Are you looking for meals that your toddler will actually eat and are healthy enough for the whole family? Here are some tried-and-true recipes that will make school-night dinners much easier for you.
Family-Friendly Meals Everyone Will Love
Finding food that everyone in the family will eat can be tricky. Adding new recipes to your regular rotation can be exciting and a chance to introduce some fun into your weekly menus. Toddlers can be a tough audience to please—they can be picky and often change their minds about what they like. But don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are some of our toddler-approved favourites:
Meatballs and pasta - This quick and easy option is suitable for all the family and a firm favourite in our house. Lentils add a low-fat twist to these minced pork patties, creating a healthier family favourite that's still packed with herby, garlicky flavour. A perfect family dinner.
Chicken & sweetcorn egg-fried rice - Super cheap and super quick, this recipe can be adapted for even the youngest tastebuds. This budget-friendly Asian-inspired one-pot recipe uses leftover rice and chicken, featuring mild spices and plenty of vegetables, perfect for kids.
Crunchy fish fingers - Enjoy crispy, baked fish fingers that are healthier for both kids and adults. Delight in the crunchy goodness with this guilt-free twist on a classic favourite. Skip the frozen options and whip up this low-fat, healthy alternative. With prep time of 10 minutes and cooking time of 15, this delicious meal can be ready in less than 30 minutes. You could even adapt this to be cooked in an air fryer.
Chicken curry - A perfect choice for busy weeknights, this chicken curry is child-friendly This dish will certainly spice up your baby’s meals and help prevent fussy eating in the long run! Studies have shown that introducing new foods between 6 and 12 months can foster a healthy and adventurous appetite in childhood and beyond.
Field, flat and wild mushroom tagliatelle - Grown up dining that only takes 15 minutes to rustle up - perfect for veggies too. An easy midweek meal.
One pot minestrone soup - This is the perfect comfort food and really simple to tweak according to what veggies you have to hand on the day. A delicious crowd-pleaser!
15 minute creamy tomato, turkey & pea pasta - Whip up this Creamy Tomato, Turkey & Pea Pasta in no time for a delicious mid-week meal that's protein-packed and full of veggies.
We hope these recipes jumpstart your meal prep for the week, add fresh ideas to your repertoire, and get you excited for family mealtimes! Bon appétit!
Why not try serving up these meals on some doddl plates? Ideal to purchase in these children's plate bundles.