3 Healthy Recipes to Make in the New Year with your Child

With the new year comes new goals and for many families, eating healthier is something they would like to implement. Whether that is by incorporating more fruits and vegetables or aiming to cook more at home, there are many ways to introduce healthy eating into your family’s routine. Eating healthy can be easy and the start of that is having the right tools to help you do so. See our three favorite healthy recipes that are parent and kid approved to start your year right!  

Banana Pancakes  

This yummy breakfast treat is perfectly sweet and a great go-to meal before school. Packed with potassium and fiber, these pancakes are sure to keep your children full and focused while learning. Pro tip: try topping the pancakes with seasonal fruit to make breakfast even more fun!  

Hidden Veggie Pizza Bread  

These hidden veggie pizza breads are customizable and filled with an abundance of nutrients (the secret is in the sauce 😉). This meal is easily reheated and can even be transported, making it a great option for school lunches. You can even invite your child to help add the toppings, making the pizza truly theirs!  

Veggie Macaroni and Cheese  

This unassuming mac and cheese is actually filled with fiber and nutrients thanks to the veggie cheese sauce. The best part? This meal is adaptable to the season and can incorporate different vegetables such as sweet potato or bell pepper. Who knew vegetables could taste this good? Pro tip: use protein pasta to add even more nutrients to this meal! 

For more healthy eating tips, visit https://www.valleychildrens.org/services/nutrition.