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Healthy Kids Snacks

A delightful assortment of fresh vegetables, fruits, and dips that are both nutritious and appealing to kids.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and Dips
  • 1 cup carrot sticks, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 1 cup celery sticks, cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 1 cup hummus, store-bought or homemade
Fruits
  • 2 medium-sized apples apple slices (preferably with the skin on for added nutrients)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (check for halal certification)
Crackers and Yogurt
  • 1 box whole grain crackers, choose your favorite brand
  • 1 cup yogurt (plain or flavored, check for halal certification)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing the carrots and celery thoroughly. Peel the carrots and cut both the carrots and celery into sticks or pieces that are easy to grab.
  2. Core the apples and slice them into wedges. Optionally, sprinkle a little lemon juice to avoid browning.
  3. Place the carrot sticks, celery sticks, apple slices, and whole grain crackers on a large platter.
  4. Put the hummus in a bowl near the veggies, and the peanut butter in another bowl beside the apple slices. You can also serve yogurt as an additional dip.
  5. Encourage kids to mix and match different snacks for an interactive experience and ask them which dip they think will taste best with which food.
  6. Encourage everyone to dig in and enjoy these beautiful snacks together!

Notes

Consider substitutions like guacamole or yogurt dips for hummus and almond butter for peanut butter. Prepare snacks just before serving for maximum freshness.