Toddler Recipes: 1-3 Years Old

Feeding a toddler can be tricky at the best of times. Sometimes, it helps to have a few tried-and-true recipes for young toddlers under your belt. That’s where we come in. Here are our best toddler food recipes for 1-year-olds and 2-year-olds, as well as the whole family. Not only are these recipes delicious, we’ve covered all the food groups your little one needs nutritionally, setting them up to be a healthy and happy eater for years to come. Being easy to prepare, these are perfect for busy families.

Mashed sweet potatoes sit beside broccoli and snow peas on a white plate decorated with colorful polka dots.12 Months +

Sweet Potato and Hummus

200g medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped 2 tsp hummus 400g canned chickpeas in water (drained and rinsed) 2 tbsp tahini 2 tbsp lemon …
White bowl with cooked beans in red sauce, parsley garnish, on white plate on wooden table with checkered dish towel.12 Months +

Bean Stew

1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion finely chopped ½ cup mushrooms, chopped 1 zucchini chopped 2 x 400g canned diced tomatoes (salt reduced) 400g can …
White bowl with chickpea and tomato stew, spinach garnish, on blue-and-white striped cloth on white wooden surface.12 Months +

Curried Chickpeas

1 onion, finely diced 1 carrot, chopped 400g can chickpeas in water drained and rinsed 2 x 400g canned diced tomatoes (salt reduced) 1 …
Two blue bowls filled with lentil soup are placed on a tabletop beside two spoons, bread pieces, and greens in the background.12 Months +

Lentil Curry

1 onion, finely diced 1 stick of celery, finely chopped 1 carrot, chopped 400g can green lentils in water drained and rinsed 2 x …
Two small, colorful appetizers arranged on a white plate, set against a vibrant red background. Each appetizer contains chopped vegetables and greens, topped with grated cheese.12 Months +

Vegetarian Mini Pizzas

2 small sweet potatoes, sliced into thick rounds (300g) ¼ cup finely chopped mushroom ½ cup red and green grated capsicum 1 tsp …
Blue bowl holding white dumplings surrounding a center of orange sauce topped with shredded cheese, placed on a white surface with a blurred background.12 Months +

Gnocchi

2 potatoes, peeled ¼ cup plain flour 1 egg yolk 2 cups pumpkin, chopped ½ onion ½ cup reduced salt vegetable stock ½ cup smooth ricotta 1 …
Three fried patties stacked, one partly eaten, garnished with green leaves, placed on a white reflective surface against a plain white background.12 Months +

Veggie Patties

1 eggplant, peeled and cubed ¾ cup rice, cooked 1 small carrot, grated 1 small zucchini grated 1tsp olive oil 1 tbsp water 3 tbsp plain …
Bowl of chili with shredded cheese on yellow surface, blurred background with ingredients.12 Months +

Pumpkin Baked Beans

½ cup pumpkin, chopped and steamed ½ cup canned or pre-cooked kidney beans 1 tomato, diced 1 tbsp cheese, grated …
Two white bowls of creamy soup with vegetables and meat, placed on a blue and white checkered cloth, accompanied by two metal spoons.12 Months +

Potato and Leek Soup

1 tbsp reduced salt butter or margarine 1 tbsp olive oil 2 leeks, thinly sliced 1 onion, finely chopped 1 clove of garlic, finely …