Healthy Recipes for Kids
A refreshing simple salad of vegetables and fruit with a sprinkling of lemon.
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Carrots-organic if possible
2-3 apples-organic
Red cabbage
Lemon juice
Dried blueberries
Nuts or seeds (optional)
Cheese, white (optional)
Fresh mint (optional)
Turkey strips coated in a tasty and crunchy breading then baked to perfection!
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Eggs (free range if possible)
Turkey breast (no antibiotics)
Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods
Create the new "jam" to spread on toast or PB&J sandwiches by simply mashing a banana and adding some lemon juice. That's it! It's delicious and there's no added sugar. Your kids will love it.
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1 banana, ripe
1 lemon
You'll enjoy the benefits of organic yogurt and frozen berries in this delightful smoothie.
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16 oz. Stonyfield's Banilla Low-Fat Organic Yogurt (or vanilla yogurt and frozen bananas)
1/2 cup frozen Wyman's Triple Berry Blend
Flaxseed oil or ground flaxseeds (optional)
Delicious healthy smoothie, easy to make, great for a hot summer day.
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Ripe banana
Baby carrots
Almond milk
Wyman's Frozen Triple Berry Blend
Ice
Great item for a Mexican dinner at home, cheesy black bean quesadillas on whole grain tortillas with corn and diced tomatoes.
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Whole grain tortillas
Tomato
Frozen or fresh corn
Organic black beans, canned or soaked & cooked
SoySation Shredded 3 Cheese Blend, by Lisanatti Foods
Extra virgin olive oil
Black bean soup with an array of veggies simmered in vegetable broth and topped with sour cream or guacamole and cheese. Oh yeah!
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Vegetable broth (low sodium)
Carrots
Tomatoes, vine-ripened
Onion
Garlic cloves
Oregano, fresh or dried
Cayenne pepper flakes
Black beans, 3 (16 oz.) cans
White cheddar cheese, reduced fat, shredded (suggested brand Cabot)
Sour cream, low-fat (organic if possible) or guacamole
You won't believe how good kale can taste, and kids will even eat it!!
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Sunflower seeds
Kale
Sea salt
Red onion
Small red apple
Olive oil
Apple cider vinegar
Feta cheese, crumbled (Sara uses low fat)
In the mood for a something different? Try these buffalo burgers kicked up with onion, herbs, spices, cheese.
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1 lb. buffalo, ground, antibiotic-free
1 red onion, medium size
Rosemary, fresh
Turmeric, ground
Cayenne pepper
Parmesan or Romano cheese, freshly grated
Olive oil
Delicious, rich and nutritious bean soup that is a meal in one! It has all the flavor and texture of a creamy soup without adding any dairy or fat. Perfect for a winter day lunch or dinner.
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Pinto beans
Potatoes
Carrots
Onion
Garlic
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Dried Parsley
Salt
A homemade pizza pocket - a great item to pack for school lunches as well as a snack.
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Country Morning White Bread, Rudi's Organic Bakery
Mozzarella or other natural cheese
Tomato sauce
Black olives
Tomatoes
A great way to turn plain broccoli into a kid favorite! Broccoli served with creamy Simply Organic Alfredo Sauce.
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Fresh broccoli
Alfredo Sauce Mix, by Simply Organic
Low fat milk (organic, if possible)
Parmesan cheese
Butter
A tasty alternative to ground beef? This recipe uses buffalo meat mixed with garlic, parsley, onion and mild salsa, served on tortillas and topped with shredded Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese. Try it!
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1 lb. ground buffalo meat
Fresh garlic
Parsley, fresh or dried
Red onion
Mild salsa
Tortillas, whole grain or gluten-free, medium size
Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese (by Cabot Creamery)
Butternut squash is plentiful in the Fall and Winter months. Roasting brings out its flavor and subtble sweetness. Puree it in this creamy, versatile soup - sure to be a family hit!
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Large butternut squash
Extra virgin olive oil
Medium onion
Fresh garlic
Chicken stock
Lactose free milk, reduced fat
Sea salt
Smoked sweet paprika
Fresh sage
Cayenne pepper
The taste combination of broccoli and cheese rolled up in a tortilla!
