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Creating Easy & Affordable Recipes For Your Toddler

As a parent of a toddler and a husband to a busy working wife, providing healthy, delicious meals can be quite a challenge. This article will address how to create easy recipes composed of highly affordable ingredients.

We know that toddlers can be fussy eaters. They can turn their noses up at many foods, even when we know that they are healthy for them. On top of that, budget constraints, including limited access to ingredients have become an even bigger challenge in recent times. Thankfully, there are easy and affordable recipes out there.

First and foremost, it’s important to understand that the most nutritious and cost effective ingredients are those that are in season in our region. In Australia, these mainly include capsicum, tomatoes, deciduous fruits, legumes, and nuts. These will provide most of the essential nutrients your toddler needs in order to stay healthy and active.

When it comes to cooking with these ingredients, there a few simple and inexpensive recipes that you can prepare in just a few minutes. A delicious salad or sandwich is always a great choice for lunch. Simply add a variety of ingredients such as thinly sliced tomatoes, cucumber, capsicum, olives, feta cheese, hard-boiled eggs, tuna, and cooked beans. You can also make sauces from the ingredients above and serve them alongside cooked pasta, rice, or vegetables for a quick and simple dinner.

You can also make dishes like frittatas, stir fries, and marinated vegetables for a quick and easy meal. For frittatas, simply whisk a few eggs with milk and seasonings and add vegetables of your choice. For stir fries, fry some sliced onions and capsicum, then add cooked chicken or another protein source of your choice. You can also marinate vegetables with a little olive oil and herbs, then bake or grill them for a delicious and nutritious side dish.

Finally, snacks such as fruit and nut butters, vegetable chips, or dips made with tahini, lemon, and garlic can make a great afternoon snack. These are good sources of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals and can be paired with fruit or a wholegrain cracker or toast.

In summary, it’s possible to create easy and affordable recipes for your toddler with the right ingredients and method. By understanding which ingredients are in season in your region and utilising simple recipes, you can whip up meals in no time at all. Following the tips outlined above, your toddler is sure to receive the nutrients it needs for a healthy and active lifestyle.