Even the pickiest eaters will find something to love in this salad, and the adults at the table will likely sneak a second scoop. The fresh veggies hint that summer is just around the corner.
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It wouldn’t be summer without potato salad, and this delicious dish will be a hit at picnics, barbecues, and family dinners all season long.
This is more than just a side dish for your kids – it is a vegetable extravaganza everyone will want on their plate. Make them all alike, or have your kids help customize their own.
No barbecue is complete without some baked beans, and your kids will love this vegetarian side dish. You’ll love that they’re actually eating some protein!
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Thanksgiving can be tough – all those new foods your kids have decided they don’t like – but convince them to try a few bites of this casserole and you’ll have to fight them for the last spoonful!
Cranberries are a kid-friendly holiday staple, and applesauce is always a hit. This recipe makes enough to can some to eat throughout the year.
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This fun, nutritious dish makes a great side for any meal! Our kids love it on the side of poached eggs, which they then pop to run into the hash for fun deliciousness.
No more does dinnertime have to be a battle. Instead, pull out one of these recipes, and watch your family drool in expectation. Enjoy!
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Welcome friend! Eating Richly is your place for kid friendly foods rich in nutrition and flavor. From healthy recipes, to cute food ideas, we've got just what a busy mom needs to make meal time fun!Do you stick with apple slices and carrot sticks, or do you scour the internet in search of kid-friendly side dishes the whole family can enjoy?
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But if you do it right, I’ll bet you can convince them to try some sweet, crunchy broccoli salad and maybe even a handful of parsnip fries.
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Even if you don’t have a picky eater on your hands, you can never go wrong with having a few kid-friendly side dishes in your back pocket.
The truth is, kids can be picky. We all know it, and there’s nothing wrong
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