A week of healthy meal ideas for kids (and grown-ups!)
who won’t eat anything.
My kids are certainly not grumpy about food.
They just want to be in control of what they put in their mouth.
Inevitably, frustration ensueson both sides of the argument.
So, how do you feed a hungry family healthy meals every night that satisfy everyone’s taste buds?
Give everyone choices without cooking four separate meals.
We also serve up classic kid favoriteslikechicken tendersandpizzawith a healthy twist.
But some picky eaters might struggle with the taste.
Or make your own chocolate milk, so you control the amount of sugar.
Use less and less chocolate each time to help wean your picky eater off the sweetness.
No two “picky eaters” have the same selective preferences.
A kid who hates salad one day could love it the next.
But hopefully, you’ll find some inspiration below to help keep you from becoming a short-order cook.
Picky-Eater Tip:Serve with a side of ketchup for dipping.
Whole-wheat noodles add fiber, while sharp Cheddar adds richness.
A hefty twist of black pepper balances the cheese’s salty tang.
Serve with simple roasted broccoli.
Mixing mashed canned beans with whole beans and seasonings makes an incredibly simple taco filling from your pantry.
Top these speedy five-ingredient tacos with lettuce, tomato and salsa or any of your favorite taco toppings.
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping, steamed green beans and quinoa.
You won’t believe how quick and easy it is to make this healthy pie.
Picky-Eater Tip:Make personal pizzas so everyone can choose their own toppings.
Picky-Eater Tip:Kids love dips!
Serve this meal with ranch dressing and ketchup and let them dip away.
Serve with a colorful coleslaw and mashed sweet potatoes.
Picky-Eater Tip:When kids are involved in making the meal, they’re more likely to eat it.
