RECIPES
Developed by Nutritionists, Approved by Kids
3 R’s of Our Recipes
Relatable - appeal to kids Reachable - budget friendly Repeatable - simple and consistent
Our recipes are always affordable and quick to prepare, using ingredients that are widely available in mainstream supermarkets. They can be adapted to accommodate dietary restrictions and must be flexible to allow for substitutions and modifications. They are low on utensil use for easy clean-up, and most importantly, the majority of our students must like what they cook. This recipe collection has been assembled over several years by a passionate team of nutritionists, educators and parents and has been stringently tested to meet all these criteria.
Hoppin' John with Collards
Hoppin' John is a traditional dish eaten on New Year's Day. The black-eyed peas represent coins and the collards dollar bills, ushering in a prosperous year ahead.
Classic Red Sauce for Pasta
This sauce can be the starting point for many recipes, from simply tossing with pasta to using as a base for lasagna or a topping for pizza.
Three Sisters Soup
Three Sisters Soup, a delightful harvest soup, combines the nutritious blend of corn, squash, and beans. This traditional Native American dish is beloved by families everywhere!
Caesar Salad
Kids love the freshness, crunch, mingling creaminess with a sprinkle of cheesy goodness of this classic Caesar Salad.
Rainbow Sushi & California Roll
We love this sushi recipe. It's a huge hit in our classes.
Brazilian Black Bean Bowl
This recipe always gets “wows”. Seasoned rice and beans with loads of seasonal vegetables and mango make for a healthy sweet and savory hit.
Couscous Salad With Beans & Fresh Orange Juice Vinaigrette
This delicious vegetable filled salad has a whole grain base, plus beans and cheese for protein, making it a great one bowl meal or side dish. You decide!
Rainbow Wrap Sandwiches
Colorful and fun finger food for a kid-friendly lunch option or enjoyed as a healthy snack.
Whole Grain Pita Pizza With Homemade Sauce
This pizza is one of our favorite meals you're sure to really love too.
Apple Cinnamon Waldorf Salad
A healthy spin on this delicious fruit and veggie filled classic. Savory with a sweet aspect, it’s a great way to introduce kids to salad!
Whole Grain English Muffin Pizza With Homemade Sauce
Kids can easily make these, they’re SO easy and quick and SO much healthier than store bought! Literally childsplay!
Whole Grain Pita Pizza, With A Citrus Vinaigrette Side Salad
A healthy pizza and a quick, easy salad. Kids are much more likely to enjoy a salad if they make it themselves. The slightly sweet, orange dressing adds a little bit of extra incentive. Our students are often surprised by quite how easy dressing is to make too.
Rainbow Mac & Cheese
This tantalizing recipe is simple to prepare. The delightful colors are sure to impress family, friends and even picky eaters.
Holiday Vegetable Wreath Platter
Transform a boring crudite platter into a holiday treat with all your favorite vegetables. Adapted from Eating Well.
Ginger Veggie Stir Fry
This colorful, tasty and easy stir fry recipe is jam-packed with fresh vegetables.
Roasted Red Pepper Soup & Mediterranean Grilled Cheese
This comforting hot and delicious pairing is a match made in heaven.
Tofu Tikka Masala
A flavorful and popular Indian classic curry, that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Kids Cooking for Life students love it and often return for seconds. Serve it with some brown rice and maybe some mango chutney, and you have a healthy and hearty meal.
Rainbow Fajitas
A healthy and flavorful take on this South American classic. Because you can add your favorite toppings, the whole family can adjust it to exactly how they like it, and everyone will be happy!
Strawberry Spinach Salad
A delicious and easy Strawberry Spinach Salad with a simple balsamic vinaigrette makes the perfect summer lunch or dinner side salad.