Healthy Recipes for Kids
All the great taste of a PB & Banana sandwich rolled up in a tortilla!
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Whole grain or gluten-free tortilla
Natural peanut butter (Such as Joseph's Lite or Once Again)
Cinnamon
Banana
The taste of peach pie without turning on the oven - just whip up this nutritious smoothie in the blender!
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Almond milk, unsweetened
Plain yogurt (organic if possible)
Fresh or frozen peaches (organic if possible)
Orange juice
Pumpkin pie spice
Shady Maple Farms Organic Maple Syrup
A deliciously sweet treat without any sugar added to the pears! This recipe is so simple to make since it is topped with Straight Up Granola. This Kid Kritics Approved granola is made with 100% whole grain, non-GMO ingrendiens and Certified Organic Oats. Try this great recipe for dessert or even for breakfast!
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4 ripe pears
1 lemon
Spelt flour
Cinnamon
Butter (optional)
Straight Up Granola, by Upfront Foods
Greek yogurt, plain (optional)
Pineapple Greek yogurt with coconut and mango chunks served with cookies to dip!
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Pineapple Greek yogurt (no artificial ingredients)
Mango
Unsweetened coconut
Barbara’s Bakery Oatmeal Snackimals, Wheat-Free
Options: cinnamon or nutmeg
A cool, blended pineapple drink made extra refreshing with the addition of fresh mint. Inspired by a summer drink in Jerusalem.
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100% pineapple juice (not canned)
Fresh mint
Ice
Your kids will love the idea of pink pancakes. This recipe is simple, using Gluten-Free Baking & Pancake Mix by Pamela's Products. And the deep pink color from beets! Amy Roskelley from superhealthykids.com thought these would be perfect for Valentine's Day and we agree.
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2 whole beets
Baking & Pancake Mix, Gluten Free, by Pamela's Products
Eggs
Olive or coconut oil
Maple syrup, 100% real
Fresh fruit
A sweet, yet wholesome wrap stuffed with plum puree and baked! Delicious!!
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Chopped dried plums (prunes)
100% orange juice
Cinnamon
Tortillas (whole grain or gluten-free)
Start your day with this protein-based shake of rice milk, apple juice, protein powder, blueberries and/or strawberries and a banana. Go get'em!
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Spring water (suggested: Iceland Spring)
100% apple juice, organic if possible
Protein powder, whey, egg, or rice based (no artificial ingredients)
Blueberries, fresh
Banana
These pumpkin spice pancakes are perfect for the fall season!
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Egg
Pumpkin puree
Milk or milk alternative
Butter (such as Cabot Creamery)
Baking & Pancake Mix, Gluten-Free (such as Pamela's Products)
Pumpkin pie spice
Pure Maple Syrup (such as Shady Maple Farms) or Joseph's Sugar-Free Syrup
Options: pecans, fruit, yogurt
These are the perfect treat for the fall, or really any time you are craving pumpkin pie!
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Organic Raw Honey, by Wholesome Sweeteners
Applesauce, unsweetened
Eggs (free range if possible)
Pumpkin puree (or 15 oz can of pumpkin, not pumpkin pie mix!)
Milk (organic if possible)
Vanilla extract
Whole wheat flour
Old-fashioned rolled oats
Baking powder
Baking soda
Sea salt
Ground cloves
Ground cinnamon
Pumpkin pie spice
The sweet indulgence of pumpkin pie in a nutritious smoothie! Smooth pumpkin, a bit of spice, the sweetness of banana, and for the "crust"... nutty almond butter!
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Pureed pumpkin
Vanilla yogurt, organic
Almond milk, unsweetened
Frozen ripe banana
Almond Butter with Omega-3, by Once Again
Pumpkin pie spice
Cinnamon
This fruit dip tastes like pumpkin pie, but is much healthier. Packed with protein, it is a quick and filling way to start your day! It can also be served as a parfait.
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Greek yogurt, vanilla (organic, if possible)
Pumpkin puree, cooked or canned (not pumpkin pie filling!)
Fruit Dip Mix, by Simply Organic
Fresh fruit slices
Raw Honey, by Wholesome Sweeteners
This yummy pumpkin bread is a great, healthy way to sneak some hidden zucchini into your kids!
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Coconut oil (for greasing loaf pans)
Cage-free eggs
Stevia in the Raw
Xylitol
Unsweetened organic applesauce
Canned organic pumpkin
Pure vanilla extract
Pamela's Gluten-free Baking & Pancake mix
Ground cinnamon
Ground allspice
Sea salt
Organic zucchini
Chopped organic walnuts
A refreshing yogurt and berry smoothie!
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Vanilla yogurt, organic low-fat
Frozen Triple Berry Blend (Wyman's of Maine)
Banana
Lemon
Wild blueberry juice or other 100% juice
Cinnamon
Ice Cubes
Yummy blend of fruit juice, fresh pineapple and banana with a boost of "Superfood" powder from Greens+. Start the day right!
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Cranberry or pineapple juice
Pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen (unsweetened)
Banana, fresh or frozen
Wild Berry Burst Superfood Powder, by Greens Plus
Ice
Outrageously delicious and so healthy. This smoothie blend of frozen strawberries, banana, vanilla yogurt, orange juice, ground flaxseed and honey will produce big smiles.
