12 Nutritious, Delicious + Kid-Approved Recipes

We obsess about how important healthy eating is for us, but there are a few other people who rely on us to keep them eating well, too… our children! Making sure kids eat what's good for them can be difficult since foods packed with nutrition don't always please their tastebuds. But teaching kids healthy habits early on will make them want to eat healthy food later, which is a win for everyone. Here are 12 fabulous recipes to keep your kids happy and eating what is good, not just what tastes good.

Vegan BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches

This sandwich is a great dupe for the real deal in a handheld vegan package. (via Brit + Co)

Apple Cheddar Waffles

Take sweet and savory to a whole new level with these apple cheddar waffles; we promise your kiddos will love every bite. (via Brit + Co)

Vegetarian Pigs in a Blanket

This base of crescent rolls, cheese, and breakfast sausages are so yummy that your kids won’t even notice they’re eating veggie links. (via Brit + Co)

Whole30 Animal-Style Burgers

Make sure to use high quality minced meat for healthier burgers. You can also substitute beef for chicken or lamb. (via Brit + Co)

Paleo Air Fried Chicken Tenders

Less oil and no frying means your kids can eat as many of their favorite chicken nuggets as they want. Well, sort of. (via Brit + Co)

Thick Cut Oven Fries

Here’s another no-fry situation that leaves everyone, and their stomachs, happy. (via Brit + Co/America’s Test Kitchen)

5-Ingredient Bean Burgers

Beans are a good source of protein, and mixed with walnuts and cilantro they create a consistency that’s a perfect substitute for burger meat. (via Brit + Co)

Chicken Pineapple Skewers

Yawn, chicken can get oh-so-boring. Add some pineapple and a coconut peanut sauce to add some flare. (via Brit + Co)

Ham + Broccoli Grilled Cheese

This recipe turns a grilled cheese sandwich into a filling meal with its nutritious ingredients like vegetables, instead of leaving your kids to fill up on cheese. (via Cooking Classy)

Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries

Wondering how to introduce different vegetables to your kids? Like this! (via Damn Delicious)

Chia Yogurt Power Bowls

If you can sneak all these healthy seeds and fruit in into yogurt, you rule. (via Fit Foodie Finds)

Superfood Egg Sandwich

Boiled eggs are a handy thing to keep available in the fridge. You can pull 'em out and whip up this yummy dish in just a matter of minutes. (via Brit + Co)

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