Healthy Recipes for Kids
A delicious blend of organic Spring Mix from Earthbound Farm with berries, organic carrots and nuts dressed with a parmesan vinaigrette. Colorful and high in nutrition - your children will love this salad!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
4 cups Spring Mix, organic, Earthbound Farm
1 cup fresh strawberries
1 cup Wyman's Fresh Frozen Wild Blueberries, or 1/2 cup Wyman's Wild Dried Blueberries
Carrots-organic
Mandarin orange slices
Pine nuts or slivered almonds
Parmesan vinaigrette
This salad has it all - greens, turkey, fruit, cheese and the crunch of granola. It makes a perfect lunch or light dinner. Serve it as a side too!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Romaine lettuce, organic if possible
Blueberries, organic if possible
Strawberries, organic if possible
Oven-roasted turkey breast chunks
Feta cheese
Straight Up Granola with Cranberries, by Upfront Foods
Raspberry Vinaigrette salad dressing
A hearty tex-mex casserole loaded with iron!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Quinoa or brown rice
1 can (10 oz) diced organic tomatoes with green chilis
Flamous Falafel Chips, Original
Extra Virgin olive oil or butter
Shredded cheddar cheese, 1 pound (white)
15 oz can organic black, pinto or chili beans
Sour cream
Avocado
Green onions
Options: Chicken or ground beef
This is a healthier version of pot pie, made super fast and simple! Versitle too - you can use anything for the filling, great for using up leftover veggies.
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Extra virgin olive oil
Whole wheat flour
Eggs
Lactose-free skim milk
Baking powder
Sea salt
Paprika
Shredded Chicken
Broccoli
Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese, by Cabot Creamery
Uncured chicken franks from Shelton's Poultry boiled in water and beer - don't worry, the alcohol cooks out as it boils making it safe for kids. Add condiments and watch their smiling faces as they devour these super delicious franks.
( Categories: Lunch )
View Grocery List
Uncured Chicken Franks, Shelton's Poultry
Beer (or chicken broth)
Water
Whole grain buns
Cheese, white, sliced or shredded
Tomato
Romaine lettuce
Condiments of choice
Tuna, tongol in spring water
Moyonnaise, organic or Vegenaise
Onion
Celery
Sesame seeds, raw
Seasoned salt
Parsley, dried or fresh
Paprika
Bread, whole grain or gluten-free
A fun snack! Kebobs of olives and cheese using carrot sticks as the skewer = brilliant!! Natalie from Super Healthy Kids shared this recipe with us.
( Categories: Lunch, Snacks )
View Grocery List
1 can olives
3-4 long carrots
2-3 string cheese sticks
Ranch Dressing:
1 packet Simply Organic ranch mix
1/2 cup plain yogurt, organic if possible
1/2 cup buttermilk (you can use regular milk also), organic if possible
Just layer cream cheese, sliced turkey, shredded white cheese, lettuce and tomato on a tortilla, roll up and eat it before someone else does!
( Categories: Lunch )
View Grocery List
Tortillas, small or medium
Cream cheese (low-fat)
Turkey slices (additive-free)
White cheese of choice (low-fat)
Lettuce
Tomato, vine-ripened
A cheesy tuna casserole with a fun twist - EatSmart Naturals Whole Grain Cheese Curls! Sure to be a family favorite.
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Classic Mac & Cheese or Shells & White Cheddar by Annie's Homegrown
Whole Grain Cheese Curls, White Cheddar Cheese by EatSmart Naturals
Milk, low fat (organic if possible)
Dark Tuna, packed in water (Tongol or Skipjack if possible)
Frozen peas
"I made my 4 year old son tuna salad, and a side of Humbles chips for dipping. He would eat the Humbles by themselves, but the tuna was a bonus!" (Melody, mom of 1)
( Categories: Lunch, Snacks, Dinner )
View Grocery List
1 can of light tuna (Tongol or Skipjack, if possible)
Organic mayonnaise, Lemonaise, or Vegenaise
Celery (Organic is best)
Grapes (Organic, grown in USA are best)
Shredded cheddar cheese (white)
Humbles Baked Hummus Chips, Roasted Red Pepper (Good Health Natural Foods)
Options: slivered almonds, parsley
Egg (cage-free)
Roasted peppers
Scallions
Fresh or dried parsley
Dry mustard
Sea salt
Parmesan cheese, grated
Bread crumbs (optional)
1 1/4 pound ground turkey, half dark/half white, antibiotic-free Such as Shelton’s or Plainville
Homemade turkey meatballs with garlic and oregano using EatSmart Naturals Veggie Crisps in place of bread crumbs! Delicious!!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
1 lb Ground Turkey (raised without antibiotics)
Eggs (free range if possible)
Onion
Garlic
Oregano
Veggie Crisps, by EatSmart Naturals
Tomato Paste or Organic Ketchup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Homemade pizza with ground turkey, marinara sauce, and almond cheeze!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
1 lb lean ground turkey (no antibiotics)
Sea salt
Ground pepper or cayenne pepper
Marinara sauce
1 (12-inch) whole grain pizza crust ***
Lisanatti Almond Cheeze - Mozzarella Style chunks
Turkey meatballs in marinara sauce served on a bun with wilted spinach and Almond Cheeze!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Whole grain bread
Lowfat milk
1 lb ground turkey (no antibiotics)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Egg
Parmesan cheese
Fresh or dried rosemary
Garlic salt
Extra virgin olive oil
Marinara sauce (low sodium)
Baby spinach (organic is best!)