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Frozen strawberries (organic if possible)
1 banana
Vanilla low-fat yogurt (organic if possible)
Orange juice
Ground flaxseeds
Raw honey (Suggested brand: Wholesome Sweeteners)
These simple, yet hearty breakfast roll-ups will keep your kiddos full until lunch time!
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Turkey Sausage Patties (Shelton's)
Eggs, (free-range or cage-free if possible)
Carbonated water
Parmesan cheese wedge
Seasoned salt
Olive oil cooking spray
Tortillas, whole grain
Parsley
Paprika
A smooth, hot almond milk drink with a bit of spice ... perfect for a cold winter day.
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Organic Raw Honey, by Wholesome Sweeteners
Unsweetened almond milk
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Super easy to make, using the best ingredients! Soft, sticky, nutty and delicious!
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4 cups Upfront Granola - Pick your favorite flavor(s)
Shredded Unsweetened Coconut
Organic Maple Syrup
Organic Honey
Pistachios
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Organic Vanilla Extract
A beautiful mixture of fruits, yogurt and Straight Up Granola make this a delicious snack or breakfast parfait.
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Banana
Strawberries
Vanilla yogurt or Greek yogurt (organic if possible)
Walnuts
Nutty Granola by Upfront Foods
Creamy strawberry smoothie with Greens+ for an alkaline boost.
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Fresh or frozen strawberries
Organic vanilla yogurt
Organic lowfat milk, rice milk, or almond milk
Greens Plus Wild Berry Burst Powder
What do you get when you blend rice or almond milk, protein powder, "superfood" powder by Greens+, flaxseed oil, vanilla extract, blueberries and a banana? A power charged day!
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Rice or almond milk, (enriched), plain or vanilla
Protein powder
Wild Berry Burst Superfood by Greens Plus
Flaxseed oil
!00% vanilla extract
Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Banana
For a great breakfast sausage, I have substituted the usual pork sausage patties for a healthier alternative-turkey!
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2 lbs Ground Turkey by Plainville Farms
Extra virgin olive oil
Grilling Seasons Chicken Seasoning by Simply Organic
RealSalt or sea salt
Organic garlic cloves
Delicious cream cheese spread with berries!
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Wyman's Frozen Triple Berry Blend
Whipped cream cheese
Serving suggestions:
Sliced apples
Honey Sweet Whole Wheat Bread (by Rudi's Organic Bakery) or
Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread (by Rudi's Gluten Free Bakery)
Turkey and lettuce rolled up in a tortilla with an Asian-inspired nut butter sauce!
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All natural nut or seed butter (Suggested: Cashew Butter by Once Again)
Almond milk, unsweetened
Extra virgin olive oil
Teriyaki sauce (no corn syrup or artificial ingredients)
Garlic
Tortilla - whole grain, sprouted grain, or gluten-free
2 slices turkey breast, plain roasted (no added nitrates)
Parsley flakes
Paprika
Romaine lettuce
This is a delicious snack, or desert for Valentine's day! Made with simple ingredients and you can easily make it your own by adding your favorite toppins.
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Apple (organic if possible)
Unsweetened shredded coconut
Straight-Up Granola (by Upfront Foods)
Organic Peanut Butter with Omega-3 (by Once Again)
Fruit smoothie that's great for breakfast!
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fruit of choice, fresh, washed, or frozen
organic yogurt (low-fat), plain or flavor of choice
100% apple juice
2 ice cubes
flaxseed oil ground flaxseeds (optional)
100% vanilla extract (optional)
Delicious guilt-free muffins made with dried blueberries for a delicious and nutritious snack.
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Dried Wild Blueberries by Wyman's of Maine
All purpose flour (unbleached, unbromated)
Whole wheat flour
Baking powder
Sea salt
Milk, skim or low-fat (organic, if possible)
Applesauce (no sugar added)
1 large egg (cage-free if possible)
Canola oil (non-GMO) or coconut oil
Nutrient packed smoothie made with Greens+ Wild Berry Burst Superfood powder.
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Blueberries
Banana
Unsweetened Almond Milk
Wild Berry Burst Superfood stick pack by Greens Plus
A delicious fruit smoothie your children will love!
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Fresh strawberries (organic if possible)
Blueberry pomegranate juice, 100% juice
Mixed berry yogurt (organic if possible)
Ice
Smoothies make a great “on the go” meal, especially for the busy kid that never has time for breakfast. This fiber and protein packed smoothie also makes a great snack before sport activities for a boost of energy that lasts until dinner. Enjoy!
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1 cup plain Greek Yogurt
1 cup frozen Wild Blueberries, by Wymans of Maine
2 tsp Fair Trade Organic Raw Honey, by Wholesome Sweeteners
Try this smoothie for breakfast or a mid-day snack!
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Wild blueberry juice, 100% juice
Bananas
Water
Vanilla whey or egg protein powder (nothing artificial)
Ice
A more "wild" version of blueberry syrup with lemon and ginger. Try this recipe for a new twist to an old favorite.
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100% juice, blueberry, pomegranate, or grape
Frozen Wild Blueberries, by Wyman's of Maine
Lemon
Fresh ginger
Vanilla extract
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
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
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)