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    Home ▸ Vegan Recipe Roundups

    Vegan Recipes For Kids

    Last modified: January 12, 2022. Originally posted: August 8, 2020 By Sophia DeSantis

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    A variety of vegan kid recipes from all types of meals
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    These vegan recipes for kids will make meals a breeze! Easy, flavorful and full of wholesome ingredients. There is something for every meal!

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    Meal times can be a disaster, especially when it comes to picky kid palates. This collections of kid friendly plant-based recipes should keep you going without tears!

    Feeding Kids Vegan and Plant-Based Meals

    Getting our kids to eat anything can be a challenge, let alone having to think about diet preferences and nutritional needs!

    While I am not a doctor, dietician, or nutritionist, I do know it's important for kids to have well rounded meals. The basics I always think about are: fat, protein, fiber, carbs and loads of fruits and veggies!

    Sneaking in veggies

    We all know the challenge of getting the littles to eat veggies. It can be safe to say it drives me to drink. But there are things you can do to help!

    • Always offer veggies they like (let's hope there is at least one!) along with new ones.
    • Don't force a child to eat anything, not only does this paid a negative emotion to the food but it creates a fight for control.
    • It can take kids at least 10-15 times with a positive exposure to a new food before they will even try it, and even longer to establish whether they like it or not! So patience is KEY.
    • Keep emotion out of food. You don't want to overly celebrate or have negativity when it comes to eating.
    • Let your child help you shop and choose new things to try.
    • Dips are a great way to try new veggies! If they have a dip they love have it as part of the meal to encourage them to try the new veggie.
    • Use food as art! Allow them to make picture and create then eat their creaiton.

    I am a full advocate for serving your kids veggies in their actual form, but since many of ours aren't as adventurous we still want to make sure they are getting in their daily dose.

    This is when I sneak in extra! Here are some of my favorite ways:

    • Smoothies
    • Pasta sauces
    • Baked goods
    • Popsicles
    • Ice cream (yep)
    • Oatmeal
    • Burgers
    • Pancakes/waffles
    • Pudding

    The Best Vegan Recipes Your Kids Will Love

    Here is a list of my kid's favorite recipes on my site! Some are made as is, and some we alter to make them even more kid friendly.

    Vegan Breakfast Recipes

    • Vegan Buttermilk Pancakes: These are quick and easy and made with wholesome ingredients! You can try subbing sweet potato or pumpkin puree for the apple sauce to get in an extra dose of veggies. Sub in pureed spinach for a colorful twist too! Maple syrup being poured over a stack of five pancakes on a white plate
    • Vegan Blueberry Pancakes: These are another delicious way to change up the plain pancake routine. A cut out bite of blueberry pancakes from a stack of them
    • Vegan Breakfast Cookies: The kids won't know they are actually getting in a healthy dose of nutrients when they see cookies to start their day! Pink plate stacked with oat breakfast cookies in front of a milk glass
    • Vegan Greek Yogurt: This is a great recipe to cut down the sugar in many store bought yogurts. Dark grey blue bowl with yogurt inside topped with figs and walnuts
    • Homemade Oatmeal: Use this as a vehicle for healthy toppings! Cream bowl filled with cooked oatmeal and topped with nuts, fruit and maple syrup

    Vegan Lunch Recipes

    When it comes to lunch, I prefer quick and easy ideas you can throw together in little time.

    This vegan lunch guide for kids is a perfect place to get loads of ideas in one place!

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    Vegan Snack Recipes

    • Vegan Pinwheels: I love this because kids can make their own giving them control and allowing them to pick what they want. This greatly increases the chance they will eat it. Black plate with pinwheel rolls ups filled with lettuce, salsa and cream cheese
    • Amazing Fruit Salad: This is a great way to introduce new fruits paired with those they love. Fruit salad in a bowl next to a plate of it
    • Brownie Batter Protein Bites: This is such an easy recipe and a great protein based grab and go snack. Pile of raw brownie batter balls, one with a bite out of it
    • Homemade Baked Tortilla Chips: These are simple and easy to make. It avoids the excess oil in store bought chips. Black plate with baked tortilla chips and small bowl of guacamole
    • Immune Boosting Smoothie: This smoothie is a great way to sneak in some extra veggies! Kids can even choose the base ingredients and you can throw in the sneaky extras when they aren't looking. Glass jar with a salmon colored smoothie and a strawberry on the side
    • Fresh Pineapple Salsa: This sweet and tangy salsa is loved by kids since it's fruit based and can leave out the extra spice. Black bowl filled with tortilla chips next to a pile of pineapple salsa

