Avocados contain multiple nutrients, and the best part?
Kids too love these creamy, and mildly-flavored fruits. It is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins, which makes them a perfect ingredient for growing children.
Even if your little one is a picky eater or a foodie, we are sure your kids will surely love these fun and tasty avocado recipes.
Read this article to explore some of the best avocado recipes for kids that will make snack time both healthy and fun.
Avocado Banana Smoothie
A perfect breakfast drink— it combines the richness of avocado and banana to create a creamy, and naturally sweet drink that your kids will surely love. The best part? It is loaded with potassium, fiber, and lots of healthy fats.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup milk or almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Procedure:
Preparing it is simple. Blend all ingredients until smooth. If you prefer a chilled smoothie, you can probably add a few ice cubes before blending. Serve immediately.
Avocado Toast with Cheese and Tomatoes
This delicious avocado toast recipe is a blend of flavor and nutrition. It's, in fact, a delightful pair of creamy avocados and melted cheese, topped off with juicy tomatoes and fresh cilantro that is sure to turn everyone’s favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices of whole wheat bread
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheeseÂ
- 4 cherry tomatoes
- Fresh cilantro
- A pinch of salt and pepper
Procedure:
Mash the avocado with a pinch of salt and pepper. Now, spread it over toasted bread, and top with freshly grated mozzarella cheese. Place it in the oven for a few minutes until the cheese melts. Garnish with sliced cherry tomatoes on top and fresh cilantro. Enjoy it warm.
Avocado Chocolate Pudding
We’re sure you never knew a creamy, chocolatey dessert could be this healthy. Yes, indeed. This avocado-chocolate pudding is rich, smooth, and naturally sweetened, so you can ensure a guilt-free treat for kids.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk
Procedure:
Blend all ingredients until the mixture turns smooth and creamy. Now, refrigerate it for about 15 minutes before serving. Top it up with freshly sliced strawberries and chopped nuts for extra crunch.
Avocado Egg Salad Wrap
This is another simple yet nutritious wrap that is perfect for school lunchboxes. Here, the avocado replaces mayo in the egg salad as in a regular wrap, for a healthier choice.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 boiled eggs
- 1 whole wheat tortilla
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- A pinch of salt and pepper
Procedure:
In a bowl, mash one ripe avocado. Now mix it with the chopped boiled eggs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture onto a tortilla, roll it up tightly, and slice it into two halves.
Avocado Pancakes
Soft, fluffy, and full of nutrients— these avocado pancakes are an incredible breakfast choice.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Procedure:
Mash the avocado and whisk it together with milk, egg, and honey. In another bowl, mix flour and baking powder. Combine both mixtures together and stir until smooth. Heat some oil in a pan and cook small pancakes until they turn golden brown on both sides. Serve it with honey or fresh fruit salad.
Conclusion
Avocados are indeed one of the most nutrient-rich foods you can add to your little one’s diet. With these simple and delicious recipes, you can easily incorporate avocados into everyday meals in a way that kids cannot deny.
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