20 Healthy Snacks for Picky Eaters
As a Registered Dietitian and a mother of a toddler I am constantly asked about my recommendations on kid friendly snacks. It is important to keep in mind that toddlers eat with their eyes first. In my experience I have learned that kids love bright colors, small packaged foods, and a variety of textures. Here is my top 20 list of healthy and tasty items. Happy snacking!
20 Healthy Snacks for Picky Eaters:
- Sunsweet plums- High in fiber,
antioxidants, and potassium - Brother’s All natural Fruit Crisps- contains 2 fruit servings per bag
- Fruit smoothie- Add avocado or spinach to make it a green smoothie
- Trader Joe’s fiberful ends and pieces fruit leather- High in fiber and carbs
- Graham cracker and yogurt sandwich (freeze)-Good combo of carb and protein
- Champion Chobani yogurt- High in protein and calcium and probiotics
- Probugs squeezer- High in protein and calcium and has 10 live active cultures (probiotics)
- Silk Pure Coconut- High in calcium, Vit D, B12, low in calories, lactose free
- Kozy shack cowrageous pudding- Good source of Vit A, D, calcium and fiber
- Trail mix- High calorie, High heart healthy fat, protein, and carb. Great source of calcium, folate, iron, magnesium, and potassium
- Honey nut cheerios- Good source of whole grains, vitamins and minerals
- Popcorn- Good source of whole grain, low in fat and calories
- String cheese- High calcium and protein
- Kale chips- High in Vit A, C, E, fiber, calcium, manganese, and phytonutrient
- Edamame-High in folate, fiber, and protein
- Hummus and veggies- High in protein, vitamins and minerals
- Homemade potato wedges- Less fat and fewer calories than French fries
- Veggies with bean dip- High in protein, vitamins and minerals
- Almond butter, banana, and honey sandwich-High protein, fiber, heart healthy fats, fruit serving, and whole grains
- Wowbutteron whole grain English muffin- High in omega fat, protein, fiber, nut free, gluten free, and dairy free
antioxidants, and potassium
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