March 12, 2010 7:24 pm

Hide and Seek: Getting Kids to Eat Their Veggies

We all know it's not easy to get kids to eat their vegetables or other nutritious foods. If you really want them to get the good stuff, you have to be creative. One way to get them to eat is to hide it in the things that they love. Try the smoothie. They are filling and you can really pack in a lot of nutrients and flavor in one terrific shake. They are also super convenient so a blender is an excellent investment. Tip: Try combining tomatoes or cucumbers with berries, apples or bananas. Use more of the fruit and the taste of the vegetable is minimal. We love this smoothie base that can be modified with a hint of veggie or even a little protein, like peanut or almond butter. Toss in some whole milk or frozen yogurt and your little one has a perfect breakfast to start their day.

Another option is to hide nutritious foods inside other foods when cooking. The next time you make mashed potatoes, add a cup of cauliflower and mix them together. Most kids also love carrots. Trick: Try cooking the carrot and toss in some turnip that has a bitter flavor. The sweetness of the carrot will overpower it. Get in the kitchen and experiment. You would be surprised would you can hide and your child will never seek.

Photo credit: http://health.more4kids.info/

— Written by Jennifer Ambrose

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