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Broccoli florets, frozen or fresh
Whole grain or gluten-free tortillas, small
Organic mayonnaise or Vegenaise spread
Mustard
Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese (by Cabot)
Paprika
As flavorful as it is nutritional, this quiche made from additive-free turkey bacon, Shelton's Turkey Sausage Patties, Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese, eggs and seasonings in a pie crust will be a family pleaser for sure.
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Pie crust (whole grain or gluten free, no hydrogenated oils)
Uncured turkey bacon (additive-free)
Shelton's Turkey Sausage Patties
Large eggs, free range if possible
Rice, almond or organic cow's milk
Ground nutmeg
Sea salt
Paprika
Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese, by Cabot
Broccoli
Spice up plain macaroni & cheese with ground turkey and a mexican twist! Taco taste in one dish.
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Ground turkey, raised without antibiotics (free range if possible; suggested brands: Plainville or Shelton's)
Organic Taco Seasoning Mix (suggested brand: Simply Organic)
Elbow macaroni, whole grain or gluten free
Shredded mexican cheese blend (organic if possible)
Reduced fat cream cheese (organic if possible)
Milk, low fat or skim (organic if possible)
Humbles Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Chips (by Good Health Natural Foods)
Parmesan or Romano cheese
Paprika
A delicious and healthy combination of leftover chicken or turkey on a bed of Spring Mix lettuce with vegetables, fruits, nuts and a creamy dressing topped with shredded cheese.
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Greek-Style Yogurt, Plain, Lowfat
Lemon
Organic mayonnaise or Vegenaise
Red grapes (US grown)
Organic celery
Organic apples
Walnuts (1/2 cup)
Sea salt
Shredded cheese (white)
Gluten- free and sooo good! This salad is made with rice pasta, chicken, veggies, two cheeses and a parmesan dressing.
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Brown rice pasta in shape of choice
2 large heads broccoli
Frozen peas
Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Parmesan cheese, grated
Paprika
Chicken, cooked
Parmesan dressing
Whole grain spaghetti (we recommend spelt!)
Spaghetti sauce (reduced sodium)
Health is Wealth Chicken-Free Patties
Shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese
Oregano, basil, or parsley (optional)
Lots of vegetables, whole grain pasta and a crunchy topping to please all ages!
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16 oz whole grain pasta
1 jar marinara sauce, reduced sodium
Zucchini
Yellow bell pepper
Orange bell pepper
Cherry tomatoes
Garlic, clove
Fresh parsley
Extra virgin olive oil
Veggie chips (Suggested brands: Good Health Natural Foods or EatSmart Naturals)
Parmesan Cheese
Chicken fingers with a unique cookie coating!
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1 small container (4-6 oz) non-fat plain yogurt
Orange juice concentrate
Golden raisins
Joseph's Sugar Free Oatmeal Cookies
Chili Powder
Boneless, skinless chicken (breast or thigh pieces)
The kids will flip over these savory "cookies" for dinner. A great accompaniment to soup, salads, chili, and more! They are also a delicious appetizer.
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Gluten-Free Cornbread & Muffin Mix by Pamela's Products
butter
cane sugar
large eggs (cage-free)
buttermilk
kefir cheese or cream cheese
goat cheese
turkey bacon (uncured if possible)
scallions
grapeseed or olive oil
lowfat milk (organic, if possible)
Tamari sauce (low-sodium) or Bragg's Aminos
Onion
Garlic
Extra virgin olive oil
6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium, all natural)
2 (14 ounce) cans northern white beans
Cumin
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (such as Shelton's)
Sour cream
Parsley, fresh or dried
Sea salt
Pasta with vegetables, chicken, and ranch dressing that can be served hot or cold!
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Whole grain or gluten-free pasta, shape of choice
1 lb frozen mixed vegetables
Small red pepper
Cooked chicken, leftover of chunks of deli
Simply Organic Ranch Dressing Mix
Buttermilk (for dressing)
Wrap (or "pinwheel") filled with turkey, spinach, and a cream cheese spread. Delicious and it's Kid Kritics Approved!
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Cream cheese (organic if possible)
Yogurt, plain (organic if possible)
Italian seasoning
Parsley, fresh or dried
Whole grain or sprouted grain tortillas (try spelt!)
