Getting kids to eat their vegetables can sometimes be a challenge. But with a little creativity and a lot of love, you can prepare vegetable dishes that are not only nutritious but also delicious and kid-friendly. Here are some recipes that are sure to make your little ones ask for seconds.
1. Veggie Pizza
Ingredients:
1 pizza dough
1 cup of pizza sauce
2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup of chopped bell peppers
1 cup of chopped broccoli
1/2 cup of sliced olives
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle the cheese over the sauce.
Arrange the vegetables over the cheese.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and
the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
2. Rainbow Vegetable Skewers
Ingredients:
1 red bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 purple onion
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Instructions:
Preheat your grill to medium heat.
Cut the vegetables into 1-inch pieces.
Thread the vegetables onto skewers, alternating colors.
Brush the vegetables with olive oil and season with salt
and pepper.
Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the
vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
3. Veggie Fried Rice
Ingredients:
2 cups of cooked rice
1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
2 tablespoons of soy sauce
1 egg
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions:
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until
they are tender.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and crack
the egg into the other side. Scramble the egg and mix it with the vegetables.
Add the rice and soy sauce and stir everything together.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated
through.
Conclusion
These recipes are just a starting point. Feel free to get
creative and substitute your kids’ favorite vegetables. Remember, the goal is
to make vegetables fun and delicious so your kids will love eating them. Happy
cooking!
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