Vegetable Recipes for Toddlers

Getting children to eat their veggies can be a formidable challenge for any parent. Whether you’ve tried a million times to sneak in some greens or you’re just looking for some fresh ideas, these healthy recipes for toddlers will have your little one devouring their vegetables in no time. For your toddler, vegetable recipes can be a delicious thing as you establish these nutrient-packed goodies as a staple in their diet. These recipes are easy to prepare and can be adapted to feed the whole family.

Bright bowl of mixed rice, vegetables, tofu/meat on orange tray, yellow spoon beside.12 Months +

Pork and Vegetable Curry
1 tbsp peanut oil 1 onion, thinly sliced ½ tsp cumin ½ tsp coriander ½ tsp turmeric 400g pork fillet, trimmed and cut into strips 8 …
Tortilla cones are filled with shredded carrots, lettuce, chicken pieces, and tomato slices. They are arranged on a colorful, patterned plate set on a wooden table.12 Months +

Mini Chicken Salad Wraps
1 whole grain wrap 1 tbsp hummus 30g chicken breast, cooked and sliced 1/4 cup grated carrot Cucumber, slices Tomato, slices Lettuce …
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 …
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 …