RECIPES
Developed by Nutritionists, Approved by Kids
3 R’s of Our Recipes
Relatable - appeal to kids Reachable - budget friendly Repeatable - simple and consistent
Our recipes are always affordable and quick to prepare, using ingredients that are widely available in mainstream supermarkets. They can be adapted to accommodate dietary restrictions and must be flexible to allow for substitutions and modifications. They are low on utensil use for easy clean-up, and most importantly, the majority of our students must like what they cook. This recipe collection has been assembled over several years by a passionate team of nutritionists, educators and parents and has been stringently tested to meet all these criteria.
Whole Grain Pita Pizza, With A Citrus Vinaigrette Side Salad
A healthy pizza and a quick, easy salad. Kids are much more likely to enjoy a salad if they make it themselves. The slightly sweet, orange dressing adds a little bit of extra incentive. Our students are often surprised by quite how easy dressing is to make too.
Rainbow Mac & Cheese
This tantalizing recipe is simple to prepare. The delightful colors are sure to impress family, friends and even picky eaters.
Holiday Vegetable Wreath Platter
Transform a boring crudite platter into a holiday treat with all your favorite vegetables. Adapted from Eating Well.
Ginger Veggie Stir Fry
This colorful, tasty and easy stir fry recipe is jam-packed with fresh vegetables.
Roasted Red Pepper Soup & Mediterranean Grilled Cheese
This comforting hot and delicious pairing is a match made in heaven.
Tofu Tikka Masala
A flavorful and popular Indian classic curry, that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Kids Cooking for Life students love it and often return for seconds. Serve it with some brown rice and maybe some mango chutney, and you have a healthy and hearty meal.
Rainbow Fajitas
A healthy and flavorful take on this South American classic. Because you can add your favorite toppings, the whole family can adjust it to exactly how they like it, and everyone will be happy!
Strawberry Spinach Salad
A delicious and easy Strawberry Spinach Salad with a simple balsamic vinaigrette makes the perfect summer lunch or dinner side salad.
Rustic Butternut Squash Soup
Easy, satisying, healthy comfort food! Kudos to Journey bug, whose recipe we adapted it from. Especially atmospheric on cool fall days, but delicious anytime!
Bruschetta & Caprese Salad
This affordable and simple combination makes for an amazing burst of incredibly fresh flavor!
Roasted Vegetables
This is the easiest and BEST way to roast vegetables – perfectly tender. Delicious and packed with so much flavor.
Vegetable Chili With Rice
This fragrant and comforting vegetarian chili recipe is packed with a hearty blend of vegetables and beans.
Cheese Quesadillas With Homemade Salsas
Quesadillas can be made any way you want. Simply add your favorite vegetables topped with homemade salsa.
Whole Grain Pizza Primavera
Pizza on a wholemeal pitta base makes for a surprisingly delicious and healthy pizza that kids love and can prepare in minutes.
Rainbow Soba Noodle Stir Fry
The orange and ginger add a great sweet and sour dimension to this delicious, authentic tasting vegetable laden stir fry. Our students L-O-V-E it!
Korean-Style Vegetable Pancakes
This Korean vegetable pancake combines a mixed vegetable filling and simple pancake batter for crispy, flavorful veggie pancakes.
Whole Grain Pasta with Zucchini, Tomatoes & Basil
An expert combination of simple ingredients make for a symphony of taste. Zucchini, fresh tomatoes, basil and parmesan, yummy, kid approved AND quick to prepare.
Best Ever Vegetarian Fajitas
Quick & delicious plant-based protein fajitas! They’re made with colorful sweet peppers & onions and simple guacamole.