Recipes: Snacks
Carrot Animal Crackers
Kristin O'Connor
Here is a healthier spin on a kid-friendly classic that is sure to please the whole family.Alphabet Soup
Tamra Davis
My kids instantly recognize those Alphabet Soup TV commercials and ask for it. Luckily, they think my simple Alphabet Soup is the same thing they see on TV. I often make this when my kids feel under the weather and need something comforting.Brown Rice and Tofu Salad
Chef Ann Cooper
This is a wonderful way to add a whole grain into your child’s diet. Serve it as a side dish in a boxed lunch or add grilled chicken or shrimp to make an entrée.Banana Bread Two Ways
Whole Foods Market
We're happy to feature Whole Foods Market's fantastic video series, Secret Ingredient. Each episode highlights a different ingredient as the focus of a healthy, simple meal, making dinnertime effortless.Super Guacamole
Corey and Lynn Colwell
This recipe is easy to whip up and great as a dip or topping. Try it on foods your kids are not so enthusiastic about, like salads or roasted veggies, or served plain with veggie chips or carrot sticks.Portobello “Philly Cheese Steak” Sandwich
EatingWell
Cheese steaks are a Philadelphia tradition, but here we’ve replaced the beef with delicious vegetables that cut down the fat considerably—but not the taste.Kaleafornian Smoothie
Lynn and Corey Colwell
This power smoothie feeds your family a rainbow of colorful and nutritious foods as a yummy drink that’s sure to please all.Shrimp Lettuce Wraps and Spring Rolls
Whole Foods Market
We're happy to feature Whole Foods Market's fantastic video series, Secret Ingredient. Each episode highlights a different ingredient as the focus of a healthy, simple meal, making dinnertime effortless.Pumpkin Pecan Ginger Scones
Anna Getty
These scones celebrate the spicy and earthy flavor of pumpkin pie. I love serving them to my family on the day after Christmas.Watermelon Popsicles
Earthbound Farm
Fun to make and even better to eat on a hot summer day! The mini chocolate chips mimic watermelon seeds, and a topping of lime sherbet imitates the rind.
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