Getting kids to eat their greens can be tough, especially if you have picky eaters at home. That’s why health and wellness expert Rose Reisman is here to show you how to make a healthy snack the kids won’t hate: kale chips.
Reisman, an advocate for healthy eating for children in schools, has launched her Children’s Lunch Program to help children across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Watch the video above to get this quick, easy and delicious recipe.
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Kids' Snacks You Can Make In Less Than 5 Minutes
Toddler Trail Mix(01 of10)
This combination of seeds, nuts and dried fruit provides tons of minerals and protein, and comes together quickly. Get the kids involved by setting out a few ingredients in bowls so they can customize their own mix. And don’t forget to include some fresh fruit! Get the recipe: Happy Healthy Mama (credit:Happy Healthy Mama)
Amped-Up Apples(02 of10)
Boost the flavour of apples by tossing slices with a bit of ground cinnamon. Place peeled or unpeeled slices in a bowl, sprinkle some cinnamon on and toss to cover. This idea could also work with pear slices. Just remember: less is more here, as too much cinnamon might be overbearing. (credit:Our Bubble Life)
Bocconcini Bites(03 of10)
These tiny mozzarella balls are a fun snack on their own, but also work well with cherry tomatoes as a deconstructed caprese salad. Another option is to make little pizzas by topping mini pitas or English muffins with slices of bocconcini and tomatoes and heating them up in a toaster oven. If you're feeling ambitious and have more time, try these adorable mushrooms made with bocconcini and tomatoes. Get the recipe: Cup Of Sugar, Pinch Of Salt (credit:Cup Of Sugar, Pinch Of Salt)
Cracker Combos(04 of10)
Crackers, particularly whole grain or seed crackers, are a great snack base. Try spreading some goat or cream cheese on top of crackers and then topping that with dried cranberries or raisins for a great snack. Another option is cream cheese with apple or pear slices, topped with a wee drizzle of honey (my six-year-old came up with that last one, so it’s kid tested!). (credit:A Little Bit Crunchy)
Blueberry Dessert Pizza(05 of10)
Prep for this treat might go over the five-minute mark by a minute or two, but the snack is likely to be a hit and will hopefully get your kids to eat more fruit. Get the recipe: Blueberry Council (credit:Blueberry Council)
Turkey Cucumber Wheels(06 of10)
These quick-to-assemble snacks are a filling way to get three food groups into your kids. Feel free to switch out the turkey for whatever sliced meat your child prefers.Get the recipe: Cooking With My Kid (credit:Cooking With My Kid)
Toast Time!(07 of10)
Bread spread with softened, unsalted butter, topped with cinnamon and then toasted makes a comforting snack that comes together quickly. Serve alongside some fruit or top a slice of toasted bread with nut butter and banana slices. (credit:Well Plated)
Vanilla Honey Yogurt Dip(08 of10)
These fruit skewers look beautiful and delicious, but if you don't have time to make these, you can also just prepare a bowl of fruit to serve with this simple three-ingredient yogurt dip. The dip will jazz up the snack and help get in a serving of dairy products to your kids.Get the recipe: The Comfort Of Cooking (credit:The Comfort Of Cooking )
Chocolate Sandwich(09 of10)
This one is pure indulgence, but comes together really quickly. You could use dark chocolate to add more minerals like iron, manganese and magnesium to your child’s diet.Get the recipe: Indian Healthy Recipes (credit:Indian Healthy Recipes)
Bananatini(10 of10)
Tahini is a great source of calcium. Here, it’s spread over potassium-rich banana slices, drizzled with honey and then sprinkled with cinnamon for a snack that your child will hopefully gobble up. Get the recipe: Spice Spice Baby (credit:Spice Spice Baby)