Healthy & Kid-Friendly Recipes: 21 Quick Ideas for Busy Moms & Dads

Peanut Butter Banana Roll-ups

• 1 whole wheat tortilla
• 2 tbsp peanut butter
• 1 banana

Spread peanut butter on the tortilla, place the banana in the center, and roll it up. Slice into bite-sized pieces.

Fruit Kabobs

• Assorted fruits (grapes, strawberries, pineapple, melon)
• Wooden skewers
• Thread fruit onto skewers and serve chilled.

Veggie Hummus Cups

• Mini bell peppers or small cucumbers (halved)
• Hummus

Fill each veggie half with hummus and serve.

Greek Yogurt Parfait

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup granola
• 1/2 cup mixed berries

Layer yogurt, granola, and berries in a cup or bowl.

Apple Sandwiches

• 1 apple (cored and sliced)
• Peanut butter
• Granola

Spread peanut butter between apple slices and sprinkle with granola.

Mini Pita Pizzas

• Mini whole wheat pitas
• Pizza sauce
• Mozzarella cheese
• Assorted veggies

Top pitas with sauce, cheese, and veggies. Bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

Turkey and Cheese Roll-ups

• Sliced turkey
• Sliced cheese
• Lettuce

Roll up turkey, cheese, and lettuce, and secure with a toothpick.

Ants on a Log

• Celery stalks
• Cream cheese or peanut butter
• Raisins

Fill celery with cream cheese or peanut butter and top with raisins.

Carrot and Cucumber Sushi

• 1 cup cooked sushi rice
• 1 cucumber (julienned)
• 1 carrot (julienned)
• Nori sheets

Place rice, cucumber, and carrot on a nori sheet, and roll tightly. Slice into pieces.

Ham and Cheese Quesadilla

• 1 whole wheat tortilla
• Sliced ham
• Shredded cheese

Place ham and cheese on half of the tortilla and fold. Heat in a pan until cheese melts.

Baked Sweet Potato Fries

• 1 sweet potato (cut into fries)
• Olive oil
• Salt

Toss sweet potato fries in olive oil, salt, and bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes.

Fruit and Yogurt Dip

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp honey
• Assorted fruit

Combine yogurt and honey. Serve with fruit for dipping.

Cheese and Cracker Bites

• Whole grain crackers
• Sliced cheese
• Sliced cucumber

Top crackers with cheese and cucumber.

Rainbow Fruit Salad

• Assorted fruits
• Lemon juice
• Honey

Combine fruits, lemon juice, and honey. Serve chilled.

Veggie Pinwheels

• 1 whole wheat tortilla
• Cream cheese
• Assorted veggies

Spread cream cheese on tortilla, layer with veggies, and roll tightly. Slice into pieces.

Tomato Mozzarella Skewers

• Cherry tomatoes
• Mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze

Thread tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil onto skewers. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Mini Omelette Cups

• Eggs (beaten)
• Chopped veggies
• Shredded cheese

Combine ingredients and pour into greased muffin tin. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.

Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

• 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
• 1/8 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• Salt and pepper
• Lettuce leaves

Mix chicken, celery, and Greek yogurt. Season with salt and pepper. Serve in lettuce leaves as wraps.

Banana Oat Pancakes

• 1 ripe banana (mashed)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Mix ingredients and cook on a greased griddle or pan, flipping when bubbles appear.

Tuna and Avocado Stuffed Mini Peppers

• 1 can tuna (drained)
• 1 avocado (mashed)
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• Mini bell peppers (halved)

Mix tuna, avocado, and Greek yogurt. Fill pepper halves with the mixture.

Smoothie Bowl

• 1 cup frozen mixed berries
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk (any type)
• Toppings (granola, nuts, fruit)

Blend berries, yogurt, and milk until smooth. Pour into a bowl and add desired toppings.