7 Quick Low Carb Recipes For Kids

By Riya Chatterjee|3 - 4 mins read| March 28, 2025

It's no way easy to get your kids to eat healthy. But did you know that low-carb meals can be just as delicious as they are nutritious? Of course, every kid loves pasta, bread, and sugary snacks. The truth is— reducing carbs doesn’t mean you need to give up on taste. 

Read below this interesting article to explore seven quick and easy low-carb recipes that are packed with nutrients and flavors that will make your kids fall in love. 

Homemade Zucchini Pizza

Who doesn’t love pizza? This zucchini version of pizza is here to keep all the cheesy goodness while ditching the extra carbs. 

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium-sized zucchini
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ cup diced bell peppers

Procedure:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet.
  • Meanwhile, slice zucchini into thick rounds.
  • Now place zucchini slices on the tray and spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on each.
  • Add grated cheese and diced bell peppers.
  • Bake for about 8-10 minutes until cheese melts. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Looking for a light yet satisfying recipe? This tofu lettuce wrap is packed with protein, while the crisp lettuce adds a fresh element that kids will absolutely love.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup crumbled tofu
  • ½ tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp soy sauce
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 4 large lettuce leaves

Procedure:

  • Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté tofu with soy sauce and garlic powder.
  • Now cook for about 3-4 minutes until slightly crispy.
  • Carefully spoon the mixture onto lettuce leaves and wrap it. 
  • Serve with fresh yogurt dip and enjoy.

Spinach Frittata with Feta Cheese

Seeking a protein-loaded breakfast choice? Look no further than these spinach frittatas with feta that even your picky ones will enjoy.

Ingredients:

  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup freshly chopped spinach
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ tsp butter

Procedure:

  1. Whisk eggs in a bowl and mix in spinach and feta cheese.
  2. Heat butter in a pan and pour in the egg mixture.
  3. Cook on low heat for 4-5 minutes until set. Serve warm!

Stuffed Eggplants with Egg

Eggplants make a delicious low-carb alternative to bread or tortillas. This recipe is rich in protein and is super tasty.

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium eggplant, halved and hollowed
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup shredded cheese

Procedure:

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C.
  2. Crack an egg into each hollowed eggplant half.
  3. Sprinkle with black pepper and cheese.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes until eggs are cooked.

Plum Chia Seed Pudding

This healthy pudding is naturally sweetened with plums and rich in fiber. It’s a great low-carb dessert or snack for kids!

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • ½ ripe plum, mashed
  • ½ tsp honey 

Procedure:

  1. Mix chia seeds with coconut milk and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Stir in mashed plum and honey.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Baked Vegetable Chips with Hummus Dip

Store-bought chips are loaded with carbs, but these crispy homemade veggie chips are a healthy alternative!

Ingredients:

  • 1 thinly sliced zucchini
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced
  • ½ tsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup hummus for dipping

Procedure:

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C.
  2. Toss vegetable slices with olive oil and salt.
  3. Spread on a baking tray and bake for 12-15 minutes until crispy.
  4. Serve with hummus for dipping.

Zucchini Noodles

Zucchini noodles, also known as zoodles, are a fantastic low-carb alternative to pasta.

Ingredients:

  • 1 zucchini
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes
  • ½ tsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp Italian seasoning

Procedure:

  1. Spiralize the zucchini into noodles and cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté zucchini noodles for 2 minutes.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning.
  4. Stir for another minute and serve warm.

Final Thoughts

When it comes to eating low-carb, you don't always need to give up your favorite foods! From zucchini pizza to homemade veggie chips, these easy low-carb recipes are your reminder that healthy eating can be just as easy as it is delicious.

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