(Hidden Spinach) Chicken StripsOne of my sneaky mom hacks involves hiding spinach in various foods. We've done breakfast muffins, smoothie snacks, and now I've moved on to dinner! The beautiful thing about spinach is that its flavor is so mild that no one ever knows it's there! My husband thinks it's just part of the Italian seasoning I put in the breadcrumbs like parsley, but I know that I'm actually giving my family vitamins & nutrients that my picky eaters would never eat on their own. MOM WIN!Cheddar Broccoli Quinoa MuffinsThese kid-friendly vegetarian quinoa bites can be made three ways: baking in a muffin tin, frying into patties, or using an ebelskiver pan to make round balls (view all options in the photo gallery at the bottom of the recipe page). Either way, the end result is a delicious, protein-, veggie-, and calcium-packed meal that will have the kids coming back for more!Air Fryer Sweet Potato FriesSweet potatoes are such a great side dish because they're rich in beta-carotene, Vitamin A, antioxidants, and fiber. Serving them as fries are a great way to get your kids (and picky significant other) interested in eating sweet potatoes. We used the air fryer that comes part of our toaster oven which decreases the amount of oil needed... so much healthier than deep frying!Chickpea Tikka MasalaThis slow cooker Indian creamy cauliflower rice and chickpea stew is great for families who are feeding vegetarian/vegans and meat eaters at the same meal. We usually cook the stew first (either in the crockpot or on the stove) and grill chicken in a separate pan, which can then be incorporated into the stew for those who prefer the meat addition.Air Fryer Kale ChipsThese kale chips are a nutritious alternative to potato chips that my kids love eating AND making with me. It's a great snacktivity for kids to help with: they can tear the kale pieces up, give the kale a "bath", and then use the salad spinner to dry them off. Involving children in the food-making process sparks interest and encourages them to try new foods . Plus, they're SO DELICIOUS and take no time at all... THREE MINUTES TOTAL IN THE AIR FRYER!!Veggie Quinoa BowlsThese Buddha bowls are perfect for families who need separate vegetarian & meat options in the same meal. For this bowl, we just add grilled chicken on top to satisfy the meat-eaters of the family.Pesto Caprese Pasta SaladThis summery pasta salad is full of fresh flavors thanks to the homemade pesto sauce made with simple, clean ingredients (and nut-free!). Can easily be made vegan by substituting the mozzarella pearls with vegan shreds.Caramelized Onion and Herb Chicken PattiesA take on my mother-in-law's traditional Kuku Sabzi, a Persian Herb Frittata. A great way to sneak in veggies, too with a portion of spinach!Watermelon Mint Lime SlushiesAll you need are four simple ingredients to make this cool, refreshing summer drink. Citrusy, tangy, and sweet!Lunchbox Inspiration- “Cheddar Broccoli Quinoa Tots”Parmesan Crusted SoleQuinoa Pizza Muffins