Sliced turkey breast, oven roasted (additive-free)
Fresh spinach, washed (organic if possible)
Paprika
A healthier, oven-baked version of chicken breast tenders. A tasty and nutritious alternative to fried chicken, hope y'all enjoy!
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1 to 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts butterflied or cut into tenderloins
Pizza Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods
All Purpose Flour, ubleached, unbromated
Onion Powder
Garlic Powder
Sea Salt
Ground Black Pepper or Cayenne
Paprika
Cooking Oil Spray
(Optional: Favorite seasoning or spice blend & favorite dipping sauce or marinara)
A great option for a healthy but fun dinner entree! Super crispy fish that is baked not fried.
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Almonds, finely ground
Italian bread crumbs
Romano cheese wedge
Garlic powder
Sesame seeds, raw
Parsley, fresh or dried
Fish fillets of choice, fresh
Lemon
Eggs, large (free-range)
Olive oil spray
Multi use turkey meatballs coated in crushed Veggie Sticks from Good Health Natural Foods. A family pleaser.
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1 lb. lean ground turkey
Eggs
Ground flaxseed
Onion
Garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
Paprika
Dried basil
Parmesan cheese
Veggie Stix, Good Health Natural Foods
A delicious and nutritious curry chicken salad. Try it...you're kids will love it!
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4 cans Shelton's Premium Breast of Chicken
Organic mayonnaise (or Vegenaise spread)
Lemon
Sea salt
Curry powder
Celery
Slivered almonds
Fresh parsley
Paprika
A can of organic turkey chili, cheddar cheese, mild salsa and fresh cilantro, all wrapped in a whole grain tortilla and warmed in your toaster oven - so tasty and so easy.
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4 whole grain tortillas (try spelt)
1 (15oz.) can turkey or vegetable chili (low sodium - nothing artificial)
Cabot Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese
Mild salsa
Fresh cilantro
A fun way to cook chicken and serve it for lunch or dinner as a main dish. Crispy and juicy without compromising healthier recipe standards.
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (raised without antibiotics)
Veggie Crisps by EatSmart Naturals
Egg (free range if possible)
Paprika
Parmesan Cheese (fresh grated)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
6 Eggs, free-range
Organic mayonnaise (Vegenaise is good)
Pine nuts or sliced almonds
Parmesan cheese, grated
Dried mustard (optional)
Parsley flakes
Paprika
Celery (optional)
Onion (optional)
Sesame Seeds (optional)
Lettuce (optional)
A new way to make your chicken nuggets that will not only please the kids, it will impress adult guests as well!
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2 lbs of chicken breasts (organic if possible)
Falafel Chips, Organic by Flamous Brands
Unsweetened coconut flakes (organic if possible)
Coconut milk **
Sea salt (suggested: Himalayan)
Ground pepper
Unrefined coconut oil
Chopped cilantro
Simple and simply delicious falafel chip crusted checken breasts are baked and then served with organic ketchup or your condiment of choice. Kids love them!
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1lb. chicken breasts, antibiotic-free
2 oz. Falafel Chips, Flamous Brand
Olive oil cooking spray
Organic ketchup
No it's not meat, it's falafel! The kids will grab the taco chips and scoop up this falafel taco salad with romaine lettuce, salsa, mozzarella cheese, and spices.
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Falafel mix or precooked falafel patties **
Mild salsa (reduced sodium)
Mozzarella cheese, shredded (1/2 cup)
Cilantro flakes or fresh bunch
Romaine lettuce
Falafel Chips, by Flamous Brands
Plain or vanilla yogurt (organic if possible) mixed with bananas or other fruit plus a tasty and healthy surprise, Fruit Medley cereal from Barbara's Bakery Puffin Puffs. Yum!
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Lemons or lemon juice
2 bananas
Low fat plain or vanilla yogurt (organic if possible)
Fruit Medley Cereal, Barbara's Bakery Puffin Puffs
These delicious spinach pancakes are stuffed similar to crepes! Perfect for lunch or dinner, and they are very versatile - you can stuff them with just about anything.
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Skim milk (organic if possible)
Egg (free range if possible)
Fresh spinach (organic if possible)
Whole wheat or spelt flour or gluten-free baking mix
Extra virgin olive oil
Ricotta cheese (organic if possible)
Carrots
Paprika
Sea salt
Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese (by Cabot Creamery)
Healthy and delicious salad made with romaine lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, some whole grain croutons and sesame seeds. Add your favorite dressing and enjoy!