Hoagie rolls, whole grain
1 block (8 oz) Lisanatti Almond Cheeze - Mozzarella Style
Soft tacos rolled up and held in place with cupcake toppers to appeal to little ones!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Cooking spray or olive oil
1 pound ground turkey (Suggested: Shelton's or Plainville Farms)
Organic Taco Seasoning (by Simply Organic) or spices (chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, sea salt, black pepper*, red pepper flakes*)
Water
Tortillas (whole grain or gluten-free)
Cabot Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese
Tomato or salsa
Shredded lettuce or cilantro (optional)
So easy, this classic dip is a mix of Greek Yogurt, cucumber, fresh garlic, lemon juice and dill.
( Categories: Lunch, Snacks, Dinner )
View Grocery List
16 oz. plain, low-fat Greek Yogurt (such as Cabot Creamery)
Cucumber
Extra virgin olive oil
Red wine vinegar
Garlic, fresh
Lemon
Dill, fresh
Salt
Choose your pasta shape, cook and coat with olive oil, then add broccoli florets, peas, tomatoes, white cheese, and finally some balsamic vinegar and a touch of lemon or lime juice. Fast and fresh!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Pasta
Extra virgin olive oil
Broccoli, fresh or frozen
Peas, fresh or frozen
Tomatoes, vine-ripened
White cheese (low-fat) of choice
Balsamic vinegar
Lemon or lime, fresh
Seasoned salt
Simple to make and simply delicious! A salad of broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese and Italian dressing, all combined with your favorite whole grain or gluten-free pasta.
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
8 oz. whole grain or gluten-free pasta
Fresh broccoli florets
Fresh or frozen peas
Cherry tomatoes
Reduced-fat white cheese, shredded
Italian dressing, low fat, no artificial ingredients
Crushed Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods give homemade chicken fingers a nice, crunchy crust, while sneaking in a few extra veggie nutrients and avoiding the deep frying!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
4 chicken breasts or 1 lb chicken tenders (no antibiotics, organic and free range if possible)
Eggs (free range, if possible)
Black pepper or cayenne
Italian herbs
Cheddar cheese (organic if possible)
Veggie Stix, by Good Health Natural Foods
Traditional nacho taste, but made with Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods. This new recipe idea is full of flavor and fun!
( Categories: Lunch, Snacks )
View Grocery List
Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods
Part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
Shredded cheddar cheese
Tomato
Black beans, canned (organic without added salt if possible)
Fresh apples cooked in wild blueberry juice with fresh lemon juice and cinnamon. Delightful and delicious!
( Categories: Lunch, Snacks, Dinner )
View Grocery List
2 Lemons
3-3.5 lbs. Apples
2 cups wild blueberry juice, 100% juice
Cinnamon
Warm and yummy, this tuna melt with celery, canola mayonnaise, seasoned salt and grated cheese all on whole-grain bread will come out of your toaster oven and into their tummies with rave reviews!
( Categories: Lunch )
View Grocery List
Tuna, dark in spring water (Skipjack or Tongol if possible)
Organic mayonnaise or Vegenaise
Seasoned salt
Celery (organic, if possible)
Multigrain Bread, Gluten-Free, by Rudi's Gluten-Free Bakery
White cheese of choice, shredded
Delicious and flavorful meatloaf recipe - turn this everyday meal into a special treat for the whole family!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Lean ground beef (grass-fed if possible; no hormones or antibiotics)
Egg (free-range if possible)
Milk or milk alternative
Onion
Zatar Chips by Flamous Brands
Change tacos from ordinary to extraordinary by using shrimp and flavorful Zatar Chips!
