I dont know about your kids, but mine usually wanders into the kitchen around 4pm and declares herself absolutely starving. Like so hungry it feels like she hasnt eaten all day. This declaration is usually accompanied by a wildly dramatic pout and hand gesture or something to demonstrate how amazingly famished she is. Of course, I am always hesitant to give her a huge snack at this hour, lest we ruin dinner. However, it is obvious that I need to give her something. Lately, Ive started to declare 4pm veggie hour for her. That is, I prepare the vegetables we are having for dinner and give them to her early, OR, I whip up a simple veggie-based snack and let her waive the vegetable serving at dinner. Either way, the snack is totally vegetable based and she is still ready for dinner less than two hours later. Here are seven of our favorite veggie-based snack ideas for kids. I hope they inspire you if this happens in your house!
Crudite with Ranch DipSometimes the simpler the better. This awesome crudite features fresh cut vegetables and a homemade ranch dip. Keep it in the fridge so kids can snack on them whenever they want.
Make crudite with ranch dip
Edamame HummusThis awesome edamame hummus is perfect for kids at 4pm. Let them dip their favorite vegetable sticks and enjoy this healthy snack!
Make edamame hummus
Crispy Kale ChipsThis salty, crunchy kale chips are the perfect pre-dinner vegetable based snacks. Kids will love their flavor and texture and parents will love that they are devouring their greens!.
Make crispy kale chips
Roasted Squash RingsForget onion rings, baked your kids some delicious squash rings. They are a great hot snack and you can save the rest for dinner!
Make roasted squash rings
Jicama Cilantro Fiesta SlawThis awesome fiesta slaw makes a colorful, healthy snack bowl in the afternoon. Let kids scoop it onto some baked pita chips if they want to treat it like a fancy appetizer. Otherwise they can just eat it with a fork and enjoy the party in their mouths!
Make jicama cilantro fiesta slaw
Roast Asparagus with Lemon AioliIt is easy to roast asparagus in a jiffy and I love how it tastes served with aioli. Serve this to kids at 4pm and save the rest for your dinner!
Make roast asparagus with lemon aioli
Cheesy Zucchini CaterpillarThis adorable zucchini "caterpillar" is a great reference to the classic children's book. Your kids will adore the fun look and the cheesy flavor. It is an ideal afternoon snack!
Make a cheesy zucchini caterpillar
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