5 Creative Ways to Hide Veggies in Kids’ Food

Getting your kids to eat their veggies can be a struggle, but there are some easy, delicious recipes you can use to hide the veggies in their favorite foods. Here are five ideas to get you started:

1. Veggie-Loaded Mac and Cheese

Your kids won’t even know there’s a full cup of spinach hidden in this yummy, cheesy mac and cheese. All you need is a box of macaroni and cheese, one cup of cooked spinach, two tablespoons of butter, ¼ cup of milk, and ¼ cup of shredded cheese. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions and then add the spinach, butter, milk, and cheese. Stir everything together until the cheese is melted, and you’ve got a delicious and veggie-filled meal.

2. Veggie Burgers

Veggie burgers aren’t just for vegetarians. In fact, they’re an easy and flavorful way to get your kids to eat their veggies. Start with a store-bought veggie burger patty and add your own ingredients, like grated carrots, onions, peppers, and garlic. Serve the burgers in buns with all the fixings, and they’ll never guess there’s a veggie-filled patty inside.

3. Veggie Pizza

Who doesn’t love pizza? Make your own pizza dough or use a store-bought version and top it with your favorite pizza sauce. Then, add lots of grated or chopped veggies like onions, peppers, mushrooms, and spinach. Top with cheese and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Your kids will enjoy this veggie-filled pizza and won’t even know there are veggies inside.

4. Veggie-Filled Quesadillas

Quesadillas are a great way to sneak some veggies into your kids’ meals. Start with a whole wheat tortilla and spread on your favorite cheese. Top with grated carrots, onions, peppers, and mushrooms. Then, top with another tortilla and cook in a lightly-oiled skillet for two minutes per side. Serve with salsa and sour cream for a delicious, veggie-filled meal.

5. Veggie-Loaded Soup

Soups are an easy way to add lots of veggies to your kids’ diet without them even knowing. Start by sautéing some onions and garlic in a pot until they’re soft. Add a can of your favorite some broth and bring to a boil. Then, add chopped carrots, celery, potatoes, and any other veggies you like. Simmer the soup for 30 minutes and then season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with a sprinkle of cheese and your kids will never know it’s packed with veggies.

These are just a few ideas for sneaking veggies into your kids’ meals. With a little creativity, you can make delicious, veggie-filled meals that your kids will love.

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