Getting kids to eat their fruits and vegetables can be difficult. However, it is crucial to their development that they are getting the proper amount of fruits and veggies in their diet. If you are lucky, your child might like a handful of healthy options. A lot of parents just aren’t that lucky and have to get creative when it comes to getting their kids to eat healthily. If you are looking for some healthy kids’ snacks, here are just a few to try:
1. Smoothies
Making your child a smoothie is a great way to sneak in extra foods that they might not like. There are so many different variations when it comes to making a smoothie. Another thing that makes smoothies so great for children is the fact that you can make them bright and vibrant colors, which makes them much more enjoyable to drink.
2. Fruit kabobs
Fruit kabobs are another way to encourage your kid to eat more fruits. They are super fun and colorful. It is super easy to customize them and make them a way that you know your child will enjoy.
3. Mini pizzas
What child doesn’t enjoy pizza? Making these mini pizzas is a great alternative to unhealthy, greasy ones that you can have delivered. All you have to do is take an English muffin (whole wheat if you want), put some marinara sauce on it, with low-fat cheese and any extra toppings they might like. Then, put it in the oven just long enough to melt the cheese and warm the muffin.
4. Parfaits
These might sound a little fancy but they are one of the best energizing snacks for kids. The yogurt of the parfait will give them healthy probiotics, which will help with their digestive health. The fruit has numerous different benefits and is an easy way to customize these parfaits. You will add in some granola as well, which will help keep them full for a while.
5. Healthy banana splits
Not a banana split that has tons of sugar and ice cream. These are a super easy and healthy alternative for the traditional sugary treat. All you have to do is peel and split a banana long-ways down the middle. Then, fill it with your tops. They could be yogurt, nuts, chocolate chips, marshmallows, the possibilities are endless!
6. Trail mix
Just like smoothies, there are so many different variations to trail mix, it is hard to get tired of it. You can buy it premade or if you are looking for an activity to do as a family, make it together. There are a lot of different ingredients that can go into trail mix, so just pick out what you think your children would like.
