Hello Sunshine!

Sometimes all we need is a fun summer shape to get kids excited about eating a healthy snack.  If we have lots of fresh fruits and vegetables on hand the possibilities are endless.  You can make whatever comes to mind and even get the kids creative minds to help make them.  The more colorful the plate the better.  When we ensure our kids are getting a variety of fruits and veggies each day we are providing them with so many essential vitamins and minerals that they need to grow.  Try a fun plate like this one today:

Hello Sunshine Snack

Ingredients:

• Yellow pepper
• Red pepper
• Celery
• Carrot
• Kiwi
• Pineapple
• Orange

Directions:

1. Cut peppers, celery and carrots in slivers to allow for letter shapes
2. Slice kiwi for the letter O
3. Cut pineapple in slivers for the rays of sun
4. Slice orange for sun
5. Place together as picture below and serve!

Image sourced from:  https://canadianfamily.ca/food/cute-snack-idea-hello-sunshine/

Kristin Hedges is a Registered Dietitian with Kids Eat Smart Foundation NL.