When the final school bell rings and the kids are headed home, chances are they might want an afternoon snack to tide them over until dinner. These kid-friendly recipes require minimal effort, and use very little dishes for quick and easy cleanup. Whether they crave a creamy dip to go with their favorite veggies, a flatbread with a Mexican flare, or something that satisfies their sweet tooth, there is an option that is sure to hit the spot.
White Bean Avocado Dip
Ingredients:
- 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado
- Juice of one lemon
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Dash of cayenne (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions:
In a food processor, combine all the ingredients and blend until smooth. Serve with chips, carrots, or vegetables of your choice.
Mexican Pita Flatbread
Ingredients:
- 1 pita bread
- ¼ cup salsa
- ½ cup Mexican blend cheese, shredded
- ½ cup ground beef, browned with taco seasoning
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 2 tablespoons guacamole
- Black olives, to taste
Directions:
On the pita bread, add the salsa, ground beef, and shredded cheese. Place in toaster oven and bake on high for 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Add the lettuce, tomato, black olives, and guacamole and enjoy!
Chunky Monkey Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 banana, frozen and sliced
- ½ cup ice
- ¼ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, uncooked
- ½ cup vanilla yogurt
- ½ cup almond milk
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder, unsweetened
- Ground cinnamon, to taste
Toppings:
- Banana, sliced
- Coconut flakes
- Chocolate granola
- Peanut butter
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to blender and process until smooth. Pour mixture into a bowl and add desired toppings.
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