Here are some healthy snack ideas for kids that are perfect for Indian mothers, focusing on familiar ingredients and flavors:
1.Fruit and Yogurt Popsicles
- What You Need: Blended fruits, yogurt, and popsicle molds.
- How to Make It: Blend fruit with yogurt, pour into molds, and freeze for 4-6 hours
- Why it's healthy: these popsicles are packed with vitamins, protein and fiber
2.Layered yoghurt bowl
- What You Need: Greek yogurt, fresh berries, oats mix, and a drizzle of honey.
- How to Make It: Layer yogurt, berries, and oats mix in a cup or jar. Repeat layers for a layered effect.
- Why It’s Healthy: High in protein, antioxidants, and fiber.
3. Homemade Popcorn
- What You Need: Popcorn kernels, olive oil, and optional seasoning (like cinnamon or Parmesan).
- How to Make It: Pop kernels in a pot with olive oil and season as desired.
- Why It’s Healthy: A whole-grain snack that’s light and versatile.
4.Veggie Sticks with dips
- What You Need: Carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell peppers, and dips.
- How to Make It: Slice veggies into strips and serve with a scoop of hummus.
- Why It’s Healthy: Provides vitamins, fiber, and plant-based protein.
5.Layered yoghurt bowl
- What You Need: Greek yogurt, fresh berries, granola, and a drizzle of honey.
- How to Make It: Layer yogurt, berries, and oats mix in a cup or jar. Repeat layers for a layered effect.
- Why It’s Healthy: High in protein, antioxidants, and fiber.
6. Fruit Chaat
- What You Need: Fresh fruits like apple, pomegranate, papaya, and banana, chaat masala, black salt, and lemon juice.
- How to Make It: Toss the fruits with spices and lemon juice.
- Why It’s Healthy: A colorful and refreshing way for kids to enjoy fruits, loaded with vitamins and minerals.
7. Dhokla
- What You Need: Gram flour (Besan), yogurt, and Eno (a type of fruit salt), mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies.
- How to Make It: Steam the gram flour batter and top with a tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves.
- Why It’s Healthy: A light, protein-rich snack that’s steamed and flavorful.
8.Vegetable Paratha
- What You Need: Whole wheat flour, mixed vegetables (like carrot, spinach, and cauliflower), cumin, turmeric, and ghee or oil.
- How to Make It: Knead the dough with grated vegetables and spices, then cook on a tawa.
- Why It’s Healthy: Packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and an easy way to get veggies into your child's diet.
Author
Thanya N
Child Wellness and Nutrition consultant
Wellness Wayz
