If you’re looking for recipes that the whole family can enjoy while still providing nutrition for growing minds and bodies, then look no further. With the right ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can find nutritious and kid-friendly recipes that everyone in the family will love. No need to worry about making separate meals for picky eaters – just make something tasty and healthy that everyone can enjoy. Here are some of our favorite recipes!
1. Delicious Dinners the Whole Family Will Enjoy
A scrumptious dinner is everyone’s favorite time of the day. Good food brings people together and creates moments that make the entire family truly happy. Fortunately, there are so many delicious dinner recipes that are easy to make and enjoyable for all ages. Here are a few of our favorites that we know you and your family will love:
- Lemon-Garlic Chicken:Filled with flavor, this lemon-garlic chicken recipe is perfect for everyone. It takes only 10 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to cook. Serve with rice or a side of vegetables. It’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Stuffed Peppers: Full of flavor and nutrition, these stuffed peppers make for a great dinner. Each pepper is filled with beef, tomato sauce, and cheese mix. Heat it in an oven for 25 minutes and dinner is served.
- Vegetarian Chili: This flavorful vegetarian chili is full of hearty beans, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and bell pepper. Not to mention, it takes only 30 minutes to eat! Heat up a bowl of this chili for everyone and enjoy!
- Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry: This stir fry is packed with flavor. It’s filled with juicy beef, crunchy broccoli, and mixed with a delicious teriyaki sauce. Serve with a bowl of rice and your dinner is ready!
- Pesto Pasta: This creamy pesto pasta is sure to please every palate in the house. Heat up a pot of cooked pasta, mix in a store-bought pesto sauce, and serve with a side of vegetables. It can be on the table in under 30 minutes.
- Fish and Chips: Who doesn’t love a good fish and chips dinner? Fried to perfection, the freshly battered fish is served with a side of chips. Add a few condiments and it’s an enjoyable dinner for the whole family.
These are just a few of the many delicious dinner recipes that the entire family can enjoy. With a few simple ingredients, you can be sure to have a meal that everyone can get behind. Have fun exploring different dinner recipes and remember to make meals that everyone will enjoy!
2. Tasty yet Nutritious Options for Kids
Getting kids to eat healthily can sometimes be a struggle. To help make things more palatable, it’s important to introduce tasty yet nutritious options that will appeal to young palates. Here are some great ideas to get you started.
Whole-grain varieties
Rather than white bread or sugary cereals, why not try whole-grain varieties? Whole-grain bread, such as whole wheat, is high in fiber, as is brown rice – a great alternative to white rice. Look for crackers and cereal with 100% whole grain as the first ingredient.
Vegetables for snacks
Children often need mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks to fuel them through the day. Vegetables are a fantastic option. Carrots, celery, cucumber, capsicum and snow peas can all be cut into tasty finger-food sizes. Serve them with a nutritious dip, such as hummus, cottage cheese or guacamole.
Protein rich dishes
Protein helps to build strong, healthy bodies and minds, so include a range of protein-rich foods in kids’ meals. Some great sources of protein include:
- chicken
- turkey
- fish
- beans
- tofu
- yoghurt
- eggs
- nuts
These can all be prepared in a variety of creative ways, ensuring meals never become boring.
Healthy desserts
There’s no reason why kids can’t indulge in a sweet treat every now and then. When they do, try to look for healthier alternatives. Instead of store-bought ice-cream, for example, you could try making a delicious homemade sorbet, using frozen fruit and a dollop of yoghurt. Or why not make mini trifles using natural yoghurt, seasonal berries and a few crushed nuts?
3. Get Creative in the Kitchen With These Healthy Recipes
Sometimes it can be hard to choose from the plethora of seemingly healthy recipes out there, let alone get creative in the kitchen. But never fear – sustainable and delicious meals are possible. Using these simple healthy recipes you can transform ordinary items into amazing dishes.
Veggie and Tempeh Salad
A great veggie-base lunch or dinner is a veggie and tempeh salad. All you need is tempeh, tomatoes, mixed greens, carrots, green pepper, avocado, and a salad dressing of your choice. Simply mix the ingredients together in a bowl and voilà – you’re done! Get creative in the kitchen by adding any other veggies you like to reach 5 a day.
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Sometimes finding creative healthy recipes that are also family friendly can be tricky. But never fear – this stuffed sweet potato dish is sure to impress the whole family. All you need is black beans, sweet potato, tomato, spinach, and Spanish smoked paprika. Start by baking the sweet potato, mix your ingredients together in a bowl, and then stuff the sweet potatoes with the mix. Sprinkle some paprika on top and you’re done!
Green Bean and Tomato Stir Fry
A great addition to any meal is a green bean and tomato stir fry. All you need to make it is:
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 350g green beans, chopped
- 400g tinned tomatoes
Start by heating the oil in a large pan and adding the garlic. Fry this for a few minutes until it’s golden. Then add the tomato paste, paprika, chopped green beans and tinned tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes. Enjoy it as a nutritious and delicious side dish.
4. Simple Meal Prep for Healthier Mealtime Choices
Meal prepping is an easy and effective way to establish healthier meal choices and ensure all family members have nutritious meals each day. The following tips can help you stay organized, make meal planning easier, and save you time.
- Prep Your Groceries: Make sure to have all necessary items in your pantry before your weekly shop. Check your recipe list, compose a grocery list and check everything off as you go.
- Organize Your Pantry: Keeping food items grouped together by type or ingredients can help you keep track of what you use. Doing so makes it easier to view what items you need to buy in future grocery trips.
- Choose Recipes: Pick meals that you know will last multiple days, and use dishes that can have the same ingredients or those that can be used in multiple recipes. You could also have two or three days in a week designated as meatless meals.
- Make a Grocery List: Once you have all the necessary ingredients, compos a grocery list which includes all the ingredients required for all meals. Keep this list handy for future shopping.
By meal prepping in this way, you will save time in the kitchen as most of the ingredients would already be ready for cooking. As for storing food, you can ensure your ingredients stay fresh longer by using airtight containers in the refrigerator – but be sure to label and organize them.
Finally, try to mix things up as much as possible – if you’re getting the same items or ingredients over and over again, you risk getting bored of them. Try making new recipes often and pair them with sides you know you like, for a delightful and balanced meal.
The world is your oyster when it comes to creating delicious, healthy meals your family will love. Serve up juicy, nutritious recipes everybody can enjoy, and you’ll be sure to build a healthier family each and every mealtime. Bon appétit!