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Eaters","10-kid-friendly-meals-picky-eaters-dinnertime","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/10-kid-friendly-meals-picky-eaters-dinnertime/","/blog/10-kid-friendly-meals-picky-eaters-dinnertime/","2024-10-14T11:56:07","2024-10-14T15:56:15","\u003Cp>When your household has a picky eater — or two or three! — providing a balanced, nutritious, and flavorful dinner can feel like it’s mission impossible. If you’re tired of offering the same-old, same-old with little success, try out our 10 kid-friendly meals for picky eaters at dinnertime. At least a few of these nutritious, creative, kid-friendly meals for picky eaters are sure to turn “Ew, yuck” into “More, please!”\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Our Favorite Meals for Picky Eaters\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Here are some of our favorite dinner ideas for picky toddlers.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18084 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"meals for picky eaters\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>1. Baked Potato Bar\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a serve-yourself \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://feednutrition.com/recipe/baked-potato-bar/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baked potato bar\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your little ones can assemble their own dinner creations! Skip the butter, bacon, and sour cream, and instead set out healthy toppings like low-fat cheese, ground turkey, black beans, and steamed broccoli. This option puts plenty of nutritious offerings on the table while inspiring a bit of creativity and independence.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>2. Pizza Pockets\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Everyone loves pizza, and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus?navItem=heatable-meals#product-cheese-pizza-pockets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nurture Life’s Cheese Pizza Pockets\u003C/a> provide a delicious and convenient dinner option! The pockets are filled with mozzarella, ricotta, and a delicious marinara sauce blended with butternut squash for extra nutrition. We recommend pairing this dish with broccoli for a fiber boost.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>3. Mac & Cheese With Cauliflower\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-31201 aligncenter\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/02-Mac-and-Cheese-rev02.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/02-Mac-and-Cheese-rev02.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/02-Mac-and-Cheese-rev02-300x125.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/02-Mac-and-Cheese-rev02-1024x427.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/02-Mac-and-Cheese-rev02-768x320.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>A nutritious twist on one of the most kid-friendly meals, \u003Ca href=\"https://account.nurturelife.com/meal/mac-cheese-with-carrot-cauliflower\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nurture Life’s Mac & Cheese With Cauliflower\u003C/a> features pureed cauliflower for an extra measure of fiber and vitamins. Your little ones will love the familiar flavor and texture of cheesy macaroni without even realizing that the veggies are there!\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>4. Chicken Fajitas\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build your own \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sheet-pan-chicken-fajitas-231967\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chicken fajitas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with succulent roast chicken, lightly charred onion,s and sweet bell peppers. This recipe uses a sheet pan, so all you have to do is place the ingredients on a pan and let them roast to perfection! For extra-crunchy goodness, swap the tortillas for \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/healthy-kid-friendly-junk-food-alternatives/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">homemade black bean chips\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>5. White Bean Burgers\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>White bean burgers \u003Ca href=\"https://tinandthyme.uk/2023/04/white-bean-burgers/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">incorporate plenty of protein\u003C/a>, fiber, and nutrients without a ton of meal prep. Using canned beans and flavorful spices, these simple meatless burgers can be dressed up with low-fat cheese, fresh tomatoes, and your kids’ favorite sauces.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>6. Peas & Cheese Tortellini\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Combining bright English peas with a mixed veggie Bolognese, \u003Ca href=\"https://account.nurturelife.com/meal/cheesy-tortellini-with-veggie-bolognese\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nurture Life’s Peas & Cheese Tortellini\u003C/a> is packed with hearty yet familiar flavors. The bite-sized tortellini is also great to serve with cute character food picks, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/blog/category/activities/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">creating fun activities around food\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>7. Veggie Wraps\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Another low-prep, assemble-yourself option, \u003Ca href=\"https://kitchenconfidante.com/vegetarian-sandwich-veggie-wraps-recipe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">veggie wraps\u003C/a> let your kids select their favorite toppings. Saute tofu with sliced carrots or other \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/blog/fall-vegetables-kid-friendly/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kid-friendly vegetables\u003C/a>, and then set out crispy lettuce cups and crushed peanuts for a fun, DIY meal.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>8. Chicken Bites, Mashed Yams & Green Beans\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Chicken nuggets are practically synonymous with kid-friendly meals, and this \u003Ca href=\"https://account.nurturelife.com/meal/roasted-chicken-breast-mashed-yams-french-green-beans-with-pepita-salsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nurture Life meal\u003C/a> balances nutrition and taste. Instead of deep-fried, our chicken bites are oven-roasted until crispy and served with delectable mashed yams and French green beans.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>9. Breakfast for Dinner\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporating fun is always one of the best ways to win over picky eaters — so why not surprise your kids by serving breakfast for dinner? Invite them to help prepare their own \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://weelicious.com/2009/05/03/egg-in-the-hole/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">egg-in-a-hole\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> using whole-wheat toast.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently recommended by Nurture Life’s pediatric registered dietitian, Lara Field, eggs are rich in B vitamins and one of our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/superfoods-for-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite superfoods for kids\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>10. Beef Kofta\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A type of Mediterranean meatball, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://weelicious.com/2016/05/05/beef-kofta-recipe/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beef kofta\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are lightly spiced and served with a side of calcium-rich Greek yogurt. For extra fiber and lean protein, consider reducing the meat and substituting plant-based proteins such as lentils or mushrooms.