Sneaky Veggies: Kid-Friendly Meatless Meal Plan

Struggling to get veggies past your picky eaters? We’ve got you. This kid-approved meal plan features colorful, creative, and seriously delicious veggie dinners that even the most suspicious tiny humans will gobble up. Think rocket-shaped quesadillas, cheesy pasta, and rainbow-packed plates that make eating veggies actually fun. These meals aren’t just healthy—they’re weeknight lifesavers.

This rocket-fueled quesadilla is stuffed with eggs and cheese for a protein-packed dinner that doubles as an edible art project. Use cookie cutters to shape it into rockets, stars, or anything your little astronaut dreams up. Served with a side of salsa or guac, it’s blast-off time for taste buds.

This colorful pasta salad is basically a bowl of edible confetti. Bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, corn, and peas come together in a light vinaigrette for a cold dish that’s easy to prep ahead and irresistible to look at. Bonus: great for lunchboxes the next day.

Skip the takeout and whip up this quick and cozy fried rice instead. It’s a one-pan wonder full of fluffy rice, sweet peas, and just enough seasoning to keep it kid-friendly. Add scrambled egg or tofu to boost the protein punch.

Pizza night gets a veggie-forward twist with this easy, no-bake appetizer. A fluffy crescent roll base topped with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and loads of crunchy veggies—it’s like a garden party on your plate. Let kids choose and place their own toppings!

Creamy, cheesy, and sneakily healthy. This cauliflower mac and cheese swaps in puréed cauliflower for a sauce that’s rich and silky, with a veggie boost baked right in. It’s comfort food with a parental plot twist—and the kids won’t even notice.

Need more kid-friendly meals? Check out our full Kid-friendly Recipes for more colorful, craveable ideas that work for the whole family.