Rainbow Salad is a colorful and nutritious recipe perfect for toddlers and adults alike. Packed with a variety of fresh and vibrant vegetables, this salad is not only visually appealing but also rich in essential vitamins and minerals. With a simple and easy-to-follow preparation process, Rainbow Salad is a great way to introduce young children to a variety of vegetables and encourage healthy eating habits. Whether you’re looking for a fun and delicious meal for your little ones or a nutritious option for yourself, Rainbow Salad is a versatile dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Rainbow Salad, Toddler Friendly, Healthy
• Calories: 150 per serving
• Protein: 5g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fats: 3g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 0 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup carrots, grated
• 1 cup sweet corn
• 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup bell peppers, diced
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

1. Wash all the vegetables thoroughly. Make sure to dry them well before cutting.
2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Watch out for rolling tomatoes - they can be sneaky!
3. Dice the cucumber into small pieces. Don’t worry if they’re not perfectly even, they’ll still taste great!
4. Grate the carrots using a box grater. Be careful with little fingers - they’re not carrots!
5. Drain the sweet corn and add it to the salad bowl. Corny jokes are always welcome in this kitchen!
6. Shred the purple cabbage into thin strips. It’s okay if some pieces are longer than others - it adds character!
7. Dice the bell peppers into small pieces. Red, yellow, and green peppers make the salad look like a rainbow!
8. In a separate small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and olive oil to make the dressing.
9. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together. Make sure each veggie gets a good coating of dressing.
10. Serve the Rainbow Salad in individual bowls and enjoy the colorful and healthy meal with your little one!

Recommended Sides

• Whole grain bread or crackers
• Greek yogurt or hummus for dipping

Jokes

• Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing!
• What did the cucumber say to the carrot? Lettuce be friends and make a salad together!