    Vegan Dinner Recipes

    • Vegan Taquitos: These are such a great way to get in veggies since they are pureed in with the filling. A plate with taquitos over a bed of lettuce on a wooden surface with a yellow and white towel
    • Bean, Rice and Avocado Burritos: This recipe is super fast and easy to make and customizable. You can even mix cauliflower rice with the regular rice and they will never know! Vegan grilled burritos cut in half and sitting on a blue plate
    • Spaghetti and Marinara: This marinara is a great way to puree in veggies without any hint of added flavor! Spaghetti with tomato sauce on an off white plate
    • Vegan Mac and Cheese: This cheese sauce is full of veggies but you wouldn't know it! White textured bowl filled with creamy orange mac and cheese
    • Creamy Tomato Soup: This tomato soup is really flavorful and has veggies pureed in. It's also a great dipper for grilled cheese and quesadillas! White handled soup bowls filled with creamy tomato soup and topped with crushed pretzels
    • Lentil Sloppy Joes: This kid friendly sandwich is loaded with protein and iron. A perfect wholesome meal. Lentil sloppy joes on a wheat bun with pickles
    • Vegan Veggie Burger: We love these burgers and always have them on hand. The veggies get pureed in and you can freeze them for easy meals. A veggie burger on a bun topped with cheese, red onion, tomato and lettuce
    • One Pot Broccoli and Pasta: This is a fast and delicious recipe for those broccoli lovers! Two black bowls filled with cavatelli, broccoli and sausage
    • Vegetable Pasta Fagioli: This is a huge kid and adult favorite. Simple to make and SO good. White bowl with pasta and vegetable bean soup inside
    • Vegan Tacos: Use crunchy shells for a take out experience or soft for those who prefer it. We love all the flavor and texture of this lentil and walnut based meaty filling. White plate with tacos filled with lentil taco meat and toppings

    Vegan Side Recipes

    • Asparagus Fries: These crispy french fry option is a great way to get your kids to try a new less common veggie. Crispy breaded asparagus fries wrapped in parchment in a brown bucket
    • Eggplant Fries: These are loved even by eggplant haters because the texture bakes up really well! A cone of parchment paper with eggplant fries inside on a wooden surface
    • Oven Fries: This healthier french fry option is a great pair to any sandwich or burger! Crispy baked french fries in a brown tin on a red checkered towel
    • Macaroni Salad: This healthy version of traditional deli macaroni salad is so good, you'd have no idea it's full of whole foods. Two white bowls stacked and filled with classic macaroni salad
    • Broccoli Cauliflower Tots: These are loved by kids on their own or as a dipper! A great dose of veggies too. Broccoli tots on a white plate next to a bowl of creamy dip
    • Mexican Black Beans: We make these beans in batches and use them in so many ways throughout the week! A great addition to component meals. Blue bowl with cooked black beans over white rice

    Vegan Dessert Recipes

    Serve up these tasty treats along with an ice cold glass of vegan chocolate milk!

    • The Best Soft Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies: These cookies are super easy and use easy to find whole food ingredients. Hand holding a half eaten chocolate chip cookie close to the camera
    • Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream (with a dose of protein): You will be shocked at how this is made and how delicious it is! Two stacked cups with chocolate ice cream in the top one
    • Vegan Chickpea Blondies: These are not only decadent but also filled with healthy protein. Stack of three pieces of blondies on a white plate
    • Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies: These are a healthy amazing treat that comes together quickly. Hand holding an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie with a bite out of it
    • Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies: We love the incredible flavor and chewy texture of these cookies made with all whole foods. Hand holding a half eaten oatmeal raisin cookie over a stack of more
    • Vegan Pina Colada Popsicles: This frozen treat can be mixed up to puree in some veggies. It will add color and a dose of nutrients! White platter of creamy looking popsicles next to pieces of pineapple

    Common Questions

    Is it safe for a child to be vegan?

    You should always consult a doctor before making any dietary changes, but there are many children out there that eat a vegan diet safely.

    Can you raise your child vegan?

    Yes, if you are interested in raising your child vegan you need to cut all animal based products out of your lifestyle. This includes food and things such as leather and wool. But you should consult a doctor before making any changes to your diet!

    What vegan foods do kids like?

    Each child has different taste preferences, but in general starting with foods naturally vegan is a good idea. All produce, like fruits and veggies, are great for kids. So many things you already eat are naturally vegan. The recipes listed here are a great list!

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