6 Delicious Veggie-Packed Recipes Kids Will Actually Love—INSIDE!

THE RECIPES

6 Delicious Veggie-Packed Recipes Kids Will Actually Love

If there’s one theme that shows up every January, it’s balance. People resolve to get more sleep, move their bodies, eat better…and their kids come along for the ride. (We can only imagine how thrilled children are when their parents suddenly overhaul the family menu.) But it doesn’t have to be all bad. Research shows that kids are more likely to try — and eventually enjoy — vegetables when they’re paired with familiar flavours and presented in ways that feel appealing and fun.

Gone are the days of sneaking veggies into dishes in the hopes of quietly boosting nutrition. Instead, we’re leaning into crispy textures, cozy classics and plenty of things served with dip — because what kid can resist a good dipper? These six recipes are designed to pique your kiddo’s interest and maybe even win them over.

And if the veggie-packed dishes don’t quite land, we’re willing to bet the peanut butter and chocolate will at least convince them that dates are worth loving.

TAP EACH RECIPE FOR THE DETAILS.

Cornmeal Egg Muffins with Veggies and Cheese
These grab-and-go muffins are a lunchbox win, packed with colourful veggies and cheese.

Broccoli Mac and Cheese Bake
This cozy classic gets broccoli in the door by pairing it with a rich cheese sauce and a crunchy crust.

Crispy Spring Onion Pancakes
Green onions can be polarizing…until you incorporate them into crispy pancakes and serve them with a sweet-and-salty dipping sauce.

Flavourful Veggie-Packed Beef Burgers
Ground beef gets a boost from sweet potato, grated zucchini, red onion and garlic to make these juicy weeknight burgers.

Zucchini and Quinoa Fritters with Tzatziki
These crunchy little gems are a match made in veggie heaven with cool, creamy tzatziki.

BONUS! Chocolatey Peanut Butter Bombs
You know peanut butter and chocolate are iconic, but adding dates is next level.

THE POLL

How’s 2026 Feeling So Far?

We know we’re only a couple of weeks in, but it’s been…a lot. That’s why we loved this happy little summary of holidays this year. No attempting to get cranky kids to school the day after Halloween, Valentine’s Day falls on a reasonable date night, we’ll get extra stat holidays for Christmas and New Year’s…we’ll take it! So, there’s lots to look forward to, but give us your early feelings on the year below.

TODAY’S POLL

Results from last week’s poll  

Is "6-7" the most annoying phrase in your house?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Yes. A thousand times yes. (38.3%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Maybe. “Skibbidy toilet” is still up there. (31.9%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ No. My kids are still too little but now I'm scared. (29.8%)

THE GRANDPARENTS

How to Create a Portable Nursery for Your Grandchildren

You want your grandchildren to feel welcome in your home—but that doesn’t have to mean turning a spare room into a full-time nursery, or tripping over baby gear between visits. With a few smart, portable essentials, you can be ready for diaper duty, bath time, snacks and sleep without sacrificing your guest space.

Tap the button below for flexible, easy-to-store solutions that make visits smoother for everyone, with advice from our friends at Munchkin.

THE QUESTION BOX

My Child’s Extracurricular Activity Is Getting Super Competitive—What Do I Do?

Extracurriculars have a way of starting out sweet and simple a chance to try something new, make friends and have fun. Then, almost without warning, the tone shifts. Suddenly there’s talk of agents and casting calls, elite teams and early mornings, résumés and “next steps.” What once felt like a fun way for kids to develop new skills and meet new people can start to feel like something else entirely.

Whether it’s competitive sports, dance, theatre or another high-commitment activity, many parents find themselves wondering if the pressure is creeping in faster than their child is ready for (or if their child even wants that kind of pressure).

If you’ve ever paused mid-season or mid-semester and thought, “When did this stop being fun?”—this one’s for you. Tap the button for more, including the points below:

• Recognizing when fun turns into pressure.

• Checking in with your child on their wants and needs.

• Separating a child’s interest from adult expectations.

• Deciding when to learn in, stay recreational or step back.

• Talk about ambition without making outcomes the goals.

• Redefining success to focus on joy and confidence.