1 Veggie cheese Sandwich

Why kids love it: Cheesy, soft, and colorful.
Ingredients: Bread slices, grated cheese, finely chopped carrots, capsicum, cucumber, butter.

How to make:

Mix veggies with cheese.

Spread butter on bread, top with the mixture, and close the sandwich.

Toast lightly on a pan for 2–3 minutes per side.

Tip: Cut into fun shapes with cookie cutters to make it exciting!

2 Banana Oat Pancakes

Why kids love it: Sweet, soft, and naturally healthy.
Ingredients: 1 ripe banana, ½ cup oats, ¼ cup milk, a pinch of cinnamon.

How to make:

Blend banana, oats, and milk into a smooth batter.

Pour small portions onto a non-stick pan.

Cook 2 minutes on each side until golden.

Tip: Serve with a dollop of yogurt or honey drizzle.

3 Mini Veggie Wraps

Why kids love it: Bite-sized and easy to munch.
Ingredients: Whole wheat tortillas, hummus or cream cheese, grated carrots, cucumber sticks, bell peppers.

How to make:

Spread hummus or cheese on the tortilla.

Add veggie sticks, roll tightly, and cut into 2–3 pieces.

Tip: Secure with a toothpick to keep it intact in the tiffin box.

4 Corn & Paneer Stir-Fry

Why kids love it: Sweet corn adds a natural crunch, and paneer is protein-rich.
Ingredients: ½ cup sweet corn, 50 g paneer cubes, a pinch of salt, pepper, and olive oil.

How to make:

Heat oil, add corn and paneer.

Toss lightly for 3–4 minutes with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Cool and pack in the tiffin box.

Tip: Sprinkle a little chaat masala for extra taste (optional).

5 Quick upma with Hidden Veggies

Why kids love it: Soft texture, mild flavor, and easy to digest.
Ingredients: ½ cup semolina (rava), 1 cup water, grated carrot, peas, a pinch of salt, a tsp oil.

How to make:

Roast semolina lightly in a pan for 2 minutes.

Boil water, add veggies, then slowly add roasted semolina while stirring.

Cook 5–6 minutes until fluffy.

Tip: Add a little grated cheese on top once cooled for a kid-friendly twist.

💡 Morning Hack:

  • Pre-chop veggies or grate paneer at night to save extra time.
  • Pack sandwiches/wraps in silicone cups or small containers to keep layers intact.

 

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