The health of your child is the most important thing in the world, so it is only normal you should be interested in ensuring that he/she eats right. When it comes to snacks, the world is full of temptations – the supermarket shelves are full of potato chips, cookies, and other unhealthy snacks. The good news is that you do not have to buy these snacks; there are healthy and easy snacks that you can prepare for your children, in the comfort of your own home. So, keep on reading and discover a couple of interesting suggestions.

#1 Rainbow fruit skewers

Kids love colors, and rainbow fruit skewers are nothing but colorful. Moreover, this snack provides you with a great opportunity to introduce your children to a wide range of delicious fruits. If you want, you can involve your kids in the making process; these skewers are easy to make. These are the fruits that you are going to require: raspberries, strawberries, tangerines, mango, pineapple, kiwi, grapes (red and green) and blueberries. Arrange the fruit pieces in the form of a rainbow on the skewers and serve. Enjoy!

#2 Yoghurt with fruits and nuts

When it comes to easy healthy meals, this stands at the top of the list. It is packed with vitamins and minerals, not to mention it represents a good source of proteins. This snack can give your kid energy, representing the perfect alternative to sugary cereals. These are the ingredients you are going to require: mixed nuts, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, banana, berries and vanilla-flavored yogurt. Pour the yogurt into a bowl, adding the rest of the ingredients on top. Serve and enjoy!

#3 Pita bread with turkey and bell peppers

If you are looking for a more nutritious snack, the pita bread with turkey and bell peppers is a great choice. It is easy to make, and it has a delicious taste, being perfect as an afternoon snack. These are the ingredients that you are going to require: olive oil, turkey breast steak, chili flakes, red & yellow bell peppers, spring onions, avocado, coriander leaves, pita bread and sour cream. As a first step, you will have to cook the turkey breast in a heated pan, using the olive oil and adding chili flakes. Add the bell peppers, spring onions and season with salt and pepper. Add them into the pita, followed by the avocado and coriander. Garnish with sour cream, serve and enjoy!

#4 Flapjacks

Flapjacks are snacks that all children love, but the ingredients required are not that healthy. The good news is that there are healthier versions that you can prepare, such as the one you are reading right now. These are the ingredients you are going to require: dates, spread, agave syrup, dried apricots, toasted hazelnuts, mixed seeds, raisins and porridge oat. Process the dates and mix them with the agave syrup and spread; heat the mixture in a pan and add the remaining ingredients. Cook the flapjacks into the oven, until they are golden brown. Serve and enjoy!

#5 Toast with turkey and avocado

The toast with turkey and avocado is not only a delicious snack but also a great source of omega 3 fatty acids. Rich in proteins and other beneficial substances, it will give your kid the energy he/she needs for some afternoon fun. These are the ingredients that you will require: avocado, lime juice, ciabatta bread and turkey. Begin preparing this recipe by mashing the avocado into a pulp, mixing it with the lime juice and seasoning it with salt and pepper. Spread the avocado mixture on the toast, topping it off with the turkey slices. Serve and enjoy!

#6 Mango & banana smoothie

Smoothies are delicious to taste and a good way to accustom your children to new tastes. Moreover, they are quite easy to prepare, requiring only a blender or a food processor. These are the ingredients you are going to require: medium-sized mango, banana, orange juice and ice cubes (optional). Begin by cutting and peeling the mango, cutting it into chunks. Peel the banana and chop it into slices. As the last step, place all of the ingredients into the blender and process everything until you obtain a smooth texture. Serve and enjoy!

#7 Apple crunch

There is nothing that children love more than peanut butter. A healthy, delicious snack can be prepared with only two simple ingredients, meaning apples and peanut butter. This snack provides your children with vitamins and minerals, not to mention a good source of proteins. It is recommended to use unsalted peanut butter, preferably organic. For this snack, cut the apple into slices and spread the peanut butter on top of them. Serve and enjoy!

These are some of the healthy and easy snacks that you can prepare for your children. As you have seen, these do not require too much time to be made, and they represent an excellent alternative to the snacks you can usually find at the supermarket. It is important to accustom your children to healthy snacks, to support their general well-being. A great snack can be prepared from fresh fruits, or as a combination of lean meat and veggies. Avoid giving your children sugary snacks or junk food as snack – this will only increase the risk of obesity and cardiovascular disease. And, remember, children need physical activity on a regular basis, to stay healthy.

References:

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/packages/recipes-for-kids/healthy-meals-for-kids/10-surprisingly-healthy-snacks-for-kids

http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/collections/kids-healthy-snacks

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