Healthy Kid-Friendly Lunch Recipes | Ambitious Kitchen https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/kid-friendly-lunch/ Inspiring you in and out of the kitchen Sun, 20 Oct 2024 13:15:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cropped-AK-for-small-sizes-1-2-64x64.png Healthy Kid-Friendly Lunch Recipes | Ambitious Kitchen https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/kid-friendly-lunch/ 32 32 Veggie-Packed Meat Sauce (freezer-friendly, great for kids!) https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/veggie-packed-meat-sauce/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/veggie-packed-meat-sauce/#respond Sun, 20 Oct 2024 13:14:29 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90868

Veggie-Packed Meat Sauce (freezer-friendly, great for kids!)

This veggie-packed meat sauce, also known as ragu, is an ultra flavorful, easy recipe to keep in your back pocket (and freezer at all times!). Packed with protein from your favorite ground meat and loaded with FOUR different vegetables, this meat sauce boasts both delicious flavor and nutrition that everyone will gobble up! Great for

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Vegan Curried Pumpkin Lentil Soup https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pumpkin-lentil-soup/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pumpkin-lentil-soup/#comments Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:00:13 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=45937

Vegan Curried Pumpkin Lentil Soup

Vegan pumpkin lentil soup made with creamy coconut milk, delicious spices and plenty of pumpkin flavor. This easy pumpkin lentil curry soup is packed with nourishing ingredients and plenty of protein for a wonderful lunch or dinner. Have you been looking for a cozy, hug-in-a-bowl recipe during the chillier months? This incredible curried pumpkin lentil

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Healthy White Chicken Chili https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/healthy-white-chicken-chili/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/healthy-white-chicken-chili/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=26178

Healthy White Chicken Chili

Healthy white chicken chili that’s nice and creamy, yet there’s no cream! Made with green chile, chicken, corn and blended chickpeas to make it thick and creamy. This easy white chicken chili recipe can even be made in the slow cooker and is bound to become a new family favorite. Serve with avocado, tortilla chips and cilantro.

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Apple Cheddar Galette with Crispy Herb Cheddar Crust https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/apple-cheddar-galette/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/apple-cheddar-galette/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:00:31 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90555

Apple Cheddar Galette with Crispy Herb Cheddar Crust

Sweet and savory apple cheddar galette with a crispy herb cheddar pie crust. Top with flaky sea salt, a drizzle of honey, and fresh thyme for a fun way to use up fall apples in an appetizer, snack, or easy brunch recipe. Say hello to a gorgeous new fall appetizer that doubles (and triples) as

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Zucchini & Sausage Baked Orzo with Hot Honey & Feta https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/zucchini-sausage-baked-orzo/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/zucchini-sausage-baked-orzo/#comments Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:00:40 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90476

Zucchini & Sausage Baked Orzo with Hot Honey & Feta

Comforting zucchini and sausage baked orzo packed with a rainbow of veggies and plenty of melty cheese. This one pan sausage baked orzo recipe is easy to make and customize, and is made extra delicious with a drizzle of hot honey. The perfect nourishing and cozy weeknight meal! One pan meal lovers, this incredible recipe

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Better-For-You Homemade Spaghetti-Os https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/homemade-spaghetti-os/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/homemade-spaghetti-os/#comments Sun, 22 Sep 2024 09:00:16 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=86325

Better-For-You Homemade Spaghetti-Os

Easy and delicious homemade spaghetti-os made with a silky roasted vegetable sauce, tender pasta, and plenty of parmesan cheese. These better-for-you spaghetti-os are packed with nutrients thanks to the sneaky veggie sauce and make the perfect weeknight dinner that kiddos and adults will love! UH OH SPAGHETTI-OS. Did I just make you the most delicious,

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Vegan Pecan Apple Chickpea Salad Wraps https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/vegan-pecan-apple-chickpea-salad-wraps/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/vegan-pecan-apple-chickpea-salad-wraps/#comments Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=26628

Vegan Pecan Apple Chickpea Salad Wraps

Delicious vegan pecan apple chickpea salad wraps with a creamy maple dijon tahini dressing. These easy chickpea salad wraps take just 15 minutes to make without any cooking involved, making this a great recipe for healthy lunches and parties! Enjoy the apple chickpea salad in your favorite wrap, on toast, as-is or even in lettuce

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Pasta Pomodoro https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pasta-pomodoro/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pasta-pomodoro/#comments Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:30 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90231

Pasta Pomodoro

Simple and delicious pasta pomodoro made in just 30 minutes with burst cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. This easy pasta pomodoro recipe makes a wonderful weeknight meal the whole family will love! Get ready for one of the easiest, freshest, most satisfying summer recipes to grace your dinner table. I whipped this one up

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One Pan Sazon Skillet Chicken https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/sazon-skillet-chicken/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/sazon-skillet-chicken/#comments Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:00:51 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=60210

One Pan Sazon Skillet Chicken

Flavorful one pan sazon skillet chicken made in just 30 minutes for a delicious, veggie and protein-packed dinner the whole family will love! This easy sazon skillet chicken is made with homemade sazon seasoning and beautiful summer veggies. Enjoy as-is or serve with rice, quinoa and your fav toppings. You know I’m a huge fan

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30 Minute Brown Butter Goat Cheese Grilled Veggie Orzo https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/30-minute-grilled-veggie-orzo/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/30-minute-grilled-veggie-orzo/#comments Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:00:02 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=60022

30 Minute Brown Butter Goat Cheese Grilled Veggie Orzo

Delicious 30 minute grilled vegetable orzo with rich brown butter and creamy goat cheese. This easy and flavorful veggie orzo recipe is the perfect way to use up fresh summer produce! Enjoy as-is or with your favorite proteins for a wonderful weeknight dinner or lunch. A savory summer dish you’re going to LOVE: this 30

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One Pan Cilantro Chicken Meatballs in Mango Coconut Sauce https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cilantro-chicken-meatballs-mango-coconut-sauce/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cilantro-chicken-meatballs-mango-coconut-sauce/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2024 16:00:15 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=32442

One Pan Cilantro Chicken Meatballs in Mango Coconut Sauce

One pan cilantro chicken meatballs simmered in a creamy sweet mango coconut sauce! This one pan meal cooks in just 30 minutes, is packed with protein and veggies and will knock your socks off with flavor. Serve with rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice or over noodles! YUM. I’m bringing back a one pan meal everyone is

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Herby Chicken Meatball Pitas with Jalapeño Tzatziki https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/herby-chicken-meatball-pitas/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/herby-chicken-meatball-pitas/#comments Sun, 09 Jun 2024 09:00:36 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=89111

Herby Chicken Meatball Pitas with Jalapeño Tzatziki

Absolutely delicious herby chicken meatball pitas piled high with flavorful, protein-packed chicken meatballs, fresh veggies, and a creamy homemade jalapeño tzatziki sauce. This easy, nourishing dinner comes together in 30 minutes and is the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and fresh. Um, HELLO. Have you seen a more vibrant meal? I mean, it’s always my

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