5 Self-Care Tips for Parents During the Holiday Rush
Dec 18, 2024By Samridhi Rohatgi
When it comes to packing school tiffin for your little ones, introducing them to fresh and seasonal ingredients can be tricky for most parents. But it's certainly essential to ensure your child gets a balanced and wholesome meal. If you too are concerned about how you can incorporate seasonal fruits and vegetables into your kiddo’s diet, this article is for you.
From mango yogurt rice to carrot-zucchini muffins, read below this article to explore some of the incredible seasonal lunch ideas for your kids.
Mango Yogurt Rice
Made with sweet seasonal mangoes and yogurt, this mango yogurt rice recipe is a creamy and tangy meal that infuses a seasonal twist to traditional yogurt rice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice
- ½ cup diced ripe seasonal mangoes
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- A pinch of salt
Procedure
- In a bowl, mix cooked rice with plain yogurt and salt.
- Now gradually fold in diced mangoes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander or mint and enjoy!
Beetroot Pancakes
Made with fresh beetroot puree, these bright pink pancakes are loaded with hidden nutrients and are simply fun to look at!
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ¼ cup beetroot puree
- ¼ cup yogurt or 1 egg
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp honey
- A pinch of salt
Procedure
- In a bowl, mix flour, beetroot puree, egg or yogurt, milk, honey, and salt to prepare a smooth batter.
- Now heat a pan and pour a spoonful of batter and cook until you notice the bubbles. Flip and similarly cook on the other side.
- Serve with maple syrup or yogurt dip and enjoy.
Pumpkin and Cheese Quesadillas
This recipe combines creamy pumpkin puree with melted cheese in a crispy tortilla, so you get a burst of flavors that too with a seasonal veggie boost!
Ingredients
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 whole wheat tortillas
- A pinch of salt and pepper
Procedure
- Prepare pumpkin puree by cooking and then blending the pumpkin.
- Take a tortilla and spread some pumpkin puree over it.
- Sprinkle some cheese on top and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover it up with another tortilla.
- Now heat a skillet and cook until both sides turn crisp and golden.
- Cut into halves and pack along with a salsa or yogurt dip.
Pear and Carrot Rice Pilaf
This classic recipe infuses the natural sweetness of seasonal pears and carrots with the aromatic goodness of spices.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked basmati rice
- ½ cup grated carrot
- ½ cup diced ripe pear
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- A pinch of salt and pepper
Procedure
- In a pan, heat some butter; add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Now add grated carrot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced pear and cook for another two minutes.
- Finally, add cooked rice, season with salt and pepper, and toss everything well for 2-3 minutes.
- Before packing, make sure to cool it slightly.
Carrot and Zucchini Muffins
Made with grated carrots and zucchini, these savory muffins are loaded with veggies and ought to turn into one of your kid’s favorites.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup grated carrot
- ½ cup grated zucchini
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- ¼ cup shredded cheese
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- A pinch of salt
Procedure
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Meanwhile, grease a muffin tray.
- In a bowl, mix together wheat flour, carrot, zucchini, yogurt, cheese, baking powder, oregano, and salt to form a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the muffin tray and bake for about 12-15 minutes until it comes out golden brown.
- Cool and pack along with a dip.
Takeaway
Want to make your mornings and lunchtime easier and more exciting? But don't want to compromise with your kid’s intake of seasonal fruits and veggies. Here are some incredible recipes you can prepare using seasonal fruits and vegetables. The best part? They are just as delicious as they are healthy. Also explore our article on some top vegetarian recipes for your toddlers.