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Lettuce, romaine
Tomatoes, vine-ripened
Carrot
Croutons, whole-grain
Sesame seeds, raw
A cool and refreshing smoothie with mixed berries and immune-building greens powder by Greens+!
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Milk of choice, unsweetened
Greens Plus Wild Berry Burst Powder
frozen pitted cherries
frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
ripe banana
ice - a few cubes
protein powder, nut butter, or organic yogurt (optional)
lemon juice (optional)
This grilled sandwich is packed with flavor and nutrition featuring whole grain bread from Rudi's Organic Bakery, Almond Mozzarella Cheeze from Lisanatti Foods, deli chicken and a touch of parsley and paprika. No wonder it's Kid Kritics Approved.
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Honey Sweet Whole Wheat, organic bread (Rudi's Organic Bakery)
Almond Cheeze, Mozzarella Style (Lisinatti Foods)
Deli chicken
Parsley flakes
Paprika
Organic butter or extra virgin olive oil
Tomatoes (optional)
Mustard (optional)
Veggie Stix add extra flavor and crunch to a great pita sandwich!
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Romaine lettuce
Cherry tomatoes
Cucumber
Whole grain pita bread
Ranch dressing
Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods
Grilled chicken (use leftovers from the night before!)
A new twist on the classic PB&J sandwich - use Organic Cinnamon Raisin Bread and it will be out of this world amazing!
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Cinnamon Raisin Bread, Rudi’s Organic Bakery
Peanut butter, natural, creamy (such as Once Again or Joseph's Lite)
Strawberry Jam, no added sugar
Butter (grass-fed if possible)
Savory casserole with ground turkey, veggies, cheese, and a unique topping!
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Ground turkey (no antibiotics)
Frozen mixed veggies
Broccoli (frozen or fresh)
2 (10.75 ounce) cans Amy’s Organic Cream of Mushroom Soup **
Onion
Garlic powder
Celery seed
Shredded cheddar cheese (white)
Veggie Stix, Good Health Natural Foods
Kids love cheddar cheese and they love pizza. Theses fun pizzas are decorated for Halloween - Frankenstein, spider webs, ghosts, and jack-o'-lanterns!
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4 small (6-inch) whole grain pitas or pizza crust
Extra virgin olive oil
Garlic powder
Dried oregano
Spaghetti sauce (reduced sodium)
Fresh spinach (organic if possible)
1 block Cabot Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese
Pizza toppings such as black & green olives, red & green bell pepper, small fresh mozzarella balls
Crisp salad with cheddar cheese and apples. Add chicken or turkey for more protein!
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Apple (organic is best!)
Ranch dressing **
Red seedless grapes (organic is best!)
Salad greens
Cabot Sharp Light Cheddar Minis, cubed
Options: walnuts or almonds, chicken or turkey
Delicious homemade pizza crust using whole grain flour!
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active dry yeast
cane sugar
whole wheat flour
cornmeal
sea salt
organic honey (suggested brand: Wholesome Sweeteners)
milk
A quick, healthy, kid friendly tortilla wrap of chicken- free patties from Health is Wealth, vegetables, apple and SoySation Cheddar Slices from Lisanatti farms.
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Chicken-Free Patty, Health is Wealth
Whole grain tortilla
Earth Balance spread, olive oil, or organic butter
SoySation Cheddar slices, Lisanatti Foods
Carrots
Celery
One red pepper
One apple
Sub sandwich on a sprouted grain hot dog bun - perfect for smaller bites!
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Turkey bacon (uncured), Applegate Farms or Shelton’s
Sprouted wheat hot dog bun, Alvarado Street Bakery
Organic mayo or Vegenaise
Roasted turkey breast slices (additive-free), Applegate Farms (or other KKA deli meat)
Swiss cheese slices, Applegate Farms (or other KKA cheese)
Romaine lettuce leaves
Tomato
Perfect for the evening or on a cool day, this minty tea has a little bit of zing from lemon slices and a tad bit of sweetness from raw honey.
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Fresh mint leaves or peppermint herbal tea bags
Lemon
Raw Honey, Organic (by Wholesome Sweeteners)
Spring Water (by Iceland Spring)