( Categories: Lunch, Dinner )
View Grocery List
Large raw shrimp (may use chicken if preferred)
Egg (free range if possible)
Whole grain or gluten free soft tortillas
Shredded red and green cabbage (or lettuce)
Lime wedges
Zatar Chips, by Flamous Brands
A deliciously healthier version of cheesecake made with Greek yogurt and a touch of cinnamon and apples in individual servings - in shot glasses! Perfect for a party!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Greek Yogurt, Vanilla (organic preferred)
Whipped Cream Cheese
1 large gala apple (organic preferred)
Cinnamon
Honey, raw
Grammy Crisps, Cinnamon and Sugar by Crunchmaster (Crunchmaster is a client of Kid Kritics and samples were used in this recipe.)
This moist and delicious coffee cake is sure to please your guests. Adding the apple slices is so simple when you use Crispy Cinnamon Apple Chips by Good Health Natural Foods!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Unsweetened applesauce (organic, if possible)
Light brown sugar, packed
Egg (cage-free)
Unbleached, unbromated flour (spelt, whole grain, or gluten-free baking mix)
Ground cinnamon
Sea salt
Baking soda
Plain Greek yogurt
Vanilla
Crispy Cinnamon Apple Chips, by Good Health Natural Foods
Butter
Tasty freeze pops with almond butter for protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Bananas
Once Again Smooth Almond Butter with Omega-3
Vanilla or plain almond milk or rice milk
Cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice (optional)
Pudding whipped with banana and served with cookies for dipping!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Vanilla pudding (nothing artificial) *
Barbara’s Bakery Oatmeal Snackimals, Wheat-Free
Banana
Delicious muffins made with Cinnamon Puffins Cereal. This recipe is Kid Kritics Approved!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
unbleached or whole wheat pastry flour
baking powder (unsulphured)
baking soda
sea salt
granulated sugar
Cinnamon Puffins Cereal, Barbara’s Bakery
canola oil
honey
milk or milk substitute
2 large eggs
nuts (optional)
raisins (optional)
cranberries (optional)
blueberries (optional)
cinnamon (optional)
Delicious banana pudding recipe made with wheat-free Snackimal cookies. Plus, the Kid Kritics loved it!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
vanilla pudding (nothing artificial) *
Barbara’s Bakery Oatmeal Snackimals, Wheat-Free
ripe bananas
options: nutmeg or cinnamon
Your family will love these brownies. They are wheat-free, gluten-free, flourless, and they provide fiber, protein, and iron from black beans. Really, they do taste good. Just ask the Kid Kritics ... they loved them!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
15-oz can black beans
Butter, by Cabot Creamery
Vanilla extract
Sugar, evaporated cane juice
Cocoa powder, unsweetened (not processed with alkali)
Sea salt
Eggs, large, cage-free
Walnuts, chopped
Dark chocolate chips
Black bean dip flavored with taco seasoning...grab some tortilla chips and veggies and and start dipping!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
15 oz. can garbanzo or black beans (BPA-free can if possible)
Roasted or raw garlic
Greek-Style Yogurt, Plain, Lowfat by Cabot of Vermont
Extra virgin olive oil
Organic Taco Seasoning Mix by Simply Organic
Sea salt
One lemon or lime
A super easy summer kid pleaser - ice pops made from fresh oranges and strawberries, and blueberry juice
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
3 oranges
1 pint fresh strawberries
100% juice, blueberry
A delicious blueberry pie with a crushed sandwich cookie crust. Quick and easy.
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
24 sandwich cookies (no artificial ingredients)
Unsalted butter or Earth Balance spread
6 cups fresh (washed) or frozen blueberries
Unbleached flour or arrowroot
Sugar or frozen apple juice concentrate
Ground cinnamon
Lemon
A delicious chocolate fudge with wild blueberries and walnuts!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Wild Blueberries, frozen, by Wyman's of Maine
Walnuts
Honey
Powdered sugar, organic if possible
4 oz evaporated milk, organic if possible
Dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
Vanilla extract
Mini brownies topped with creamy whipped topping and fresh raspberries!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Chocolate Brownie Mix, Gluten-Free, Pamela's Products
Unsweetened applesauce (The NutritionBabes used Motts)
Egg
Water
Non-stick cooking spray
Whipped topping, TruWhip
1 pint fresh raspberries
This banana bread has nurtients from both bananas and butternut squash. It is gluten-free and easy to make with Pamela's Baking & Pancake Mix! You can also make it into mini muffins!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Butternut squash
Butter
Sugar or honey
Eggs
Ripe bananas
Pamela's Baking & Pancake Mix, Gluten-Free
Sea salt
Vanilla Extract
Rolled oats, cashew butter, chopped cashews, honey, cinnamon, raisins, and egg. Easy, quick and delicious. Make lots!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Rolled Oats
Cashew butter
Chopped cashews
Honey
Cinnamon
Egg
Raisins
Gluten-free breaded broccoli bites. They make a great snack, appetizer, or side dish.
