If you’re looking for healthy side dishes for kids, you’re in the right place! Especially for picky kids who are unsure about trying new things, it can be really helpful to offer them healthy, nutritious sides with familiar flavors.
This 5-ingredient mac and cheese tastes amazing, yet it so much healthier than the prepackaged options at the store and takes just 20 minutes!
These homemade veggie tots contain several types of vegetables and have tons of flavor. Serve these instead of regular tater tots or fries!
This 4-ingredient pasta salad is overflowing with fresh flavors thanks to the pesto, parmesan, and fresh tomatoes. This side dish can become a complete meal with a little protein, too!
One of my favorite kid-friendly side dishes is these mashed sweet potato fritters They’re lightly sweetened from the sweet potatoes and apples and are held together with oat flour and a little egg. They’re delicious with some scrambled eggs or with some chicken nuggets!Â
Once you have a few healthy side dishes you know your family loves, it’ll be easier than ever to throw together nutritious meals every day!
Need some easy meal ideas? Grab a copy of The Busy Mom’s Freezer Meal Survivial Guide with 30 easy crockpot freezer meals that are kid-tested and approved!
I get it. Feeding kids can be tough.
I’ve learned that the key to getting kids to try new foods is to keep it fresh and exciting, get them involved, and inject a little enthusiasm and creativity into how you serve them up. Above all else, don’t give up. If you’re serving balanced meals and snacks throughout the day, then you’re doing a good job!
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