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It takes time to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/navigating-picky-eating/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">successfully navigate picky eating\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but with some effort and consistency, your child’s finicky habits \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> be overcome. Start by trying out some of our \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">picky eater dinner ideas\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> above, and your kids’ evolving tastes may just surprise you.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if your little one is still hesitating to take a bite, Nurture Life has freshly made, \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kid-friendly meals\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to meet your child’s taste preferences. With balanced meals that can be prepped in 1 minute, you and your picky eater can always feel good about dinnertime.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Exploring New Ingredients for Picky Eaters\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>A significant part of overcoming picky eating at dinnertime involves slowly introducing new ingredients. While it can be challenging at first, it is worth it for your kids to become familiar with whole, healthy foods. Try introducing these foods:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Spinach: \u003C/strong>Spinach contains folate, vitamin C, calcium, iron, antioxidants, and fiber. Eating spinach \u003Ca href=\"https://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-spinach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">is good for brain\u003C/a>, gut, and vision health. You can introduce spinach by adding it to staples like pancakes, smoothies, pasta, mashed potatoes, muffins, and scrambled eggs.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Sweet red peppers:\u003C/strong> Sweet \u003Ca href=\"https://health.clevelandclinic.org/red-pepper-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">red peppers contain vitamins\u003C/a> A, C, E, B6, and B9 (folate). They also contain potassium and manganese. You can roast and stuff them or dice them finely to add to bolognese and other sauces.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Quinoa:\u003C/strong> Quinoa \u003Ca href=\"https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/food-features/quinoa/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contains all nine essential amino acids\u003C/a>, making it a complete protein. A great way to introduce quinoa is to make nuggets with Greek yogurt, eggs, and cheese.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Sweet potatoes:\u003C/strong> Sweet potatoes are a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/sweet-potato-benefits#nutritional-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">source of vitamins A\u003C/a>, C, and B6. They’re also rich in fiber, manganese, copper, and potassium. Making sweet potato fries is a simple way to introduce this nutritious ingredient!\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Zucchini: \u003C/strong>Zucchini offers iron, copper, potassium, riboflavin, and manganese. It \u003Ca href=\"https://health.clevelandclinic.org/zucchini-health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">also contains vitamins C\u003C/a>, B6, and B9! You can make zucchini noodles or add it to a simple stew to introduce it to your kids.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2>Easy Picky Eater Solutions to Make Dinnertime Enjoyable\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Preparing dinners for picky eaters can feel overwhelming — especially as you try to introduce new foods. A few easy tips can make introducing new ingredients a positive experience for you and your kids:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Consider kid-friendly meal delivery services: \u003C/strong>If meal times are often stressful and chaotic, you could try a meal delivery service that specializes in kid-friendly options. At Nurture Life, we offer healthy meals, snacks, and smoothies created for babies and kids by chefs and registered dieticians. It’s the perfect way to provide fuss-free, good food.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Introduce ingredients one at a time: \u003C/strong>It is best to avoid overwhelming your child with several new ingredients at once. Try one new ingredient at a time to make meal times more manageable and enjoyable.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Start with small portions: \u003C/strong>Another way to ensure your kids aren’t overwhelmed by new foods is to offer small portions. For example, you can try one slice of red pepper at a time until your kids are ready for more.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Pair new foods with favorites:\u003C/strong> Trying new foods can be intimidating. One way to make new foods more appealing is to pair them with a favorite dish. For example, if your child loves pasta but refuses cheese, you could make the cheese more appealing by adding a grated spoonful to their favorite pasta.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Allow kids to play with their food: \u003C/strong>Contrary to what we usually teach at the dinner table, playing with food can be a good thing! Poking the food, pulling it apart, and moving it around the plate helps your kids familiarize themselves with the look, texture, and smell.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Rotate new ingredients: \u003C/strong>You can help your kids try new foods by following the rotation rule. This simple rule means that if your child loves carrots and eats them on Monday, then on Tuesday, they should have a new veggie before having carrots on Wednesday again!\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Offer full transparency:\u003C/strong> Transparency builds trust, which can help a child’s relationship with food. If your kids ask what the green bits in their mashed potatoes are, it is best to be honest and say that you added spinach. It may be challenging, but it will help you build trust.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Monitor snacks and drinks: \u003C/strong>One reason your kids may not be too keen on trying new foods is they have too many snacks and drinks during the day. This can affect their appetite to the point that they refuse new foods at meal times. You can try cutting back on snacks while you introduce new foods.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Make mealtimes family times:\u003C/strong> Kids can be quite sensitive to their environment, and dinner times that are shrouded in chaos, arguments, and TV distractions can make them reluctant to try new foods. Prioritizing family-orientated meal times without distractions is key for creating a positive and encouraging environment around food. You can make meals even more special by getting your kids to cook with you!\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Be patient: \u003C/strong>Healthy eating for picky eaters is entirely possible — it simply takes some patience and perseverance from the whole family. 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Each one of our meals is formulated with kids and picky eaters in mind, and it only takes a couple of minutes to have a delicious meal or snack for the whole family. They’re perfectly balanced with nutrients that your kids’ growing bodies and minds need, and they’re also flavored in ways that kids like. Explore \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our menus\u003C/a> today!\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cscript type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://www.nurturelife.com/blog/10-kid-friendly-meals-picky-eaters-dinnertime/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"10 Dinner Ideas for Picky Eaters\",\n  \"description\": \"When your household has a picky eater—or two or three!—providing a balanced, nutritious and flavorful dinner can feel like mission impossible. 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