( Categories: Snacks, Dinner )
View Grocery List
1 small head broccoli
1 box Cheddar Cheezy Crisps (Crunchmaster)
2 eggs, free range if possible
1 packet Organic Ranch Dip Mix (Simply Organic)
2 cups sour cream or Greek-Style Yogurt
These super quick and delicious treats are perfect to satisfy that sweet craving!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Dark chocolate peanut butter (Elizabeth uses Peanut Butter & Co) **
Straight Up Granola by Upfront Foods
A buttered cookie crumb crust with a cool blueberry filling is a wonderful sweet treat, especially in the Summer!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Organic butter or Earth Balance spread
Cookie crumbs
Arrowroot powder or cornstarch
Sugar cane crystals or apple juice concentrate
Sea salt
1 qt. blueberries, fresh
Lemon
This is a lighter version of creme brulee using reduced fat milk instead of heavy cream - perfect for a holiday indulgence with a little less guilt! Plus, it's made with lactose free milk making it ideal for those with a lactose sensitivity.
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Egg yolks (free range if possible)
Pure vanilla extract
Lactose free milk, reduced fat
Organic cane sugar
Organic brown sugar
Ground nutmeg
Fresh mint
Fresh raspberries or sugar-coated cranberries
Sweet & salty snack mix with popcorn, cranberries, and chocolate chips! Great for lunch boxes or a snack to-go.
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Dried cranberries (watch out for artificial flavors & high fructose corn syrup)
Raw whole almonds
Half Naked Popcorn, Good Health Natural Foods
Mini pretzels (try spelt pretzels!)
Mini chocolate chips
It doesn’t get much easier than this! Keep salsa and black beans stored in your cupboard so when you have surprise guests or are asked to take something to a football party, you can throw this together in minutes!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
1 (16 oz) can black beans (organic if possible)
1 (8 oz) jar mild salsa
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh ingredients, fresh taste. Simply combine roma tomatoes, cilantro, diced white onion, lime juice and a chopped pepper - possibly jalopeno for added spice. Grab the tortilla chips!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Roma tomatoes (enough for 3 cups)
Fresh cilantro
1 large white onion
1 lime
1 pepper (jalapeno if desired)
A gluten-free trail mix complete with dried fruits, pretzels and almonds.
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Gluten Free Mini Pretzels, by Snyder's of Hanover
Sliced or Slivered Almonds
Dried Fruit (try raisins, cranberries, blueberries, or your favorite!)
Butter (organic if possible) or Coconut Oil
Organic creamy Peanut Butter
Honey
Gluten Free Vanilla Extract
Gluten Free Flour or Baking Mix
Delicious peanut butter cookies made with less sugar and no flour!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Joseph’s Original Sugar Free Syrup, Maple
natural peanut butter
brown sugar
1 egg
gluten-free vanilla extract
dark chocolate chips (optional)
A Gluten-free dessert to indulge in without sacrificing great taste! This cake is perfect for birthday celebrations that the whole family will enjoy.
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Golden Vanilla Cake Mix, Gluten-Free, Simply Organic
2 eggs
Light Olive Oil
Vanilla extract
Unsweetened applesauce (organic, if possible)
TruWhip whipped topping
1 kiwi fruit
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh strawberries
Non-stick cooking spray
Kids will love preparing this guacamole with you. A delicious blend of avocado, garlic powder, fresh cilantro, lime juice and a dash of salt and pepper - how easy can it get?
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
1 ripe avocado
Garlic powder
Fresh cilantro
Lime juice
Tortilla chips, pita chips or crackers & veggies for dipping
A Greek yogurt based dip with all the flavors of pizza! Perfect for dipping veggies or Veggie Stix!
( Categories: Snacks )
View Grocery List
Greek yogurt, low fat and organic preferred (or sour cream)
Garlic cloves
Dried oregano
Black olives
Onion
Tomato
Parmesan or Romano cheese
Tomato sauce
Veggie Stix by Good Health Natural Foods